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It’s official: Stripe girl summer is continuing into fall.

Before, this homeowner never wanted to work in this office. Now, it’s one of her favorite places to start the day.

This historic living room redo shows off the room’s best features.

The “after” features an unexpected trio of colors that work together swimmingly.

“You don’t have to spend a fortune to make an impact,” this DIYer says.

The "after" is twice as bright.

Not to mention, he wallpaper is stunning.

I’ve always loved artist Peter Bliss’ vintage floral lamps, and I sought to make my own DIY version.

The DIY headboard is so clever.

“I love the green and pink color palette,” the homeowner says on Instagram. “In fact, I’d it picked out loooong before we ever got the keys to this house.”

It's perfect for maximalists!

“It’s a real showstopping space,” the homeowner says of the “after.”

This drop spot is better suited to the homeowner’s needs — and looks way more beautiful, too.

Little touches like the wood slats, swirly marbles, and the steam feature in the shower were inspired by Scandinavian spas.

The end result? “A relaxation sunroom.”

The new shower is ahh-inspiring.

Consider this one way to interpret expensive wallpaper. The after is unrecognizable.

Paint and trim completely revitalized this free Facebook Marketplace score.

“It's so much brighter and more spacious,” the homeowner says of the “after.”

Now, I have a dramatic entrance to my home — and a space that friends stop and ask about as soon as they walk in.

It’s a go-to hangout spot.

This apartment dweller was envisioning something more spacious and spa-like.

Plus color and pattern galore!

This renter made big use of her small square footage.

And the paint color is a must-see.

“It feels like one big room now,” this homeowner says. Before, the 1977 kitchen felt cramped.

This project made one of the biggest differences in the whole house, and it only cost $53.

“Be very gentle with old homes,” this designer says. But that doesn’t mean you can’t go bold with paint!

The IKEA hack took 120 small wooden pieces!

If you want a chic arched cabinet without having to pay big bucks for it, check out this playroom’s cool IKEA hack.

It’s now cleverly divided into spaces for dining, lounging, gardening, and more.

Paint did a lot of heavy lifting here.

The homeowner was looking to optimize every corner of the kitchen.

The after is pure sunshine.

The “after” has “Tulum-inspired, upscale hotel vibes."

“I wanted the room to feel like a weekend getaway when my guests come to stay,” the homeowner says.

It makes a bold statement in a small apartment.

The living room was missing something crucial.

It’s “cozy, pretty, and personalized,” the homeowner says.

I’d call my aesthetic “art gallery in the woods.”

The floors are a must-see!

“Everything is basically a box, so if you can build a box, you can build this,” this DIYer says.

“The day I toured the place, I made a mental note that this little alcove would be perfect for built-in shelves to showcase my book collection, and the rest is history!” the renter says.

“I wanted a relaxing place to unwind and enjoy caring for my plants while drinking coffee and listening to music,” the DIYer says.

This apartment owner used the spacious loft living room as their bedroom. The more space (and color!) the better.

The “after” is so dreamy and lush.

See how this condo kitchen gets a sleek upgrade for a little over $7,000. Cabinet paint makes a major difference.

It’s the perfect work-from-home and welcome-home spot.

It looks so much brighter.

There’s a lot of potential in even the most awkward of spaces.

The lounger DIY project is so smart.

This 1941 home’s sunroom has seen lots of tenants — and lots of grime buildup — over the years. Here’s how two renters made it their own.