My Houzz: Kristen Bell's Surprise Renovation for Her Sister 

the more i learn about Kristen Bell...the more i like her. she is a genuinely good person

“home shouldnt be a place u place u escape from, ot should be a place u escape to”. this video changed the way i looked at my home....

Hopefully this gets the designer a bunch of business because her personality is awesome and she did a great job.

This is what happens when you raise kids right... They do genuine things for each other without all the showmanship... Love Kirsten!

It's nice to know that just because you have a sibling that is rich and famous doesn't mean you have to mooch off of them. Kristen could have probably bought them a bigger house. It's also cool to see she is so down to earth.

I always thought Kristen Bell was sweet. I saw it here for myself. How wonderful she was able to do this for her sis and her family. Lovely. This vid made my day. Lucy, I love your new room!

I always liked Kristin Bell. Now I am a a bigger fan. What a sweet gesture.

Kristen's voice is always so soothing

Great job! I have to say that I welled up when she called Tom her brother. So many in-laws are treated badly by siblings and family members. I've always called my brothers' wives my sisters....we didn't have any growing up....so it's an incredible honor to have them in our lives.

even if it wasnt made for me, i cried too

You ladies make me miss my sister even more. I lost her in 1993 when I was 16 and she was 21. She was our rock as well. Y’all keep each other close always. Much love ❤️

I am a senior citizen, retired, and was never an entertainment person. I have never seen a Kristen Bell movie, but have seen, via RU-vid, her appearances on the Craig Ferguson show. Those appearances told me Kristen is a very "alive," outgoing person, and I think this proves she still has those Midwest roots and grounding. (I live in Ohio, but hey, I still think she's lovely and to be admired.) Way to go. Family, in the end, is always what it is about.

I had a long and negative day and this video made me so happy. thank you everyone. ^_^

I think Kristen has clearly earned a spot in the good place! That's sisterly love for sure.

Anyone else see the executive producer Ashton Kutcher at the end?

I can't get over how Kristen is just as sweet as she looks.

What a wonderful sister. What a wonderful sister relationship.

Love the box with "nothing is truly lost until your mom can't find it" quote at 16:20

She’s such an amazing aunt the way she kept in mind Lucy’s growth. She reminded me of my aunts ugh she’s so so sweet🥺❤️

Wow! Wasn't expecting to be in tears over this. This was so wholesome

I know this is a plug for Houzz and I totally can't afford to shop on their site, but I'm a huge fan of Kristen Bell and couldn't resist watching. I'm not sure who I wish I could be more: Kristen, the giver, or Sarah and her family, the receivers. Definitely got teary along with the family!

What a great sister and an awesome job Kristen & your so right Sara deserved it she's always doing something for all of her family. Luv it you deserved it Sara , luv your cousin Sue

Okay... I’m 72 and have tears in my eyes! So much love and gratitude: the two things life is all about! ❤️😍❤️

im so glad i get to watch this free on youtube.

I love simple people. The family and Kristen seems very down to earth real folks. This basement design is great and totally unexpected from the house exterior (which makes it even better imho).

How could anyone not love this??? Made me well up too....such a sweet sister, everyone thinks because she is an actress she must do something like this for her entire family. Not every family member is demanding of their "famous" siblings. I think Kristen was very kind to help her big Sissy, by giving her Niece and Nephews such a great and very well thought out gift. Kudos Kristen, and good job Designer Melissa!!

This series is awesome. I love watching and I always end up crying. 😫

A sister always deserves the best. A sister always deserves thanks.

I love Kristen Bell,and as a Michigan girl, I am excited that this all happened in The Mitten. I only wish I had the means to do this for my sisters! xoxo

I love Kristen Bell and it was lovely to see that even as an A list actress etc she still is grounded by her roots and where she comes from and what she did for her sister was brilliant. You could see the love and closeness even though they live far apart and I think in this day and age it's heart warming to see families still so close ❤️

I've always loved Kristen and this is exactly why. She's so selfless and giving to everyone

Kristen Bell is probably one of the only celebs that I actually admire and have always looked up to as an inspiration. I hope to one day be able to do the same thing for my family

Tom and Sara, totally deserved this reno project! I think Kristen did an amazing job for her very hard working sister! *Tears* Awesome Job!

Kristen it's no secret what a wonderful young lady you are and how it would just be right that your family plays a big part of who you are! What a loving sweet thing to do and Dax is one lucky man! Love you and your movies!

I cried a little watching this...How humble of a life her sister and family lives. Very beautiful! They definitely have the right perspective and raised a beautiful ...DAUGHTER...Mom and Dad can be very proud. You can just "feel" the "love" their family shares!

So cool. One of my favorite actresses and had no idea we have the same home town. She's awesome for doing this for her sister,niece, and nephews. You can tell she has a genuine kind heart wish her much more success in her career!

Just loved everything about this video...the wonderful people in it, the beautiful design and the amazing results.

Kristen Bell is ONE great person and sister.

This is absolutely adorable. I loved the kids' reaction when they got in and how much love there is in Kristen's family. So cute!

I absolutely LOVE Kristen Bell! been a fan since Veronica Mars. she's so sweet and humble and down to earth.

Please do more of these projects!

My favourite part is when Sarah says her daughter will think the whole basement is hers and u can come in if u have to... And then she laughs..... That was so Real. Loved her laugh and her happiness. So wonderful to see sisters loving each other. They are the real elsa and Anna 😍😘 funnily enough I didn't even think of that until I started typing lol

iam a 58 year old carpenter from new jersey it actually made me cry the love that family has for each other great job kristen

Kristen has a caring thoughtful heart. An invisible thread connects them all together forever with love... A wonderful transformation for the whole family.

What a wonderful thing to do for her sister. Seems like a wholesome family. Thanks Kirsten Bell.

That basement extremely massive

Ashton kutcher as executive producer... Never knew! 😃

Love, love, love this, Kristen!!! You did such a great job (and you too, Tom & Melissa!). Did I get a little teary-eyed? Why, yes, yes I did. I'm the oldest of four girls, so I totally get the love-of-sister thing. My sisters are my best friends. Good on you to spoil Sara in such a beautiful way. And, nice room, Lucy! I've worked as an interior decorator and I'm about to downsize. I'll definitely use Houzz to help with the design process. xoxo

Oh! My Goodness, my cheeks started aching when I realized I was smiling while the family was viewing their new Living room, play space, homework station / arts n crafts station, bathroom and Lucy’s Room! My reaction was as spontaneous as theirs! Good job, Melissa and crew, and Little Sister!

When Kristen said, "Oh my gosh" I really wanted to hear "What the fork!" 😁

Kristen is such a sweet person. So genuine and funny.

The 90s girl in me loves that she says “grody.”

My face hurts from smiling so darn hard...This was so AMAZING!

Fellow Michigander here! I had no idea Kristen's from Detroit! I love the new space!! Beautiful!

Your Detroit family is so adorable. I am from 8mile south Warren Michigan next to Detroit. I know first hand how a restart in your house can make you feel rejuvenated. Thank God for sisters like you.. God Bless your home and family.

What a great thing you did for your sister, Kristen. I just knew you and Dax were good people. And congrats to your sister's family.

I have no doubt in my mind that Kristen Bell is a wonderful, kind person. I never had, nor I ever will.

I'll admit it, I cried. So sweet of her. Sheesh!!!! ❤️

I just found this video today and I had to send it to my mom and sisters. We lived in Madison Heights until I was in 2nd grade. When we moved there were 7 of us in a small brick ranch that looked almost exactly like this house. How we would have loved a basement like this. Such efficient use of space and such a kind thing to do. So glad I found this and will be subscribing!!

What a beautiful soul you have Kristen....the world needs more people like you...no such thing as too much love!!

I actually cried when the sisters came together for this make over. I love decorating and this here is beautiful...

I'm balling!! 😢😢😢 that was so beautiful! she's such a sweet hearted person!

So beautiful and respectful of one another. It’s beautiful to see family lift each other up. Kudos Kristen. The renovation is so cute.

I just love her niece's reaction..."no brothers!" lol 😂😂😂

What a wonderful gift of love. My sister is my best friend and I can't imagine being able to do something like this for her. It is a beautiful functional space now. Wish you would have shown the laundry area though.

Wow, what a basement to begin with: huge, and finished!

Kristen Bell has such a good heart. I love everything she does. All of them has stories behind.

"Home is the place you're drawn to" love this!

Kristen Bell, you rock! Doing this for your sibling is great and inspiring! More blessing to you! Two thumbs up!!!

Kristen bell is one person in Hollywood who doesn't seem effected by it. & Her hubby dax seems as sweet as she is!!! Kristen so funny and pretty. I love that she's close to her sisters. Class is class. &She's got it.

"I think the kids are going to be standing on all the furniture pieces within five minutes. If they're not, we have a problem." Perfect. :)

What a beautiful, selfless gift from one amazing sister to another!!!

Love it when Lucy said "It's mine! No brothers!"

i developed a crush on her when i saw a movie titled " when i rome " She is just adorable and quirky and funny. And as it turns out she is the best sister. 👍👍

this is soooo sweet 🥺 imagine having your famous aunt make you a bed room 🥳🤩

OMG! Living in LA & being from Michigan myself, I kept laughing. This brought a lot of joy today. 💚

that made me teary. they are so grateful and happy :) makes me happy

gosh, why do I find this lady a true human being.. Kristen Bell, may God lead you upward always... I love you

Kristen, you not only made your older sister and her family happy, you made anyone who watches this video just as thrilled.

Just made me love Kristen even more! 😍😭

This was incredible. I don't live too far from Madison Heights so if you'd like to come to my house, my doors wide open. lol

This actually made me cry. I love how sweet Kristen is toward her sister. So touching. I love Kristen Bell.

Very touching to see the love between the sisters... what a wonderful thing a good family is.

This was so touching, I wish this family many happy years in this space. Go Houzz!

A truly heartfelt project and one more reason I love Houzz!

wow, to have a sister to count on is a wonderful blessing.

More tears with this series than I'd imagined as each episode clearly reveals the gift of love shared is a beautiful thing indeed! When you need a pick me up to your day...view my HOUZZ!!!

So sweet ! Kristen's sister was so sweet, and husband. Aww this was great

WHAT a transformation!!!!!!! AMAZING!! And such a functional area!!!! I want to live in that basement!! Way to go Kristen Bell!!

Sister cried.....and then I cried. Good stuff Kristin and Houzz.

Kristen is such a lovely soul, it's so nice for her to do this for her family. What a job Melissa did! It's beautiful.💗

That’s the Midwest wholesomeness right there

It brought me tears to my eyes to see so much sister love here. It's like the love I have with my sister and my brothers.

What a gorgeous transformation, never heard of Houzz. Kirsten Bell is such a sweetheart, what a great little sister💕💕

I love the idea of family members helping each other. If I had this kind of money I would help everyone with whatever they need.

I love this!! I love when celebrities and well known people use their money to give back to the community and their families. I know this was not about having money though and anybody who has more than three kids definitely deserves something like this!

This is what family is all about! Beautiful!

Their family seems so sweet and genuine. This was the sweetest makeover surprise video

what a difference the purple knobs, on the family dresser made! inspired me!

What an awesome thing for her to do for her sister and her sister's family. God bless her!