This bathroom went from bright red to more serene and Mediterranean-inspired.

What was old is new again.

The bathroom is a great place to start when it comes to making changes to your home as you grow older.

"I love how a couple cans of paint transformed a stark, cold bedroom into a welcoming and joyful oasis," this homeowner says.

2022 has been the year of the built-in, and these 11 are the most impressive we've seen.

One clever fix: a wall-mounted drying rack.

Don't you just love when form meets function?

These homeowners saved thousands on their vanity by DIYing it.

It was inspired by a clever IKEA hack.

This is a trick you can steal for your own mural painting projects.

"I’m head-over-heels in love with the colors we used," this homeowner says.

Neutral color scheme and retro-inspired details for the win.

The best part? The whole redo is renter-friendly.

With school starting, lots of leases renewing or expiring, and both green leaves and warm weather beginning to fade, September marks a time of change for many. That’s why it’s especially fitting that it’s Transformation Month on Apartment Therapy. Throughout the whole month, we’ll be taking a closer look at shifts big and small, from tiny tweaks to major renovations to personal routine changes.We’re kicking things off with the BIG changes.

This bathroom redo was not without its challenges, but the final look is so luxe.

Why go out when you can get a cozy theater experience at home?

This kitchen redo is packed with plenty of small space inspiration.

This workhorse space got an overhaul that's lots more welcoming.

This one belongs in the IKEA Hack hall of fame.

The faux fireplace looks MUCH more expensive than its $300 price tag.

Painting and peeling up the old linoleum made a major difference in this redo.

Preserving their kitchen's original cabinets "saved a tremendous amount of time and money," the homeowner says.

New paint and new hardware also helped give this nightstand duo a more modern look.

The bold wallpaper is a must-see!

"I counted how many times I used the stairs in question over the course of one day, and it was over 30!" this DIYer says. "That’s a lot of time to be in boring decor. It deserved a makeover."

This basement's color palette went from fluorescent orange and sage green to all-white and serene.

See the "Electric Poppies" wallpaper bring this small gray bathroom to life.

"I have space to store items rather than having them out in the open," this homeowner says of her "after." "Overall it’s a lighter and brighter space."

Here's what to do with that awkward empty space above early- and mid- 2000s kitchen cabinetry.

Bold wallpaper and floating fixtures bring this bathroom into the 2020s.

"The only thing we would do differently is doing it earlier," these homeowners say of their DIY project. "It has really made the space feel purposeful."

You have to see the "built-in" dresser for yourself. (Hint: It's the same knotty oak one from before.)

A DIY bed, shelving, desk, and mural make for a pretty cool kid's room — and one lucky kid.

A few smart details make these built-ins look totally luxe (even though they were DIY)!

Staple gun + stretchy velvet fabric for the win.

From storage to a sink to ample folding space, the "after" has it all and looks great, too.

There are so many glam accents packed into just 58 square feet.

"Take time to live in your space before making a design plan," this homeowner advises. "Understanding the functionality of your space is vital to making the best design ideas."

With some budget-friendly, big-impact solutions!

DIYs and vintage finds make a once-dingy bathroom quaint and cozy.