Before and After: 5 Great Renovations That Don’t Cost a Fortune
Renovations are not only a lot of work, they are also a lot of fun. Who doesn't like having something new in their home? So you ask yourself: What would it be like if the wall was designed differently? Or if the furnishings had a completely different style? And these questions quickly turn into a firm desire to change something in your own four walls. But do you know what the best thing about it is? As long as the renovations don't require any structural changes to the house itself, a great renovation doesn't have to be expensive. With a little creativity, any room can become a wonderfully fresh favourite place with just a few resources. And that's exactly why we want to show you a total of 5 amazingly inexpensive renovations in the before and after today. Check it out now!
Before: Big, but unfortunately boring
Who among us doesn't secretly dream of having a large bathroom for themselves and their loved ones? With a great bathtub perhaps and lots of space to spread out and relax. A look into this bathroom reveals, however, that having space alone is unfortunately not everything. The decoration in this bathroom seems loveless, lacking in ideas and the tiles almost seem old-fashioned. All in all, a large bathroom, but unfortunately boring. What a waste, right?
After: A timeless wellness bath
Just between us: Isn't this exactly the kind of bathroom that we would all feel at home in? Just the right mix of modern functionality and timeless design. And the best thing about it: Not a single tile had to be moved. The blue wall design and the blue decorative elements bring life back into this room. The great wooden mirror completes the impression. Another wonderful example of how often only a few changes are needed, and they don't have to be expensive. With a bit of paint and new decor, the timeless feel-good bathroom is ready.
Before: Functional corner without charm
At first glance, the guest wonders: is this a living room or perhaps a waiting room? The grey sofa in front of the sober white wall is hardly more inviting when you see the glass table. But a look at the ceiling gives hope because there is indeed a lot of potential for a personal design. It is easy to imagine that with just a little paint and a bit of re-design, something great could be created here—inexpensively, of course! It would certainly be necessary!
After: A modern living environment
Great! The sight of the new living room immediately wins us over! The old-fashioned glass table and chairs have been replaced, but the general layout has remained the same. Even the grey sofa is still where it was before. Thanks to the contrasting wall shelf and the completely changed ceiling lighting, the entire room now has a modern living ambience—and with it even the grey sofa! Isn't it amazing how you can create something so wonderful from a functional corner with just a few colours and lots of light?
Before: A dark bedroom
Even for couch surfers or other alternative travelers, this bedroom is probably not a particularly inviting place. A sagging mattress without any bedding—and only a ceiling light? Is this really supposed to be a bedroom? It's almost a waste, because the rustic sloping roof and the rustic window offer so much potential for a pleasant bedroom design. Instead, the sight of this room sends a cold shudder.
After: A bright country house dream
With sensitivity and a lot of creativity, the professionals at Inuk Home Studio have created a modern country house dream here. The two bedside lamps in trendy brass support the modern design claim. The real eye-catcher is of course the charming country house-style window. Its character has been preserved even after the renovation and was additionally spectacularly showcased by the modern trend colour turquoise. The delicate floral patterns of the pillows and bed sheets seem almost playful but harmonize perfectly with the flair of the window frame. By the way, there is even more inspiration for your new country house bedroom here! Take a look now!
Before: Not rustic, not modern
At first glance, guests are conflicted. On the one hand, this kitchen is already perfectly lit and has potentially beautiful, rustic wooden fronts. The extractor hood is also a nice contrast that should be kept. The handles on the cupboards, on the other hand, are completely out of date. And the use of the worktops also seems to be poorly thought out. With so much conflict, there is probably only one thing that can help: paint! Lots of fresh paint!
After: Fresh, modern and with a touch of country house
Wait, is this still the same kitchen? With a new colour and new handles, both of which are super easy to get in stores, this kitchen no longer looks conflicted! It is a definite eye-catcher that you can't get enough of. The calming blue harmonizes wonderfully with the neutral white. And isn't the polished wooden floor just brilliant? It is also still in its original condition, by the way, but the new design finally shows off the way it deserves! The same goes for the ceiling! Fresh!
Before: A terrace with so much space and potential
This terrace offers all family members so much great space to linger. The warm wooden floor paired with the greenery, you don't need much more here. Often a bucket of paint is enough and of course the right idea—which you can also discuss with an interior designer. Sometimes the solution, for example, to turn a large terrace into a great feel-good lounge, lies in simply implementing smaller design ideas. But see for yourself…
After: A playful feel-good lounge with little resources
The changes are minimal, but they do have an impact. The small green area has given way to a great ensemble of differently designed, triangular areas. This also looks much more harmonious. The large plant pots now decorate the previously bare wall. Can it be that simple sometimes? Yes, it can! With a little creativity and a few resources, you can create something great from something great! Try it yourself!