A&E’s “Beer Budget Reno” leans into the aspirational-yet-relatable world of affordable home makeovers. This Saturday’s episode, titled “Plywood Palace,” introduces Meaghen and Jake, a long-distance couple finally ready to consolidate their lives under one roof. The catch? The roof covers a space burdened by what the description calls “a decade’s worth of baggage” and a previous DIY “glow-up” attempt by Meaghen that apparently needs undoing. We’ve all seen those projects.
Enter Kristen Coutts, the show’s renovation expert, tasked with transforming this potentially chaotic space into a functional and aesthetically pleasing home for the couple – all without breaking the bank. The show’s premise rests on Coutts’ ability to employ clever, cost-saving hacks, proving that a significant upgrade doesn’t always require a hefty investment. It’s about smart choices, prioritizing impact, and presumably, knowing where to find deals.
The “Plywood Palace” moniker suggests the starting point might be rough, perhaps featuring some questionable design choices or unfinished business from Meaghen’s prior efforts. Coutts’ job involves not just renovating but rectifying past mistakes while navigating the couple’s needs and tastes. Can she turn this fixer-upper into a dream home launchpad for Meaghen and Jake using primarily ingenuity and thrift? That’s the core question driving this budget-conscious renovation story. See the transformation, or lack thereof, this Saturday afternoon.
“Beer Budget Reno” airs Saturday, April 12, at 12:00 PM on A&E.
