Moteles Chic

April and Sarah redo the residence at their lakeside motel by reviving a drab kitchen and a fully exposed, wood-paneled whirlpool tub in the bedroom.

Over budget and behind schedule, the duo and project manager Courtney design double rooms with a bold retro feel — perfect for a girls trip.

With romantic couples in mind, the team nails down the king bedroom palette. Eager restaurant partners appear, but then the pandemic begins to unfold.

Terrazzo tiles and neon signs spruce up the check-in area. Later, the squad launches the website and takes reservations to kick-start the cash flow.

Fresh paint, carefree picnic tables and a reconfigured patio get the restaurant ready for service. But a major leak threatens the grand opening.

Deck chairs and umbrellas are on hand, yet the pool remains unfinished. Wet weather looms as the team tries to keep it together before the doors open.