#diy-projects
#diy-projects

4 weeks ago

Remodel

This Living Room Felt Cold - Then They Tried This Unexpected Paint Color

Remodel

She Built Her Own Couch for This 533-Square-Foot Los Angeles Rental Studio Apartment

Renovation

A $500 Makeover Turns This "Stark White" SF Kitchen into a Colorful Victorian Stunner

Renovation

This NYC Bedroom Makeover Has a DIY Canopy Fit for Royalty

Renovation

$700 Later, a '90s Half Bath Is the Nicest Room in the Apartment

23 hours ago

This Colorful Rome Apartment Shouldn't Work - But It All Started with a 1970s Yellow Floor

The vibrant Rome apartment's design is inspired by its original 1970s yellow tile floor, leading to colorful and bold decor choices.

4 weeks ago

This Living Room Felt Cold - Then They Tried This Unexpected Paint Color

Using paint and wall molding can personalize a living space and enhance its warmth and character.

She Built Her Own Couch for This 533-Square-Foot Los Angeles Rental Studio Apartment

Julia Mata transformed her 533-square-foot studio into distinct functional zones using color and DIY projects, reflecting her identity and creativity.

Renovation

A $500 Makeover Turns This "Stark White" SF Kitchen into a Colorful Victorian Stunner

Renovation

This NYC Bedroom Makeover Has a DIY Canopy Fit for Royalty

Renovation

$700 Later, a '90s Half Bath Is the Nicest Room in the Apartment

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#retro-gaming

2 days ago

Gadgets

You Can Play Pokemon Gold on Your Wrist, Thanks to a 2-Year Build - Yanko Design

Video games

This 3D printed mini arcade racing toy revives Road Fighter nostalgia and you can build it at home - Yanko Design

2 days ago

You Can Play Pokemon Gold on Your Wrist, Thanks to a 2-Year Build - Yanko Design

Retro gaming handhelds have evolved, with modders creating innovative designs like the Time Frog Color, a Game Boy Color wristwatch.

Video games

This 3D printed mini arcade racing toy revives Road Fighter nostalgia and you can build it at home - Yanko Design

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This Barely-Functional Kitchen Was Fixed for Just $550

Small, budget-friendly kitchen upgrades can significantly improve functionality and aesthetics without a complete renovation.

#home-improvement

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5 Genius Ways to Give Concrete Porches a Gorgeous Glow Up

fromBuzzFeed

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Homeowners Are Revealing The One Budget-Friendly Upgrade That Continues To Make The Biggest Difference

Remodel

A Privacy Trick and Bold Colors Transformed a Bare, Exposed Concrete Balcony

Remodel

This Cookie-Cutter Powder Room Now Feels Like a Fancy Hotel

I Added a Bonus Hangout Spot to My Yard Using Leftover Landscaping Materials

Building a paver patio using leftover materials can create an attractive outdoor space, despite challenges posed by injury.

3 Projects That Made This Couple's First House a Welcoming Retreat

Miya and Edgar transformed their living room with DIY projects to create a warm, relaxing oasis, using a budget of $17,500.

5 Genius Ways to Give Concrete Porches a Gorgeous Glow Up

Concrete front porches can be transformed with creative DIY projects and upgrades.

fromBuzzFeed

Homeowners Are Revealing The One Budget-Friendly Upgrade That Continues To Make The Biggest Difference

Cost-effective home improvement projects can significantly enhance comfort and aesthetics for homeowners.

A Privacy Trick and Bold Colors Transformed a Bare, Exposed Concrete Balcony

Revamping a small balcony can enhance privacy and aesthetics, creating a relaxing outdoor retreat.

This Cookie-Cutter Powder Room Now Feels Like a Fancy Hotel

A family transformed a boring powder room into a distinctive space reflecting their personality during an eight-week DIY project.

Renovation

I Added a Bonus Hangout Spot to My Yard Using Leftover Landscaping Materials

Renovation

3 Projects That Made This Couple's First House a Welcoming Retreat

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#home-renovation

Remodel

A Dark Kitchen Is Now "Warm and Bright" Thanks to Floating Shelves and Subway Tile

fromLos Angeles Times

Renovation

More is more in this L.A. 'barn' exploding with thrifted finds and maximalist flair

Renovation

A Lackluster '80s Fireplace Got a Bold, Cozy Redo - with Zero White Paint

from1500 Days to Freedom

Retirement

F.O.O.L.I.S.H. Project Update: Big Money, Bigger Joy! - 1500 Days to Freedom

This Early Aughts Kitchen Got a Bright and Modern Makeover for Under $4,000

Heather and John Stewart transitioned from renters to owners of their long-time apartment, excited to personalize their space.

A 1990s Kitchen Is Unrecognizable After Its Colorful Cabinet Makeover

First-time homeowners tackled DIY projects before hiring professionals for a complete kitchen upgrade.

A Dark Kitchen Is Now "Warm and Bright" Thanks to Floating Shelves and Subway Tile

Buying a flipped house allows for immediate move-in and future customization opportunities.

fromLos Angeles Times

More is more in this L.A. 'barn' exploding with thrifted finds and maximalist flair

A couple transformed a barn-style house in Inglewood into their dream home despite its initial flaws and budget constraints.

A Lackluster '80s Fireplace Got a Bold, Cozy Redo - with Zero White Paint

Homeowner Jared Ashby transformed a dated living room fireplace into a modern focal point using concrete and a bold color scheme.

from1500 Days to Freedom

Retirement

F.O.O.L.I.S.H. Project Update: Big Money, Bigger Joy! - 1500 Days to Freedom

Renovation

This Early Aughts Kitchen Got a Bright and Modern Makeover for Under $4,000

Renovation

A 1990s Kitchen Is Unrecognizable After Its Colorful Cabinet Makeover

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#home-decor

Remodel

This Boring Bedroom Got a Cozy $275 Upgrade - and It Changed Everything

Remodel

This 495-Square-Foot Vail Rental Uses Renter-Friendly Tricks to Cure a "Standard" Apartment

LA real estate

A Shag Rug and Beanstalk Are Just a Few of the Details in an LA "Boy Apartment"

Renovation

This "Traditional" Entryway Took a Turn for the Colorful and Maximalist in a $1,350 Makeover

Renovation

This Living Room's Makeover Feels Like a Cozy Hideway

Renovation

The Cozy Furniture Piece Christina Hendricks Just Had to Have in Her Dining Room

This Boring Bedroom Got a Cozy $275 Upgrade - and It Changed Everything

A beautiful bedroom transformation can be achieved on a budget, as demonstrated by Nicole Ellsworth's project costing under $300.

This 495-Square-Foot Vail Rental Uses Renter-Friendly Tricks to Cure a "Standard" Apartment

Paola transformed her plain rental apartment in Vail, Colorado into a personalized space using renter-friendly solutions and a focus on feelings.

LA real estate

A Shag Rug and Beanstalk Are Just a Few of the Details in an LA "Boy Apartment"

Renovation

This "Traditional" Entryway Took a Turn for the Colorful and Maximalist in a $1,350 Makeover

Renovation

This Living Room's Makeover Feels Like a Cozy Hideway

Renovation

The Cozy Furniture Piece Christina Hendricks Just Had to Have in Her Dining Room

more#home-decor

#kitchen-renovation

Remodel

The Same '90s Countertops Look Brand New After a Kitchen's Paint Redo

A "Dated" 2000s Brown Wood Kitchen Gets a Bold, No Reno Refresh

A couple refreshed their outdated kitchen with a $1,000 budget, focusing on function and personality before a full renovation.

Remodel

This Kitchen Ditched Its Dated Orange Tones for a Softer, More Modern Look

Painting kitchen cabinets can be a cost-effective alternative to replacement.

Renovation

This Tiny Kitchen's Makeover Has the Coolest DIY Pot Rack

A kitchen renovation can enhance historic charm while improving functionality and modernizing the space.

The Same '90s Countertops Look Brand New After a Kitchen's Paint Redo

Kitchens can be updated significantly with simple changes like painting cabinets and replacing flooring.

A "Dated" 2000s Brown Wood Kitchen Gets a Bold, No Reno Refresh

A couple refreshed their outdated kitchen with a $1,000 budget, focusing on function and personality before a full renovation.

This Kitchen Ditched Its Dated Orange Tones for a Softer, More Modern Look

Painting kitchen cabinets can be a cost-effective alternative to replacement.

Renovation

This Tiny Kitchen's Makeover Has the Coolest DIY Pot Rack

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This "Boring and Bland" Bedroom Got a $300 Redo With an Under-$50 Hack

Breaking home makeover projects into smaller tasks makes them manageable and less overwhelming.

3 weeks ago

A Rare Frankfurt Kitchen and 100-Year-Old Woodwork Shine in This Rental Apartment

Restoring old spaces can reveal their original beauty and charm, rather than replacing them with new items.

#upcycling

3 weeks ago

Remodel

Transform Old Pot Lids Into Clever Countertop Storage With This Easy Trick - Tasting Table

Renovation

The Unexpected Way To Upcycle A Broken Toaster In Your Kitchen - Tasting Table

3 weeks ago

Transform Old Pot Lids Into Clever Countertop Storage With This Easy Trick - Tasting Table

Transforming old pot lids into a tiered rack provides a stylish storage solution while promoting upcycling and organization in the kitchen.

Renovation

The Unexpected Way To Upcycle A Broken Toaster In Your Kitchen - Tasting Table

more#upcycling

fromArchitectural Digest

8 years ago

33 Small Laundry Room Ideas for the Tiniest of Spaces

Transform small laundry spaces into functional and stylish areas with creative design ideas and bold colors.

fromBackyard Garden Lover

2 months ago

The 4 Best Things to Grab from IKEA's As-Is Section, According to Experts

Check the IKEA as-is section for discounted, customizable items like IVAR cabinets that are versatile, sturdy, and ideal for DIY projects.

3 months ago

4 Ways Social Media Is Ruining DIY

Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram promise quick DIY wins, but they often set unrealistic expectations that turn hobby projects into costly disasters. This piece uncovers four key ways social media undermines DIY success, drawing from expert warnings and viral pitfalls.

Renovation

Arts

fromdesignyoutrust.com

6 months ago

Artist Rutger Paulusse Turns Geometry into Living, Breathing Sculptures

A diverse collection of creative, bizarre, and nostalgic visual-art and human-interest pieces showcasing DIY projects, crafts, photography, transformations, and unusual cultural artifacts.

6 months ago

The Best DIY Paper Projects

Repurposing household paper and cardboard into functional DIY projects reduces waste and creates useful items like chairs and home accessories.

Relationships

Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 Shrinks Down to 5 Inches for Compact, Creative DIY Builds - Yanko Design

The Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 offers a compact 5-inch touchscreen with multi-touch support, enhancing creativity for smaller DIY projects.

fromHouse Digest

The Viral Accent Wall Idea That'll Transform Your Home Office Into A Cozy Space - House Digest

A wood-paneled accent wall can transform a home office into a cozy and productive space.

#kitchen-design

Renovation

Give Your White Kitchen A Pop Of Color By Painting This Unexpected Spot - Tasting Table

Renovation

Turn Thrifted Plates Into The Prettiest Kitchen Storage You've Ever Seen - Tasting Table

Graphic design

What Is A Kitchen Command Center And What Purpose Does It Serve? - Tasting Table

Renovation

Give Your White Kitchen A Pop Of Color By Painting This Unexpected Spot - Tasting Table

Renovation

Turn Thrifted Plates Into The Prettiest Kitchen Storage You've Ever Seen - Tasting Table

Graphic design

What Is A Kitchen Command Center And What Purpose Does It Serve? - Tasting Table

more#kitchen-design

fromArchitectural Digest

The Best Home Theater Ideas for Elevated Binge-Watching

Thornton achieves a moody theater with "dark and layered fabrics-lots of velvets, wools, and mohairs," emphasizing that "lighting is everything-there's nothing worse than an overlay room. Dimmable lights are a must."

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Cooking

Cook With the Sun: Solar Oven Recipes

Solar ovens allow cooking without electricity, making summer heat a cooking advantage.

Museum-Worthy Wallpaper Was the Exact Ingredient That This Kitchen Was Missing

Floral wallpaper enhances kitchen aesthetics, complementing color schemes while being renter-friendly and affordable.

Don't Throw Out Those Yogurt Cups, Turn Them Into A Practical Garden Solution - Tasting Table

Recycling yogurt containers provides a practical solution for seedling starters, enabling effective plant growth while minimizing waste from single-use plastics.

Agriculture

#sustainability

Environment

Earth911 Podcast Classic: Sustainability at Home -- Food, Detergents, and Reuse Projects

Renovation

E-waste Dell Inspiron gets turned into the ultimate tabletop arcade rig - Yanko Design

Wine

Stop Throwing Out Old Wine Corks, And Use Them For This Hack Instead - Tasting Table

Environment

Earth911 Podcast Classic: Sustainability at Home -- Food, Detergents, and Reuse Projects

Renovation

E-waste Dell Inspiron gets turned into the ultimate tabletop arcade rig - Yanko Design

Wine

Stop Throwing Out Old Wine Corks, And Use Them For This Hack Instead - Tasting Table

Guy Goes Viral Painting Donkey Kong Bananza Yellow And Ruining His Switch

A fan attempted to paint his Donkey Kong Bananza cartridge yellow but ended up jamming it in his Switch 2.

Coffee

DIY smart coffee table features a map of Cincinnati - Yanko Design

A DIY smart coffee table integrates a Cincinnati map with real-time traffic updates, combining woodworking and technology.

This Bathroom Got a Complete Makeover with Mostly Paint (It's so Playful!)

Blayke Sykes renovated a neglected bathroom by fixing plumbing issues and using warm, stylish decor to create a mid-century modern atmosphere.

Everyday cooking

Dollar Tree Mason Jars Are The Cutest Way To Upgrade Your Condiment Bar - Tasting Table

Mason jars from Dollar Tree can enhance party aesthetics and improve kitchen organization by serving a variety of storage purposes.

5 Weekend Home Projects That Cost Less Than $100 Each (They'll Make a Huge Difference!)

Affordable DIY projects can enhance a rental space without major investment.

Tech industry

5 Best DIY Projects Every Modern Maker & Tinkerer Should Try - Yanko Design

The maker movement merges creativity and engineering, enabling engaging DIY projects that promote technology and sustainability.

This Easy IKEA Hack Creates a Luxe-Looking Media Console

The EKET hack utilizes four square IKEA EKET cabinets, combining one with a door and three without, to create a chic media console for just $250.

Renovation

fromwww.esquire.com

Shop 61% off DeWalt Power Tools During Prime Day 2025

Prime Day offers significant discounts on tools, perfect for both practical home needs and enthusiast projects.

10 Ikea Hacks To Know Before Remodeling Your Kitchen - Tasting Table

Transform your kitchen on a budget using simple hacks and repurposed items.

#kitchen-remodel

Renovation

Here's How Much Money You Should Allot For A Kitchen Remodel - Tasting Table

Remodel

This Budget-Friendly Backsplash Trick Saves You A Full Remodel - Tasting Table

Renovation

Here's How Much Money You Should Allot For A Kitchen Remodel - Tasting Table

Remodel

This Budget-Friendly Backsplash Trick Saves You A Full Remodel - Tasting Table

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Store Nespresso Pods In This Overlooked Spot In The Kitchen For Easy Access - Tasting Table

A Nespresso Vertuo machine offers convenience for coffee lovers by using Vertuo pods, which simplify the brewing process by having instructions on their rims.

Food & drink

This Once Rodent-Ridden Backyard Is Now a Dreamy Retreat

Transforming an unmaintained backyard into a retreat is possible with effort, care, and proper planning.

The Overlooked Thrift Store Section That Can Add Color And Charm To Your Kitchen - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often house a variety of textiles such as embroidered tablecloths, towels, and aprons that can add color and character to your kitchen.

Renovation

I Tried 3 Ways to Refresh Outdoor Furniture - Here's What Worked

I tested the methods of teak restorer, mineral oil, and olive oil on my outdoor wood furniture. Each method involved cleaning, applying, and wiping off after a few minutes.

Renovation

Repurpose Old Loaf Pans For Simple And Functional Storage - Tasting Table

Old bread pans can be creatively reused for organizing household items, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics.

fromZDNET

Why this electric screwdriver is one of the best investments I've made for my home

The new Bosch Go electric screwdriver features significant upgrades, including USB-C charging, enhanced battery capacity, and improved ergonomics for user comfort.

This Plain Bedroom's Makeover Has the Coziest Vibes (and the Most Gorgeous Paint Color)

Painting rental walls can personalize a space and enhance its style.

DIY project helps you build your own solar generator inspired by NASA - Yanko Design

DIY solar generators are increasingly accessible and affordable for everyone.

Building a solar generator can help reduce electricity bills and environmental impact.

A video tutorial offers guidance on creating your own solar-powered generator.

This Dreary Kitchen's Fresh Transformation Features "No Brown!"

Homeowners can successfully remodel kitchens from afar with trusted professionals.

Color selection and repurposing materials play crucial roles in modern kitchen design.

Books

Entire Discworld series turned into a rotating book wheel - Yanko Design

Nerdforge's Martina transformed all 40 Discworld novels into a single rotating book wheel, blending creativity with book art.

fromTravel + Leisure

Shoppers Transformed This On-Sale Shed Into a Camping Getaway and Tiny Waterfront House

"If a backyard retreat piques your interest, consider bringing this charming shed home while it's on sale for just under $3,000 at Wayfair."

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Cars

fromThe Autopian

Meet The Unsung Hero Of Our $800/375,000-Mile NYC Cab Build And The Miracle Window He Made - The Autopian

Collaboration and support from skilled individuals, like Andy King, are crucial for ambitious projects, even when initial approaches seem adequate.

This Renter-Friendly IKEA Hack Turns Any Balcony into a Greenhouse

DIY greenhouse project by Mema & Dadam maximizes balcony space and showcases creativity in apartment gardening.

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

9 Ingenious Ways to Add Bonus Shade to Your Backyard This Summer

Now is the time to enjoy spending time at your home al fresco. Just picture it: sipping iced tea while gabbing with friends, enjoying a light beach read, or relaxing with a fresh crossword puzzle.

Remodel

kurahito craft transforms slab of wood into a flexible and see-through lampshade cover

The creator uses a thicker piece of wood and modifies his design, cutting all four sides, resulting in a flexible lampshade that doesn't break.

Design

Lenovo Legion Go Mod Transforms Handheld PC into a Portable Arcade Machine - Yanko Design

The Lenovo Legion Go inspires a modular handheld gaming approach, encouraging personalized designs for arcade gaming enthusiasts.

Miscellaneous

fromArs Technica

What I learned from a Bambu Labs A1 3D printer, part 2: Upgrades and mistakes

Learning to 3D-print has been a journey, filled with valuable insights into materials and printer capabilities.

Everyday cooking

I Can't Get Over This Dollar Tree Kitchen Organization Hack (It's Brilliant!)

Coffee prices are high, making cost-effective organization solutions crucial for coffee lovers.

fromThe Verge

Elgato is letting you stick a Stream Deck on anything

Elgato's new 'Stream Deck Everywhere' strategy introduces software-based and hardware solutions, enhancing usability for a wider audience including developers and manufacturers.

Gadgets