We love kitchen renovations and before and afters — they're so satisfying, don't you think? Take a look at this breakfast nook transformation; it's particularly dramatic! It started with this, and then... More

I've been admiring this kitchen renovation from the blog Lemons, Avocados and the Bay for some time, so I decided to reach out to Tammy and ask a few questions about the overhaul and the inspiration behind the project. Read on for the full interview! More

This little kitchen is located on the Upper East Side of New York City, and it has undergone quite a transformation. Just a few months ago it was completely gutted — a scary process for any homeowner, but especially for this one!
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While not all of you will adore the color palette of this super successful Before & After, there are two lessons here to be learned by all. Number one, even if you rent your apartment or home, there's no reason not to ask your landlord for a little freedom in sprucing up your space. And, number two, a fresh coat of paint will brighten any room! Continue on for after pics as well as the interview originally published on Apartment Therapy's Color Cure. More

Cooking is in Whitney McGregor's genes. She grew up cooking and eating and drinking wine with her mother and her many brothers and sisters. In every home she has ever lived, the kitchen is where people gather and where memories are made. So it's no surprise that when she moved into her first home, fixing up the kitchen was first on her list. Her budget was tight, so tight in fact that it was virtually nonexistent.

But she didn't let that stop her! Read on to see her amazing $50 kitchen transformation!

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This kitchen was a little too honey colored for the homeowners, but working within a small budget, something had to change without too much expense. A little creativity, gold paint and some fabric later and the results are fabulous — all for $300! More

Tanja and Mark live in a 1000-square foot condo in Los Angeles, and they've wholeheartedly turned this space into a personal, comfortable home. They haven't been afraid to tackle some pretty major projects, too; their latest is the kitchen, which they just finished renovating on a budget, with environmentally-friendly choices. (Cork floor! Original cabinets, fixed up!) They managed to do it all for under $7000, which is a good deal anywhere, let alone pricey LA. Come see how they did it, and how the kitchen looked before. More

We are always curious to see how interior designers decorate and design their own houses, and these days, we're getting to see more of them (thanks, Internet!). Erika Powell of Urban Grace Interiors has a traditional style that feels young and fresh. And she recently upgraded her (refreshingly modest) kitchen without spending a fortune. That cool, grey-green paint color? Actually named Rosemary. More

Kitchen renovations increase the value of your home, no matter where you live. When you sit down at the drawing board it's easy to want to make drastic changes that feel opposite from what you are currently living with. This space makes modern updates that still allow it to stay light and bright, but add a touch of warmth as well. More

When Tess and Jess Carter set out to renovate their kitchen they had big plans and lots of details to accomplish. Their work feels flawless and accents the space in such a way that it feels extra comfortable and practical with little bits of personal flare here and there. Want to see what it looks like now? More