DIY Home Projects

While it’s extremely beautiful as-is, it didn’t match the lavender theme I had going on with my other chairs, and it smelled really bad.

It's an extension of the home.

When interior designer Sophia Boccard’s (@35agave) uncle passed away in 2015, his house, which is located in Mazatlán, Mexico, sat empty for a few years. That is, until she and her husband, Socrates Figueroa, owners of 35 Agave Co., bought it and set out to reimagine the home — including the kitchen. But first, they renamed the house (like they do with all of their properties) to Casa Justinanio in honor of her uncle.

The tile feature wall adds drama.

This floating shelf is a favorite for a reason!

Storage meets style in this IKEA makeover.

This multipurpose piece has major hack potential!

“It’s mega-simple and is a really fun quick upcycle,” the DIYer says.

When dreamy closet doors were out of budget for these homeowners, they created their own.

This DIYer has great advice for budgeting for a reno.

Your clothing storage can be a work of art, and these stylish redos prove it.

Turns out, tuning your living room into a cozy oasis doesn't require any paint.

See how a lime wash accent wall and new light fixtures, plus new furniture and styling, take a bedroom from so-so to so thoughtful.

It feels so much larger.

It’s the best weather of the year, so why not create a space where you can enjoy it?

And for under $1,000!

It’s an ombre work of art!

Plus, read all the ways I kept my kitchen remodel costs low.

This one-wall redo will have you ready to whip out your roller and paint brush.

“Facebook was 100% instrumental in this project,” this DIYer says of her ultra-budget-savvy project.

It’s a practical statement piece now.

It’s official: Stripe girl summer is continuing into fall.

Before, this homeowner never wanted to work in this office. Now, it’s one of her favorite places to start the day.

I’m 5-foot-2, and this wallpaper trick for tall ceilings made my life so much easier.

This historic living room redo shows off the room’s best features.

Paint made the biggest difference in this 128-square-foot kitchen.

The “after” features an unexpected trio of colors that work together swimmingly.

“You don’t have to spend a fortune to make an impact,” this DIYer says.

The "after" is twice as bright.

Not to mention, he wallpaper is stunning.

I’ve always loved artist Peter Bliss’ vintage floral lamps, and I sought to make my own DIY version.

The new headboard transforms the look of the whole room.

There are countless shades of pink.

The DIY headboard is so clever.

“I love the green and pink color palette,” the homeowner says on Instagram. “In fact, I’d it picked out loooong before we ever got the keys to this house.”

It’s one of the easiest methods.

The goal was to take the bedroom from "overbearing" to a light-filled space.

It's perfect for maximalists!

“It’s a real showstopping space,” the homeowner says of the “after.”

It costs less than $10!

This drop spot is better suited to the homeowner’s needs — and looks way more beautiful, too.

You might be surprised at which is which.

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

“I love that it feels old, charming, and lived-in — even though it isn’t that old,” the DIYer says.

The end result? “A relaxation sunroom.”

This project transforms your space — if you do it right, that is. Here's what you need to know.

Consider this one way to interpret expensive wallpaper. The after is unrecognizable.

Paint and trim completely revitalized this free Facebook Marketplace score.

Now, I have a dramatic entrance to my home — and a space that friends stop and ask about as soon as they walk in.

It’s a go-to hangout spot.

Plus color and pattern galore!

The pink kitchen cabinets are stunning — and it took over 10 paint colors to land on just the right shade.

It looks totally custom.

This renter made big use of her small square footage.

Craving a place you can curl up with a good book? Let these redos inspire you.

And the paint color is a must-see.

The whole project cost just $100.

“It feels like one big room now,” this homeowner says. Before, the 1977 kitchen felt cramped.

Feeling like you just can’t get the super-smooth finish of your dreams? The pros are here to help.

This project made one of the biggest differences in the whole house, and it only cost $53.

The IKEA hack took 120 small wooden pieces!

If you want a chic arched cabinet without having to pay big bucks for it, check out this playroom’s cool IKEA hack.

This DIYer’s only regret? Not doing her IKEA hack sooner.

This one’s for all the solo project tacklers out there! Read this DIYer’s advice for getting a job done as a party of one.

The couple completed every part of the renovation themselves.

Paint did a lot of heavy lifting here.

The homeowner was looking to optimize every corner of the kitchen.