Kitchen Home Projects

This renovation will make you an open concept believer.

It took the owner five years to find the perfect retro cabinets.

Bored with your home design? A kitchen makeover can make all the difference. Think outside the box and take inspiration from these stunning transformations as you dream up your next renovation.

The old oak cabinets were replaced with fresh ones from IKEA.

Yes, dark colors can work in a small space.

I’m a novice DIYer, and this project was a total breeze.

The countertops are an unexpected fun throwback.

Paint is the ultimate problem solver in this 100-square-foot kitchen.

The DIY green backsplash tiles are a must-see.

Goodbye, square tile countertops and linoleum floors.

The cabinets are the same, but look way more modern.

The goal was to add “personality and warmth” to a once all-white kitchen.

Three DIY projects transform the space.

She did it (almost) all by herself for under $12,000.

You won’t believe how much a can of paint can transform a space.

There are a few things to keep in mind.

The "after" looks so different that you'd never guess it's renter-friendly.

The overall footprint is still the same, but the “after” feels like a much taller space.

The renter picked colors she wouldn't get sick of.

If you’re looking for playful, vibrant inspo for your space, this is it.

The new color combo is unexpected, but it totally works.

Number three is absolutely ingenious!

The “after” makes 300 square feet feel massive, thanks to smart cabinetry, color choices, and more.

The countertop glow-up is unbelievable.

“I'm surprised by how fundamentally different the space looks — and the ability to get there without spending thousands and thousands of dollars,” this renter says.

You deserve extra prep space and additional seating, too.

You can make old kitchen countertops look new without modifying them a single bit.

In a year full of incredible kitchen projects, these stood out as the very best.

A color change makes a big difference.

Before, the cabinets, floors, and counters in this kitchen were “way too brown,” the homeowner says.

We've come across some kitchens with some pretty ingenious solutions.

Best yet, the upgrades only cost $1,000.

No demo needed!

It went from totally ‘80s and dated to historic, charming, and cool.

These renters squeezed a super practical (and beautiful!) kitchenette into just 40 square feet

From wood cabinets to (way chicer) wood cabinets.

The matching seating, wallpaper, and curtains are patterned perfection.

The whole transformation cost just $250.

Your kitchen makeover just got a lot simpler.

It was previously “an outdated beige on beige on beige mess” — until this smart update.

If you're a maximalist who rents, grab a pencil (and scissors and peel-and stick)!

Now, it’s warm and functional for a family.

Knowing this measurement will make planning lots easier.

Pros say these mistakes are costing you money and time.

“I hope this project is a great demonstration of what can be achieved with paint and pattern,” the homeowner says.

“There were decades' worth of stains in the carpet,” the DIYer says.

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.

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.”

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.