During the month of May 2012, the editorial team dove head first into what was then a fairly new channel for us - Renovation. Moving into this area in a bigger way has been very interesting and there is lots more to come on the subject in 2013. But for now, here is a look back at some of our most popular reno content from that month, including Dabney's amazing look into her renovation of the "World's Ugliest Condo"...

• The World's Ugliest Condo: The Big Kitchen Reveal
• From Scary to Sublime: A Gorgeous Gut Renovation in Australia
• Kitchen Transformation: Photos of a Step-by-Step Renovation Process
• The World's Ugliest Condo: Follow The Money Budget Breakdown
• 5 Places To Skimp On Your Bathroom Reno
• The World's Ugliest Condo: The Big Bathroom Reveal
• Before & After: An Expanding Kitchen Renovation
• Eco-Rehabbing: Resources for Green Kitchen & Bath Renovations
• Renovation Tips from Hotel Bathrooms
• Renovation Inspiration: Wallpapered Kitchens More

You don't need to be attempting a top to bottom home renovation to find these resources useful. Although we covered some big project resources — claw foot bathtubs and American made kitchen cabinetry — we also wrote posts and Store Prfiled that covered smaller home DIY projects.

• Renovation Resources: 10 Brands of American Made Kitchen Cabinetry
• Bottoms Up: The Pros Picks for Top Toilets
• Install Specialized Wall Plates For A Professional Customized Look
• House of Antique Hardware: Renovators Resource for Reproduction Hardware
• Renovation Resouces: Clawfoot Bathtubs
• Reclaimed Designworks: Reclaimed Lumber & Hardwoods Available Nationwide
• Eco-Rehabbing: Resources for Green Kitchen & Bath Renovations
• Caster Specialists: A World of Wheels
• Kit Houses for the Ultimate DIYer
• Real Sliding Hardware: Barn Door Kits More

Nothing delights quite like a good kitchen or bath redo. These spaces are some of the most important ones in any home, and it's always exciting to see an old, dated kitchen or bathroom transformed into something shiny and useful and new. Click along with us as we re-explore some of our favorite kitchen and bath transformations of 2012. More

You may have seen the kitchen in this West Village apartment, which got a modern update courtesy of designer Carly Yates. One of the apartment's bathrooms also got a much-needed facelift. Check out the transformation after the jump. More

When Sarah and her husband first spotted this cabin it was in need of a major facelift. They fell in love with the structure and the land and only saw the potential this little beach gem had to offer. Follow me after the jump to see their vision come to life… More

You may think your kitchen looks bad, but then there's this. When designer Carly Yates set out to redo this West Village kitchen, she definitely had her work cut out for her. Carly presented her renovation at our last Apartment Therapy Design Evening in New York; for those of you who weren't able to make it, here are all the details. More

In a small space, just a few changes can make a big difference. The owner of this Brooklyn Heights studio knew she wanted to update her kitchen (and add a dishwasher!), so she turned to designer Sarah Zames, owner of Brooklyn design firm General Assembly. Under Sarah's guidance, a few small updates came together to make a big impact. Check out the finished product... More

Often times, a small space can be maximized by building up — but standard ceilings can hinder a loft addition. Madrid-based Beriot, Bernardini Arquitectos had a better solution: dig down! More

I love IKEA butcher block countertops. They're so versatile, so beautiful, and so inexpensive — so what if they also tend to be a little lacking in a certain flair? Here's an idea: make this one-size-fits-all kitchen staple into a one-of-a-kind unique surface with just a few tools and a little bit of know-how. More

The makeover of this Brooklyn living room wasn't just for aesthetic reasons; the homeowners needed more organized, out-of-sight storage, and a space that was kid and cat friendly. They also wanted to incorporate a small piano, and be able to watch TV without the television being the focal point of the room. To do this, they turned to New York design firm Mercer Interior. Check out the results after the jump. More