In a recent interview with PEOPLE, actress and co-host of “Honest Renovations,” Jessica Alba, discussed the significant changes her family is preparing to embrace. The conversation focused on the upcoming departure of her eldest daughter, Honor Warren, as she prepares to attend Yale University, and the family’s anticipated move to a new home.
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Alba, who is 45 years old, shared her excitement about these transitions during the promotional tour for the fourth season of the Roku Original series, where she collaborates with co-host Lizzy Mathis. The new season introduces the duo to the East Coast, a first for the series, as they undertake home makeovers, providing both aesthetic and functional upgrades for families.
One poignant aspect of the fourth season, as Alba revealed, mirrors her personal experience with change. During an episode, Alba and Mathis assist Susan Suarez, a single mother and widow, in revitalising her home in New Jersey while preparing to send her son, Jayden, off to college. This storyline resonated with Alba, as she reflected on how she will soon navigate a similar experience with Honor.
Alba recounted her thoughts on designing her children’s rooms to adapt to their growth and changing needs, stating, “We were really excited about re-imagining [Jayden’s] room… Being able to take it from a kid room to a young adult — that was awesome.” This idea of transformation struck a chord with her as she simultaneously prepares for her own children to step into new life stages amidst their relocation.
The actress expressed a deep sense of connection to Suarez’s situation, noting the emotional weight of sending a child to college. “It’s intense,” Alba admitted. While Suarez’s son will remain nearby, returning home frequently, Honor will embark on her journey to Connecticut from California, making the transition even more poignant for Alba.
“It hasn’t really hit me personally,” Alba remarked, acknowledging the communal challenge of parents observing their children reach significant milestones. “I don’t think you can prepare for it. You just have to tackle it when it happens,” she added.
With the new series, Alba and Mathis aim to bring a unique flavour to home renovations on the East Coast. The hosts highlighted the distinct architectural styles and characteristics of these older homes compared to those they worked on previously in California. Alba noted, “There’s so much heritage… and you have to really honour the architecture.”
The fourth season of “Honest Renovations” promises to engage viewers not only through its redesign projects but also by incorporating insights from various experts who assist the homeowners in addressing challenges in their lives beyond just physical spaces. The show seeks to enhance both the livability and the aesthetic appeal of homes, embracing a holistic approach to renovation.
As the season unfolds, Alba and Mathis are eager to share a fresh perspective and a new ambience typical of East Coast living with their audience. “Taking it to the East Coast was a big difference for us,” Alba explained, emphasising the changes in both style and community as they embark on this journey.
For fans of “Honest Renovations,” Season 4 is available for streaming on The Roku Channel, offering a blend of informative home transformations and relatable life experiences that echo the journeys of families across America. With changes on the horizon for Alba’s family, viewers can expect to see a heartwarming reflection of those transitions play out through this season’s episodes.