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Season 3, Episode 3 RECAP of Making Modern with Brooke & Brice + Final Reveals + Behind-the-Scenes + Modern Mudroom & Pantry Ideas

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May 3, 2025
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Season 3, Episode 3 finds us on the outskirts of Nashville in the suburb of Hendersonville, Tennessee. A sweet family of four has enlisted Brooke and Brice to re-work the mudroom and pantry areas of their home with special accommodations for their two fur babies as well, if possible. The episode is titled "Dog's Day Out." Having already recently remodeled much of the home themselves, these homeowners are anxious to hand over the reigns for this next project to the experts.



  • two people being greeted by two people on a brick porch with dogs in the foreground
    Homeowners Mark and Kelly meet Brooke and Brice to discuss their upcoming renovation.
  • woman and man in discussion with another couple of a hallway
    Homeowners Mark and Kelly meet Brooke and Brice to discuss their upcoming renovation.

Homeowners Mark and Kelly meet Brooke and Brice to discuss their upcoming renovation.


The Clients


Clients Mark & Kelly purchased their home a year ago and have done many of the initial renovations themselves. As busy parents to two young girls, they've decided to solicit the help of Brooke and Brice to take over this next round of construction involving their mudroom and pantry areas.


  • man and woman with two little girls and two dogs in yard
    Homeowners Mark & Kelly and their family
  • white brick southern colonial style home with wood door and tall columned porch
    Mark & Kelly's Tennessee Colonial home

Season 3, Episode 3 homeowners Mark and Kelly.


The Spaces & Consultation


As busy parents, Mark and Kelly are always on the go. The first place they land upon returning home is the mudroom, as this is the location of the side door where they park. This area has become a drop zone for clutter and other belongings; a catchall for everything. However, it also serves as their laundry room as well as the designated area for their secondary refrigerator. There is a space separated by a wall and doorway beyond this area that is currently being unused.


  • laundry room with metal sink and washer and dryer
    Mark & Kelly Mudroom Before
  • laundry room with metal sink and washer and dryer
    Mark & Kelly Mudroom Before
  • messy drop zone area by a door with children's items
    Mark & Kelly Mudroom Before
  • small room with window, white walls, and wood flooringk & Kelly Mudroom Before
    Mark & Kelly Mudroom Before

The mudroom BEFORE.


A wall separates the mudroom currently from Mark and Kelly's existing pantry. It is a long, narrow room with a single window at the end. Kelly is using the area by the window for an office, and she is in need of a separately designated space, if possible, to conduct work-from-home business.


  • long narrow pantry with food and miscellaneous items on metal shelving
    Mark & Kelly Pantry Before
  • small corner of narrow pantry with office desk and chair
    Mark & Kelly Pantry Before

The pantry BEFORE.


Floor plan showing three labeled rooms: "Pantry," "Laundry & Mudroom," and "Unused Space," with black lines on a white background.
The current pantry/mudroom setup in Mark and Kelly's home.
Narrow room with shelves holding assorted items, a desktop setup with a white chair, and clothing hung on racks. Bright natural light.
The current pantry/mudroom setup in Mark and Kelly's home.

First Challenge: Addressing Narrow Pantry Concerns


  • woman measures doorway width with tape measure
    Brooke and Brice take measurements and notes at their new client project.
  • man and woman look at each other in hallway
    Brooke and Brice take measurements and notes at their new client project.
  • man looks on perplexed at woman in doorway
    Brooke and Brice take measurements and notes at their new client project.
  • man pointing at window of small narrow pantry to woman on floor
    Brooke and Brice take measurements and notes at their new client project.

Brooke and Brice take measurements and notes at their new client project.


The Conceptualization Phase


Brooke and Brice are hoping to maximize the pantry area by adding floor to ceiling cabinetry along one of the walls. This will give Mark and Kelly substantial storage for not only produce and other groceries, but will also give them ample storage for small appliances and other overflow kitchen supplies as well.


As for the mudroom, Brooke and Brice plan to remove the current wall that splits the room's length in half. Opening this up will allow them to create a traditional mudroom drop zone complete with custom wood lockers, and bench seating on one side, while giving Mark and Kelly an oversized counter space for folding laundry on the mirroring wall. The counter will also serve as a desk/office area for Kelly to conduct business.


The current refrigerator will be spun around and made accessible from the pantry, while custom cabinetry will house the new washer and dryer, complete with plenty of storage and beautiful gold hardware.


  • Design renderings of long narrow room with window and cabinets
    Design renderings of Mark and Kelly's new pantry and mudroom.
  • Design rendering of laundry room and mudroom.
    Design renderings of Mark and Kelly's new pantry and mudroom.

Design renderings of Mark and Kelly's new pantry and mudroom.


SURPRISE! Let's do a Dog Washing Station


Brooke and Brice are no strangers to juggling their busy schedules. While Brooke is busy with her day job as a pharmaceutical sales rep, Dr. Brice finds a break between patients at his orthodontics office to work on Brooke's latest design idea: a surprise dog washing station for Mark and Kelly's new mudroom.



  • modern brick building with sign on outside that reads: "Elevation Orthodontics"
    Dr. Brice working on the dog washing station design for Mark and Kelly, between patients at his offi
  • dentist writing in notebook with image of teeth on computer screen in background
    Dr. Brice working on the dog washing station design for Mark and Kelly, between patients at his offi

Dr. Brice working on the dog washing station design for Mark and Kelly, between patients at his office.


Test Drive: Washing a Dog


Being thorough in their research, and since Brooke and Brice have never personally owned dogs, they figure it will be worthwhile to do some dog washing of their own, to assess what will be needed to endeavor building a dog washing station. Their Project Manager Josh lends his large Labrador Milo to the experiment, but Milo has other plans and decides to roll in dirt instead. After the failed attempt to wash Big Milo, Brooke and Brice turn to their neighbors for a second round effort: a 5 lb Yorkie, coincidentally also named Milo. Through these experiments, they gain a better understanding of what is needed for a proper dog washing station for Mark and Kelly's house.


  • woman holding large black dog outside
    Brooke and Brice trying their hand at being dog parents by washing Big Milo and Little Milo.
  • man and woman attempting to wash big black dog outside with metal tub in foreground
    Brooke and Brice trying their hand at being dog parents by washing Big Milo and Little Milo.
  • wmall yorkie dog in kitchen sink being bathed by a man and woman
    Brooke and Brice trying their hand at being dog parents by washing Big Milo and Little Milo.
  • woman holding small yorkie dog and smiling
    Brooke and Brice trying their hand at being dog parents by washing Big Milo and Little Milo.

Brooke and Brice trying their hand at being dog parents by washing Big Milo and Little Milo.


Constructions Begins


  • two men doing demolition to two framing studs in a bare room
    Walls come down, plumbing is re-routed, and a new home is created for the refrigerator.
  • man uses reciprocating saw to cut through pvs pipe coming out of a cement floor
    Walls come down, plumbing is re-routed, and a new home is created for the refrigerator.
  • Man stands on ladder with tool while another man is screwing into a wood stud framing
    Walls come down, plumbing is re-routed, and a new home is created for the refrigerator.

Walls come down, plumbing is re-routed, and a new home is created for the refrigerator.


Pantry Phase 1

Work begins on the pantry project with the installation of new hardwood cabinets. Brooke and Project Manager Josh run into their first snag realizing theres a 10 inch discrepancy with the cabinet dimensions. As is with most projects, they make adjustments on the fly and keep pressing onward.


  • twomen carry large object through narrow hallway
    Phase 1 of Mark and Kelly's new pantry begins.
  • man using tape measure to point to something to woman in background
    Phase 1 of Mark and Kelly's new pantry begins.
  • woman points to design rendering on wall
    Phase 1 of Mark and Kelly's new pantry begins.
  • woman looking up at cabinet with design rendering in background
    Phase 1 of Mark and Kelly's new pantry begins.

Phase 1 of Mark and Kelly's new pantry begins.


Custom Produce Drawer Build


Homeowner Kelly has expressed the need for functional storage to house the family's fresh produce in the new pantry. So Brooke gets busy at the new workshop constructing a custom produce drawer to meet the need. She drills holes in the drawer bottom for maximum ventilation while adding a metal mesh screen insert to the drawer front for additional air flow. This non-traditional storage solution was a first for Brooke, but she is happy with the end result.


  • woman drilling hole into wood drawer in a workshop surrounded by tools
    Brooke working on the custom produce drawer build for Kelly.
  • woman inspecting work on a drawer front in a workshop
    Brooke working on the custom produce drawer build for Kelly.
  • woman constructing drawer bottom in a workshop
    Brooke working on the custom produce drawer build for Kelly.
  • custom wood produce drawer with metal screen as drawer front
    Brooke working on the custom produce drawer build for Kelly.

Brooke working on the custom produce drawer build for Kelly.


Dog Wash Station Build


  • man and woman constructing wooden base for a dog washing stand
    Brooke and Brice construct and install the base for the new dog washing station.
  • design rendering of a wog washing station
    Brooke and Brice construct and install the base for the new dog washing station.
  • two men carry dog washing stand in driveway
    Brooke and Brice construct and install the base for the new dog washing station.
  • man and woman inspecting construction of dog washing stand
    Brooke and Brice construct and install the base for the new dog washing station.
  • man and woman smiling in bright outdoor setting
    Brooke and Brice construct and install the base for the new dog washing station.

Brooke and Brice construct and install the base for the new dog washing station.


Mostly consisting of a two-by-four base structure, Brooke and Brice begin constructing the dog washing station's core components. Install is a breeze and work proceeds as they move on to tile work.


Mudroom Progress: Tile


The beautiful mudroom tiles have arrived and are floated in place to lock in on the desired design and orientation of them in the new space. The tiles are a timeless marble with faintly rough edges to give more character and charm. Brooke and Brice decide to lay them in a classic checkerboard pattern, alternating the darker grey pieces with the white, and on a diagonal centered in the room towards the window.


  • woman opening box of larger format white marble tile
    Brooke and Brice configure the new tile floor for the mudroom.
  • woman laying larger format white marble tile in checkerboard pattern with contrasting black tile
    Brooke and Brice configure the new tile floor for the mudroom.
  • man and woman looking at freshly laid marble floors in laundry room
    Brooke and Brice configure the new tile floor for the mudroom.

Brooke and Brice configure the new tile floor for the mudroom.



Pantry Progress: Countertop Installation


Man in a black "Creator's Stone" shirt installs a patterned stone slab in a hallway. Background features stacked slabs and a taped-up plastic sheet.
Countertop installers use a window to bring in the piece to its' new home in the pantry.

For Mark and Kelly's pantry, Brice decides on a unique design with large contrasting aggregate stones in a repeating pattern. Due to the narrow nature of the pantry, countertop installers are forced to use a window to bring in the large piece.


Tile Progress


  • woman tiling dog washing stand
    Brooke hard at work doing all the tiling projects for Mark and Kelly.
  • woman tiling dog washing station. dog pattern on floor is present
    Brooke hard at work doing all the tiling projects for Mark and Kelly.
  • woman tiling backsplash in long narrow pantry under wood cabinets
    Brooke hard at work doing all the tiling projects for Mark and Kelly.

Brooke hard at work doing all the tiling projects for Mark and Kelly.


Brooke is a tiling pro with dozens of projects now under her belt. In the dog washing station, she adds a custom black and white penny tile with dog bone design on the bottom, while using a modern black textured porcelain tile on the surround, laid in a vertical repeating pattern. For the pantry backsplash, she uses a classic white porcelain subway tile in a horizontal pattern to lengthen the room. The simple nature of the classic white subway tile offsets the loud pattern of the aggregate stones in the countertop, creating an iconic, one-of-a-kind look.


Black bone-shaped tile pattern surrounds a round drain on beige hexagonal tiles. A bottle is partially visible in the corner.
Custom bone shaped tile work for the mudroom's new dog washing station.

Final Touches


On reveal day, Brooke and Brice add all the finishing touches, including decorative elements and personal items to both the new mudroom and pantry.


  • stack of towels on bar top with artwork and plant in the backgroundBrooke and Brice put the final decorative touches into the new mudroom and pantry space on reveal da
    Brooke and Brice put the final decorative touches into the new mudroom and pantry space on reveal da
  • man and woman in narrow pantry opening cabinet doors
    Brooke and Brice put the final decorative touches into the new mudroom and pantry space on reveal da
  • "modern" candle beside small ceramic dish with keys in it
    Brooke and Brice put the final decorative touches into the new mudroom and pantry space on reveal da

Brooke and Brice put the final decorative touches into the new mudroom and pantry space on reveal day.



The Final Reveal - Mudroom


  • man and woman walk through door with surprised expressions on their faces
    Mark and Kelly walk into an entirely different space in the reveal of their new mudroom.
  • couple showing another couple new wooden feature in their updated mudroom
    Mark and Kelly walk into an entirely different space in the reveal of their new mudroom.

Mark and Kelly walk into an entirely different space in the reveal of their new mudroom.


A Multifunction Mudroom + Dog Washing Station


You can't help but to be transported upon entering Mark and Kelly's new stunning mudroom. From the custom white oak cabinetry casing the new washer and dryer, to the custom built locker storage area with bench, it is clear that this space has been completely transformed, from top to bottom. Overall, the space feels larger, yet more succinct and organized with the timeless black and white tile and bright, creamy wall color.


Gold satin finishes throughout the room include the cabinet hardware and the modern wall sconces, complimenting all the other finishes seamlessly.


The dog washing station is a welcomed surprise addition the homeowners weren't expecting. Brooke and Brice even added a personal touch by creating framed artwork of their two dogs placed on the wall above the area. Now this family can truly have a fully functioning multi-purpose mudroom that more than serves their daily needs.


  • laundry room with text that says "before"
    Mudroom - BEFORE and AFTER
  • updated laundry room with text that says "after"
    Mudroom - BEFORE and AFTER

Mudroom - BEFORE and AFTER


  • updated modern laundry room with drop zone and dog washing station
    Mudroom Reveal
  • modern black and white marble tile flooring laid in checkerboard pattern
    Mudroom Reveal
  • modern dog washing station with custom pet portraits hanging on wall above
    Mudroom Reveal
  • washing and drying machines showcased in custom wood cabinetry
    Mudroom Reveal
  • woman pulling out custom wood drawer from cabinetry
    Mudroom Reveal
  • modern updated mudroom with lockers and marble tile flooring
    Mudroom Reveal
  • wood countertop with modern pendant sconce on wall with laundry supllies all aroundlighting
    Mudroom Reveal

Mudroom Reveal


The Final Reveal - Pantry


  • woman looking into room with excited woman in background
    Mark and Kelly continue to be surprised at the reveal of their new pantry.
  • surprised man in background looking into new walk in pantry with woman looking on in foreground
    Mark and Kelly continue to be surprised at the reveal of their new pantry.
  • man and woman smiling looking into room
    Mark and Kelly continue to be surprised at the reveal of their new pantry.

Mark and Kelly continue to be surprised at the reveal of their new pantry.


Pantry Perfection


This pantry is a dream! Floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry provides ample storage for groceries and cooking supplies. New beautiful countertops plus an additional sink allow plenty of room for food prep and organization. At the end of the long, narrow space, Brooke adds a cool hanging herb wall using ropes and terracotta pots.


Mark and Kelly also discover that their fridge has been relocated to their new pantry without impeding on their limited space and narrow access. The cabinets have been painted a beautiful, smoky gray color that perfectly compliments the creamy ivory wall color, carried over from the mudroom.


Gold satin hardware has been added throughout both spaces and gives an elegant, classic touch to the entire project.


  • messy walk in pantry with text in foreground that reads "before"
    Pantry - BEFORE and AFTER
  • updated modern pantry with custom dark painted wood cabinetry and window in background
    Pantry - BEFORE and AFTER

Pantry - BEFORE and AFTER


  • metal screen drawer front
    Pantry Reveal
  • custom wood drawer with potatoes and onions inside
    Pantry Reveal
  • black and white stone countertop with white tile backsplash
    Pantry Reveal
  • pantry with well lit herb garden wall and bright window
    Pantry Reveal
  • man and woman in pantry smiling
    Pantry Reveal

Pantry Reveal


Brooke & Brice Reinvent the Modern Mudroom and Pantry


When working with new clients and homeowners, Brooke and Brice really listen to their needs, and prioritize them throughout the entire design and construction process. Through a thorough attention to detail and creative design, they are able to tackle renovation challenges, and then proceed to go above and beyond what is expected of them.


Mark and Kelly's modern mudroom and pantry project is no different. They see a highly used, but impractically setup space and reinvent how it can and should function for a busy modern day family. And they even take mind to include the family's four-legged family members too, by adding an unexpected dog washing station as an added surprise.


This family is already utilizing and loving their new spaces! Chalk this project up to more satisfied clients, pets included.


A person holds a phone displaying a photo of a child with two dogs indoors. The mood is cheerful. The background is a cozy setting.
Kelly and Mark send Brooke and Brice a video update of the kids and dogs in the new mudroom.

Official Photos


View the official final reveal photos from this episode in our Portfolio HERE.



Behind the Scenes


  • couple stands with family in their laundry room
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • woman sitting on floor next to man sitting on bench in laundry room with cheerful expressions
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman in laundry room with dogs
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman in laundry room with dog in washing station
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • two dogs stand in dog washing area with their portraits hanging on wall behind them
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • two dogs standing near their washing station with their portraits on the wall behind them
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • woman looking at camera and smiling with man beside her on a brick porch
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman stand by side door of house with camera man in the foreground
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman stand by side door of house with camera man in the foreground
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman stand at indoor window of bright laundry room staring outside
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman in kitchen being filmed while washing dog in sink
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman in kitchen being filmed while washing dog in sink
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman in kitchen being filmed while washing dog in sink
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman wash dog in kitchen sink
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man works outside bent over a rpoject he is working on
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man works outside on project for renovation
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman work on indoor dog washing station
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman work on countertop in laundry room
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman work together to contruct a countertop in laundry room
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman being filmed by crew constructing countertop in laundry room
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman being filmed while constructing countertop in laundry room
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman being filmed while constructing countertop in laundry room
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • couple being filmed while working outside on construction projectind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man embraces woman from behind while she checks her watch in an outdoor setting
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man embraces woman from behind while she checks her watch in an outdoor setting
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3
  • man and woman being filmed outside
    Behind The Scenes MMBBS3E3


What's next?

Stylized black cursive text "Brooke & Brice" on a transparent background. Elegant and artistic design.








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