This Old House (1979)

Episode Overview

In this episode, host Kevin O'Connor teams up with landscape contractor Roger Cook to explore the culinary delights of Mother's Restaurant on Poydras Street, a beloved establishment for over 70 years. In Holy Cross, Roger collaborates with landscape architect Brian Sublette, who is transforming a large lot into functional public and private spaces. Fencing expert Mark Bushway works on a green privacy fence, arbor, and gates, while Deryl Boudreau installs a standby generator nearby. Meanwhile, master carpenter Norm Abram joins executive director Beth Galante to discuss Global Green's sustainable housing project, which involves actor Brad Pitt. Back at the house, countertop contractor John Finney delivers kitchen countertops, and upstairs, tile contractor Fred Foltmer showcases the travertine flooring and glass tiles being installed in the master bath shower.