Home Projects

It’s fun, whimsical, and food-inspired.

This former garage has more amenities than most one-bedroom apartments.

They look boo-tiful.

It’s so satisfying to watch.

Although this can be found in old homes, it might be time to modernize it.

“The transformation is undeniable.”

You'll need a measuring tape and calculator on deck.

You’ll be surprised at the stylish result.

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

If you feel like hiring pros is especially hard right now, you’re not imagining it. Here’s how to navigate the shortage.

Pool noodles aren’t just summer accessories anymore.

One TikToker is making the case for transforming your IKEA BILLY bookcase into something a little more whimsical.

If you’re going to put the time into a redo, make sure you do it right.

Starting at $50!

It’s tiny, but mighty!

Yes, it can be done! Here’s how.

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

It's space-saving, too!

A little elbow grease can transform bargain staples into something totally luxe-looking.

They might be no-paint, but they’re still full-color.

It's the perfect place to hang 10 (and hang out).

It looks so unique.

Before, this DIYer says, using the bathroom was like “peeing in a pea-soup cave.” A quick redo changed that!

Opening up a wall made a big difference here.

Just like that, the popcorn ceiling is completely gone.

These are some of the best Before & Afters featuring IKEA ever showcased on Apartment Therapy, selected for the function, style, and smart use of IKEA staples, of course!

A few DIY projects made a big difference in adding some warmth to this bare entryway.

It’s whimsical and budget-friendly, too!

And it looks amazing.

Bright colors and brilliant, space-saving DIYs? Yes, please.

Here are 6 little luxuries to embrace one.

It’s amazing what you can do with paint and trim.

“I love creating designs that are out of the box.”

“Because this is a small apartment, this room had to accommodate both a bathroom and a laundry area,” this apartment owner says.

According to pros.

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

You have to see the kitchen.

Check out these stylish and comfy armchairs, accent chairs, and power recliners.

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

The DIYer behind this design was a total novice when she completed the project, and she has some smart insights to share.

A few swaps help this new-ish bathroom look old — in a good way. Great ideas for bringing a vintage vibe to a new build herein!

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

This home blogger has great advice for creating an entryway that works for you.

IKEA isn’t the only source for hackable furniture pieces.

The bathroom is way more functional now, too.

You’ll be making your space bug-free along with adding ambiance.

If you’re a DIY novice looking for an easy IKEA hack to start out with, this KALLAX upgrade is your friend.

“I wanted it to be a small and mighty room — tiny but big in personality,” this DIYer says.

This DIYer’s home is filled with tons of paint projects, large and small. Here’s the tool she says was essential for pulling them off.

With a stylish solution for the existing wood cabinets!

Milk crates, but make it grown-up.

It’s no surprise this redo is full of great design and DIY ideas — it belongs to the Small/Cool Contest winner from 2021!

“I wanted to go bigger with this fireplace,” this homeowner says of her unique transformation.

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

If you just can’t seem to get your home to a comfortable temperature, you might have one of these factors to blame.

This redo brings a whole new vibe to this gray dresser.

Her most recent room do-over features a fun alternative to plain paint or busy wallpaper.

Move over, Swedish meatballs.

Beat the heat in every room of your home.

Buying secondhand tile for the floor and shower saved a ton of money — it cost just $100 to tile the whole room.

The secret: epoxy!

It’s renter-safe, too.

It might just be the world's largest tiny home.

This renter-friendly redo has a great solution for brightening up a retro wood-paneled space.

Feeling comfortable using your drill to install shelves at home? This DIY isn’t too much harder, and you don’t even need any additional power tools.

Only the best for the goodest good boys and girls.

The kid wanted a Star Wars-themed bedroom; the DIYer wanted to stick to a $500 budget. Here’s how they succeeded on both counts.

All of the supplies you’ll need are super easy to find, too.

For her bathroom reno, this homeowner wanted materials that would arrive quickly and match the vintage style of her 1940s colonial house.

Sometimes working with what you already have can be the secret to designing a gorgeous room.

This DIYer says calm, tranquil bedrooms can still mix colors and textures — and her bedroom redo is here to prove it.

This living room redo is chock-full of tips for filling up a small space without it feeling overwhelming.