Rui’s had some back luck and is ready to catch a break. He lives with his kids downstairs and wants to transform the upstairs into a main-floor apartment. Scott McGillivray comes to the rescue and helps Rui get back in the game and back to playing with his kids.
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Rui
Before: A cluttered bedroom
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/bd162eaad6eef9a5030cff84b376464d_940x640.jpg)
Rui
After: This bedroom becomes a cozy retreat.
![Underutilized Space Underutilized Space](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/49916899326b4d0fac3761fe198689ba_940x640-1.jpg)
Underutilized Space
This tiny room became a dumping ground for odds and ends during previous renovations.
![Gorgeous Guestroom Gorgeous Guestroom](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/59504140189d7370512a21c118faad4d_940x640-1-1.jpg)
Gorgeous Guestroom
A small room is ideal for a daybed where guests can relax and maintain a little privacy.
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Mid-Reno
Mid-reno, this dining room was looking more like a construction site than a contemporary space for entertaining.
![Cute and Cozy Decor Cute and Cozy Decor](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/0a468145fce7a9d9e8105dce201014f4_940x640-1.jpg)
Cute and Cozy Decor
A small space doesn’t have to feel cramped. By keeping decor bright and light, the space feels warm and intimate.
![Ready to Renovate Ready to Renovate](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/37c9924ea4240ff217cf774721c4e503_940x640-1.jpg)
Ready to Renovate
In this kitchen’s open concept layout, the old fridge and oven could use a serious overhaul.
![A Sleek Renovation A Sleek Renovation](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6912741e0dd7ca7dd537935c667d7aae_940x640-1.jpg)
A Sleek Renovation
Statement lighting and a sleek island turn this kitchen into a fresh and open concept space.
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ce41b53b35f5f41a6ee5beab448d06d4_940x640.jpg)
Rui
Before: This living room has an open concept layout.
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6b94bd08b11b883904f36b1c604eb1c6_940x640.jpg)
Rui
After: This living room gets a gorgeous fireplace.
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/80e715b2c32fbf509bf178dab7a84d5d_940x640.jpg)
Rui
Before: This living room has an open concept layout.
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/3c631516331840659917fb4caa568edc_940x640.jpg)
Rui
After: This living room becomes cozy and warm.
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cc639d420c7fb03f5653a2049dee877d_940x640.jpg)
Rui
Before: This master bedroom has lots of potential.
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/c2c22e3af7325ecdbb0386d8e095e154_940x640.jpg)
Rui
After: This master bedroom is the perfect retreat.
![A Bathroom Fixer Upper A Bathroom Fixer Upper](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/5d29cf5eed336343026e179e1d81d1fa_940x640-1.jpg)
A Bathroom Fixer Upper
This bathroom needed a massive overhaul.
![Rui Rui](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/f255126e88be3c9148da700f08e3a47a_940x640.jpg)
Rui
After: This bathroom gets a well deserved makeover.
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