Brother vs. Brother
Season 6, Episode 4
Slam Dunk Bonus Spaces
Hello, San Francisco! This season, we landed in one of the hottest real estate markets in the country. We reinstated the traditional Brother vs. Brother rules: We each buy, renovate, and sell a property, and the brother with the biggest net profit wins, with all proceeds going to charity. This time around, we added an extra layer to our brotherly competition. Because houses sell so quickly in the Bay Area, we bought ours online, sight unseen—unprecedented craziness for Brother vs. Brother!
For our fourth challenge of Season 6, we took on the bonus rooms in each of our properties. Read on to learn about our inspiration and the design details we’re particularly proud of.
Resource Guide
Product
Company
Style
Product Code
Product: Flooring
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Scottsmoor Dunedin 7-1/2" Engineered Oak Hardwood
Product Code: SHD10104
Product: Couch
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Carson Studio Sofa (Hermes Peacock)
Product Code: DWL13171
Product: Faux Plant
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Paradise Palm Tree Floor Plant
Product Code: BCHH9204
Product: Felt Rock - Large
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Stone Felted Wool Floor Pillow
Product Code: VVRA1020
Product: Felt Rock - Small
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Stone Felted Wool Floor Pillow
Product Code: VVRA1018
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Thoroughly Modern 'Crossing Paths IV' Framed Print
Product Code: BMR5245
Product: Coffee Table
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Trance Eclipse Adjustable
Product Code: ICO4237
Product: Side Tables
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Phoebe 2 Piece Nesting Tables
Product Code: LGLY4973
Product: Area Rug
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Ellison Jute in Ivory/Gray Area Rug
Product Code: LGLY2667
Product: Floor Lamp
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Kaius Arc 73" Arched Floor Lamp
Product Code: WADL9261
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Brightwood Removable Tribal Pattern Linen Throw Pillow
Product Code: BNRS7005
Product
Company
Style
Product Code
Product: Cabinet Hardware
Company: Top Knobs
Color/Pattern: Princetonian Bar Pull 5 1/16" (Flat Black)
Product Code: M1056
Product: Microwave
Company: Friedmans Appliance
Color/Pattern: 1.6 CU FT 30" OTR MICROWAVE
Product Code: JVM3160RFSS
Product: Refrigerator
Company: Friedmans Appliance
Color/Pattern: 18 CU FT TOP FREEZER
Product Code: GTS18GSHSS
Product: Dishwasher
Company: Friedmans Appliance
Color/Pattern: TOP CONTROL D/W 51 DB
Product Code: GDT545PSJSS
Product: Range
Company: Friedmans Appliance
Color/Pattern: 30" ELECTRIC RANGE
Product Code: JB645RKSS
Product: Backsplash Tile
Company: Fireclay
Color/Pattern: HANDPAINTED MARRAKECH LACE - (RECYCLED) 6X12
Product Code:
Product: Flooring
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Scottsmoor Dunedin 7-1/2" Engineered Oak Hardwood
Product Code: SHD10104
Product: Dining Chairs
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Barclay Stacking Patio Dining Chair (Curry Yellow)
Product Code: MDT1826
Product: Pendant
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Canopy 1-Light Pendant (Wenge)
Product Code: XWB1851
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Buffalo Crossing Framed Photographic Print
Product Code: USSC3258
Product: Salt & Pepper Pots
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Gatherings Marble 4 Piece Serving Bowl Set
Product Code: XRL6735
Product: Coffee Press
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 8-Cup Stainless Steel Heat Resistant French Press Coffee Maker
Product Code: VNSH1301
Product: Pitcher
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Millhouse Pottery 27 oz. Pitcher
Product Code: ARCR1086
Product: Bowl
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Fabrizio Pattern Mango Wood Serving Bowl
Product Code: BLMK6848
Product: Sculpture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Foxwell Decorative Marble Heptagonal Pyramid
Product Code: MROW5769
Product: Dishware
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Everytime 24 Piece Dinnerware Set
Product Code: RVZ2076
Product: Plates
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Cicero 3-Piece Ceramic Dinner plate
Product Code: BL17736
Product: Dishware
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Bread Street 4 Piece Place Setting
Product Code: SAY1192
Product: Flatware
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Artisan Carbon 20 Piece Flatware
Product Code: DZS1168
Product: Carafe
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Naturally Cooling Ceramic Carafe
Product Code: MGSO1005
Product: Clock
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Diana 9.5" Round Metal Wall Clock
Product Code: LGLY5807
Product: Tea Towel
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Khadhi Linen Stripe Tea Towel
Product Code: CKG1526
Product: Cutting Board
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Wood/Marble Rounded Rectangular Board
Product Code: THST3878
Product: Cheese Board
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Etched Wood and Marble Cheese Board with Spreader
Product Code: FFLL1016
Product: Glasses
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Classico Water Glass (set of 6)
Product Code: LUR1379
Product: Bowl
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Marquesa Ceramic Pedestal 9-inch Tall Decorative Bowl
Product Code: ZDX4040
Product
Company
Style
Product Code
Product: Bed Frame
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Rachele Mid-Century Fabric and Wood Platform Bed
Product Code: WHI8026
Product: Flooring
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Scottsmoor Dunedin 7-1/2" Engineered Oak Hardwood
Product Code: SHD10104
Product: Area Rug
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Flatweave Hand-Woven White/Brown Area Rug
Product Code: BYST8193
Product: Wallpaper
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Urban Retreat 27' x 27" The Birches Wallpaper Roll
Product Code: WHW2647
Product: Floor Lamp
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Eurytus 64" Task Floor Lamp
Product Code: BRYS3357
Product: Closet Systems
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Sampson Ranch 58"W Closet System
Product Code: LFMF1500
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Bach Wool Lumbar Pillow (Peacock)
Product Code: EAN6847
Product: Tissue Box
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Raffia Tissue Holder Tissue Box Cover
Product Code: KTX1610
Product: Coverlet
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Morris Cotton 3 Piece Coverlet Set
Product Code: INKY1655
Product: Duvet cover
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Tencel Duvet Cover (White)
Product Code: BRLL1105
Product: Comforter
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: All Season Down Alternative
Product Code: ANEW1406
Product: Sheets
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Wayfair Basics 1800 Series 4 Piece Sheet Set (White)
Product Code: WFBS1772
Product: Pillows
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Down Alternative Standard Pillow
Product Code: ANEW3138
Product: Pillow Cases
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Fez Storm Sheet Pillowcase
Product Code: DWL11441
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Felt Applique Flower Felt Throw Pillow
Product Code: DZX1041
Product: Throw Blanket
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Deegan Heathered Throw Blanket
Product Code: MTNA2735
Product
Company
Style
Product Code
Product: Shower Tile
Company: Fireclay
Color/Pattern: Field Tile 3X6 (Recycled) - Tidewater Matte
Product Code:
Product: Shower Head
Company: Belmont Hardware
Color/Pattern: 8 Jet Showerhead (Matt Black)
Product Code: SH0520MBLK
Product: Tub Faucet
Company: Belmont Hardware
Color/Pattern: Wall Tub Spout (Matt Black)
Product Code: TSE4E4MBLK
Product: Shower Trim Kit
Company: Belmont Hardware
Color/Pattern: StyleTherm Trim Only With Sing (Matt Black)
Product Code: TOTH1LE4MBLK
Product: Tub
Company: Belmont Hardware
Color/Pattern: Bathtub Architec 60"x30"
Product Code: 7.00355E+13
Product: Sink Faucet
Company: Belmont Hardware
Color/Pattern: CAL FCT 9409CE4MBLK TRIP LEVER
Product Code: BH001141876018
Product: Toilet
Company: Belmont Hardware
Color/Pattern: Malibu II 1P Toilet CEL, White
Product Code: 625012801
Product: Toilet Paper Holder
Company: Top Knobs
Color/Pattern: Hopewell Bath Tissue Hook (Flat Black)
Product Code: HOP4BLK
Product: Towel Ring
Company: Top Knobs
Color/Pattern: Hopewell Bath Ring (Flat Black)
Product Code: HOP5BLK
Product: Towel Hooks
Company: Top Knobs
Color/Pattern: Hopewell Bath Single Hook (Flat Black)
Product Code: HOP1BLK
Product: Vanity
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Tenafly 36" Single Free Standing Modern Bathroom Vanity Set
Product Code: WLGN8857
Product: Mirror
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Ferndown Square Bronze Wall Mirror
Product Code: TRPT1321
Product: Towel Ladder
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Hub 24" W x 60" H Decorative Ladder
Product Code: UMB2567
Product: Light Fixture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Daren 2-Light Armed Wall Sconce
Product Code: CSTD5942
Product: Bath Accessories
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Pierra 5 Piece Bathroom Accessory Set
Product Code: SEAK1045
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 'Infinity' Framed Photographic Print
Product Code: WLAO3738
Product: Shower Rod
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Forma 87" Adjustable Straight Tension Shower Curtain Rod
Product Code: ITI3278
Product: Shower Curtain
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Wayfair Basics Solid Blackout Grommet Single Curtain (Pearl)
Product Code: WFBS1603
Product: Toothbrush Holder
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Kathey Porcelain Toothbrush Holder
Product Code: OREL4895
Product
Company
Style
Product Code
Product: Flooring
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 7-16/25" Direct Print Plank - Micro Bevel Cork Flooring (Oak Cream)
Product Code: ABVY3076
Product: Accent Wall Panels
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Flower 19.6' x 19.6" Geometric 10 Piece Panels Wallpaper
Product Code: EMDE1032
Product: Swing Chair
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Eliott Swing Chair with Stand
Product Code: MTNA2141
Product: Faux Cactus
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Cereus Cactus Faux Plant in Pot
Product Code: BZV4355
Product: Wire End Table
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Coover Iron Wire Stool (Green)
Product Code: MCRW6048
Product: Ceiling Fixture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Balch 1 Light Globe Hardwired Pendant
Product Code: WDLN2032
Product: Table Lamp
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: aBalloon 17.5" Table Lamp
Product Code: ATIP1071
Product: Ceramic Bowl
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Bleeker Decorative Bowl (Graphite)
Product Code: VRKG6735
Product: Desk Chair
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Lucy Side Chair (Peacock Blue)
Product Code: BEND1008
Product: Metal End Table
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Sprout End Table (Yellow)
Product Code: BLD1034
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Wool/CottonThrow Pillow
Product Code: LYH11594
Product: Sheets
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Wayfair Basics 1800 Series 4 Piece Sheet Set (White)
Product Code: WFBS1772
Product: Comforter
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: All Season Down Alternative Comforter
Product Code: ANEW3202
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Solar System II by Jazzberry Blue Graphic Art
Product Code: VKGL2310
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Pretty Happy Mint Framed Graphic Art
Product Code: USSC3117
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Natural Fibers Swallow Bird Collage from Central America'
Product Code: NVC8808
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Periwinkle Scientific Table of Elements' Graphic Art
Product Code: IVYB3227
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Banana Leaves Framed Painting Print
Product Code: BAYI4325
Product: Throw Blanket
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Odessa Throw Blanket (Charcoal)
Product Code: CYT1210
Product: Lumbar Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Indoor/Outdoor Lumbar Pillow
Product Code: LYH11498
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Elisha Spectrum Throw Pillow
Product Code: WRLO7718
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Art Deco Face Throw Pillow
Product Code: EUNM2470
Product: Record Player
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Cruiser Deluxe Turntables
Product Code: CRY3051
Product: Bear Figurine
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Marching Bear Figurine
Product Code: BEND1133
Product: Glass Orbs
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Brant 3 Piece Capri Sphere Paperweights Set
Product Code: BRAY4961
Product: Faux Plants
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Aldorough 3 Piece Faux Southwest Succulent Set
Product Code: LGLY2343
Product: Faux Plants
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 4 Piece Succulent Garden Desk Top Jar Set
Product Code: CSTD2319
Product
Company
Style
Product Code
Product: Flooring
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 7-16/25" Direct Print Plank - Micro Bevel Cork Flooring (Oak Cream)
Product Code: ABVY3076
Product: Accent Chair
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Cat's Pajamas Lounge Chair
Product Code: BLD2184
Product: Ottoman
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Hecks Ottoman (Red, Olive & Grey)
Product Code: BLD1938
Product: Entertainment Unit
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Cosmo Entertainment Center
Product Code: OREL3195
Product: Table Lamp
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Punk 13" Table Lamp Base (Copper)
Product Code: BLD1954
Product: Side Table
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Allbright Modern Diamond Side Table
Product Code: VRKG7916
Product: Wallpaper
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Deconstructed Stripe 13.5' x 27" Wallpaper Roll
Product Code: SCMH1097
Product: Ceiling Fixture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Kinnerly 6-Light Semi Flush Mount
Product Code: TRNT3354
Product: Floor Lamp
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Slim Sophie 69.25" LED Floor Lamp
Product Code: FRMR1001
Product: Area Rug
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Hendrick Ivory/Black Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug
Product Code: VKGL6811
Product: Popcorn Machine
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 6 oz.Kettle Popcorn Cart
Product Code: NST1577
Product: Metal Robot
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Collectible Decorative Tin Toy
Product Code: ALX3030
Product: Faux Plant
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Faux Naturalist Eucalyptus Bonsai Desk Top Plant in Planter
Product Code: VKGL4396
Product: Wood Sculpture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Bizarre Teakwood Puzzle Sculpture
Product Code: NVC10687
Product: Wood Sculpture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Challenge Teakwood Puzzle
Product Code: NVC10688
Product: Accessories
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 2 Piece Camera Storage Box Set
Product Code: TADN5845
Product: Accessories
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Hanford Antique Camera Sculpture
Product Code: TADN2549
Product: Decorative Books
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 7 Piece Paper Roar Decorative Book Set
Product Code: BRAY1961
Product: Decorative Books
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Paper Decorative Book Set
Product Code: IVYB8005
Product: Throw Blanket
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Hattie Super Chunky Throw
Product Code: CSTD6655
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Estaban Wool Throw Pillow
Product Code: LGLY2292
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Haskins Wool Throw Pillow
Product Code: WADL7488
Product: Throw Pillow
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Aero Embroidered Abstract
Product Code: INKY1696
Product: Ceramic Cactus
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 3 Piece Ceramic Cactus Statue Set
Product Code: BLMV1511
Product: Ceramic Cactus
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 2 Piece Ceramic Cactus Statue Set
Product Code: MTNA2185
Product: Ceramic Cactus
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Pincushion Figurine (Loft)
Product Code: REW3964
Product: Ceramic Cactus
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Ceramic Saguaro Cactus Sculpture
Product Code: URT10211
Product: Sculpture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 12 Point Stellated Icosahedron Sculpture (White)
Product Code: URT9378
Product: Sculpture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Metal 12 Point Stellated Icosahedron Sculpture (Grey)
Product Code: URT9887
Product: Throw Blanket
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Reversible Swiss Cross Split Throw Blanket
Product Code: IXG1427
Product
Company
Style
Product Code
Product: Washer
Company: Friedmans Appliance
Color/Pattern: Electrolux Front Load Washers 4.4 Cu. Ft.
Product Code: EFLS617S TT/IW
Product: Dryer
Company: Friedmans Appliance
Color/Pattern: Electrolux Electric Front Load Dryer 8.0 Cu. Ft.
Product Code: EFME617S TT/IW
Product: Cabinet Hardware
Company: Top Knobs
Color/Pattern: Modern Metro Tab Pull 5" (Flat Black)
Product Code: TK276BLK
Product: Flooring
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 7-16/25" Direct Print Plank - Micro Bevel Cork Flooring (Oak Cream)
Product Code: ABVY3076
Product: Area Rug
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Conroy Teal Blue/Teal Area Rug
Product Code: VKGL5945
Product: Faux Plant
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Grass in Rectangular Planter
Product Code: LBA2166
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: 'Cubes VI' by Jazzberry Graphic Art on Wrapped Canvas
Product Code: LGLY2554
Product: Artwork
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Cubes XIII.V Graphic Art on Wrapped Canvas
Product Code: LGLY3455
Product: Ironing Board
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Surface Mount Fold Away Built-In Ironing Board
Product Code: HAPR1002
Product: Horse Sculpture
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Driftwood Horse Sculpture
Product Code: XRL7603
Product: Felt Baskets
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Modern Rectangular Felt Accent Fabric 3 Piece Bin Set
Product Code: LTDR7878
Product: Hand Towels
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Waller Wenstry Geometric Hand Towel (Orange)
Product Code: IVYB5322
Product: Bath Towels
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Waller Bath Towel (Orange)
Product Code: IVYB5391
Product: Canister
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Charlotte Street Kitchen Canister
Product Code: KSNY1254
Product: Canister
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Concord Square Kitchen Canister
Product Code: KSNY1255
Product: Laundry Hamper
Company: Wayfair
Color/Pattern: Trio Bin Laundry Sorter
Product Code: WNKO1011
Drew's Canyon House
For my bonus space, I made it a real bonus: bonus cash, that is, because we turned an illegal bedroom into a legal rental suite. In San Francisco, the country’s most expensive place to live, that’s a game-changer. I got to work putting in, well, everything—and taking out a whole bunch of dirt to get down far enough to install a full suite.
Drew's Before & After
JONATHAN’S HILLTOP HOUSE
I’m adding value and accessibility everywhere you turn in this house. Most notably, I created an airy fifth bedroom out of the dungeon-like room downstairs (a true bonus space—it wasn’t even on the listing!) and upgraded the loft off the garage to a legal bedroom that serves as a private getaway with a view. Of course, I’m still thinking eco-chic: Brand-new windows and a tankless hot water heater reduce energy costs and maximize efficiency throughout the house.
Jonathan's Before & After
