Category: before and after
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My Friend’s Moody Dark Green Dining Room (You Should See The Before)
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This is a real pleasure to introduce you to an eclectic cool dining room I helped design for one of my best friends. If you haven’t seen their living room, dining nook, or basement go check those out afterward, but what you’ll see is a continuation of this “traditional with a big edge” style, employing…
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Bland to Grand Family Home
With a baby on the way and a desire for more space, Idalee and Danny embarked on a transformative journey within their Clinton Hill co-op. What began as a one-bedroom apartment was carefully reconfigured, not only to carve out a cozy nursery from a former dining nook but also to open up the entire living…
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A One Day Makeover For My Friend – A Teen Basement With Colorful Gallery Wall Using What They Already Had
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When I retire I’m going to do this once a week for fun (and a little extra spending dough) – pop into a home, edit, curate, and restyle, then “BYE”! Like a fairy god-Styler (??). It’s INSANELY satisfying. Nic and Curtis were stumped with how to hang all their art down in their new dark…
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Transforming a Queens Home’s Exterior with Confidence
For Gary and his husband, their Queens home held ten years of memories, but its exterior felt like a faded photograph waiting for a vibrant touch. Intimidated by the thought of a major renovation, they finally found the courage to embark on a transformation that would inject rich color and a beautifully tweaked façade into…
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88-Year-Old Bath Gets Its First Facelift
Step inside a remarkable transformation where time stands still and then gracefully leaps forward. For Mary Ann and Frank, their Upper West Side co-op held decades of memories, including an original 1929 master bathroom that had truly seen better days. But with their children grown, the couple embarked on a long-awaited journey to breathe new…
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A Clever Closet Conversion in Long Island
Nestled amidst the verdant landscapes of Long Island, a charming 1990s home has become the canvas for a creative couple’s vision. Michelle and Nate, escaping the urban bustle of Brooklyn, found their tranquil retreat in Riverhead. Their first act of domestic artistry involved a clever spatial alchemy: an overlooked hallway closet, ripe with untapped potential,…
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Light-Filled Kitchen Extension & Remodel for Queens Townhouse
For nearly twenty years, Laura and Tim’s 1929 Queens townhouse served as the backdrop for raising their family. But while rich in history, the home’s aging galley kitchen was cramped, crumbling, and suffering from water damage. What began as a necessary update soon evolved into a transformative vision: not just remodeling the kitchen, but extending…
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100-Year-Old Home Remodel: HGTV Inspired Bronxville Reno
Inspired by years of HGTV viewing, Sara and Mike embarked on a comprehensive renovation of their nearly 100-year-old English Tudor in Bronxville, New York. What began as a choppy, awkward layout evolved into a modern, family-centric haven, complete with an open-concept kitchen, custom mudroom, and thoughtfully updated bathrooms. Battling the quirks of an aged home,…
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From Dungeon to Dream Home
In the heart of Manhattan’s coveted West Village, a mere 320-square-foot studio, once dubbed “The Dungeon” for its gloomy aesthetic, underwent a dramatic transformation. With a keen eye towards future resale and a $70,000 budget, homeowner Taylor, guided by Sweeten, infused the petite space with light, warmth, and a touch of modern artistry, proving that…
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I’ve Been Secretly Decorating My Best Friends House – Living Room Reveal Today!
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People use the word “thrilled” far too often when it should be reserved for me in moments like this. When it comes to this house I’m like a proud grandpa shoving wallet photos of my grandkids into strangers faces. Expect pride + bragging, with a big dose of personal bias. This is one of my…