Home Town

About Home Town

"Home Town" is an American television series that debuted on the HGTV network in 2016. The show is based in Laurel, Mississippi and follows married couple Ben and Erin Napier as they renovate houses in their small Southern hometown. Each episode unfolds a new story where they lend their skills towards making Laurel a better place to live in, one house at a time. Combining their knowledge about the rich history of each property with modern aesthetics, the Napiers create homes that perfectly encapsulate comfort and charm.

Making / Production

The series "Home Town" is produced by RTR Media, with executive producers being Kim Bondi and Courtney Thomas. The show uses local townsfolk for various work, thus keeping the community feel alive. Each episode takes us behind the scenes of the town's architectural treasures and the couple's creative process, as they breathe new life into old structures.

Actors

• Ben Napier: Ben, a craftsman and woodworker, brings the brawn to the operation and showcases his fine skills in intricate custom carpentry in each episode.
• Erin Napier: Erin, a designer, brings her creative vision to every project. She has a knack for uncovering the hidden charm of dilapidated homes and transforming them into stunning spaces.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Napiers discovered their passion for renovation after revitalizing their own 1925 home.
• The show was first proposed to them by an HGTV executive who discovered Erin's home renovation blog.
• Ben Napier has a degree in history, which influences his design decisions and respect for the original architecture of the homes they renovate.

Awards

The show has not received any awards to this date, but it has been critically acclaimed for its wholesome content and emphasis on community spirit.

Quotes

• "This is about more than just making a house beautiful. It's about loving our town and the people in it."
• "What people want in a smaller town is good health care, good education and a nice place to live. And we feel like we can offer that here in Laurel."
• "If someone needs help, you help them. That's just the Southern way."

Music, Soundtrack

• The show opens with the catchy, feel-good tune 'This House is Ours' by Stephanie Lambring.
• The background music is largely light and inspiring, setting the perfect ambiance for a home renovation show.