Good Bones

Mom & Daughter Renovate Homes

Mina and Karen have transformed nearly twenty homes in their beloved Fountain Square neighborhood, carefully choosing neighbors and boosting property ...

Tiny House, Huge Transformation

A mother-daughter duo takes on an ambitious renovation project by acquiring a 512-square-foot home close to downtown Indianapolis. They begin by stri...

Small House, Big Charm

Mina and Karen decide to invest in a quaint little house that comes with significant challenges, all set in a desirable neighborhood. Their goal is t...

Bad to the Bones

Following their purchase of a house for just four thousand dollars, Mina and Karen uncover severe water damage, unreliable plumbing, and significant f...

Old Home Draws New Neighbors

A mother and her daughter invest significantly in refurbishing an enormous house adjacent to their own. However, as they delve into the renovation, th...

Remodeling Dad's House

When Mina decides to assist in the renovation of her family home in Indianapolis, she grapples with her emotions. While the house is in dire need of ...

A Structure Worth Saving

Mina and Karen take on the challenge of revitalizing a dilapidated house in the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood, grappling with issues like termite-ridde...

Duplex Remodel, Double Trouble

After acquiring a duplex for just $15,000, Karen and Mina dive into transforming the tight quarters into a spacious single-family residence. While rei...

New Clients in the Countryside

A home transformation project unfolds in the countryside for a large family seeking a more open and inviting space. The existing house feels cramped a...

Family-Sized Renovation

Eager to entertain their large family but constrained by limited space, a couple from Indianapolis reaches out to Mina and Karen for a significant ren...

Decaying Duplex Gets a Transformation

Mina and Karen acquire a four-bedroom, two-bathroom duplex for a mere $4,000. However, they quickly discover that the property has one of the worst fo...

Little White House on a Hill

Mina and Karen acquire a quaint white house perched on a hill, brimming with charm in the Bates-Hendricks area. While its layout is promising, the ho...

Flooded Two-Story Restored

Mina and Karen step into their newly acquired duplex, only to be greeted by a chaotic scene of clothing strewn about, two bathrooms, and a basement s...

Facelift for a Tiny Victorian

Mina and Karen purchase a quaint Victorian home that desperately needs renovation on the fringes of the Indianapolis neighborhood of Fountain Square. ...

Eyesore Overhaul

Mina and Karen return to the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood, ready to tackle an exciting new renovation. This property boasts a prime location and ample...

Beautifying a Boring Boxy Home

Mina begins to doubt her decision to purchase a plain, boxy house from the city for $4,000, fearing it was a mistake. However, Karen recognizes the h...

Small House, Big Problems

Mina and Karen quickly learn the truth behind the saying "you get what you pay for" after purchasing a $5,000 fixer-upper. This 730-square-foot house...

Smelly Shotgun House To Chic Downtown Home

Mina Starsiak and Karen E. Laine embark on the renovation of a dilapidated shotgun house in downtown Indianapolis. Despite their extensive experience...

Saddest Home on Sanders Street

Mina and Karen acquire a dilapidated property in the Bates-Hendricks area, only to discover it's the first renovation challenge they can't conquer. S...

The Shabbiest Townhouse

Mina and Karen recently acquired a drab, outdated townhouse in the vibrant Bates-Hendricks neighborhood. Although it features maroon carpeting, peach ...

Outdated Townhome Gets a Funky Facelift

Mina and Karen take on the challenge of renovating an aging townhome in the trendy Bates-Hendricks area. However, they soon face unexpected setbacks, ...

Starting From Scratch in the Southside Neighborhood

Mina and Karen embark on a project to renovate a house in the Old Southside area that was damaged by a vehicle. They kick off the fun demolition proc...

Empty Lot to Home Sweet Home

Mina and Karen invest in a piece of land located in one of Indianapolis's trendiest neighborhoods. The fantastic deal comes with unexpected hurdles, ...

The Little Brick House

Mina and Karen embark on their inaugural renovation of a charming brick house, filled with unique character but also presenting a series of challenge...

A Stately House on Sanders

Mina and Karen are embarking on a project to renovate an expansive 2,800-square-foot house featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an additional ...

New House, Old Spirit

Mina and Karen embark on a challenging project just outside downtown Indianapolis, tackling a dilapidated two-story house that presents both danger an...

Little Pink House on Palmer

Mina and Karen purchase a small duplex in a developing neighborhood south of downtown, which poses both opportunities and challenges. With existing te...

Shiplap Surprise in Fountain Square

Mina and Karen take on the challenge of transforming a compact yet expensive two-bedroom house while sticking to a limited budget. They cleverly add ...

Nothin's Easy on East Street

Following setbacks from earlier investments on East Street, Mina and Karen are back, determined that their third property will yield success. Their go...

Chop and Pop

Mina and Karen return to the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood, eager to make a profit this time. Their strategy involves removing an awkward addition to t...

Battle of the Two Chicks

Mina and Karen embark on a renovation of a sprawling duplex that was left unfinished and Mina turns it into a friendly rivalry. She chooses a whimsica...

First House on the Block

Mina and Karen embark on a renovation journey with the first of their newly acquired properties on Talbott Street in Indianapolis. This three-bedroom...

Tiny Condo, Giant Upgrade

Mina and Karen acquire a multifamily building and decide to kick off their renovation by focusing on a ground-floor condo. Their vision involves takin...

Big Money in Fountain Square

Mina and Karen tackle a large, unfinished home left behind by investors. The stakes are high, and disagreements surface as they debate the kitchen ca...

Townhome of Trouble

Mina and Karen embark on the restoration of a hundred-year-old duplex in Indianapolis, Indiana. Their strategy is to focus on renovating one unit at ...

Old Doors, New Wall

Mina and Karen dive into renovating a duplex overflowing with debris and intriguing finds, one of which is a wall constructed from repurposed doors. ...

Risky Reno with Historic Charm

Mina and Karen head back to Fountain Square to revamp a delightful bungalow purchased from a family who has cherished it for generations. They blend t...

Minas East Street Investment

Mina and her partner, Steve, come to the conclusion that they should upgrade and sell their rental home to create a college fund for their son.

Chelsea Vibes in Old Southside

Mina and Karen acquire a duplex of townhouses in Old Southside, aiming to transform the left side into a vibrant Chelsea flat inspired by the eclecti...

The Greenwich Village Townhome

Mina and Karen head back to Old Southside to give the right side of their duplex a makeover inspired by Greenwich Village aesthetics. During their re...

DIY Reno Rescue

Mina and Karen receive a request from friends seeking to revamp their classic residence, but their vision hinges on the approval of the local historic...

Updated Victorian in Old Southside

Mina and Karen return to Old Southside, having acquired a cluttered hoarder house laden with debris and concealed fire damage. As the demolition progr...

Old Biker Bar

Mina and Karen revisit the Old Southside area to convert a vintage motorcycle biker bar into a cozy single-family residence. This once-popular gather...

Free House, Expensive Reno

Mina and Karen explore Irvington, a new neighborhood where Mina has obtained a house through a real estate acquaintance. However, when a significant ...

MJs Dream Home

MJ, the design assistant from Two Chicks and a Hammer, along with his husband, has just purchased their first house. Mina and Karen are eager to help ...

The Boho Bungalow

Mina Starsiak and Karen E. Laine take a leap of faith by purchasing a quaint house in the desirable Fountain Square area of Indianapolis, despite its...

Cottage Becomes Artistic Oasis

A couple operating a nonprofit dedicated to improving the Garfield Park community reaches out to Mina and Karen for assistance in revitalizing one of ...

Tads Tiny Home

Mina and Karen return to the Bates-Hendricks area to embark on a unique renovation project. They plan to transform an old garage on one of their rent...

The Cottage Catastrophe

The Gloriously Glam House

Mina and Karen acquire an empty plot of land with the intention of developing a property to sell. However, their plans shift as they decide to create ...

Scary to Chic in Old Southside

Accompanied by her young son and expecting another child, Mina makes her way back to Old Southside. Together with Karen, they embark on a mission to ...

A Charred Charmer for Cory

Mina and Karen are taking on a century-old house that has suffered extensive fire damage and serious structural issues. Cory is captivated by the prop...

Tiny Condo, Big Reno

Mina and Karen are set to revamp the last condo in their Old Southside fourplex, aiming to optimize every inch while infusing a stunning art deco fla...

Bringing in the Buyers

Mina and Karen are excited about transforming their nearly demolished property on Palmer Street into an enchanting Cape Cod-style home. However, as th...

New Babies and New Neighborhoods

As hosts Mina and Karen embark on their inaugural project in the vibrant Near Eastside area, they initially believe they've struck gold with their re...

Big Build Big Risk

Mina and Karen are back on Talbott Street, tackling their most ambitious project yet! This neglected building presents significant challenges and pote...

Claire's Crooked Cottage

A mother enlists the assistance of Mina and Karen to renovate a charming cottage she bought for her daughter. Although the house is in relatively goo...

From Warehouse to Storefront

Mina and Karen are back in the Bates-Hendricks area, ready to convert a dilapidated warehouse into their inaugural retail shop. The neglected structu...

From Teardown to Italian Treasure

Mother-daughter team Karen E Laine and Mina Starsiak are determined to breathe new life into Indianapolis, transforming neglected properties into beau...

Pricey Paradise with Big Problems

Mina and Karen face their final renovation challenge on Talbott Street, but their budget is stretched thin for this upscale endeavor. They strive to ...

Starting From Scratch in the Old Southside

Mina and Karen set their sights on a dilapidated house that was ravaged by fire. However, as they explore the property, it becomes clear that the best...

Eclectic Artistry in Garfield Park

Garfield Park serves as a sanctuary for creatives, inspiring Mina and Karen to embark on a vibrant renovation project. Faced with the daunting challen...

California Dreaming in Indy

Mina and Karen embark on a significant three-story renovation project for Adam, a producer of Good Bones, and his family from Los Angeles. With the m...

Historic Cottage for First-Time Flippers

A duo of novice flippers finds themselves overwhelmed while renovating a charming historic Cottage Home. To steer clear of transforming their ambitio...

Quaint Cottage With Vintage Vibes

Mina and Karen return to Fountain Square to tackle a charming yet costly cottage. To price this property competitively for a profitable sale, they ne...

Eastside Americana Cottage

In the Near Eastside neighborhood, Mina and Karen are optimistic that their new project—a two-story addition styled as an Americana cottage—will y...

Budget-Busting Basic Bombshell

Mina and Karen take a daring step by buying a large house in an emerging neighborhood. However, they quickly face a series of costly challenges. To tr...

Big Red Urban Barn

Mina and her crew head back to Old Southside to work on the tiniest house on the street. To maximize the home's value, she intends to construct a sec...

From Burned Out to Boho Nordic

Mina and Karen have taken on a major challenge by purchasing a severely fire-damaged house in Old Southside. With limited outdoor space and a compact ...

Major Mansion Makeover

Mina takes on the challenge of transforming the dated mansion of professional basketball player Justin Holiday and his family. Eager to grow her busin...

An Itty Bitty Beach Bungalow

Mina and Karen return to Old Southside with the goal of converting a quaint two-bedroom house into a stunning beach bungalow without overspending. Th...

Two Chicks Forever Home

The Two Chicks crew is gearing up to start construction on their new headquarters, and Mina is excited about the potential of the 6,000 square foot sp...

Framing Fiasco in the Valley

Mina and her crew embark on a challenging project in an unfamiliar neighborhood of the Valley. Faced with the absence of comparable properties and si...

The Wedding Studio

Mina faces her most significant challenge to date as she embarks on the transformation of her best friend's expansive 6,000 square foot bridal boutiq...

Soft Stark Southside House

Mina returns to Old Southside with her crew to tackle a house she bought without ever seeing it first. Unfortunately, the building lacks a proper foun...

Twinning Is Winning

Following the triumph of her previous Charles Street residence, Mina sets out to build a mirrored home, infusing it with a cozy cabin aesthetic. Howe...

Little But Luxurious

Mina and her crew return to the Valley to tackle one of their tiniest projects yet. With a narrow lot measuring just 16 feet across, the team faces th...

Income Property Issues

Mina and her crew return to the Bates Hendricks area with a mission to transform a single residence into two separate units: a lower-level apartment ...

Secret Sanctuary on Singleton

Mina and her crew head back to Bates-Hendricks to tackle their latest project on Singleton Street. This tranquil, spa-inspired residence boasts lofty...

Historical Hiccups on Hill Street

Mina and her crew embark on a renovation project in Irvington, tackling a delightful historical home on Hill Street. However, they soon encounter cha...

Money Pit Mishaps

Mina and her crew return to Bates-Hendricks to renovate a historic house, adding a two-story extension and an independent income suite. However, signi...

Falling Head Ova Heels in Fountain Square

Mina is assisting her friend in transforming an old home in Fountain Square into a chic salon for her beauty venture. Along with the salon, they envis...

City Slickers Go Country

In "City Slickers Go Country," Mina and her crew tackle a renovation project at the family home of Brittany, the build manager for Two Chicks, located...

New Build, New Business

Following a financial setback from their previous home, Mina and her team aim to maximize profits by creating a high-end new build on the adjacent lot...

The Problem Project Pivot

Mina and her crew embark on a project featuring a four-unit new construction, which includes a duplex and a carriage house. However, complications ar...

All in the Family

The Two Chicks crew embarks on an exciting renovation project for Mina's brother, Tad, and her sister, Kelsy. As Tad prepares to embark on new adventu...

Tad's Next Chapter

As Tad and Anna's ideal home approaches its final touches, their unique and whimsical design preferences create difficulties for Mina. Meanwhile, amid...

Mina Takes the Lake

Seeking a better balance between her professional and personal life, Mina purchases a lakeside property in need of renovation, eager to create a peace...

Karen's Beach Bungalow

Karen embarks on an exciting journey as she purchases a dilapidated 120-year-old bungalow in Wilmington, North Carolina. This marks her first solo ren...

Karen Gets Colorful

With assistance from old friends from Indy, Karen embarks on a series of whimsical projects to brighten up her lively home in Wilmington. Although sh...