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Media room with television on media console before renovation.
B&A: $850 Later, a Blank Living Room Is Unrecognizable — and Majorly Cozy
Home Projects
A five-week project using IKEA IVARs and a discount fireplace totally transforms this blank white box.
Sarah Everett
May 2, 2023
B&A: A Beige Bathroom’s Dramatic $800 Redo Has “Swanky Lounge” Vibes
Home Projects
“I didn't like that my powder room looked like my neighbor's, and my neighbor's neighbor,” this homeowner says of her builder-grade “before.”
Sarah Everett
May 1, 2023
B&A: Bold Paint and Vintage Details Revive a Dingy Brown Home Office
Home Projects
“Simply painting a room a bold color can completely transform it,” the designer says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 30, 2023
Before and After: Smart Buys and a DIY Make This Patio More Private and Cozy
Home Projects
See how this homeowner upgraded her patio with $1600 worth of budget-friendly finds.
Sarah Everett
Apr 29, 2023
B&A: A Dated Bathroom Gets a Luxe, Island-Inspired Designer Glow-Up
Style
It’s inspired by a Stevie Wonder song, y’all!
Danielle Blundell
Apr 29, 2023
Before and After: 9 of the Most Colorful Appliance Redos Ever
Home Projects
Who says appliances have to be just black, white, or gray?
Sarah Everett
Apr 29, 2023
Before and After: A Luxe $800 Redo Snaps This Bathroom Out of Its Dreary Basement Vibes
Home Projects
“By using the existing materials in this space, I saved a ton of money, and let’s be honest – who wants to gut an entire bathroom?” this DIYer says. “It’s dirty and dusty and takes FOREVER. Updating a small bathroom with accent walls is a budget-friendly way to add character.”
Sarah Everett
Apr 28, 2023
B&A: This Packed Pantry Is Remade into a Calm, Organized Space
Organize & Clean
A professional organizer gets it back into shape.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 28, 2023
B&A: A $5,000 Redo Makes This Rotted 1962 Caravan a Vibrant Retro Retreat
Home Projects
When these owners purchased their caravan, it was in much worse shape than they first thought. A complete overhaul brought it back to life.
Sarah Everett
Apr 27, 2023
B&A: A Bland Kitchen’s Vibrant Redo Features One of 2023’s Hottest Colors
Home Projects
The color combo makes this kitchen feel extra inviting.
Megan Baker Detloff
Apr 26, 2023
B&A: A Clever IKEA Hack Makes This Open Entryway Much More Practical
This smart entryway redo is from YouTuber Alexandra Gater’s first book — and she gave Apartment Therapy an exclusive look at the project.
Kelly Dawson
Apr 25, 2023
B&A: A $500 Redo Restores a Blue-Tiled Bathroom to Its 1950s Glory Days
Home Projects
The “new” blue toilet and sink are must-sees.
Sarah Everett
Apr 24, 2023
Before and After: This Patio Redo Features a Cheery Color Combo That Screams “Summer”
Home Projects
If you want to revive a tired outdoor space, paint is the way to go.
Sarah Everett
Apr 23, 2023
See How a Stager Made a Century-Old Row House Feel More Modern
Real Estate
And cozy.
Heather Bien
Apr 23, 2023
B&A:A Tired Bedroom Wakes Up with DIY Paneling in a Surprising Shade
Home Projects
There’s a smart IKEA hack in this bedroom redo, too.
Kelly Dawson
Apr 22, 2023
Before and After: A Tiny Terrace Gets a Luxe DIY Checkerboard Upgrade
Style
Thanks to checkerboard floors and faux plants.
Sarah Lyon
Apr 22, 2023
B&A: A Plain Spare Room Transforms into a “Disco Cocoon” Media Lounge
Home Projects
The new space is a grown-up secret clubhouse that goes all-out with bold design.
Kelly Dawson
Apr 21, 2023
B&A: A “Dark and Dingy” 1990s Bathroom Brightens Up with a $4,000 Redo
This reno only took five days.
Kelly Dawson
Apr 20, 2023
See How This Pro Organizer Brings Organization to This Work Closet
Organize & Clean
This unconventional closet is full of inspiration.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 20, 2023
B&A: This Chic Kitchen Redo Is a Prime Example of How to Renovate in Stages
“Since this was my first place I owned, I wanted to make the entire space feel like me,” this condo dweller says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 19, 2023
B&A: A 1924 Sears Kit Living Room Gets a Respectful Redo Full of Charm
Home Projects
This home was part of a Sears catalog kit, and many of its original features can be seen in the living room today.
Sarah Everett
Apr 18, 2023
B&A: A Daring Paint Job and Fresh Tile Revive This Tiny, Tired Kitchen
Home Projects
The new kitchen feels a lot more inviting.
Dana McMahan
Apr 17, 2023
Before and After: This Home’s DIY Garage-Turned-Bedroom Transformation Is Great
Lifestyle blogger Jessica Kirby and her partner, Craig Mackay, did all the renovations themselves on this house in Rhode Island, and they had a very small budget. But they maximized their efforts "by spending on materials instead of labor. Our house is small and it’s an open layout, but we managed to make it feel spacious and still cozy."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 17, 2023
B&A: A 1930s Kitchen Gets an Easy “In-the-Meantime” Refresh for $200
Home Projects
“The budget for this kitchen refresh was really to spend as little as possible,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 16, 2023
Before and After: An Underused Dining Room Becomes a Designer’s Chic Home Office
Style
Featuring an IKEA sofa, Urban Outfitters furniture, and plenty of stunning vintage pieces.
Danielle Blundell
Apr 16, 2023
See How a Stager Turned a Basic Gray Living Room into a Cheery Hangout
REAL ESTATE
It went from builder-grade to family-friendly.
Kristen Finello
Apr 16, 2023
B&A: $330 and a Lucky Find Later, a Once-Filthy Balcony Looks Brand New
Home Projects
“This is the first time I'm living in an apartment with a balcony, so that was very exciting,” this renter says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 15, 2023
B&A: This $630 Bathroom Redo Has the Coolest Trim We’ve Ever Seen
Home Projects
“It was as boring as a room could possibly be,” this homeowner says of the “before.” The “after” is the complete opposite.
Sarah Everett
Apr 14, 2023
Before and After: A Poorly Laid Out Apartment's Colorful, Clever Reno Is Amazing
"As soon as my husband and I got the keys, we began the hard work," begins Justine Guillermou, the founder of Rainbow Shaker, who specializes in "playful, offbeat," and "anti-gloom" designs. "We did everything ourselves from A to Z, except for the plumbing and electricity."
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2023
B&A: A Money-Saving Paint Mural Adds Color and Whimsy to a Kid’s Room
Home Projects
“This makeover made me realize I’m way more into paint than power tools,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 13, 2023
B&A: I Hacked an IKEA PAX System into a Storage Vanity for Less than $1,000
Organize & Clean
My bedroom has never looked so polished, chic, and, most importantly, clutter-free!
Lily Zacharias
Apr 13, 2023
Before and After: A 1980s Living Room’s Redo Makes Dated Mirror Walls Look Fresh
Home Projects
See how a blah beige living room gets a glam glow-up that’s both trendy and timeless.
Sarah Everett
Apr 12, 2023
B&A: This Blah Bathroom’s $93 Redo Uses Paint in an Unexpected Way
Home Projects
This DIYer came up with a clever money-saving hack for getting the look of lime washed walls.
Megan Baker Detloff
Apr 11, 2023
B&A: These 5 Redos Make Dated Wood Cabinets Look Fresh Without Refinishing Them
Home Projects
This one’s for all the renters and early 2000s homeowners with oak cabinets out there. You won’t find any paint here!
Sarah Everett
Apr 11, 2023
B&A: A Bare Dining Room Gets a Big Jolt of Energy with a Little Paint Project
Home Projects
Vintage furniture and a fresh light fixture help, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Apr 10, 2023
See How a Home Stager Turned a Sparse Loft into a Sophisticated Space
Real Estate
It went from “college bohemian” to sleek city co-op.
Heather Bien
Apr 10, 2023
B&A: An 1982 Trailer Looks Unrecognizable After a $500 — Yes, Really! — Refresh
Home Projects
Nope, we didn’t drop a zero on that total cost. Budget-friendly DIYs were the key to this dramatic transformation.
Sarah Everett
Apr 9, 2023
B&A: 5 DIYs Turned My Bare Patio into a Cozy Outdoor Living Area for Under $1000
Home Projects
I’ve always loved the concept of having seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces — and a few weekends worth of DIYs helped me make my own.
Juliana DeMarici
Apr 8, 2023
Before & After: An IKEA Hack Turns a Dated Kitchen into a Stunning Space
Style
This kitchen is seriously unrecognizable but still fits in with the rest of the home.
Danielle Blundell
Apr 8, 2023
Before and After: A Rental Kitchen Keeps Its 1960s Cabinets in This $600 Refresh
Home Projects
“I plan to stay in this place for some time, so the effort put in is worth it,” this renter says. His (totally removable!) updates cost $600.
Sarah Everett
Apr 7, 2023
B&A: Peel-and-Stick Products Turn a Bland Fireplace into a Colorful Focal Point
Home Projects
Wallpaper, tile, and a new mantel take this fireplace from a blank slate to a bespoke and character-filled feature.
Sarah Everett
Apr 6, 2023
B&A: This Small Pantry Is All Cleaned Up with a Simple-yet-Effective Update
Organize & Clean
It took some decluttering, decanting, and organizing to whip up this nice and neat pantry.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 6, 2023
B&A: This $6,000 Bathroom Redo Blends High-End Details and Budget-Friendly DIYs
Home Projects
This bathroom is a colorful, eclectic mix of high-end pieces and secondhand upcycles.
Sarah Everett
Apr 5, 2023
B&A: Custom Wall-Mount Shelves Turn a Reading Corner into a Bookworm’s Fantasy
HOME PROJECTS
“I love having my books all together on the wall; it really feels like a feature in the room instead of an afterthought,” this DIYer says. This one’s for the bookworms out there!
Sarah Everett
Apr 4, 2023
B&A: A Geometric Wood Accent Wall Livens Up a Blank White Living Room for $450
Home Projects
These homeowners “wanted something moody, modern and something no one else had.”
Sarah Everett
Apr 3, 2023
See How a Stager Turned a One-Bedroom Bachelor Pad into a Hip Two-Bedroom Home
BEFORE & AFTER
The $20k project boosted the condo’s value by $100k.
Kristen Finello
Apr 3, 2023
B&A: This Bedroom Redo Ditches the Headboard for a Dramatic Botanical Mural
HOME PROJECTS
"In my opinion, there is no right or wrong way to style your space," this homeowner says. "As long as it brings you joy, it's functional, and it showcases your personality, then it's perfect! Your home is an outward expression of your vibe!"
Sarah Everett
Apr 2, 2023
B&A: An Underutilized Closet Becomes a Creative Crafting Station for $150
Home Projects
“Cloffices” aren’t just for adults.
Sarah Everett
Apr 1, 2023
B&A: This 1955 Bathroom's $5,000 Gut Reno Reveals a Hidden Treasure
This DIYer "cried real (happy) tears" when she made the discovery during the demo process.
Megan Baker Detloff
Mar 31, 2023
B&A: A Bland '90s Kitchen Gets a Character-Packed DIY Redo for $7,000
The new cook space isn't just beautiful — its reimagined layout makes it more functional, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Mar 30, 2023
Before and After: A Primary Bedroom's 1970s Style Returns With a Sunset Mural
Now the space has a groovy, bohemian backdrop.
Heather Bien
Mar 29, 2023
B&A: A Decrepit Gazebo Looks Completely Unrecognizable After a $600 Makeover
Paula Bishir-Jensen made her gazebo safer and so much more sophisticated.
Brigitt Earley
Mar 28, 2023
See How a Pro Organizer Gave This Cluttered Pantry a New Life
Organize & Clean
It required $100 worth of supplies.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 28, 2023
B&A: A $500 Bathroom Reno Roots Existing Features in a Sentimental Design
It’s all thanks to wallpaper and gilded accessories.
Brigitt Earley
Mar 27, 2023
Before and After: A Gray-on-Gray Bathroom Gets a Bright Facelift for Just $200
Style
No major renovations needed.
Cori Sears
Mar 27, 2023
B&A: A Massive 1970s Hutch Gets an Airy Upgrade Courtesy of a Clever IKEA Hack
A mid-century piece became a modern and functional "flo-denza."
Heather Bien
Mar 26, 2023
Before and After: 10 of the Best Small-Space Outdoor Makeovers We’ve Ever Seen
Home Projects
From peaceful patios to beautiful balconies, these redos prove that you can turn even the tiniest outdoor spaces into welcoming and cozy retreats.
Savannah West
Mar 25, 2023
B&A: A Bland Entryway’s $750 Transformation Features Colorful Tiles From Travel
A DIY that's part souvenir and part statement piece.
Meg St-Esprit
Mar 25, 2023
B&A: A Neglected Backyard Corner Is Transformed By Paint and a Pergola for $400
A DIYer built her own pergola to get the oasis of her dreams.
Meg St-Esprit
Mar 24, 2023
B&A: 7 Smart Tricks to Steal from These Builder-Grade Kitchen Makeovers
These stylish and practical upgrades are worth copying.
Michelle Lau
Mar 24, 2023
B&A: A Group of Friends Turn a Wall Into a "Monet Meets Pollock" Work of Art
This DIY is perfect for art lovers on a budget.
Lilian Tanner
Mar 23, 2023
B&A: A Custom Banquette Makes This Tiny Dining Nook Breakfast-Ready
HOME PROJECTS
A family has a place to gather for $300.
Sarah Everett
Mar 22, 2023
B&A: A $300 Bedroom Redo Full of Smart DIYs, Like an Under-$50 Headboard Hack
The whole redo is packed with small, smart changes that make a big difference.
Sarah Everett
Mar 22, 2023
B&A: A Mid-Century Modern Bathroom Gets a Facelift, But Keeps Its Blue Tub
Karen Graham didn't want her bathroom to totally lose its past.
Meg St-Esprit
Mar 21, 2023
B&A: Solid Oak Heirlooms Are Refreshed With a Modern Touch for $100
This is what one DIYer did with her inheritance.
Meg St-Esprit
Mar 20, 2023
See How a Home Stager Turned a Neglected ‘80s Home into a Comfy, Modern Oasis
The formerly stale listing received multiple offers after this transformation.
Kristen Finello
Mar 20, 2023
B&A: 5 Budget-Savvy Paint Projects Give This Decades-Old Kitchen a New Life
HOME PROJECTS
"Never underestimate the power of paint!" this homeowner says of her paint projects — including her countertops which look unrecognizable after a $125 project.
Sarah Everett
Mar 19, 2023
B&A: A $60 Redo Gives This Plain IKEA MALM Dresser a High-End Custom Look
HOME PROJECTS
Looking to paint IKEA furniture? Get this DIYer's tips first.
Sarah Everett
Mar 18, 2023
B&A: A Builder-Grade Condo Bathroom Goes from "Shabby" to Chic in a $10,000 Redo
HOME PROJECTS
When these homeowners moved in, the bathroom's 10-year-old renovation had started to look "a little shabby" — and things had only gotten worse from there.
Sarah Everett
Mar 17, 2023
B&A: A Charming $120 IKEA BILLY Facelift Makes for an Ideal First Furniture Flip
HOME PROJECTS
You'd never know it was this DIYer's first-ever furniture flip based on how sophisticated the "after" looks! Read for tons of great beginner-friendly advice.
Sarah Everett
Mar 16, 2023
See How Real Estate Pros Flipped a “Blank Box” House Back into a 1920s Charmer
The 940-square-foot home now flaunts period details.
Heather Bien
Mar 16, 2023
B&A: This Eclectic $5,000 Bedroom Redo is a Master Class in Pattern Mixing
HOME PROJECTS
"Pattern and color are not my usual comfort zone, but I found myself really inspired by spaces that use a lot of pattern play and color," this homeowner says — and several of the prints in the space are totally shoppable.
Sarah Everett
Mar 15, 2023