Home Projects

“I'm surprised by how fundamentally different the space looks — and the ability to get there without spending thousands and thousands of dollars,” this renter says.

You deserve extra prep space and additional seating, too.

Big changes don’t need to cost a lot of money.

This is definitely the weirdest way I’ve ever used a fork.

Even after you’ve taken out all the goodies, those single-season Advent calendars still have some life left in them.

The after looks so luxe that the family has taken to calling it “the parlor.”

See if you can fix it yourself!

One big theme this year? Ditching *dated* but embracing *vintage.*

And the change was mostly made with paint!

The new “garage” is super cool and super reversible.

The renovated space makes room for hangouts, overnight guests, and WFH days.

You can make old kitchen countertops look new without modifying them a single bit.

Paint might not be a power tool, but it is a *powerful* tool.

In a year full of incredible kitchen projects, these stood out as the very best.

Each square of the new black-and-white floor was individually painted.

Make your basic tree look like it belongs in a department store window.

Whether your style is minimalist or maximalist, Scandi or glam, there's an idea here for you.

These smart hacks add plenty of punch to nearly any room of the house.

A color change makes a big difference.

These hacks hit almost every room.

You'll only need a few basic tools, plus about $15 in materials.

There's a right way, and a wrong way.

If you’re looking for a way to make your bathroom feel cleaner and brighter, try recaulking your bathtub. It takes a couple of hours to remove the old caulk and apply the new caulk, but it’s definitely worth it! Here’s how I recaulked my own bathtub in a few easy steps. Ready to give your bathtub a makeover? Great! Here’s what you need to get started.

It went from “an uncomfortable beige box” to technicolored and oh-so clever.

Modern and farmhouse bathrooms have been wildly popular as of late, but if you’re feeling a little burnt out by clean lines, rustic beams, and super sleek materials, a retro bathroom might be a worthy style contender for your home. So forget the shiplap and shiny chrome finishes and instead set your sights on throwback design ideas that’ll make your bathroom unique and vintage-inspired — yet still fitting for a more updated home.

It’s the perfect complement to navy.

It’s possible to do a transformation as a memorable family project.

The combination of rich wood and chrome legs is the epitome of mid-century modern style.

This is upcycling at its best.

How many can you check off this pro-approved list?

The new paint colors were inspired by the sun.

Before, the cabinets, floors, and counters in this kitchen were “way too brown,” the homeowner says.

Pro furniture flippers say these pitfalls will cost you time and money.

My friend told me my new entryway felt like a hotel in Europe. With that one kind compliment, all the stress of the reno was worth it.

The homeowners say it “feels like a bedroom” for the first time since it was built.

Fun and functional!

There's now a dash of color in an unexpected spot.

These beginner-friendly kits will jump-start your new favorite hobby.

And it takes less than two minutes.

You can sneak wine storage into some pretty tiny spaces with these clever DIYs.

Not all heaters work in the same way.

If you want to give your home a totally new look (and feel), read this.

They bought the building for $100,000 and then worked a miracle.

We've come across some kitchens with some pretty ingenious solutions.

Stylish minimalism inspo ahead.

Best yet, the upgrades only cost $1,000.

Want to reclaim some lost square footage? This is the answer.

The white paint was a game-changer.

It looks good enough to eat.

From classic to modern, we’ve got you covered!

These walls didn’t get toned down — they got turned way, way up.

The new mantel is an eye-catching upgrade.

Deck all the halls!

You can make anything look luxe!

A cool design tip to steal from this bedroom? The new paint color is custom color-matched to the wallpaper.

The after feels like “a swanky restaurant bathroom,” the homeowner says.

It’s the same look for a lot less money.

It's so easy once you know where to start.

“We wanted to transform the space into a whimsical, inviting oasis that welcomed guests and made them feel at ease,” this DIYer says.

Bring home the furniture, not the bed bugs.

No demo needed!

Instagram commenters were fooled.

You’ll want to copy the wheeled laundry baskets.

The project is totally reversible — and easy to add on to — if the DIYer decides she wants more or less of the pattern.

Berk is leaving the Netflix show after season 8, but his best designs will live on!

It went from totally ‘80s and dated to historic, charming, and cool.

We definitely just learned a few new things.

The after mixes a modern touch with the home’s historic charm.

Add some warmth to your space without sacrificing any square footage.

“A little IKEA mixed in with higher-end items is always a good idea, in my opinion,” this renter says.

It's totally beginner-friendly.

These renters squeezed a super practical (and beautiful!) kitchenette into just 40 square feet