Before After

“There was nothing interesting about the room at all,” the homeowner says of the “Before.”

These luxe-but-lived-in bookshelves from real homes totally nail the “bookshelf wealth” trend.

My boyfriend wanted to go bold in wallpaper and in color. I wanted a wild toilet. We both got what we wanted.

This one’s for all those with Pinterest boards full of paint colors.

You won’t believe how much a can of paint can transform a space.

“The cloffice makes me feel like I'm on Sex and the City!” the DIYer says.

I got my inspiration from a trip to Paris (and an ordinary stroll to get coffee).

Plus find 13 more brilliant small bathroom makeovers.

The “movie theater or bowling alley” carpeting didn’t go — it provided bold inspo.

The "after" looks so different that you'd never guess it's renter-friendly.

The overall footprint is still the same, but the “after” feels like a much taller space.

The after is “a really unique design and a real focal point” in the approximately 50-square-foot space.

All of the DIY projects totaled $1,115

“I loved the practicality and shape of the dressing table, but everyone on Instagram seemed to have the same one!” this DIYer says.

The renter picked colors she wouldn't get sick of.

And the entire project only cost $60. Talk about budget-savvy!

If you’re looking for playful, vibrant inspo for your space, this is it.

The new color combo is unexpected, but it totally works.

This addition was one of the best parts of the apartment renovation!

“The room has a focal point,” the homeowner says of the “after.”

The paint projects were inspired by the work of two artists, and they add color, pattern, and whimsy.

“I did it all by hand with a small paintbrush, and it gives my home a homemade quality,” the DIYer says.

The “after” makes 300 square feet feel massive, thanks to smart cabinetry, color choices, and more.

I went bold with wallpaper — and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Fear not: The beautiful vintage fireplace stayed!

This impressive transformation happened in stages.

“I am a firm believer in making small spaces make a big impact,” the homeowner says. “I think I achieved that here.”

These homeowners decided to “un-flip” their 1956 home’s stunning original features.

The secret lies in color drenching.

The welcoming entryway is now infused with the homeowner’s personality.

And she got her mirror from Sam's Club!

The new look still honors the room’s mid-century roots and now feels like “a cozy den.”

You’ll want to save these for all your 2024 projects.

I knew there was something beautiful waiting to be revealed.

It had been vacant for nearly a decade before the current homeowners moved in.

This maximalist living room has maximum joy.

The countertop glow-up is unbelievable.

You can hang clothes from a floating shelf!

And the closet doors are a work of art!

Apartment Therapy editors can’t stop gushing about these paint colors — so naturally, we had to share.

The homeowners wanted “something brave,” and the designer they worked with delivered.

There are ideas for renters and homeowners alike — and ideas for every design style.

Sometimes, simplicity is key.

One takeaway here? You can use paint on more than just the walls.

These bedrooms cover every style, from soothing and serene to vibrant and energizing.

“I'm surprised by how fundamentally different the space looks — and the ability to get there without spending thousands and thousands of dollars,” this renter says.

The after looks so luxe that the family has taken to calling it “the parlor.”

One big theme this year? Ditching *dated* but embracing *vintage.*

And the change was mostly made with paint!

The new “garage” is super cool and super reversible.

Paint might not be a power tool, but it is a *powerful* tool.

In a year full of incredible kitchen projects, these stood out as the very best.

Each square of the new black-and-white floor was individually painted.

A color change makes a big difference.

These hacks hit almost every room.

It went from “an uncomfortable beige box” to technicolored and oh-so clever.

It’s the perfect complement to navy.

It’s possible to do a transformation as a memorable family project.

The new paint colors were inspired by the sun.

Before, the cabinets, floors, and counters in this kitchen were “way too brown,” the homeowner says.

The homeowners say it “feels like a bedroom” for the first time since it was built.

Fun and functional!

There's now a dash of color in an unexpected spot.

Stylish minimalism inspo ahead.

Best yet, the upgrades only cost $1,000.

The white paint was a game-changer.

These walls didn’t get toned down — they got turned way, way up.

The new mantel is an eye-catching upgrade.