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The fresh vibe comes courtesy of new wallpaper and some smart DIYs.

The changes make it look more modern and way more spacious, too.

“Our larger coffee table allows ten people to play games together (with room for cocktails or wine),” the renter says of her redesigned space.

Out went the dark paint, and in came a fun mural and fresh wall color.

“I knew this space had the potential to pack a huge design punch,” this DIYer says.

“We have SO much more storage now — we actually have more storage than we need (although I'm sure we'll fill it all eventually)!” this homeowner says.

This dining room kept the classic black-and-white color palette, but everything else is totally new.

The stunning upgrade didn’t sacrifice a single bit of functionality — in fact, it added to it.

There’s a surprise lying underneath the tub’s white finish.

“It looks like completely different people live there now!” this homeowner says.

The new modern farmhouse-style kitchen is filled with natural wood touches.

You’ve heard of mid-century modern, but have you heard of modern-meets-mid-century? This kitchen redo is inspired by the ’60s but fit and functional for the 2020s.

Are entryways the new powder rooms? (Which is to say, the new secret spots to go bold and create a jewel box within your home?) This entryway redo suggests yes!

The before was too empty to feel like someone really lived there.

It’s all in the details!

This tiny studio’s bedroom and living area started out dingy, but with some fresh paint and furniture it’s totally unrecognizable.

It’s inspired by a Stevie Wonder song, y’all!

The color combo makes this kitchen feel extra inviting.

This smart entryway redo is from YouTuber Alexandra Gater’s first book — and she gave Apartment Therapy an exclusive look at the project.

The new space is a grown-up secret clubhouse that goes all-out with bold design.

This home was part of a Sears catalog kit, and many of its original features can be seen in the living room today.

The new kitchen feels a lot more inviting.

See how a blah beige living room gets a glam glow-up that’s both trendy and timeless.

These homeowners “wanted something moody, modern and something no one else had.”

A DIY that's part souvenir and part statement piece.

A family has a place to gather for $300.

Karen Graham didn't want her bathroom to totally lose its past.

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.

This renovation doubled the kitchen size and made the main bathroom feel way bigger, too.

The makeover mixes high and low to create a unique space that doesn't break the bank, the homeowner says.

The extensive renovation project made this kitchen, last touched in the 1990s, more functional for a family.

"Bathrooms love plants, and plants love bathrooms. Get as many in there as can possibly fit!" this homeowner says.

DIYing as much as possible helped keep costs low, and allowed for splurges on bigger ticket items like appliances.

The homeowners thought this space looked "spooky" before, but some strategic design choices helped bring out the best in the original features.

The "after" is total cottagecore inspiration.

Visions of Paris inspired this cozy makeover.

The kitchen and home office both incorporate coastal elements in this sophisticated makeover.

Lots of DIY and plenty of resourcefulness helped keep costs down in this 2000s builder-grade bathroom makeover.

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

The guest bathroom in this Victorian-era home said goodbye to its wild carpet and hello to statement-making tile.

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

Paint and peel-and-stick wallpaper played a major role in this makeover.

This accent wall is pure sunshine.

The new look is relaxed and inviting — perfect for the growing family that lives there.

Bye, green carpet and rusted clawfoot tub.

Dividing this giant room into zones helps make room for family hangouts, entertaining, movie nights, and more.

Small-space tips and renter-friendly advice incoming!

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.

Modern updates make the home feel fresh, but special details make it feel totally cozy, too.

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.

A bold paint color paired with vintage finds gave this once-bland space a luxurious new life.

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

This budget-friendly overhaul features a few smart tricks worth making note of.

The new look blends contemporary fixtures with vintage touches.

"As renters sometimes we feel powerless to improve our spaces," this apartment dweller says. She and her husband (and their landlord) came up with some quick fixes for this once-dated kitchen.

The design takeaways here? Traditional doesn't mean "boring," and small spaces do not have to be exempt from big, bold design choices.

The new space is gorgeous — but it's plenty practical, too.

Want great sleep in 2023? It might be time for a bedroom upgrade. Let these 10 amazing transformations give you the inspiration to get started.

Maximalists, this one's for you.

These living room redos will inspire you to take another look at your own space.

This might be your new favorite color combo.

Bold wallpaper? Quirky vintage tile? Spa-like atmosphere? These bathrooms have it all.

We saw a lot of kitchen makeovers this year, but these 10 are among our very favorites for their clever design tricks, cool color schemes, and impressive DIYs.

This pro restorer used historic photos to help revive his 1960s aluminum trailer.

Before, the homeowner wasn't loving the color or the layout. But after, "words can't describe how beautiful the light is in the morning," she says.

"This kid's room was pretty boring for my boys' huge imagination," this mom and DIYer says of the plain before — so she gave it a redo fit for their personalities.