Before After

Before: Open kitchen/living area with one wall of cabinets and an island, plus a gray brick fireplace
B&A: Smart Layout Changes and Fresh Finishes Brighten up a Dark 1960s Home
This renovation doubled the kitchen size and made the main bathroom feel way bigger, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Mar 15, 2023
This Budget Makeover Will Inspire You to Pretty Up a Spare Closet with Paint
Style
Here’s how to go from blah to beautiful with mostly leftover supplies and a hit of bold color.
Laura Fenton
Mar 15, 2023
B&A: A 20-Year-Old Kitchen Gets a Room-Brightening Redo and a Bold Paint Color
HOME PROJECTS
The makeover mixes high and low to create a unique space that doesn't break the bank, the homeowner says.
Sarah Everett
Mar 14, 2023
Before and After: A Non-Working Fireplace Goes from Bland to Glam in Under $200
Home Projects
A can of paint and a little wallpaper went a long way to elevate the boring fireplace in our newly flipped home.
Charli Penn
Mar 14, 2023
This Pro Organizer Uses the “S4 Method” to Transform a Crowded Pantry
Organize & Clean
See how this transformation unfolds.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 14, 2023
B&A: A Luxe Powder Room Redo Proves Neutrals Don't Have to Be Boring
HOME PROJECTS
The bathroom, in its early stages, was "a bland space overall," this homeowner says. See how she added character while still keeping things neutral.
Sarah Everett
Mar 13, 2023
This TikToker “Vinyl Wrapped” Her Oak Cabinets, and It Looks So Sleek
Perfect for rentals and ideal for those who can’t commit fully to a kitchen reno.
Olivia Harvey
Mar 13, 2023
B&A: A Gut Reno and a New Layout Make a Cramped Kitchen Way More Usable
HOME PROJECTS
The extensive renovation project made this kitchen, last touched in the 1990s, more functional for a family.
Sarah Everett
Mar 12, 2023
B&A: 6 Bathroom Redos That Preserved their Vintage Tile, Toilets, Tubs, and More
These bathroom makeovers don't tear out quirky retro features — instead, they celebrate them.
Savannah West
Mar 11, 2023
B&A: This $200 Rental-Friendly Hack Fakes the Look of Dramatic Built-Ins
HOME PROJECTS
By painting her walls and built-ins the same color, this DIYer created a seamless storage setup. Read more about her painting tips and takeaways.
Sarah Everett
Mar 10, 2023
B&A: A $255 Redo Transforms an Awkward Alcove into Dreamy Reading Nook
This would be the perfect spot to curl up with a book on a Saturday morning.
Megan Baker Detloff
Mar 7, 2023
B&A: A Bare Attic Turns Into a "Magical and Serene" Bathroom
HOME PROJECTS
"Bathrooms love plants, and plants love bathrooms. Get as many in there as can possibly fit!" this homeowner says.
Sarah Everett
Mar 9, 2023
B&A: A $1,900 Redo Makes a "Too Brown" Kitchen More Stylish AND More Functional
The wishlist for this redo included more storage, better lighting, a larger sink, better ventilation, and a new backsplash.
Sarah Everett
Mar 7, 2023
B&A: I Gave My Dated Galley Kitchen a Modern, Functional Overhaul for $8,000
HOME PROJECTS
DIYing as much as possible helped keep costs low, and allowed for splurges on bigger ticket items like appliances.
Juliana DeMarici
Mar 8, 2023
B&A: This 1912 Bedroom's Cheery Redo Gives Original Features a Brighter New Look
The homeowners thought this space looked "spooky" before, but some strategic design choices helped bring out the best in the original features.
Megan Baker Detloff
Mar 8, 2023
B&A: A 1980 Bathroom's Bold Redo Gives Its Original Green Fixtures Staying Power
HOME PROJECTS
With the right surroundings, even so-called "dated" fixtures can look contemporary.
Sarah Everett
Mar 7, 2023
See How a Dated 550-Square-Foot French Apartment Became Bright and Airy
Tours
This tiny one-bedroom apartment was quite outdated. Agathe and her partner did the entire renovation themselves while working full-time, which meant they had to sleep in the kitchen for nearly two months!
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Mar 7, 2023
See How Stagers Made an Industrial-Style Apartment Feel Cozy
The open floor plan was divided into distinct sections.
Heather Bien
Mar 7, 2023
See How a Pro Organizer Transforms This Tiny Cluttered “Cloffice”
Organize & Clean
Now, it’s so calming and functional for anyone who uses it.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 7, 2023
B&A: A Plain IKEA RAST Dresser Gets a Mid-Century-Inspired Look with a $100 DIY
HOME PROJECTS
Tons of time-saving tips from a seasoned DIYer ahead!
Sarah Everett
Mar 6, 2023
This Laundry Hamper Hack Uses a $30 Kitchen Trick to Keep Your Clothes off the Floor Forever
The kids love it.
Inigo Del Castillo
Mar 6, 2023
This TikToker Transformed Her Rental Kitchen Using Dollar Tree Items
You can add your own flair with just a few bucks and some patience.
Arielle Tschinkel
Mar 6, 2023
B&A: A Bungalow's Garden Is Transformed With a Hand-Painted Concrete Slab
It took five different paint colors and $300.
Meg St-Esprit
Mar 4, 2023
Before and After: A “Buy Nothing” IKEA Bookcase Gets a High-End Look for $70
You’d never guess this piece of furniture was once a standard IKEA bookcase.
Brigitt Earley
Mar 3, 2023
Lightning and Fire Didn't Stop This Designer from Creating Her Dream Home
See how the home went from a mess to a masterpiece.
Danielle Blundell
Mar 3, 2023
See How a Home Stager Turned a Stuffy Dining Room into a Comfy Gathering Spot
BEFORE & AFTER
It's almost unrecognizable.
Kristen Finello
Mar 3, 2023
Before and After: A 2-Week, $1,200 Redo Revitalizes This Dated Bathroom
HOME PROJECTS
The guiding words for this project: "vintage New England with a twist."
Sarah Everett
Mar 2, 2023
B&A: A Busted Bookshelf Transforms into a Show-Stopping Headboard for $100
With some clever DIY, this bookshelf is completely unrecognizable.
Ashley Poskin
Mar 1, 2023
B&A: A Cottage Bathroom is Transformed into a Relaxing (and Much-Needed) Bedroom
HOME PROJECTS
The "after" is total cottagecore inspiration.
Sarah Everett
Feb 28, 2023
B&A: A Paint-Fueled Redo Gives This Beige Box Apartment Some Much-Needed Charm
Visions of Paris inspired this cozy makeover.
Dana McMahan
Feb 27, 2023
B&A: The Best Part of This Budget Bathroom Redo is the $50 Vanity Transformation
HOME PROJECTS
The "after" looks much brighter and cleaner, and the vanity is unrecognizable.
Sarah Everett
Feb 26, 2023
B&A: A Muted Bedroom's $300 Refresh Brings in Color, But Keeps the Calming Vibes
HOME PROJECTS
"I have always had very colorful hair and clothes," this renter says. "I decided to surround myself in colorful surroundings."
Sarah Everett
Feb 25, 2023
B&A: This Home's Coastal Redo Shows How to Decorate on Theme in the Chicest Way
The kitchen and home office both incorporate coastal elements in this sophisticated makeover.
Lillian Brown
Feb 24, 2023
9 Ways to Revamp Your Boring Old Dresser in Just One Day — and for $100 or Less
HOME PROJECTS
Whether you have an old hand-me-down dresser or a past-its-prime IKEA one, these DIYs will give you plenty of ideas for giving it a new life.
Sarah Everett
Feb 24, 2023
B&A: An Early 2000s Bathroom's Revamp Cost $5,500 — But Looks Way More Expensive
HOME PROJECTS
Lots of DIY and plenty of resourcefulness helped keep costs down in this 2000s builder-grade bathroom makeover.
Sarah Everett
Feb 23, 2023
These 5 Redos Prove That Plant Walls Are the Feel-Good Feature Your Home Needs
Need inspiration for your living or faux plant wall? Check out these five gorgeous makeovers of spaces all around the home.
Savannah West
Feb 23, 2023
B&A: This Closet Makeover Features a Creative Laundry Basket Organizing System
It was "pure chaos" until they decided to completely overhaul it.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 23, 2023
B&A: A Bare-Walled Bedroom Gets a Bold, One-of-a-Kind Makeover for $500
HOME PROJECTS
This redo is packed with personality — and a couple budget-friendly makeover ideas, too.
Sarah Everett
Feb 22, 2023
See How a Home Stager Modernized a ‘70s-Style Chicago Condo 
BEFORE & AFTER
She gave it a more contemporary vibe while incorporating some vintage finds.
Kristen Finello
Feb 22, 2023
B&A: This DIY Fireplace Update Features a $2 Gallery Wall Hack Worth Copying
A less-than-exciting fireplace became a bold focal point.
Heather Bien
Feb 21, 2023
B&A: A Worn-Down Bathroom's Makeover Decreases Its Size But Maximizes Its Style
The guest bathroom in this Victorian-era home said goodbye to its wild carpet and hello to statement-making tile.
Dana McMahan
Feb 20, 2023
B&A: A $500 Spruce-Up Makes This Bathroom's Vintage Green Fixtures Sing
Updating the surroundings allowed the bathroom's retro charm to come through.
Brigitt Earley
Feb 19, 2023
B&A: A Sad Beige Bedroom Comes to Life Thanks to a $200 Paint Project
HOME PROJECTS
"I had never done stenciling before, so I was nervous, but once I started it was a really peaceful, slow process," this DIYer says of her cheery paint project.
Sarah Everett
Feb 18, 2023
B&A: 3 Big Changes Call Attention to a 100-Year-Old Living Room's Best Features
HOME PROJECTS
Paint, tile, and new seating are a winning combo in this cozy cabin living room.
Sarah Everett
Feb 17, 2023
5 Gorgeous Kitchen Redos That Make Natural Wood Cabinets Look High-End
Get inspired by these kitchen cabinets, which range from barely-there light ash wood to rich walnut tones.
Megan Baker Detloff
Feb 17, 2023
B&A: A $525 Bedroom Redo Has a Must-See IKEA Headboard Hack, Plus More DIYs
HOME PROJECTS
The headboard is a highlight, but this redo is simply packed with clever DIYs and hacks.
Sarah Everett
Feb 16, 2023
See How a Home Stager Gave an Industrial NYC Apartment a Softer Touch
BEFORE & AFTER
The goal was to make it more low-profile.
Heather Bien
Feb 15, 2023
B&A: A $30 Mural Brings '80s Vibes to This Personality-Packed Maximalist Bedroom
HOME PROJECTS
"I love color and have been painting faux ‘wallpaper’ all over the house," this homeowner explains.
Sarah Everett
Feb 14, 2023
B&A: This 202-Square-Foot Studio's Chic Redo Was Inspired by an Unlikely Source
Paint and peel-and-stick wallpaper played a major role in this makeover.
Dana McMahan
Feb 13, 2023
B&A: A $200 Paint Project Brings Instant Cheer to a Bland White Dining Area
HOME PROJECTS
This accent wall is pure sunshine.
Sarah Everett
Feb 12, 2023
B&A: A 1936 Fixer-Upper Ramps up the Curb Appeal with a Classic Color Scheme
HOME PROJECTS
Fresh paint brought out the best in this charming old house.
Sarah Everett
Feb 11, 2023
B&A: A 1970s Farmhouse's Kitchen and Bedroom Get a Fresh Cozy-Meets-Modern Redo
The new look is relaxed and inviting — perfect for the growing family that lives there.
Lillian Brown
Feb 10, 2023
B&A: A Cluttered Closet Gets a New, More Organized Life as a Sweet Nursery Nook
HOME PROJECTS
This smart redo is small-space living exemplified.
Sarah Everett
Feb 9, 2023
See How a Stager Brightened Up a Dark Living Area Without Removing Furniture
BEFORE & AFTER
She uncovered the sunny side of a Florida great room.
Kristen Finello
Feb 9, 2023
See How a Pro Organizer Revamps This Messy, Underutilized Closet
It took this pro organizer four hours to get it in order.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 9, 2023
B&A: 3 Budget-Friendly Projects Give This Gray Kitchen Some Much-Needed Pep
HOME PROJECTS
Wait until you see the fridge.
Sarah Everett
Feb 8, 2023
B&A: Thanks to a $750 Redo, This Bathroom Feels "Like Being in the Rainforest"
HOME PROJECTS
In this bathroom, every wall is a feature wall.
Sarah Everett
Feb 7, 2023
B&A: A $450 DIY Accent Wall Project Livens Up a Plain Gray Rental Living Room
HOME PROJECTS
After a few setbacks, this intrepid DIYer figured out how to make her dream accent wall a reality.
Sarah Everett
Feb 6, 2023
B&A: A Lively Refresh Brings out the Best in This Row Home's Beige Living Room
The makeover blends traditional touches with modern embellishments.
Brigitt Earley
Feb 5, 2023
See How a Home Stager Brightened Up This 1960s Ranch to Draw in Buyers
The longtime rental looks airy and bright.
Heather Bien
Feb 5, 2023
B&A: A Scary 120-Year-Old Bathroom Gets a Fresh Yet Timeless Transformation
Bye, green carpet and rusted clawfoot tub.
Dana McMahan
Feb 4, 2023
B&A: An Unfinished Basement's Stylish Redo Has Space for Movies, Games, and More
Dividing this giant room into zones helps make room for family hangouts, entertaining, movie nights, and more.
Lillian Brown
Feb 3, 2023
B&A: A Small NYC Kitchen's $3,600 Redo Offers Smart Takeaways for Renters
HOME PROJECTS
Small-space tips and renter-friendly advice incoming!
Sarah Everett
Feb 2, 2023
See How a Pro Organizer Gives This "Glam Room" a Glow Up
It's now functional, inviting, and stylish.
Shifrah Combiths
Feb 2, 2023
B&A: A $5,000 Redo Turns This Bare Basement into a Functional Laundry Room
The newly made over space is unrecognizable.
Sarah Everett
Feb 1, 2023
B&A: A 25-Square-Foot Bathroom's Redo Features a Smart Layout and Bold Design
HOME PROJECTS
Tiny bathrooms that work well for day-to-day use are the ultimate design feat; this one with a tricky layout sitch was no exception.
Sarah Everett
Jan 31, 2023
B&A: A Dated Kitchen and a Dull Living Room Get a Bright-Yet-Inviting New Look
Modern updates make the home feel fresh, but special details make it feel totally cozy, too.
Lillian Brown
Jan 31, 2023
B&A: 6 DIY Projects Totaling $1,500 Give a "Blank Slate" Bedroom Cozy Character
HOME PROJECTS
Planning ahead was the key in this six-step transformation.
Sarah Everett
Jan 30, 2023
B&A: $1,000 Later, an 18-Square-Foot Bathroom Makes a BIG Style Impact
HOME PROJECTS
This homeowner doesn't shy away from using bold colors in a small space.
Sarah Everett
Jan 28, 2023
B&A: Mismatched Thrifted Nightstands Become a Smart-Looking Duo in a $50 Project
HOME PROJECTS
"Mid-century modern always catches my eye," this furniture flipper says.
Sarah Everett
Jan 27, 2023
6 Kitchens That Will Persuade You to Embrace a Closed Floor Plan
These homes show that it can be worth it to go against the open-at-all-costs trend.
Heather Bien
Jan 27, 2023
5 Ways to Bring The Outdoors In, According to These Plant-Focused Projects
A little greenery goes a long way.
Hillary Jackson
Jan 26, 2023