On the TV side, Beer Budget Reno, hosted by Toronto-based Kristen Coutts, is drawing attention as a refreshingly practical renovation show. With budgets in the mere hundreds—not thousands—Coutts demonstrates how resourcefulness and creativity can transform kitchens, basements, and more. Audiences appreciate its genuine, accessible approach—making inspiration feel within reach for everyday homeowners.
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According to Country Living (July 19, 2025), Beer Budget Reno “is quickly becoming a favorite among home improvement fans for its realistic and budget-friendly approach… often just a few hundred dollars instead of the tens of thousands typically seen in other shows,” with Coutts using “creative, cost-saving techniques to transform outdated spaces like kitchens and basements” Country Living.
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In an exclusive House Beautiful feature (April 12, 2025), Coutts, who’s self-taught, shared that she offers “champagne-taste renovations on a beer budget,” emphasizing that “no budget is too small for me to completely transform a space.” In one standout example, she tackled three rooms for a mere $3,500 House Beautiful.
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TV Insider revealed the April 5, 2025 premiere and underscored how Coutts’ own renovation journey—doing a full home makeover while on maternity leave—sparked the show. She leverages clever, cost-saving hacks to empower homeowners, all while welcoming their participation in the process TV Insider.
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A&E’s official page for Beer Budget Reno sums it up brilliantly: “Kristen Coutts … specializes in life-changing renovations for those told they can’t afford them. Armed with clever, cost-saving hacks, she transforms outdated spaces into fresh, functional homes—proving no budget is too small for a stunning upgrade” A&E.
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And on the Reddit r/HGTV community, fans are raving about the show’s intimate, down-to-earth vibe:
“This is a very refreshing change to the home reno milieu… I am so weary of over the top, $100 k+ projects. I can relate to this show!!”
— TxAppy
“$40,000 CAD (~$29,000 USD) to do two bathroom renovations is ridiculously good value.”
— thrwwybndn Reddit
Together, these sources paint a clear picture: Beer Budget Reno is resonating with viewers precisely because it makes beautiful, thoughtful renovations feel achievable—without a sky-high price tag.