“You don't always have to renovate a space to make it look pretty,” this homeowner says.

The “after” feels like an oasis with blue tile and lush plants.

Goodbye, early 2000s fixtures.

It’s renter-friendly!

Before, the oatmeal-colored walls made the whole room feel dark despite its large windows.

The after is industrial, but not too industrial.

That’s just one idea to steal from this sweet bedroom redo with “small fairytale nook” style.

The “after” adds color and drama but still feels bright and cheery.

This interior designer got to be her own client for a change.

The new, bold design incorporates some of the old furniture.

“The cottage’s original details had been completely stripped away,” the homeowner describes.

“I wanted to renovate my whole bathroom one day, but doing this definitely saved me a lot of money,” the homeowner says.

“We knew we wanted a stone floor instead of linoleum and to replace the upper cabinets with shelving,” the homeowner says.

The bedroom is filled with vintage finds.

The layout for this living room makeover was a mystery — until 3 a.m. inspiration struck.

“I wanted something brighter, more colorful, and more personal,” the homeowner says.

The paint color is perfect for fall.

The apartment dweller was after a minimalist, modern-meets-vintage look.

The tile DIY is totally reversible.

This gut reno makes a once-cramped bathroom feel way more open.

The color lesson here? Lean into what feels true to you.

“There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a space transform through your own effort,” the DIYer says.

Plus, the new floors are stunning.

"This kitchen was practically screaming for a makeover," says the designer behind the redo.

It’s retro yet modern.

The fireplace is now a focal point, not an eyesore.

“Don’t ignore the small spaces,” this DIYer says. “Our entrance is now a lot more welcoming.”

It’s renter-friendly!

The DIY coffee table saved tons of money.

It feels so much larger.

See this space go dark (in the best way).

In this kitchen, every wall is a feature wall.

A recipe developer's new kitchen is beautiful for filming — and functional, too.

“I was in love with the green and black tiles,” the homeowner says. “I wanted to spotlight them and honor the incredible craft that went into building our bathroom.”

“I wanted something with personality — something brave and welcoming,” the homeowner says.

“The room is so much brighter now and feels like it is truly me,” the DIYer says.

The project has several budget-friendly features.

The color scheme is very berries and cream.

And it took three tries to nail the color!

The paint color is dreamy.

This hallway finally got “the attention it deserved,” the DIYer says.

An IKEA ELVARI was the perfect find here.

The goal was to incorporate “vintage and cottage touches.”

The homeowners wanted to add toy storage to their living room without turning it into a full-on playroom.

The green paint inspired the rest of the studio’s design.

“It’s an area we walk through several times a day, so I wanted it to feel more alive,” the DIYer says.

The homeowners aimed for “unique on a tight budget,” and they certainly delivered.

“Don't be afraid to go bold with colors in small spaces,” the homeowner says.