Idea House - Videos
2021 Cottage Community: Better Building Products | Ep. 5
Builder Jerry Effren lets us in on some of his favorite innovative building products, as featured in the TOH 2021 Cottage Community Idea House.
2021 Cottage Community: Design & Décor Details | Ep. 4
Designer Sandy Effren discusses the design and décor elements featured throughout the TOH 2021 Cottage Community Idea House.
2021 Cottage Community: Finishing Touches | Ep. 3
Host Chris Ermides is back at the Idea House, where the finishing work is well underway. From bathroom tiles to kitchen countertops, from built-in workspaces to scenic screen porches—here’s a peek behind the scenes leading up to our big reveal.
2021 Cottage Community: Making Progress | Ep. 2
Work continues at a breakneck pace at the 2021 Cottage Community Idea House. Join host Chris Ermides and builder Jerry Effren for a look behind the scenes at what’s happening right now.
2021 Cottage Community: Introducing the Cottage Community | Ep. 1
Join host Chris Ermides and custom home builder Jerry Effren for a sneak peek at the This Old House 2021 Cottage Community Idea House in Norwalk, CT.
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