Home Projects by Room

A shower with its knob placed outside the cubicle might seem like a crazy idea, but it surprisingly makes a lot of sense.

One renter on TikTok just came up with a brilliant way to temporarily upgrade her bathroom cabinets.

Patching, painting, and sanding turned this crusty dresser into a modern showstopper.

For $180!

After lighting struck their Texas home, Jeanne and Richard were forced to rebuild their kitchen from the studs. Rather than constructing a carbon copy of what had been lost, they decided to start anew celebrating their love for Danish Modern design and reminiscent of their parents’ open ranch-style homes.Armed with dozens of images for inspiration (including some from AT, which they discovered through their research!

A modern twist on a historic house.

A homeowner with virtually no construction experience redoes her kitchen to suit her tastes.

Old becomes new with these inspiring design tweaks.

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!

They went from far-out to fantastic.

Mai’s pantry redo is a treat for the eyes — how many of us can relate to her “before” image? Standard wire shelving, jumbled up goods… essentially a dark hole in the wall that just gets the “keep the door closed” treatment. Come see this simple, refreshing makeover that will inspire you to tackle even the scariest of pantries!

This homeowner calls her kitchen reno's style "modern eclectic." Her tile, color, counter, and floor choices work great together.

This is a pearl of wisdom that I received years ago and wanted to bring back right now. When in need of a really simple, nice, natural material desk, use IKEA butcherblock countertop (which is cuttable, sandable, stainable and paintable) and some cool legs (like the Vika Inge style seen here, which has been replaced with Vika Runtorp).

Make a space that can do it all!

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.

Painting a large-scale indoor mural doesn't have to be so daunting. After all, it's only paint!

A little fabric can conceal a lot.

"We were in the process of renovating our whole bathroom and really wanted a wooden vanity, but the ones we liked were all out of our budget," this homeowner says. IKEA hack to the rescue!

The builder-grade espresso-shade is long gone from this now-cheery and cozy kitchen.

The house, which has a connection to the Salem witch trials, gets an update that preserves history but increases livability.

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

And a Santa Monica meets Sussex vibe with the founder of Sweet Laurel Bakery!

The "after" is perfect for an imaginative, color-loving kid — but adults will find inspo here, too.

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.

From chair rail moulding to a custom headboard, this dreamy bedroom redo has tons of DIY projects to copy.

Whoever said orange is the new pink was seriously disturbed.

A dresser in the kitchen?! This DIYer proves it's absolutely a good idea.

If I do say so myself!

Soaking in a nice hot tub of bubbles at the end of the day is a small luxury that can make a big difference. If you make your own, you can choose what scents you want to soak in, and you have the advantage of knowing exactly what’s going on your skin. Also, it can a lot cheaper and just as luxurious as the fancy kinds. The key to a successful homemade bubble bath is to get a good mix of essential oils and the right amount of bubbles.

The new scalloped shelving is a must-see!

Space-defining DIYs and savvy secondhand shopping went a long way in this redo.

I used to hate this room, but now I absolutely love it.

This bathroom went from bright red to more serene and Mediterranean-inspired.

With these, you can make any home more accessible regardless of physical ability.

Here’s expert advice on why aging in place is essential and how to do it successfully. 

"I love how a couple cans of paint transformed a stark, cold bedroom into a welcoming and joyful oasis," this homeowner says.

Light and bright — without adding any windows!

One clever fix: a wall-mounted drying rack.

With room for a laundry area!

Don't you just love when form meets function?

This primary bedroom has luxe-looking details for less, thanks to some ambitious but well-executed DIY projects.

These homeowners saved thousands on their vanity by DIYing it.

Hilary Farr has to decide whether she loves it or lists it.

This is a trick you can steal for your own mural painting projects.

Get more mileage out of your well-loved basics.

The best part? The whole redo is renter-friendly.

Some snazzy wallpaper and new paint do a lot to make this kitchen feel bigger and more inviting.

This bathroom redo was not without its challenges, but the final look is so luxe.

Why go out when you can get a cozy theater experience at home?

This kitchen redo is packed with plenty of small space inspiration.

For her three-year-old daughter, Ever!

This workhorse space got an overhaul that's lots more welcoming.

While the space worked for Ann during her single years, the couple were looking to give the house some practical upgrades that made it better suited for two people.

A 9-year-old's new bedroom receives a very pink renovation.

A four-month DIY project helped turn a messy, ineffective closet into a practical vintage-inspired home office.

The faux fireplace looks MUCH more expensive than its $300 price tag.

Painting and peeling up the old linoleum made a major difference in this redo.

The young couple called on farmhouse expert Jonathan Knight to help them bring the home into the 21st century (while maintaining some of its historic charm) in the season 2 premiere of “Farmhouse Fixer.”

Preserving their kitchen's original cabinets "saved a tremendous amount of time and money," the homeowner says.

The bold wallpaper is a must-see!

This basement's color palette went from fluorescent orange and sage green to all-white and serene.

See the "Electric Poppies" wallpaper bring this small gray bathroom to life.

If you're looking to squeeze a lot of function into a small space, there are better options than a standard nightstand.

Subway tile haters, this one's for you.

"I have space to store items rather than having them out in the open," this homeowner says of her "after." "Overall it’s a lighter and brighter space."

Here's what to do with that awkward empty space above early- and mid- 2000s kitchen cabinetry.

Bold wallpaper and floating fixtures bring this bathroom into the 2020s.

"The only thing we would do differently is doing it earlier," these homeowners say of their DIY project. "It has really made the space feel purposeful."

With oodles of farmhouse charm to boot!

You have to see the "built-in" dresser for yourself. (Hint: It's the same knotty oak one from before.)