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Hold on tight—we're spilling the tea on a trend that flips the script: empty nesters upsizing. I'm Eric G., and Wendy Glaster and I race through a story that sounds like lifestyle porn for people who suddenly find themselves with extra square footage and a newfound love of entertaining. We walk you through a couple who decided not to gut and cling to their old house but to buy big instead—carriage house, outdoor kitchen, Olympic-size pool, acres of lawn. Seriously, they went full social-hub: Bible studies, baby showers, grandkid blowouts—their place is basically the community’s favorite hangout. Wendy and I geek out over the practical choices too: one client wanted a shower on the first floor (because stairs are a thing), and we debate when a remodel is just throwing money at a problem versus when moving on is the smarter move. I tell you how that gut-job on their former house would’ve been a waste if it didn't actually get them where they wanted to be. You’ll get the feel of what it’s like to design for lives that shift—from private nests to public living rooms—and we share the kinds of layout, outdoor-living, and seating decisions that make a home actually work for big-family living. By the end you'll either be jotting down notes for your own dream entertaining palace, or quietly admitting you’re happy with your modest but efficient floor plan—no judgment, promise.Takeaways:We dig into the surprising trend of empty-nesters upsizing instead of downsizing, seriously.I talk through the practical wins of adding a first-floor shower for accessibility and everyday convenience.They ended up with massive living and dining rooms, outdoor kitchen, Olympic-size pool — we talk about how that turned their house into the family's social hub.We riff on fall decor — deep greens, rusty reds, cozy velvets — and warn against matchy-matchy color overload if you copy nature too literally.I remind you lighting becomes crucial when days shorten; we cover layering lights so evenings feel warm, functional, and Instagram-friendly.We're politely begging you to subscribe, follow our YouTube channels, leave reviews, and join us Saturday for laughs, tips, and questionable DIY decisions.Links referenced in this episode:aroundthehouseonline.comCompanies mentioned in this episode:YouTubeAround the Housearoundthehouseonline.comThanks for listening to Around the house if you want to hear more please subscribe so you get notified of the latest episode as it posts at https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/listenIf you want to join the Around the House Insider for access to the back catalog, Exclusive Content and a direct email to Eric G and access to the show early https://around-the-house-with-e.captivate.fm/support We love comments and we would love reviews on how this information has helped you on your house! Thanks for listening! For more information about the show head to https://aroundthehouseonline.com/Information given on the Around the House Show should not be considered construction or design advice for your specific project, nor is it intended to replace consulting at your home or jobsite by a building professional. The views and opinions expressed by those interviewed on the podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the Around the House Show.