DIY Home Projects

A less-than-exciting fireplace became a bold focal point.

I'm so glad I found it.

It's not just an upcycle — it's a *glow-up*-cycle.

It's an easy DIY, and the result is eggsactly what you need.

Updating the surroundings allowed the bathroom's retro charm to come through.

"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.

Paint, tile, and new seating are a winning combo in this cozy cabin living room.

Get inspired by these kitchen cabinets, which range from barely-there light ash wood to rich walnut tones.

The solution is probably already in your craft closet.

The headboard is a highlight, but this redo is simply packed with clever DIYs and hacks.

These projects are all beginner-friendly, and some take mere minutes to pull off.

"It looks just like marble!"

These DIYs help create designated spaces for everything in your life.

"I love color and have been painting faux ‘wallpaper’ all over the house," this homeowner explains.

You'll need a paper template, painter's tape, and a little patience.

And you're going to want one.

You can fill a whole wall.

This accent wall is pure sunshine.

A perfect, last minute gift

Fairytale home library? Yes, please.

Whether you hate it or love it, open shelving in kitchens has proven to be a trend with staying power.

This smart redo is small-space living exemplified.

Take a lesson from my reno missteps.

Miscellaneous storage has never looked more beautiful.

Wait until you see the fridge.

It looks like an elegant nook, and not a laundry area.

In this bathroom, every wall is a feature wall.

It's so easy, it'll make you say, “Why didn’t I think of that sooner?”

Find yourself a new favorite spot in your house.

After a few setbacks, this intrepid DIYer figured out how to make her dream accent wall a reality.

These things are just taking up precious room in your home. Here's how to toss them guilt-free.

That old world charm is just a few DIY days away.

“Great example of how oak works if done right.”

The makeover blends traditional touches with modern embellishments.

Small-space tips and renter-friendly advice incoming!

The newly made over space is unrecognizable.

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.

Planning ahead was the key in this six-step transformation.

Who is Gustaf Westman and why is his serveware trending on TikTok?

This homeowner doesn't shy away from using bold colors in a small space.

"Mid-century modern always catches my eye," this furniture flipper says.

No matter how small your kitchen, it still has big potential.

This tool takes a lot of the sweat out of sweat equity.

"I know this isn’t everyone’s style, but I just knew I wanted to do something different," this DIYer says. "I love that it’s such a statement piece for my guest bedroom. I wanted something bright and happy and a one-of-a-kind piece. I really do think I achieved that."

"I'm proud that the space looks more expensive than it was to transform," this DIYer says.

The incredibly adorable DIY shaped door pulls by Kaitlin of Room in Bloom NYC are the perfect example of how to extend your personality into your home AND create a one-of-a-kind-space.

This hack features an affordable DIY material you'll want to add to cart.

A brown bathroom from 1984 gets a major glow up full of on-trend details like green-painted built-ins, fluted wood, and more.

This dining room bar feature goes from too-small to totally grand.

Fill up a gallery wall or create a giant statement piece without breaking the bank.

"I'm lucky to have some amazing original features, like an exposed brick wall and cast-iron columns, and the doors felt really out of place," this apartment owner says of her dated interior doors.

Because of their limited square footage, these renters didn't want to bring in baby stuff for the sake of stuff. Maximizing vertical space was key, and they did this by way of wall-mounted book racks, a hanging clothes rack, and floating shelves to hold baby care essentials.

That dark academia look is just a spray and a brush away.

Big light, be gone.

These homeowners transformed their living room in a week, thanks to the deadline of hosting family the following weekend. But the space has served them well past their hosting duties.

Want to be more organized in 2023? This project is for you.

These new releases are some of the best IKEA has to offer in terms of affordability, practicality, and hack potential.

Glass markers, anyone?

Bold wallpaper + unique lighting + a statement furniture piece is a winning design formula.

And it's completely reversible if the DIYer chooses to go back to an all-black TV.

When this homeowner's dream media cabinet was out of stock (and $5,000) she hacked her old IKEA BESTA to get the look she was after.

Even better: You can pull it off in under an hour.

This kid's room makes a total 180 thanks to bright new paint and new decor.