Renovating With Style and Function

There comes a time in everyone’s lives when they take a look at their home and decide something’s got to change. Whether it’s a fresh coat of paint, a new lighting fixture, or any of the other dozens of changes you could make, the possibilities for revamping your space are endless.

This summer, we’re putting our renovation caps on to make our homes the places of our dreams—and we’re giving you all you need to get started, too. From designer-approved tips to design trends, we’ve got you covered. This is how we renovate with style.

Make Your Plans

Whether you’re in a home that you own or living in a rental, updating your space to fit your current style and needs has never been easier. If you think you need an interior designer to make big swings in your home’s aesthetic, think again: there are some home updates that you can do entirely on your own without consulting a professional.

Don’t know where to start with your home reno? We’ve thought of that too, and tapped the pros to give us the inside scoop on how to decide whether a renovation is worth it for you right now, whether it’s updating your bathroom or your kitchen.

And if you want to be in on the latest and greatest, designers have shared the top home decorating trends that have really popped off this year—but can also stand the test of time, so you don’t find yourself renovating again in five years.

Prioritize Good Lighting

Mostly satisfied with your home, but still feel like it’s missing that special something? It might be your lighting, and pros explain some of the top things they always do to make lighting just a little bit better.

But great lighting also means making the most of the natural light in your space, and choosing new windows can go a long way inside as well (spoiler: there are four major factors to consider, and they’ll make making your decision so easy).

Design-Forward Tips

If you’re a renter without a lot of flexibility (or just a homeowner who wants easier options for revamping), we’ve also gotten plenty of expert advice that can apply to you!

We want quick, easy upgrades that can make a huge impact (and make your home look more luxurious), so we can enjoy more outside time this summer, and our expert-approved guide makes it simple.

And if you want to just focus on one room rather than your whole home, whether turning your bedroom into the perfect sleep space or turning your bathroom into an at-home spa, we’ve got designer advice for that too—there’s something for everyone.