Taking on a home renovation project can be daunting. Most of us donโt have infinite cash to spare so we have to pick and choose our priorities. Do we want a comfortable deck where we can enjoy summer nights with the family? Or are we dying to get rid of that ugly popcorn ceiling thatโs been driving us crazy for years?
Renovations can be big, small, or any size in between. Ultimately, theyโre all about what you want as a homeowner. Theyโre great for shaping your living space into something you truly love and feel comfortable in.
These days, with the wealth of the internet, you can find hundreds of amazing ideas for renovating your home. Some projects are enormous and cost a lot of money. Others are made for those on a budget. But then there are others more on the traditional side, as well as those that require creativity and thinking outside of the box.
Whatever youโre looking for in a home renovation, youโre bound to be looking for ideas. Consider these examples. These 40 ideas for remodeling and redesigning your home are for every budget and every home. Itโs up to you to decide what youโre ready to take on.
1. An aquarium on your staircase
Having an aquarium anywhere in your house is cool, but forget about any old fish tank. How about having one you can admire every time you go up or down the stairs?
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2. An out-of-this-world space mural
Imagine waking up to a view of outer space on your bedroom wall. You can always have the mural painted โ but you can also find patterns like this in sticker form.
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The Gadget Flow
3. A special home for your pup
Every animal needs a private space to relax, eat, and chill. If youโre wondering what to do with the area under the stairs, a pet room is a perfect idea.
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The Rodimels
4. An amazing piece of art above your fireplace
Talk about a statement piece. This amazing stone mosaic above the fireplace is an excellent way to add some interest to your living room. Your mantel will be anything but boring.
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5. Everyone needs a secret room
If you thought secret rooms were only for ancient castles and austere mansions, think again. Some companies will install one in your home โ or renovate an existing room where you can hide.
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Instagram/hidden_passageway
6. A refracting light table
Weโve all seen prisms that hang in windows, throwing light across the floor. Now imagine having an entire table consisting of prisms. Itโs enough to light up an entire room.
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7. Dizzying art on the bathroom floor
We donโt usually put art on the floor these days, but maybe itโs time to bring that style back. Itโll give everyone something to look at the next time they forget to take their phone into the bathroom.
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8. A glorious playroom for the kids
Every child needs a great playroom, but this one goes above and beyond. What kid wouldnโt love to climb a ladder into a special room?
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9. A stained glass front door
Who said stained glass was only for churches and art galleries? You can add an extra element to your front door with a stained-glass panel.
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10. An aquarium under the coffee table
If you dream of having a fish tank, you might wonder where to put it, especially if you have a smaller house. Why not place it right in the middle of your living room to serve as a coffee table? Just donโt put your feet on it.
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11. A gorgeous cloud lamp
While this lamp isnโt made out of real clouds, itโs still an amazing replica. Itโs enough to beautify any room.
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12. An indoor skate park
If youโre a dedicated skateboarder whoโs looking for a big home renovation, why not consider adding an indoor skate park? This is an incredible idea for a garage or basement.
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13. An upcycled bicycle as a bathroom sink
Upcycling is a big trend right now as people come up with ideas for reusing items in artistic and practical ways. I bet you never thought to reuse a bicycle as the base for a sink.
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14. Beautifully textured floors
Textured floors arenโt widely known these days. In fact, the idea seems a bit retro. But itโs possible to make them in a way thatโs both attractive and comfortable.
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15. A magical childโs room
If you think back to when you were a kid โ you probably wouldโve lost your mind with excitement over this creative room. It looks like something straight out of a fairy tale.
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16. A clever compartment under the stairs
The space under your stairs doesnโt need to be a boring old storage closet. You can use it for any number of things, including an emergency shelter or a private place to escape for some peace.
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17. An otherworldly nighttime mural
Weโve all seen murals before, but I doubt most of us have seen ones that change at night. Yep, you read that right โ this mural becomes an amazing nighttime scene once the sun begins to set.
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18. An outdoor shed turned into a studio
Many of us have a shed on our property intended for storage. But why use it simply to store items when you could turn it into a beautiful studio or outdoor office?
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Jacqui Dodds
19. An amazing clubhouse for the kids
Whatโs the single best way to make your kids the most popular in the neighborhood? Build them an indoor clubhouse in the shape of a ship.
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20. A living room conversation pit
No matter how comfortable the furniture in your living room is, you probably canโt describe it as a nest. But conversation pits or nests are a new trend thatโs irresistibly cozy.
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21. A reading nook under the stairs
If youโre stumped for what to do with that space under the stairs, there are tons of options. How about turning it into a cozy reading nook, lined with your favorite books, of course?
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Brooklyn Berry Designs
22. A backyard treehouse
Who said treehouses had to be crude and haphazard? Today, some treehouses function as outdoor decks or studios. Thatโs the kind of kid stuff every adult still wants.
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The Lettered Cottage
23. An in-wall pest control system
Believe it or not, there are wall systems designed to repel pests from your home. They get rid of everything from insects to mice, as well as other rodents.
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24. Space-saving baseboard drawers
If you look around your house, you can find tons of places to add more storage if you renovated the right way. Those kitchen baseboards are a perfect place to store extra pots and pans.
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Family Handyman
25. A ceiling hammock
If your house has high ceilings, youโre missing out if you donโt have a ceiling hammock. This is ideal for the edge of a railing off the second floor. Just donโt panic if you fall asleep.
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26. A shower recliner
You can instantly take your shower from functional to luxurious by adding a shower recliner, or an โS seat.โ This lets you lay down and enjoy the water or steam โ whichever you prefer.
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27. Magnetic walls
You can even furnish your home with magnetic walls. Talk about making it easy to hang pictures and posters. With this, thereโs no need to use nails or Command strips ever again.
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28. A stylish bedroom platform
A bedroom platform isnโt just attractive. Itโs also a perfect place to add extra storage without using a lot of space. Plus, it looks incredibly cool.
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DIY Cozy Home
29. A bar rail on the porch
If you host a lot of parties, you and your guests will probably spend significant time outside on the deck. But besides the grill and chairs, you need a place for drinks. A built-in bar is an excellent choice.
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Family Handyman
30. A lofted playroom
If you have some extra ceiling space, it might be a perfect place for a new playroom. Itโs kid-sized and secure, especially if you install it over a staircase.
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Apartment Therapy
31. Mirrored Illusion
Not only does this look fantastic, but mirrors will visually make the room feel and seem bigger.
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32. A bedroom skylight
Skylights arenโt just for kitchen and bathrooms, and thereโs no rule saying they have to be small. This gigantic skylight is perfect for laying back in bed and watching the stars.
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My Dream Abode
33. A floor-to-ceiling bedroom mural
Forget about having a couple of pictures on the wall. Instead, add some interest to one of your bedroom walls with a giant mural. These could be painted on if you prefer the DIY route.
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My Dream Abode
34. A window seat/trundle bed combo
For many people, their dream home includes a window seat. But thereโs no reason why it only needs to be a seat. With a trundle bed, you can skip the guest room and provide extra sleeping space. Now you have a two-in-one solution.
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35. A multi-directional shower
We all love taking a hot, steamy shower. But this multi-directional shower looks like the height of luxury. Imagine being hit by hot water from every angle.
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36. Curtains around the deck
Having a deck is wonderful for barbecues, parties, and just plain relaxing outdoors. But it can leave you a bit overexposed. These curtains keep things light and airy while giving you some privacy.
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37. Baseboard lights
During the next home renovation, letโs skip the night lights and install some helpful baseboard lighting instead. It ensures youโre never left totally in the dark, and it looks great.
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Somos Deco
38. An attic lounge room
When we say a lounge room, we mean a lounge room. These rooms are perfect for small spaces. You can turn a room into one giant nest/bed to relax in total comfort.
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Sarah Hobbs
39. A kitchen island made from a barrel
A kitchen island is a great thing to have, but they can be expensive and time-consuming to install. How about upcycling an island from a barrel for a shabby chic look?
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Mom 4 Real
40. An outdoor movie theater
An outdoor movie theater is an ideal way to make summer nights fun for your friends and family. One thingโs for sure: itโll make you the most popular homeowner in the neighborhood.
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