Family Homes

Kids love them!

Just in time for the first day of school.

My 6-year-old loves the glow-in-the-dark one!

New tile (and paint that looks like tile) completely transform this once-dated space.

A dresser won’t solve all of your kid’s clothing messes, but it goes a long way.

I’ve used it for years.

It's totally understandable if you think living in a rental apartment means you're pretty much stuck with the bathroom you've got. However, if you're willing to get creative, you can absolutely give this space a reversible, renter-friendly upgrade.

First-time homeowners transformed their 1800s Italianate home and color-drenched the dining room after extensive research to find a historically accurate color. They used a bold Roman Clay shade that they later found out was original to the house’s dining room, too — making it meant to be.

Updated surroundings give the existing fixtures a lot more shine.

I spent hours looking at every item in the IKEA store to figure out what will tame your mess.

I wish I knew it sooner.

We love them and you love them.

The homeowners kept their budget under $2,300 by selling their old furniture, sourcing budget-friendly new finds, and doing some of the work themselves.

Here's a clue: divide and conquer!

We've been using it all summer long.

It's transformed my chaotic linen closet!

And they're on sale!

It’s my favorite hosting habit.

The "after" is completely unrecognizable, in the best way possible.

Another highlight: Countertops that look like marble, but cost way less.

I wish I'd done it sooner.

This hack is so smart and budget-friendly!

It’s the perfect patio find.

My new favorite storage hack!

Need fun plans? Start here!

This "forgettable" and "emotionally flat" entryway turned into a fun, joyful welcome that set the tone for the rest of the house.

It looks so expensive!

Furniture, cute toys, storage essentials, and more!

It’s back and better than ever!

Hint: The toys are definitely not perfectly categorized and labeled.

And it’s not just grilling stuff.

With each piece, there’s more than immediately meets the eye.

And it weighs less than 5 pounds!

Last chance!

A small rental backyard had several hiccups during renovation, but after being nearly doubled in size, it's the coziest garden escape. With trellises, an IKEA loveseat, and renter-friendly hacks.

It's "almost like gaining a new room to the house," the homeowner says.