Category: before and after
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A Softer Look for a 2005 Home
After moving into her home in Houston’s EaDo district, Lauren knew her primary bathroom needed a serious update. While she loved the industrial look, she wanted to soften the space with a more feminine feel. The room felt cluttered with its excessive storage and a walled-in bathtub that wasted space. With a clear vision for…
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A Plywood Kitchen Reno That Proves IKEA Can Be Unique
Anthony Espino and Jeremiah Corley bought their first home in Brooklyn with a problem they couldn’t ignore: a kitchen stuck in the 1980s that was falling apart at the seams. They knew they wanted a space that could handle their love for cooking and baking, but they quickly realized the renovation would be more complicated…
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A Modern Industrial Loft Renovation in Chicago’s Logan Square
In Chicago’s bustling Logan Square, one couple has transformed their 1,000-square-foot brick warehouse loft into a stunning example of modern industrial design. Taking advantage of the space’s soaring 14-foot ceilings, they meticulously renovated their kitchen and bathroom, embracing a light-filled, airy aesthetic that breathes new life into the historic space while honoring its industrial roots.…
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Wine & Whiskey Cellar for a DC Basement Remodel
In the world of urban living, every square foot is an opportunity. For one Washington D.C. couple, a cramped, underutilized space beneath their basement stairs was not a forgotten corner, but a perfect canvas for a custom wine cellar. With a vision for an elegant entertaining space, they transformed this neglected room into a modern…
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Wall Removed for Open Minimalist Design in a NYC Condo Reno
Sometimes, a single wall can be a formidable barrier—not just to light, but to a homeowner’s entire vision for their space. For John, a minimalist with an eye for stunning views, his new Manhattan condo presented a classic urban dilemma: wall-to-wall windows overlooking Park Avenue, but a layout that kept the brilliance at bay. Aspiring…
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Doubled Space & Open Layout
For Elizabeth and Martin, their Bronx kitchen was more of a bottleneck than a culinary haven. At 124 square feet, it was poorly lit and tightly configured, making cooking a chore and gathering impossible. They knew they needed more than just new cabinets; they needed a whole new layout. By partnering with a design-build firm…
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My New Prop Garage Reveal – Including IKEA Shelving (Non-Spon) And A Lot Of Vintage Collections
I am a new person. Transformed! The fact that there aren’t more before/after shows for the “chronically disorganized” (me!) is a real missed TV opportunity. Now, I do give myself grace because the amount of stuff one has to have to do this job, run this company, and create so much design content so frequently…
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Jersey City “Bunny Mansion” Renovation: A Duplex Transformed
In the often-unpredictable landscape of New Jersey real estate, Carol and Jon discovered what appeared to be their ideal first home in Jersey City: a stately 1926 detached house. The catch, however, lay in its configuration as a two-family duplex. Their vision, a single-family dwelling tailored for themselves and their growing retinue of beloved rabbits…
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The Cozy DIY Cabin Everyone’s Asked To See (Packed With Genius Ideas To Steal)
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Hi everyone! It’s me, Jess. In case you’ve missed my dad, Les’, boomer dad gift guides, he’s quickly become a beloved contributor here at EHD. And while I couldn’t be more biased, I honestly wasn’t surprised. He’s my favorite person, and getting to share him with you is simply the best. (Plus, he feels like…
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We Found The Best Garage Doors Ever – See For Yourself
I never thought I’d be this excited to show you the prettiest garage doors ever. When we finally agreed to invest in making our garages better, our goal was to make them functional, but we had very low expectations on how beautiful they would be. Our garages aren’t on a street where neighbors can see…