Renovating & Remodeling Skills & How Tos

Sixteen weeks of hard work turn a cramped kitchen with a strange layout into a sleek cooking and dining area full of modern touches.

There are tons of people who have stories about skyrocketing lumber costs and inventory shortages since early last year.

"It reminds me of a five-star hotel," the homeowner says.

Old homes have a dreamy quality — but they could be hiding a few nightmares, too.

The new room is filled with character.

Hendricks is currently in the process of remodeling a craftsman home, but it isn’t exactly going as planned.

AT has rounded up some of our favorite historic home transformations with painstakingly restored details, from massive fireplaces to pocket doors to grand entryways to of-the-era vintage light fixtures — plus some ghost stories to boot. From the 1870s to the 1950s, these homes bring history to life.

The footprint's the same size, but it looks so much brighter and bigger.

"Oh it was BAD bad," the homeowner says of the electric-orange before.

The reno includes luxe touches like heated floors.

Instead of transforming a home for a friend or client, the Gaines decide to flip a property that they purchased to eventually put back on the market.

This color scheme is seriously energizing.

It was made up of two plywood rooms and a horse living space.

They like the results — but these are the things they wish they'd done differently.

The coziness is unreal.

This kitchen may be mostly white, but it's still packed with personality.

Be gone, gray.

The new finishes make it look bigger, even though it stayed the same size.

This redo is proof that just changing up a paint color can do a lot to change the look and feel of a space.

This full renovation is chock full of mid-century style (but with a modern twist).

The Chip and Joanna Gaines magic strikes again.

If you love spending time in the bathroom, and you love the outdoors, then you'll really love these 11 bathrooms with an outdoor component.

Complete with a rolling library ladder.

This DIY-filled bathroom has "Ralph Lauren's yacht" vibes.

The tub, toilet, and standing shower are seriously dreamy.

Features include a freestanding fireplace, spa integration, and massive pool.

The homeowners didn't need to knock down a wall for this reno — in fact, they put one up.

The homeowners wanted somewhere that was comfy enough to hang out all the time, but still elegant.

These DIYers took their projects to a whole new level when they decided to revamp their entire homes. Here are some of the best, most Jaw-dropping total home transformations we've seen (so far) this year!

This bathroom reno has tons of DIY elements, including a Facebook Marketplace dresser-turned-vanity.

Nearly every part of this bathroom got a modern-looking refresh.

There are over 100 videos.

Proof that adding white really does lighten a space.

This 1956 house got the fresh mid-century-inspired look it deserves.

Not all closets are created equal. This redo swapped a cluttered one for something way more practical (and beautiful).

Even with nothing in it, this space felt dark and cramped — but a cheerful redo made it feel more spacious and inviting.

Taking down a wall between the kitchen and dining areas made a world of difference.

Paint, wallpaper, and perfect fit furniture all work together to make this dining room a stunner.

No matter how clean, the before always looked a little dirty. But the after is a total 180.

They added a nine-foot kitchen island, among other things.

The breakfast bar may have started out as just a place to scarf your morning cereal, but as anyone who’s ever been in a home with one can attest, if there’s a kitchen island with seating, that’s where everyone will be hanging out, guaranteed. They’re great for people who love to cook too.

It overlooks the ocean, too.

The renovation pumps up the charm in this teeny 1943 kitchen.

"Lil Jon Wants to Do What?" has just been greenlit by HGTV

A highlight? The new DIY mirror-as-art.

Talk about a style-meets-function refresh.

The whole condo now has boho black and white vibes.

Shiplap included.

Ben and Erin Napier added details that helped the house's history shine, too.

You don't need to carve out a skylight to bring in the feeling of daylight.

Wait until you see the deep green kitchen cabinets.

You can never really be sure what you’ll unearth during a home renovation project, something one Oklahoma couple recently discovered when they were doing some work on their new home.

If you didn't believe in the transformative power of paint, this project will convince you.

It's a big question, but the answer will surprise you.

This bathroom goes from beige to bold.

Your entryway is so much more than a hallway you pass through on your way into a home.

This redo sacrifices a less-than-functional mudroom, with gorgeous results.

From "shades of brown" to bright and cheerful.

These can easily lead to bigger problems.

Seeing big transformations is fun, but what do we owe the people whose homes we're renovating?

An unfortunate plumbing incident was the catalyst this bathroom needed for a total overhaul.

It features hidden storage, vintage treasures, and more.

These fresh ideas can help make your dated or boring cabinetry look like a million bucks.

Wait until you see the light blue cabinets.

There's a gem hiding under all those stickers.

HGTV's "What Not to Design" is an offshoot of "What Not to Wear."

This might inspire you to choose an electric color for your next set of built-ins.

Talk about a pop of color.

Semi-custom IKEA cabinets and DIY countertops are two of the smart choices this homeowner made in his kitchen renovation.

More stylish? Check. More functional? Check. More spacious? That, too.

This house hadn't been touched since the 1960s, and this couple jumped at the chance to purchase this architectural gem!

This redo proves you can go a long way on a small budget.