Before And After Home Renovation

I just love a good before and after, don’t you?

There’s just something so satisfying about seeing how far you’ve come

from where you started.

And when it seems like things are moving super sloooooooww with your reno,

it helps to take a look back

and see all the progress you’ve made.

You know,

the ‘glass half full’ kind of thing…

So I’ve been looking at some before and after home renovation images

to make myself feel better

and I thought you might like to see them too.

Are you ready??

GUEST BEDROOM

Before this room was being used as a home office.

There were cork squares glued to the wall that were painted blue/gray

And after we applied a board and batten wainscot and installed wood flooring it’s now a sanctuary space.

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Even the closet doors are special

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Get tips on how to style a bed HERE

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GUEST BATH

Before this bathroom had gray carpet, peach colored tile and the original 1960s vanity and countertop.

Now it’s like a spa with a Carrera marble wainscot, freestanding vanity with marble top and a custom framed mirror with mounted lights

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See how to save huge money on a bathroom remodel HERE and see how to make these floating box shelves HERE

Before the tub/shower was stuck in the 1980s

But now it’s a relaxing retreat

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LIVING ROOM

This is probably the most dramatic transformation.

Before, the living space was covered in dark wood paneling that was so popular in the 60s and 70s (I heard someone say the other day that this paneling is coming back in style — please, no!!).

And there was black volcanic rock on the wall that surrounded the fireplace

Now, there’s a media wall on this end of the room with beautiful cabinets

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(You can get a glimpse here of the deconstructed fireplace on the right that’s waiting to be finished)

So much better right??

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And the other end of the room had a pool table and heavy drapes

Now, it’s a completely different room with light airy drapes, wood floor, wood framed windows and crown molding

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And there was wallpaper and a bar on this wall before

And now, the dark heavy bar is gone and the wallpaper is just a memory

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This is the other side of the bar between the dining room and living room

It made such a huge difference when we tore all that out —

now this room is light, bright and welcoming!

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LOREN’S BATH

Before, this tiny bath had no style or personality

Now it’s cute and so much more functional!

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LOREN’S BEDROOM

Before was being used for storage

And after…

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HOME OFFICE

And here’s a look a my home office before

And after…

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This is where I spend most of my day and it’s such a great place to be!

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Bella likes it too!

See how to make this desk from filing cabinets HERE

Here’s the other side of the room before

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It’s now a sewing/sitting/workout space.

So there you have it!

Even though it sometime feels like things aren’t getting done,

when I look back,

I can see how much progress we’ve made

and it feels good!

Like I said —

glass half full…