Kitchen Home Projects

The landlord actually reimbursed the renters for the new hardware they picked — it looked THAT good.

The homeowners were specifically looking for something dated that they could redo, and the “before” totally fits the bill.

This kitchen went from brown, white, and dated to brown, white, and totally modern.

There's a reason why IKEA is a go-to for kitchen renos among designers and DIYers alike.

The “after” feels fresh and lively.

These pro-approved tips are perfect for renters.

The after is industrial, but not too industrial.

The footprint stayed the same, but the “after” looks so luxe.

Plus, a can’t-miss step if you want your tiles to last.

“Oppenheimer to Barbie transformation,” wrote one commenter.

“Why are the simplest of designs also the most brilliant?”

"I was nail-biting ‘til the end. Had I gone too far?”

In just a couple of hours, you can give yourself added kitchen storage and make great use of what was once wasted space.

When it comes to backsplashes, there are options beyond options—neutral options, colorful options, clean options, and bold options.

The custom pet owner-approved add-ins are beyond luxurious.

And it looks amazing.

It’s saving their backs, arms, and hands on grocery day.

Before, the fruit tiles, tan color scheme, and melamine cabinets were straight out of 1985.

Now, the DIYer says the kitchen “feels like walking into a giant hug.”

With a stylish solution for the existing wood cabinets!

This homeowner’s vision for her kitchen? “A classic farmhouse oasis.”

Plus, this first-time cabinet painter has some great DIY tips for getting the job done.

It’s like how people in movies hide their safes, but honestly so much more practical.

The homeowners kept costs down for this full renovation by using some clever workarounds.

Are you guilty of any of these?

Kitchen tile doesn’t have to be boring.

Because the DIYers already owned the plywood and the base of the bench, the project was basically free.

“It feels magical.”

The new modern farmhouse-style kitchen is filled with natural wood touches.

This tiny A-frame kitchen’s redo is timeless and small-space efficient.

It’s so whimsical.

My kitchen cabinets desperately needed a new look, so I put three reversible transformations to the test.

It has equal parts eye candy and practical design advice.

The design expert's goal was to make an empty space beside her refrigerator more practical by adding in more storage.

You probably didn’t know you could have a greenhouse kitchen until right now.

You’ve heard of mid-century modern, but have you heard of modern-meets-mid-century? This kitchen redo is inspired by the ’60s but fit and functional for the 2020s.

Check out her cookbook collection, which she has hidden in plain sight.

This DIY project takes less than 10 minutes to do.

Learn from my mistakes to save yourself a headache.

It looks surprisingly good.

It just might be one of the most impressive KALLAX transformations to date.

“I always really wanted to add open shelving, but didn’t think it was possible because we were renting,” this DIYer says. Using about $200 worth of materials, she proved herself wrong.

I have more storage than ever.

Who says appliances have to be just black, white, or gray?

When these owners purchased their caravan, it was in much worse shape than they first thought. A complete overhaul brought it back to life.

The color combo makes this kitchen feel extra inviting.

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

The new kitchen feels a lot more inviting.

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

The designer shares how he worked with chef Katie Lee Biegel to make the most of her NYC space.

This one’s for all the renters and early 2000s homeowners with oak cabinets out there. You won’t find any paint here!

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

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

“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.

It can, in fact, be the star.

Consider turning them into something useful for your new space.

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

These stylish and practical upgrades are worth copying.

It even has a pot filler for the water bowl!

Your favorite bookcase might just make some stellar kitchen cabinet space.

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

This renovation doubled the kitchen size and made the main bathroom feel way bigger, too.

The makeover mixes high and low to create a unique space that doesn't break the bank, the homeowner says.

This cabinet upgrade took some patience and DIY know-how to install, but the results have been worth it.

Perfect for rentals and ideal for those who can’t commit fully to a kitchen reno.

The extensive renovation project made this kitchen, last touched in the 1990s, more functional for a family.

Here’s a facepalming-ly easy hack for repairing wooden kitchen cabinets — or any other wooden surface, for that matter.

You may find yourself with a fresh new kitchen and money in your pocket.

The wishlist for this redo included more storage, better lighting, a larger sink, better ventilation, and a new backsplash.

DIYing as much as possible helped keep costs low, and allowed for splurges on bigger ticket items like appliances.

You can add your own flair with just a few bucks and some patience.

Before you rip out your kitchen cabinets, try flipping them first (literally).