Before & After Home Makeovers

Before & Afters: Home Makeovers & Remodels

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Before and After: A Tiny Terrace Gets a Luxe DIY Checkerboard Upgrade

Style

Thanks to checkerboard floors and faux plants.

Sarah Lyon

Apr 22, 2023

B&A: A Plain Spare Room Transforms into a “Disco Cocoon” Media Lounge

Home Projects

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

Kelly Dawson

Apr 21, 2023

B&A: A “Dark and Dingy” 1990s Bathroom Brightens Up with a $4,000 Redo

This reno only took five days.

Kelly Dawson

Apr 20, 2023

See How This Pro Organizer Brings Organization to This Work Closet

Organize & Clean

This unconventional closet is full of inspiration.

Shifrah Combiths

Apr 20, 2023

B&A: This Chic Kitchen Redo Is a Prime Example of How to Renovate in Stages

“Since this was my first place I owned, I wanted to make the entire space feel like me,” this condo dweller says.

Sarah Everett

Apr 19, 2023

B&A: A 1924 Sears Kit Living Room Gets a Respectful Redo Full of Charm

Home Projects

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

Sarah Everett

Apr 18, 2023

B&A: A Daring Paint Job and Fresh Tile Revive This Tiny, Tired Kitchen

Home Projects

The new kitchen feels a lot more inviting.

Dana McMahan

Apr 17, 2023

Before and After: This Home’s DIY Garage-Turned-Bedroom Transformation Is Great

Lifestyle blogger Jessica Kirby and her partner, Craig Mackay, did all the renovations themselves on this house in Rhode Island, and they had a very small budget. But they maximized their efforts "by spending on materials instead of labor. Our house is small and it’s an open layout, but we managed to make it feel spacious and still cozy."

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Apr 17, 2023

B&A: A 1930s Kitchen Gets an Easy “In-the-Meantime” Refresh for $200

Home Projects

“The budget for this kitchen refresh was really to spend as little as possible,” this DIYer says.

Sarah Everett

Apr 16, 2023

Before and After: An Underused Dining Room Becomes a Designer’s Chic Home Office

Style

Featuring an IKEA sofa, Urban Outfitters furniture, and plenty of stunning vintage pieces.

Danielle Blundell

Apr 16, 2023

See How a Stager Turned a Basic Gray Living Room into a Cheery Hangout

REAL ESTATE

It went from builder-grade to family-friendly.

Kristen Finello

Apr 16, 2023

B&A: $330 and a Lucky Find Later, a Once-Filthy Balcony Looks Brand New

Home Projects

“This is the first time I'm living in an apartment with a balcony, so that was very exciting,” this renter says.

Sarah Everett

Apr 15, 2023

B&A: This $630 Bathroom Redo Has the Coolest Trim We’ve Ever Seen

Home Projects

“It was as boring as a room could possibly be,” this homeowner says of the “before.” The “after” is the complete opposite.

Sarah Everett

Apr 14, 2023

Before and After: A Poorly Laid Out Apartment's Colorful, Clever Reno Is Amazing

"As soon as my husband and I got the keys, we began the hard work," begins Justine Guillermou, the founder of Rainbow Shaker, who specializes in "playful, offbeat," and "anti-gloom" designs. "We did everything ourselves from A to Z, except for the plumbing and electricity."

Adrienne Breaux

Apr 14, 2023

B&A: A Money-Saving Paint Mural Adds Color and Whimsy to a Kid’s Room

Home Projects

“This makeover made me realize I’m way more into paint than power tools,” this DIYer says.

Sarah Everett

Apr 13, 2023

B&A: I Hacked an IKEA PAX System into a Storage Vanity for Less than $1,000

Organize & Clean

My bedroom has never looked so polished, chic, and, most importantly, clutter-free!

Lily Zacharias

Apr 13, 2023

Before and After: A 1980s Living Room’s Redo Makes Dated Mirror Walls Look Fresh

Home Projects

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

Sarah Everett

Apr 12, 2023

B&A: This Blah Bathroom’s $93 Redo Uses Paint in an Unexpected Way

Home Projects

This DIYer came up with a clever money-saving hack for getting the look of lime washed walls.

Megan Baker

Apr 11, 2023

B&A: A Bare Dining Room Gets a Big Jolt of Energy with a Little Paint Project

Home Projects

Vintage furniture and a fresh light fixture help, too.

Megan Baker

Apr 10, 2023

See How a Home Stager Turned a Sparse Loft into a Sophisticated Space

Real Estate

It went from “college bohemian” to sleek city co-op.

Heather Bien

Apr 10, 2023

B&A: An 1982 Trailer Looks Unrecognizable After a $500 — Yes, Really! — Refresh

Home Projects

Nope, we didn’t drop a zero on that total cost. Budget-friendly DIYs were the key to this dramatic transformation.

Sarah Everett

Apr 9, 2023

B&A: 5 DIYs Turned My Bare Patio into a Cozy Outdoor Living Area for Under $1000

Home Projects

I’ve always loved the concept of having seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces — and a few weekends worth of DIYs helped me make my own.

Juliana DeMarici

Apr 8, 2023

Before & After: An IKEA Hack Turns a Dated Kitchen into a Stunning Space

Style

This kitchen is seriously unrecognizable but still fits in with the rest of the home.

Danielle Blundell

Apr 8, 2023

Before and After: A Rental Kitchen Keeps Its 1960s Cabinets in This $600 Refresh

Home Projects

“I plan to stay in this place for some time, so the effort put in is worth it,” this renter says. His (totally removable!) updates cost $600.

Sarah Everett

Apr 7, 2023

B&A: Peel-and-Stick Products Turn a Bland Fireplace into a Colorful Focal Point

Home Projects

Wallpaper, tile, and a new mantel take this fireplace from a blank slate to a bespoke and character-filled feature.

Sarah Everett

Apr 6, 2023

B&A: This Small Pantry Is All Cleaned Up with a Simple-yet-Effective Update

Organize & Clean

It took some decluttering, decanting, and organizing to whip up this nice and neat pantry.

Shifrah Combiths

Apr 6, 2023

B&A: This $6,000 Bathroom Redo Blends High-End Details and Budget-Friendly DIYs

Home Projects

This bathroom is a colorful, eclectic mix of high-end pieces and secondhand upcycles.

Sarah Everett

Apr 5, 2023

B&A: Custom Wall-Mount Shelves Turn a Reading Corner into a Bookworm’s Fantasy

HOME PROJECTS

“I love having my books all together on the wall; it really feels like a feature in the room instead of an afterthought,” this DIYer says. This one’s for the bookworms out there!

Sarah Everett

Apr 4, 2023

B&A: A Geometric Wood Accent Wall Livens Up a Blank White Living Room for $450

Home Projects

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

Sarah Everett

Apr 3, 2023

See How a Stager Turned a One-Bedroom Bachelor Pad into a Hip Two-Bedroom Home

BEFORE & AFTER

The $20k project boosted the condo’s value by $100k.

Kristen Finello

Apr 3, 2023

B&A: This Bedroom Redo Ditches the Headboard for a Dramatic Botanical Mural

HOME PROJECTS

"In my opinion, there is no right or wrong way to style your space," this homeowner says. "As long as it brings you joy, it's functional, and it showcases your personality, then it's perfect! Your home is an outward expression of your vibe!"

Sarah Everett

Apr 2, 2023

B&A: This 1955 Bathroom's $5,000 Gut Reno Reveals a Hidden Treasure

This DIYer "cried real (happy) tears" when she made the discovery during the demo process.

Megan Baker

Mar 31, 2023

B&A: A Bland '90s Kitchen Gets a Character-Packed DIY Redo for $7,000

The new cook space isn't just beautiful — its reimagined layout makes it more functional, too.

Megan Baker

Mar 30, 2023

Before and After: A Primary Bedroom's 1970s Style Returns With a Sunset Mural

Now the space has a groovy, bohemian backdrop.

Heather Bien

Mar 29, 2023

B&A: A Decrepit Gazebo Looks Completely Unrecognizable After a $600 Makeover

Paula Bishir-Jensen made her gazebo safer and so much more sophisticated.

Brigitt Earley

Mar 28, 2023

See How a Pro Organizer Gave This Cluttered Pantry a New Life

Organize & Clean

It required $100 worth of supplies.

Shifrah Combiths

Mar 28, 2023

B&A: A $500 Bathroom Reno Roots Existing Features in a Sentimental Design

It’s all thanks to wallpaper and gilded accessories.

Brigitt Earley

Mar 27, 2023

Before and After: A Gray-on-Gray Bathroom Gets a Bright Facelift for Just $200

Style

No major renovations needed.

Cori Sears

Mar 27, 2023

B&A: A Massive 1970s Hutch Gets an Airy Upgrade Courtesy of a Clever IKEA Hack

A mid-century piece became a modern and functional "flo-denza."

Heather Bien

Mar 26, 2023

B&A: A Bland Entryway’s $750 Transformation Features Colorful Tiles From Travel

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

Meg St-Esprit

Mar 25, 2023

B&A: A Neglected Backyard Corner Is Transformed By Paint and a Pergola for $400

A DIYer built her own pergola to get the oasis of her dreams.

Meg St-Esprit

Mar 24, 2023

B&A: A Group of Friends Turn a Wall Into a "Monet Meets Pollock" Work of Art

This DIY is perfect for art lovers on a budget.

Lilian Tanner

Mar 23, 2023

B&A: A Custom Banquette Makes This Tiny Dining Nook Breakfast-Ready

HOME PROJECTS

A family has a place to gather for $300.

Sarah Everett

Mar 22, 2023

B&A: A Mid-Century Modern Bathroom Gets a Facelift, But Keeps Its Blue Tub

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

Meg St-Esprit

Mar 21, 2023

B&A: A $300 Bedroom Redo Full of Smart DIYs, Like an Under-$50 Headboard Hack

The whole redo is packed with small, smart changes that make a big difference.

Sarah Everett

Mar 21, 2023

B&A: Solid Oak Heirlooms Are Refreshed With a Modern Touch for $100

This is what one DIYer did with her inheritance.

Meg St-Esprit

Mar 20, 2023

See How a Home Stager Turned a Neglected ‘80s Home into a Comfy, Modern Oasis

The formerly stale listing received multiple offers after this transformation.

Kristen Finello

Mar 20, 2023

B&A: 5 Budget-Savvy Paint Projects Give This Decades-Old Kitchen a New Life

HOME PROJECTS

"Never underestimate the power of paint!" this homeowner says of her paint projects — including her countertops which look unrecognizable after a $125 project.

Sarah Everett

Mar 19, 2023

B&A: A $60 Redo Gives This Plain IKEA MALM Dresser a High-End Custom Look

HOME PROJECTS

Looking to paint IKEA furniture? Get this DIYer's tips first.

Sarah Everett

Mar 18, 2023

B&A: A Builder-Grade Condo Bathroom Goes from "Shabby" to Chic in a $10,000 Redo

HOME PROJECTS

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.

Sarah Everett

Mar 17, 2023

B&A: A Charming $120 IKEA BILLY Facelift Makes for an Ideal First Furniture Flip

HOME PROJECTS

You'd never know it was this DIYer's first-ever furniture flip based on how sophisticated the "after" looks! Read for tons of great beginner-friendly advice.

Sarah Everett

Mar 16, 2023

See How Real Estate Pros Flipped a “Blank Box” House Back into a 1920s Charmer

The 940-square-foot home now flaunts period details.

Heather Bien

Mar 16, 2023

B&A: This Eclectic $5,000 Bedroom Redo is a Master Class in Pattern Mixing

HOME PROJECTS

"Pattern and color are not my usual comfort zone, but I found myself really inspired by spaces that use a lot of pattern play and color," this homeowner says — and several of the prints in the space are totally shoppable.

Sarah Everett

Mar 15, 2023

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

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

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: $1,200 Later, a Stuck-in-the-'80s Living Room Has a Vibrant New Look

HOME PROJECTS

Before, the living room had a faux brick fireplace, a textured ceiling, and "awful '80s patterned carpet." The after is unrecognizably luxe while honoring the features the homeowners *did* like before.

Sarah Everett

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

Mar 10, 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 9, 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

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