before & after living room makeovers that deserve applause

before

Outdated furniture and old carpeting call for a refresh with a more mod approach.

after

Inside this eclectically decked space, cozy textures and elements of an industrialized feel complete the mod-meets-rustic aesthetic of the room.

See it on Country Living.

before

This seaside cottage lacked light and color, with drab elements that downplayed the possibilities of the space.

after

A whitewashed interior and matching furnishings make for a light and airy space that complements the cottage’s Nantucket vibes.

See the makeover on Coastal Living.

before

An average spot decked with an exposed brick fireplace, polished wood flooring, and plenty of natural light, was lacking character while holding back from its true potential.

after

A modernized fireplace coupled with a pickled wood ceiling restoration transformed the room, channeling the old Florida aesthetic of the home.

See the entire makeover on Coastal Living.

before

Not all makeovers require a construction zone or a budget. Sometimes, rearranging the furniture can go a long way, especially if you’ve got Nate Berkus on your side.

after

Without a single purchased item, this room was instantaneously transformed, all with a simple swap of furnishings!

See more on Elle Decor.

before

A Manhattan parlor that elicited old world glamour was lacking life and the quintessence of its aesthetic.

after

A bright burst of color, texture, and one statement-making chandelier, revamped the space into a living room that exemplifies modern sophistication.

See more on Architectural Digest.

before

With an outdated structure, dull wall paint, and flooring in need of a fresh stain, this living room had certainly seen better days.

after

Whitewashed walls and furnishings of an eclectic sort elevate this colorfully vibrant space.

See more on BHG.

after

White walls, a pale pink shade on the ceiling, plus a few contemporary furnishings come together in this delightfully chic living space.

See the entire makeover on Oh Happy Day.

before

Dubbed as the eyesore of the neighborhood, this 1971, A-frame beach home had become entirely unsightly.

after

Fresh paint and an array of eclectic furnishings gave new life to this Hollywood Beach, CA spot.

See the entire makeover here.

before

For a room with as much potential as this, there was one prominent issue: the furniture was too big (and outdated) for the space.

after

After downsizing the sofa and upgrading the wall art, this living room was instantly refreshed! Spoiler alert: You won’t want to miss the fireplace mantle.

See the entire makeover on Refinery29.

before

A mismatched space sans a concrete style aesthetic called for an update that would make the most of the room’s stunning architecture.