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My Pumpkin-Orange Bathroom's Makeover Is a True Cinderella Story
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I got my inspiration from a trip to Paris (and an ordinary stroll to get coffee).
Dana McMahan
Jan 31, 2024
This Small Bathroom Has Big Bathroom Energy, Thanks to a Smart Remodel
Projects & Improvements
Plus find 13 more brilliant small bathroom makeovers.
Kelly Dawson
Jan 31, 2024
A Studio Bedroom Gets a $1,250 Redo That’s a Maximalist’s Dream
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The “movie theater or bowling alley” carpeting didn’t go — it provided bold inspo.
Chloe Konrad
Jan 30, 2024
The $15 DIY Decor Anyone Can Make (and 19 Other Beginner DIYs to Try!)
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
These ideas can be done in as little as 15 minutes.
Jennifer Prince
Jan 30, 2024
A “Boring Beige” Studio Kitchen Gets a $600 Peel-and-Stick Makeover
Projects & Improvements
The "after" looks so different that you'd never guess it's renter-friendly.
Sarah Everett
Jan 29, 2024
17 Fabric Wall Art Ideas That Will Give Your Home an Unexpected Pop of Whimsy
Fabric wall art = instant character
Melissa Epifano
Jan 29, 2024
This 1970s Kitchen Feels MUCH Taller After a Dramatic Makeover
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The overall footprint is still the same, but the “after” feels like a much taller space.
Emma Kershaw
Jan 28, 2024
This Space-Savvy Dining Nook Makeover Features a “Wallpaper Canopy”
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The after is “a really unique design and a real focal point” in the approximately 50-square-foot space.
Sarah Everett
Jan 27, 2024
A “Boring and Plain” Kid’s Room Is Anything but After a Colorful Redo
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All of the DIY projects totaled $1,115
Sarah Everett
Jan 26, 2024
This Hack Can Make Your Old Laminate Counters Look Seriously Luxe
You don't have to replace the counters to make them look new.
Alexis Rhiannon
Jan 26, 2024
A $65 IKEA MALM Makeover Repurposes Another Familiar IKEA Product
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“I loved the practicality and shape of the dressing table, but everyone on Instagram seemed to have the same one!” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Jan 25, 2024
This “Magic” Method for Threading a Needle Works Every Time
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It's so clever.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Jan 25, 2024
Cabinet Paint and a DIY Backsplash Revive a “Bland” Rental Kitchen
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The renter picked colors she wouldn't get sick of.
Sarah Everett
Jan 24, 2024
10 IKEA Storage Bed Hacks to Maximize Your Space
IKEA always for the win.
Carolin Lehmann
Jan 24, 2024
A $19 Amazon Find Is the Star of This (Paint-Free!) Bathroom Makeover
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And the entire project only cost $60. Talk about budget-savvy!
Sarah Everett
Jan 23, 2024
$1,000 Later, a "Tired" Kitchen Is Now Colorful and Kitschy to the Max
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If you’re looking for playful, vibrant inspo for your space, this is it.
Sarah Everett
Jan 22, 2024
This “Country” Kitchen Scraps the Pine Cabinets for a Bold Makeover
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The new color combo is unexpected, but it totally works.
Sarah Everett
Jan 22, 2024
This Sneaky Door Upgrade Gave This Couple So Much Extra Space
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This addition was one of the best parts of the apartment renovation!
Cullen Ormond
Jan 18, 2024
An IKEA Hack Saved this DIYer Thousands on Their Living Room Makeover
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“The room has a focal point,” the homeowner says of the “after.”
Sarah Everett
Jan 19, 2024
Boring Bi-Fold Closet Doors Get a Custom, Colorful Redo for Only $50
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The paint projects were inspired by the work of two artists, and they add color, pattern, and whimsy.
Sarah Everett
Jan 18, 2024
This TikToker Turned Their Trash into a Gorgeous Statement Light Fixture
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You’ll want to make your own ASAP.
Abby Monteil
Jan 18, 2024
This TikToker DIYed the Coziest Window Seat Using Only IKEA Products
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It’s now the perfect reading spot.
Abby Monteil
Jan 17, 2024
4 Home Upgrades That Will Dominate 2024, According to Influencers
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You’ll want to add these to your to-DIY list.
Jennifer Prince
Jan 17, 2024
13 Hacks to Create More Kitchen Storage — Without Adding More Cabinets
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Number three is absolutely ingenious!
Cat Meschia
Jan 16, 2024
Exactly What You Need to Do to Make Any Home Project Stick
January Cure
According to our Home Projects Director.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jan 16, 2024
A Dreamy Terracotta Makeover Transforms This "White Box" Living Room
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“I did it all by hand with a small paintbrush, and it gives my home a homemade quality,” the DIYer says.
Emma Kershaw
Jan 15, 2024
The Tile Goes from Dated to Dramatic in This Bathroom Makeover
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Goodbye, early 2000s fixtures.
Sarah Everett
Jan 14, 2024
A "Parabolic Heater" is the Weirdly Named Chill-Buster Your Home Needs
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It's a versatile solution for anywhere you need to add in some coziness.
Jennifer Prince
Jan 10, 2024
You're One Step Away from Turning Basic Closet Shelves into Luxe Decor
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“I wanted a luxe look without it looking cheap,” the DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Jan 12, 2024
A “Modern Meets Vintage” Kitchen Makeover Saves Big on Luxe Cabinetry
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The “after” makes 300 square feet feel massive, thanks to smart cabinetry, color choices, and more.
Sarah Everett
Jan 11, 2024
How to Insulate Hot Pipes with Rope
They don't have to be such an eyesore.
Maxwell Ryan
Jan 11, 2024
This TikToker Found the Most Surprising Hack for Faking Luxe Wallpaper
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I'm obsessed with how whimsical this looks.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jan 10, 2024
This Is the Little Luxury Your Dry Winter Skin Needs Right Now
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s surprisingly easy to DIY.
Cat Meschia
Jan 10, 2024
This TikToker’s Tiny DIY Decor Creates a “Wow” Moment in a Surprising Spot
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It’s dopamine decor, on a tiny scale.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jan 10, 2024
The "Secret Ingredient" Every Grown-Up Bedroom Needs
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If you don’t have this yet, it’s time.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jan 9, 2024
My Daring Bedroom Makeover Embraces 2 Design “Hot Takes”
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I went bold with wallpaper — and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Heather Bien
Jan 8, 2024
The Counterintuitive Secret to Making Your Home Feel Twice as Big
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It’s rental-friendly, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jan 8, 2024
A Tear-Down Makeover Turned This Victorian Living Room into a Stunner
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Fear not: The beautiful vintage fireplace stayed!
Sarah Everett
Jan 7, 2024
This $1,500 Bedroom Makeover Oozes “Quiet Luxury”
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This impressive transformation happened in stages.
Emma Kershaw
Jan 6, 2024
I’m Calling It: This Is Going to Be the Hottest DIY Material of 2024
Projects & Improvements
You’ll want to use it everywhere.
Heather Bien
Jan 6, 2024
A 23-Square-Foot Bathroom's Wallpaper Makeover Goes Big on Drama
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
“I am a firm believer in making small spaces make a big impact,” the homeowner says. “I think I achieved that here.”
Sarah Everett
Jan 5, 2024
9 Ways to Warm up Your Apartment if You Don't Control the Thermostat
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Don't let cold get you down.
Brigitt Earley
Jan 4, 2024
A $700 Fireplace Makeover Saves the Original Mid-Century Wood Paneling
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
These homeowners decided to “un-flip” their 1956 home’s stunning original features.
Emma Kershaw
Jan 4, 2024
9 New IKEA Products You Need to Hack in 2024 (They’re So Versatile!)
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Get these new IKEA offerings before they sell out.
Heather Bien
Jan 4, 2024
This $600 Bedroom Makeover Is Giving "Chic Parisian Hotel”
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The secret lies in color drenching.
Chloe Konrad
Jan 3, 2024
A Blank Entryway Gets a “Vibrant and Happy” DIY Makeover
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The welcoming entryway is now infused with the homeowner’s personality.
Chloe Konrad
Jan 2, 2024
A Clever Scalloped Paint Design Gives This Bedroom a Glow-Up
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
And she got her mirror from Sam's Club!
Collette Reitz
Jan 1, 2024
Why This Timeless "Fixer Upper" Finishing Technique Is So Popular
If it's good enough for Joanna Gaines, it's good enough for me!
Alyssa Longobucco
Dec 30, 2023
A “Band-Aid Beige" Living Room Gets a Cozy, Retro Makeover
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The new look still honors the room’s mid-century roots and now feels like “a cozy den.”
Shelby Deering
Dec 29, 2023
The 13 Most Brilliant DIY Tips from This Year’s Before and Afters
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You’ll want to save these for all your 2024 projects.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 29, 2023
My Dated Bedroom’s Makeover Has a Closet Inspired by a Luxury Store
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I knew there was something beautiful waiting to be revealed.
Dana McMahan
Dec 28, 2023
The Coolest Way to Transform a Plain Lampshade You’ve Ever Seen
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The end product looks like a high-end designer find.
Megan Baker Detloff
Dec 28, 2023
The 4 Biggest DIY Trends That Took Over TikTok in 2023
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They’ve gone from the screen to your surroundings.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 28, 2023
This Dated Bathroom’s Striking Makeover Was Its First in 30 Years
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It had been vacant for nearly a decade before the current homeowners moved in.
Shelby Deering
Dec 27, 2023
You Haven’t Done Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper Like This Before
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Think beyond walls.
Sarah Everett
Dec 27, 2023
A Pink Fireplace Isn’t Even the Boldest Part of This Living Room Redo
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This maximalist living room has maximum joy.
Sarah Everett
Dec 26, 2023
A No-Demo Kitchen Makeover Transforms This “Sterile” White Space
The countertop glow-up is unbelievable.
Abby Monteil
Dec 25, 2023
Smart Storage Is the Star of This 45-Square-Foot Laundry Room Makeover
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You can hang clothes from a floating shelf!
Abby Monteil
Dec 24, 2023
This Tiny Detail Transforms an Arch into a Stunning DIY Headboard
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And the closet doors are a work of art!
Collette Reitz
Dec 23, 2023
This Year's Best Renos Feature 13 of Our Fave Paint Colors for 2024
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Apartment Therapy editors can’t stop gushing about these paint colors — so naturally, we had to share.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 23, 2023
A “Basic” Dining Room Gets a Makeover with Must-See Wallpaper
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The homeowners wanted “something brave,” and the designer they worked with delivered.
Chloe Konrad
Dec 22, 2023
The 11 Best Living Room Makeovers of 2023 Are All About Cozy Vibes
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There are ideas for renters and homeowners alike — and ideas for every design style.
Shelby Deering
Dec 22, 2023
A “Garish” Blue Living Room Gets a Soft, Dreamy Redo for $1,270
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Sometimes, simplicity is key.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 21, 2023
The Under-$10 Buy That Can Make Everything in Your Home Look Luxe
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
It’s beginner-friendly, too.
Heather Bien
Dec 21, 2023
Don't Buy More Gift Bags! Here's How to Wrap Oddly Shaped Presents
These easy wrapping techniques look like works of art.
Ashley Poskin
Dec 20, 2023
A $1,260 Bedroom Makeover Trades Dated Design for Vintage Charm
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One takeaway here? You can use paint on more than just the walls.
Sarah Everett
Dec 20, 2023
How to Wrap a Present Like a Pro
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
Make even average gifts look extraordinary with these expert tips.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Dec 20, 2023
9 Brilliant IKEA Malm Bed Hacks
Transform this IKEA staple.
Amelia Lawrence
Dec 20, 2023
This Winter Wonderland in a Jar Is Seriously Charming
Projects & Improvements
Get the effect of a glowy wintertime paradise without the cold.
Abi Berwager Schreier
Dec 20, 2023
The 12 Best Bedroom Makeovers of 2023 Are All Filled with Personality
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These bedrooms cover every style, from soothing and serene to vibrant and energizing.
Chloe Konrad
Dec 20, 2023
The Fastest Way to Make Gifts Look Like They Were Wrapped by a Pro
Step up your gift wrap game.
Ashley Poskin
Dec 20, 2023
15 Easy DIYs to Give Your Christmas Tree Mid-Century-Modern Style
These budget-friendly DIYs go all the way from trunk to topper.
Alexis Rhiannon
Dec 20, 2023