Renovating & Remodeling Skills & How Tos

Don't make the same mistakes Walter and Anna did.

A cool new media console + room-brightening details = one gorgeous living room.

The new tile in the bathroom looks like it's always been there.

Before, it was barely able to fit one person. Now, it can seat plenty of guests.

"It didn’t take a lot of effort to create such a noticeable change," this homeowner, pro organizer, and near-constant laundry-doer says.

While one-of-a-kind, wood-burning fireplaces bring undeniable warmth to a room, fake fireplaces can bring just as much ambiance – just in different ways. Of course, some faux fireplaces are downright drab, but with the proper DIY skills, the mantel can become the stand-out piece of your living room.

Renovations are hard already, but when you don't have an extra room to retreat to? Well, that's especially tough. Here's how to make it work.

A layout tweak and a big color change totally transform this kitchen.

Updated surroundings give the existing fixtures a lot more shine.

Want to move projects from "to do" to "done"? These six tips will help you pull it off.

You don't have to suck it up and live in a new space you hate. Here's what the pros advise if you're feeling lukewarm on your choices mid-renovation.

Need more before and afters in your IG feed? Look no further.

Small touches, like a brass sconce and gold mantel mirror, create the perfect blend of vintage and modern.

These are the home makeovers that surprised, inspired, and delighted Apartment Therapy staffers.

The basement is now home to a TV and gaming area, a ping-pong zone, a workout corner, and a utility room.

The result is beautiful, bright, and airy — and has enough space for two people to cook at the same time.

Days, weeks, and months later, here's how these five DIYers feel about their home makeovers.

These makeovers will inspire you to pick up a paintbrush in 2022.

This hard-working space deserves a little design love, too.

These 10 entryway makeovers will inspire you to look at your home with fresh eyes.

The natural wood shines in its new surroundings.

These homeowners and renters employed changes big and small to create their dream bathrooms.

These 10 bedroom makeovers impressed editors the most this year.

The designer-homeowner used a pop of color in an unexpected place.

These creative makeovers were seriously inspiring.

Wooden furniture, gold hardware, and warm tones galore!

Real estate agents say you only have to take on one particular project if you want your space to immediately feel bigger.

The reno makes everything look bigger and brighter, but still has mid-century charm fitting of a mid-century house.

The redo turned a "meh" sleep space into a dreamy retreat.

Real estate expert Lauren Risley calls it “The Anchor Problem” when a client is stuck emotionally in a home that is no longer serving their needs.

The new space has enough room for two islands. Yes, two!

The kitchen moved rooms entirely, and also checked off each of the homeowners' specific requirements.

These renovations could make or break the bank.

It went from overwhelmingly blue to a cool and modern green, black, and white.

The new space feels lots bigger, even though it's the same size as before.

The remodeled bathroom features a few small-space tricks you'll want to borrow.

After years of neglect, one couple gave this 1958 trailer the TLC it needed.

This porch is lighter, brighter, and better than ever.

These jaw-dropping renos bring all the good kind of drama.

And more stylish! The blue and white DIY tile is a must-see.

Ordering takeout every night can add up, but these tricks can help you keep costs low.

This airy, spacious redo will win over even open concept skeptics.

You can't always just jump ship and head to a hotel. Here's how to keep living life around your reno, even if it's for the long haul.

The space features glimpses of the original brick, which runs three layers deep.

This ambitious overhaul took seven months and came with a $185,000 price tag.

The original kitchen was an incohesive mash-up of black granite countertops, poorly painted white cabinets, brushed nickel hardware, and several shades of beige.

It all comes together with the perfect pink peel-and-stick wallpaper.