Before and Afters1024 Stories

This covered space for empty nesters in Virginia includes a large fireplace, outdoor kitchen and beautiful stone accents

See how pros worked within existing layouts to give bathrooms with shower-tub combos whole new looks

A new layout creates an efficient work triangle, while larger windows and two-tone cabinets deliver a bright, warm look

A designer updates a 1990s bath with a lighter palette, looser layout and warm vibe with fluted white oak vanities

Home pros, including one found on Houzz, create stylish family hubs with storage, shelving and microwave drawers

A designer updates an empty-nest couple’s 1980s kitchen with an improved layout and a modern Spanish-influenced style

Home pros carefully accounted for wheelchairs, walkers and even a large bullmastiff in these bathroom designs

A designer and a builder loosen up a layout with a freestanding tub, bright palette and glass-enclosed low-curb shower

Oversize features bring drama and balance to this landscape designer’s compact North Carolina patio

A 1960s gem sparkles with mint St. Charles cabinets, zesty citrus wallpaper and a chic gold-and-black powder room

A designer transforms an empty-nest couple’s kitchen with two islands, two sinks, improved flow and sleek finishes