Mike & Carol moved into their suburban split-level with lofty dreams of renovating the place from top to bottom. Six years and two kids later, they have little more to show for their plans than a few unsuccessful half-completed projects. James Young is going to help them completely transform their kitchen. All new custom cabinetry, terrazzo flooring and recycled paper countertops are a few of the products that help take the kitchen from worn-out to wow!

After years of living in small apartments Mike and Theresa desperately wanted some space. Their new home definitely has it ? just not in the kitchen (which can also be described as a hallway behind the living room.) This is not a kitchen that works, especially for Theresa, a former nutrition major and avid cook. But, when licensed contractor James Young and the I Hate My Kitchen crew are done, this room will boast sustainable products, serious cook-power and best of all: space! All on a budget of $30,000.

Single mom, Nancy has had it with her hideous all-white kitchen. After 20 years of living with this sterile, boring space she's ready for an upgrade. With the help of licensed contractor, James Young and the I Hate My Kitchen team, this kitchen is getting a major makeover. Together, they're ready to give it a new lease on life, full of function, color and personality.