Before After

It’s an 1830s Colonial-style home, but you wouldn’t know it from the bathroom’s “before.”

From wood cabinets to (way chicer) wood cabinets.

The homeowner wanted to combine color and comfort.

The matching seating, wallpaper, and curtains are patterned perfection.

It’s utilitarian *and* pretty.

The after puts the “modern” in mid-century modern.

Nickel gap paneling is shiplap made easy, according to this DIYer.

So long, stained shower.

The whole transformation cost just $250.

“I wanted people to be absolutely stunned that this was an IKEA dresser,” this DIYer says.

It was previously “an outdated beige on beige on beige mess” — until this smart update.

From four-cubed KALLAX to something MoMA-worthy

Before, the laundry room was “a forgotten room,” this DIYer says.

If you're a maximalist who rents, grab a pencil (and scissors and peel-and stick)!

Now, it’s warm and functional for a family.

The cast iron details are dreamy.

It’s black, white, and bold all over.

“Work with the unique features of the room, and don’t be afraid to mix it up when the mood strikes,” this homeowner advises.

“The new space makes me want to curl up with a book and sip on some coffee,” the homeowner says.

“Cabinets like these can cost over $2,000, so this cabinet costing $600 is a win in my book!” the DIYer says.

“I hope this project is a great demonstration of what can be achieved with paint and pattern,” the homeowner says.

It’s luxe but still family-friendly.

“Painting a piece always is a bit daunting,” this DIYer says, but she made it work.

“This was a very risky project,” the DIYer says. “I didn't know if it would turn out cool or chunky and busy.”

Curtains came to the rescue in this bedroom transformation.

“There were decades' worth of stains in the carpet,” the DIYer says.

The apartment owners had a little over 16 square feet to work with.

The landlord actually reimbursed the renters for the new hardware they picked — it looked THAT good.

“I’m proud that we were brave with our color choice despite some initial apprehensions,” the homeowner says.

Gorgeous plants help add some personality, too!

I even made a new light fixture using a $3 thrift store find.

The furniture flipper behind this project swears by four steps: preparation, priming, painting, and protecting.

The “after” works for all seasons.

The homeowners were specifically looking for something dated that they could redo, and the “before” totally fits the bill.

“I’d say 75% of this room project was just painting,” the homeowner says.

Get ready to have major plant envy.

The cabinet was a jackpot thrift store find.

The DIY mural was inspired by the fall colors of one of their favorite nearby scenic views.

As one Instagram commenter says, “Literally would never stop reading books with big cozy socks on in this room.”

This once-plain shoe cabinet is now a stunning entryway statement piece.

The DIY ceiling is a must-see.

The “after” is luxe on a budget.

“The whole space needed to be brightened up and simplified,” this DIYer says.

This kitchen went from brown, white, and dated to brown, white, and totally modern.

Whether your own outdoor space is a blank canvas or an overgrown jungle, we have plenty of inspiration here to jumpstart your makeover dreaming.

The tile from before looks totally refreshed, and the DIYer only spent about $53 to make it all happen.

“We spend way more time in here now than we did the first two years of living in the house,” says the homeowner.

Only a few steps were needed to give these IKEA shelves the look of custom built-ins.

Could this be Barbie’s dream cottage? Probably.

There's a reason why IKEA is a go-to for kitchen renos among designers and DIYers alike.

Yes, they’re the same doors!

The “after” feels fresh and lively.

The stylish storage isn’t the only improvement in this one-time dining room.

While wallpaper didn’t work out in one spot, it totally paid off in another.

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

This bathroom redo is peak “quiet luxury.”

The “after” feels like a Mediterranean oasis.

This DIY was totally beginner-friendly.

“What I love most about the "after" of this project is that the space is now defined. It has a purpose,” the DIYer says.

This hardworking space now has a home for everything.

The after is a big “wow” moment.

The after is “the embodiment of maximalist design,” this homeowner says.