Before & After

Penny Black Interiors deftly updates the midcentury Humphrey House in the West Hills of Portland with standout cabinetry, gorgeous tile, and wallpaper galore.

Once tied to a rice plantation, the renovated Shimotoyama House in Japan becomes a bright family home thanks to ALTS Design Office.

After suffering years of neglect, the historic Maison Clark home is brought back to life by architecture firm la SHED with a fresh new look to match its vibrant, hip neighborhood.

An East Coast design-build firm shows us how it's done when it comes to chic kitchen overhauls.

Since 2015, when Ashley and Ross Goldman bought a Craftsman-style bungalow in their hometown of San Diego, California, they've worked diligently to turn it into a warm, stylish,...

In Seattle, SHED Architecture & Design infuses a historic midcentury with modern vibes without compromising the home's unique design.

Breanna Bertolini of blog Brepurposed mixes vintage and modern elements in this bright, stylish bathroom renovation as part of the One Room Challenge.

Moss Design redevelops a deserted corner store into Logan Certified—a furniture and art gallery, showroom, apartment, and office space—for a newly expanded architecture and design...

In Paris, a painter's granddaughter turns to Atelier Wilda to transform a 484-square-foot studio into a minimalist family home that abounds with smart storage and integrated...

An old home in Lake Oswego, Oregon, receives a modern makeover from MOA Architecture, while keeping its midcentury charm intact.

After stumbling upon an outdated Airstream on eBay, a couple decide to make a radical life change—and Mavis the Airstream is born.

Three companies donated materials to Merida-based Dosa Studio to help create the bright, airy family home Casa Palmas on a densely built-up site in Texcoco.

After a complete renovation, a drab 700-square-foot apartment in Barcelona is now a bright and vibrant home thanks to Colombo and Serboli Architecture.

After a deliberate makeover by the builder's granddaughter, A-Frame Haus in Utah is welcoming new guests.

SHED Architecture & Design doesn't shy away from the challenge of an extensive kitchen revamp.

The couple behind The Arrow Anglers revamp an outdated Everest travel trailer on a tight budget, infusing modern amenities and farmhouse-inspired vibes.

Brooklyn–based practice Isaac-Rae reimagines an outdated beach house in as a modern year-round second home for a family of four.

The Drifter Way House in Canada is transformed into a modern home with two additional rental units by Stark Architecture.

Using a restrained color and material palette, Gosplan Architects transforms an old home in Genova into a bright, functional flat called Into the Woods.

Following a meticulous restoration and gut renovation by Frances Mildred, an elegantly revamped Park Slope townhouse hits the market for $4,495,000.

The SOMA Residence by Dumican Mosey Architects showcases a wide array of art—including a Fiat mounted upside down from the ceiling.

A generic Brooklyn brownstone is transformed into a bright and spacious home—idyllic for entertaining kids and adults alike.

Local architects optimize the 376-square-foot space to still allow the tiny home to celebrate its remarkable past.

Beautifully executed finishes and varied textures turn a tired 1960s Airstream into a vibrant home—lovingly nicknamed Marjorie.

With 20-foot ceilings and full-height windows, this former Ukrainian equipment space breathes new life as an elegant, modern abode.

An Australian couple and their three-year-old son prepare for life on the road in Canada.

A dated midcentury dwelling in Santa Barbara is transformed into a bright, airy abode—perfectly suited for contemporary living.

Whether they suffered from outdated amenities, a convoluted floor plan, or were just plain crumbling down, these modern home remodels are unrecognizable from their sordid pasts.

Renovated for the first time since it was built in 1955, a Nashville home is updated to meet modern demands while staying true to its midcentury bones.

Doherty Design Studio carefully transforms a brick church with a history of overlapping renovations into an inviting home for a family of five.