Apartment transformation

Richard added so much personality and warmth to his rental, it’s kind of astounding. The totally fine but pretty sterile space was full of the standard rental woes; outdated overhead lighting, bland cabinets and a kitchen floor that has seen better days. With a mix of gifts, Craigslist and new purchases, Richard turned the bland apartment into a welcoming and charming home.

I don't know about you guys, but I love me some before/afters. I'm always so inspired to see how someone takes a bare, unattractive space and transforms it into something beautiful. I wanted to share with you some before/afters of our old apartment - but a backwards version! Since I don't h

Marion's super small apartment in Paris' 11th arrondissement had lots of potential when she purchased it, and she's been DIYing a smart, functional, and fabulous home full of personality and character since moving in!

Buying an apartment at 22 is something very exciting that not many people my age have experienced. For me, it was a dream I worked hard for years. Read about renovating my first apartment (before and after transformation).

A few years ago, a painted black gallery wall appeared on my computer screen and I became a forever fan

mallory interiors on Instagram: "wait for it…here’s my studio apartment transformation!! #interiordesign #smallapartmentdecor #studioapartments"

A daring and dramatic 30-day transformation.

The counters now look like marble!

Now, with Youtube videos for guidance, DIY has never been easier and more available to everyone. Of course, there are still certain areas where a professional is definitely needed, but sometimes all it takes is some basic carpentry, a lick of paint and a creative mind to make even the most rundown room look fresh and modern!

See how a small-space dweller brilliantly turned an outdated mirrored closet into a chic bedroom alcove.