This Old House (1979)

Episode Overview

In the series finale of the Newton project, host Kevin O’Connor collaborates with lighting designer Susan Arnold as she revitalizes the house's dim areas with innovative light sources and contemporary fixtures. Meanwhile, Greg Smizer, Larry Schulman, and Eric Reinhardt work on setting up the security system alongside plasma TVs and audio systems, while Meghan Hodge focuses on the window treatments. Landscape contractor Roger Cook reviews the completed garage and joins landscape architect Stephanie Hubbard to admire the newly finished back porch and terrace. Homeowner Paul Friedberg and his sons enjoy their revamped backyard with a spirited game of Home Run Derby, while architect Treff LaFleche affixes a historical marker out front. Designer Abbey Koplovitz and homeowner Madeline Krauss showcase their cohesive interior design, featuring paint selections, custom furniture, window treatments, rugs, and cherished family antiques.