Before & Afters

From dead space to work space!

"Five kids and two years of mostly being home made me realize that this space did nothing for me."

The power of getting everything off the floor.

And it's not because things get neat and organized. There's that, yes, but ... just come look.

It had reached max capacity and needed order to be restored.

When wallpaper proved too pricey, this DIY'er created her own animal design - with paint!

It features hidden storage, vintage treasures, and more.

A fantastic example of how oak works if it's done right!

“Cloffices” aren’t just for adults.

It's packed with DIYs and great small-space IKEA finds.

These homeowners saved literally thousands of dollars (!) with this IKEA dupe for built-ins.

Yes, there is snake-themed wallpaper.

The owner repurposed this room to create a space that encouraged open-ended, unplugged, and independent play for her daughter.

The new organizing system is STILL working out a year later.

Custom DIY shelving maximizes the organization potential of this pantry - a win for cooks and eaters alike!

Hallways might be pass-throughs, but they deserve love, too.

It's still completely functional for the family, but now with lots more luxe style.

It's hard to believe it's the same space.

Sometimes you love your apartment and neighborhood so much you just have to stay — even if that means squeezing in space for two babies.

Clean, fun, and creative spaces.

It has a high-end look without the high-end price.

This is an unexpected and brilliant use of space.

The before was no match for her boys' huge imagination.

The project cost $200 and took advantage of an odd layout.

"When I found out I was pregnant, I was so excited to give my baby a space of her own that was stimulating, inspiring and fun," this homeowner says.

The after is truly ahhh-worthy.

Simple paint projects make a major difference in this now-rainbow-hued room.

It's hard to keep a smile off your face when looking at the "after."

An easy and affordable way to display family photos!

I even made space to store the carseat, which was a HUGE win.

Once again, IKEA comes to the rescue and provides an efficient and good-looking storage solution.

IKEA GERSBY bookshelves become custom-looking shelving in this room-transforming, one-wall redo.

This bathroom has the ultimate DIY solutions for concealing ugly tile.

From a shared kids' room, to a closet, to a basement, these rooms manage to keep clutter under control.

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

Cane nightstands and dressers can be pretty expensive, which is why one DIY'er decided to make her own.

And the best part? It's all DIY.

They incorporated their kids' favorite color into the new built-ins!

It becomes a completely overhauled space with plenty of room for all its uses.

Imagine the "after" as the door to a kid's bedroom!

It's unrecognizable, in the best possible way.

Thanks to a classic Farrow & Ball color.

Quite possibly some of the best we've seen.

We've got every color of the rainbow.

Fabulous wall murals, clever IKEA hacks, and more!

This is a very clever use of space.

Now it's a dream family kitchen, with an amazing circular window.

Making the most of all tight spaces.

Get inspired with these before and after photos!

The after is an explosion of color, pattern, and imagination.

The bold library wall is a bookworm's fantasy.

This homeowner and organizing enthusiast has tons of tips for getting the most out of your garage storage.

Before, it was barely able to fit one person. Now, it can seat plenty of guests.

The whole family helped with this renovation!

You don't have to change every single thing in a space to totally transform the feel of it, and this redo is proof.

It's amazing what a little trim can do.

The once childish space is now unrecognizable — and very, very cool.

This in-between space is now reaching its full potential.

If you need inspiration for an easy, done-in-a-day furniture refresh, read on.

If you have an ugly utility sink at home, bookmark this redo.