Nate
I used to think you had to have a degree in interior design (or at least a giant budget and an exposed brick wall) to have a cool-looking space. But over time, and after many, many Pinterest spirals, I realized it’s more about creativity than perfection.
Some of the best decorating ideas I’ve seen didn’t come from showrooms. They came from real people turning awkward corners and tiny apartments into something that actually feels like home. And sometimes, all it takes is a little paint, a weird lamp, or the courage to hang something funky on the wall.
These home decorating ideas are proof that any space can be cool…whatever “cool” means to you.
1. “This Is My Downstairs Powder Room”
“Since it’s only 3′ x 5′, I thought the remodeling job would be easy. Nope. Took me about 8 weeks to complete. My home is from the Victorian-Era (circa 1900). I know this isn’t everyone’s cup of tea but I like it.”
2. “Nursery Makeover Before And After”
“We wanted a gender-neutral nursery with nature elements and a warm, sunny and cozy vibe. Missing a rug and a side table but it’s pretty much ready”
3. “Before And After Of Our Ugly Bathroom”
4. “Under Stairs Reading Nook”
“My husband and I built this reading nook and I couldn’t be more in love! (Will be adding a cabinet door to that empty space under the little fireplace and eventually making the fireplace look built in but that can wait)”
5. “Usually A Demo And Exterior Guy. Don’t Crush My Pantry. Before And Afters”
6. “We Love This Triangle Bookshelf”
7. “Gave Our Small Bathroom A Budget Makeover – Thoughts? (After/Before Pics)”
8. “Before And After: Kitty Room!”
9. “Kitchen Remodel Done Entirely By My Husband And I For $3k”
10. “Bathroom DIY Reno. So Happy!”
11. “Final Library Reveal!”
12. “Before And After Office Remodel”
13. “Our First Room Renovation In Our First Home. How’d We Do?”
14. “Pantry Reno Before & After”
“Slowly but surely turning this builder grade house into a home one project at a time! My goal was to have a neutral space with increased storage and functionality. We also took the opportunity to open up the wall to put in power outlets and run a water line to the wall where the stovetop is so we could drill through and install a pot filler.
The pantry was full to brim before the cabinets went up since the shelves were so narrow (they were also bowing from the lack of supports on the long side, why builder?!?) and now I have tons of empty space. A local company installed the cabinets and butcher block counter and then we did the tile backsplash. I’m considering some more fun/unique cabinet hardware but the current hardware matches what is in the kitchen and mudroom so I’m going to live with it a while and reconsider later.”
15. “Just Finished Our Front Room And We’re In Love! Ceiling Tiles Are From Amazon”
16. “My Husband Built Floating Shelves With Grow Lights For Some Of My Plants, And I Painted A Mural Behind Them”
17. “I Wallpapered My Built In Shelves And I’m In Love”
“Posted here for some advice on refreshing this room a few months ago and got some good advice that the shelves weren’t working as a focal point in the room with all the clear glass items (swipe for before photo). I didn’t want to get rid of the wineglasses etc since this a useful place for them so I added wallpaper to give it some pop and I love how it turned out.
Still working on making some small changes to the room but I’m thrilled with what a difference the wallpaper has made.”
18. “Moody Blues – Seattle, WA Bathroom Remodel”
19. “Closet Door Makeover!”
20. “Bathroom In 1931 Spanish Revival House In San Marino”
21. “Before & After (Well, During)”
22. “I Would Be Chuffed Too”
23. “Kitchen Reno – Reused And Reconfigured Existing Cabinets”
24. “Guest Bathroom Glow-Up, From Shed To Sea”
25. “Lean Into Your Pink Tiles”
“We bought our house in 2017. When we moved in, I hated our 1952 pink tiles. I almost painted them. But my dad said, “wait a few years. They will be back in style” now I’m so glad we didn’t.
I really leaned into the vintage vibes and added gold accents and stenciling to look like wallpaper. I’m so happy w how it turned out. These tiles were handmade in Italy and done so well. I wouldn’t be able to replace them w anything of real quality and it would gut me to break them all up.
So embrace your old house and really lean into what makes it unique instead of fighting it.”
h/t: r/HomeDecorating