Most of us are familiar with the irksome features typical of renting: no-painting rules, awful cabinetry, worn beige carpet, standard-issue window blinds, outdated tile, and a general lack of customizability. But as these ten L.A. rentals show, those limitations can be overcome with a bit of ingenuity and a keen eye, and it is still very possible to make a rented space feel like home.
• House Tour: Kathryn and David's Mix of Modern Crafstman Apartment
• House Tour: Kelly's Retro Artist Loft in Downtown LA
• House Tour: Jose's Super Small & Stylish 275 Square Foot Apartment
• House Tour: Savannah's Sophisticated Studio Apartment
• House Tour: Bryan's Across the Hallway Loft
• House Tour: Dante's Charming Spanish Flat
• House Tour: Adam & Daniel's "Boclectic Craftern" Loft
• House Tour: Jody & Joe's Cozy Contemporary Condo
• House Tour: Corina's Hollywood Glamour On a Budget
• House Tour: Rodellee's Tiny Vintage Studio
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i was looking for a post exactly like this. we are moving to a duplex in a month that, while clean and fairly new, is lacking any character whatsoever. white walls, white carpet, "meh" trim and cabinets. can't paint so i really want to use temporary wall paper but too chicken. if anyone can reference similar posts of before and afters w/o any paint or remodeling that would be great!
I don't know why people are so shy about painting rentals. If you're there for any period of time even white walls are going to get "meh" after a while. Choose light colors and then just paint over with white before you move out. Your landlord will probably love you for the fresh clean coat of white.
hihi, Mr. Monk would love the setup on the 9th pic! :)