Laundry Room Before & Afters

BILLY bookshelves are the secret ingredient in this living room makeover.

Wallpaper makes the biggest difference in giving this gray living room an inviting new look.

“I had an apartment before where I just did a rectangle on the wall, and I LOVED how it looked,” this DIYer says. “Now that I have my own house, I knew I could get a bit more extra with it.”

“From execution to completion (dry time), it only took us about 36 hours or so,” this DIYer says of this beginner-friendly project.

A low-budget IKEA product, plus a little bit of paint, were the perfect sleek solutions for an awkward spot in this house.

The biggest-impact steps: paint and cord covers.

And it’s easily reversible, too.

The previous homeowner put tons of work into creating a rustic-style space they loved — but when the new homeowners moved in, it didn’t quite suit them. Here’s how they made it their own.

A five-week project using IKEA IVARs and a discount fireplace totally transforms this blank white box.

The new space is a grown-up secret clubhouse that goes all-out with bold design.

This home was part of a Sears catalog kit, and many of its original features can be seen in the living room today.

See how a blah beige living room gets a glam glow-up that’s both trendy and timeless.

Wallpaper, tile, and a new mantel take this fireplace from a blank slate to a bespoke and character-filled feature.

“I love having my books all together on the wall; it really feels like a feature in the room instead of an afterthought,” this DIYer says. This one’s for the bookworms out there!

These homeowners “wanted something moody, modern and something no one else had.”

This DIY is perfect for art lovers on a budget.

Before, the living room had a faux brick fireplace, a textured ceiling, and "awful '80s patterned carpet." The after is unrecognizably luxe while honoring the features the homeowners *did* like before.

By painting her walls and built-ins the same color, this DIYer created a seamless storage setup. Read more about her painting tips and takeaways.

This would be the perfect spot to curl up with a book on a Saturday morning.

The kids love it.

A less-than-exciting fireplace became a bold focal point.

Paint, tile, and new seating are a winning combo in this cozy cabin living room.

After a few setbacks, this intrepid DIYer figured out how to make her dream accent wall a reality.

The makeover blends traditional touches with modern embellishments.

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

The newly made over space is unrecognizable.

These homeowners transformed their living room in a week, thanks to the deadline of hosting family the following weekend. But the space has served them well past their hosting duties.

Green paint works wonders here, as does a one-of-a-kind mural. It was a big risk that paid off.

The new space is gorgeous — but it's plenty practical, too.

These living room redos will inspire you to take another look at your own space.

The before was "builder-grade, plain, bland, boring," this homeowner says. The after is perfect for dimming the lights, curling up under a blanket, and pressing play on a good movie.

Stuck on a project of your own? Let this intrepid DIYer's success inspire you to take it to the finish line.

The renter-friendly countertop on wheels is a must-see.

This homeowner decided to give her fireplace a more contemporary look and a little pop of color.

These homeowners checked off everything on their dream laundry room list: a sink, built-in cabinetry, a tile backsplash, cool new countertops, and an exciting paint color.

This designer used several simple go-tos for making a room feel airier and lighter.

Come for the excellent art hanging and sourcing tips, stay for the clever way to disguise a TV.

If you are anything like me, you often look at your living room and wonder when you are going to get around to making those updates you keep talking about. If that’s the case, let this roundup of Apartment Therapy’s makeover projects inspire you to take up the cause, even if it’s a little bit at a time. 1. Ferren and her husband started with the goal of brightening their space and spent the next year gradually replacing items with pieces that were more to their taste. 2.

For $600!

When Laura Wilson of Velvet Sweatpants Interior Design and her fiancé purchased their 1959 home from the original owner, they knew the home needed a lot of love. They also knew they had their work cut out for them.

Revamping the exposed brick and the fireplace rescued this living room from its dark motel room roots.

Here's an easy project renters and non-renters can do to spruce up a fireplace for fall.

"I love the classic look and the added closed storage," this DIYer says of her innovative railing swap.

The after is cute and clutter-free thanks to a few DIYS. "In terms of design, think about two or three small changes that will make such a difference," this DIYer advises.

The "after" is a little airy, a little rustic, and very striking.

The new scalloped shelving is a must-see!

One clever fix: a wall-mounted drying rack.

With room for a laundry area!