Office Home Projects

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

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

It’s the perfect complement to navy.

“The new space makes me want to curl up with a book and sip on some coffee,” the homeowner says.

No one works best in a boring, uninspiring space. But it’s a myth that a beautiful workspace takes a wad of cash. In fact, a simple trip to IKEA (along with our list of amazing IKEA desk hacks) can equip you with everything you need to create an incredible office that’s both comfortable and practical.

“I’d say 75% of this room project was just painting,” the homeowner says.

“You don't always have to renovate a space to make it look pretty,” this homeowner says.

Now, it’s a groovy space for hosting friends.

Opening up a wall made a big difference here.

DIY cabinets help keep the whole family organized.

The project is practical, sure, but it also brings some personality to what this DIYer calls her “cookie-cutter townhouse.”

The attic had some great features, like built-in wall storage and a big window, but it also had some bad ones — like the moldy carpet and an obtrusive column. Here’s how a DIYer made it all work.

The paint color? Red-orange. The paint location? Read to find out!

“Simply painting a room a bold color can completely transform it,” the designer says.

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

“Cloffices” aren’t just for adults.

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

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

“I always love the look of an office when you enter the room and see a grand executive desk and a feature point behind it,” one DIYer says, and last year, she and several others made a feature out of green paint and built-in shelves. Scroll through their projects for some DIY inspiration for the new year.

When this DIYer's kids outgrew their bedroom and moved into a bigger one, she wanted to give the space that they left behind a new, more sophisticated look.

Paint plus a little woodwork totally transform this once-uninspiring space.

This DIY is popular for good reason! The stylish "after" is a far cry from the cluttered "before."

A few simple but impactful changes make this room sing.

After a pricey quote from professionals, this homeowner looked to removing the popcorn ceilings herself but didn't want the mess. Here's how she transformed the ceiling instead.

This is a pearl of wisdom that I received years ago and wanted to bring back right now. When in need of a really simple, nice, natural material desk, use IKEA butcherblock countertop (which is cuttable, sandable, stainable and paintable) and some cool legs (like the Vika Inge style seen here, which has been replaced with Vika Runtorp).

"There's nothing like that instant gratification feeling of completing a project like this over a weekend," this YouTuber and DIYer says of her two-day project.

The before was nice, but the after? It's a real stunner.

Space-defining DIYs and savvy secondhand shopping went a long way in this redo.

Centered on a mural inspired by Lenny Kravitiz's home!

A four-month DIY project helped turn a messy, ineffective closet into a practical vintage-inspired home office.

"I have space to store items rather than having them out in the open," this homeowner says of her "after." "Overall it’s a lighter and brighter space."

"The only thing we would do differently is doing it earlier," these homeowners say of their DIY project. "It has really made the space feel purposeful."

A few smart details make these built-ins look totally luxe (even though they were DIY)!

The before? Boring and a little dysfunctional. The after? A dream combo of stylish and practical.

This complete basement overhaul was a three-year labor of love.

A painted fireplace, DIY slat wall, fresh paint, and a DIY ottoman really make this gathering space sing. Now, you can't even tell it's a basement.

This closet redo makes a space for everything.

The DIY redo includes practical features like desk space, storage, and even a new set of doors.

Paint, furniture, and accessories turned a blank box into a warm, boho home office.

This basement went from "cold, dated, dark, and dreary" to "light, bright, stylish living area."

This cheerful desk redo came together in just a few steps.

And it's proof that IKEA can look luxe.

"One of my biggest pet peeves when it comes to interior design is not utilizing perfectly good space!" this DIYer says. This project leaves no usable inch untouched.

Clever storage solutions give what was once a guest bedroom ample space for work AND sleep.

It's still completely functional for the family, but now with lots more luxe style.

From the cushy seating to the warm color palette, every part of this new hangout spot is inviting.

A weeklong project created by best friends.

"There is life after the boob light," this DIYer says — and there's proof in her super contemporary, streamlined "after."