HGTV’s Keith Bynum & Evan Thomas on how remodeling brings them closer, date nights & their romantic gestures
Bargain Block. In their latest season, which features new episodes throughout November, they take on remodeling projects in their adopted hometown, Detroit.
The couple moved to the Michigan capital in 2017 when they learned about the widespread revitalization efforts taking place across the city.
It was a fitting metaphor. Together for 10 years, Keith and Evan were looking for a new start in the Midwest. Keith, specifically, was in search of the loving community he couldn’t find in his native Texas. “My family went sideways when I came out…I love the South, but family dynamic in the South is different,” he told People. “I was looking to rebuild and [Detroit] was the perfect place to come and do that…It’s the kindest place I’ve ever lived, contrary to its reputation.”A post shared by Keith Bynum (@keithbynum_)A post shared by Evan Thomas (@emuralit)A post shared by Keith Bynum (@keithbynum_)The co-founders of NINE Design + Homes, Keith and Evan also fight against LGBTQ+ discrimination in the construction community.
That’s one of the reasons why their show is so important: it shows gay men thriving in a masculine industry that’s traditionally shunned them.“I think anybody that takes a step into a world that maybe stereotypically doesn’t belong to them, there’s going to be some eyebrows raised.
