B&A: A $10 Redo Turns a Gloomy Brick Fireplace into a Cheery Focal Point

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

B&A: A Laundry Room with Wire Shelving Gets a Cozy, Functional $500 Upgrade

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

Before and After: A Two-Piece Cabinet Gets a Charming Two-Tone Painted Makeover

Heather Bien Contributor Heather Bien is a Washington, D.C.-based freelance writer whose work has appeared on MyDomaine, The Knot, Martha Stewart Weddings, HelloGiggles, and more. You’ll often find her making pitstops for roadside antique shops, drooling over original hardwood floors, or perfecting her latte recipe.

B&A: A 1954 Kitchen Keeps Its Checkerboard Floors But Adds Chic IKEA Cabinetry

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

B&A: A Gray Builder-Grade Bathroom Gets a Luxe-Looking Overhaul for $5,300

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

B&A: A 1940s Fan Found in the Trash Gets a Groovy Orange Redo for Just $20

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

B&A: This Louisiana House Was Modernized But Kept All Its Historic Charm

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Name: Lauren Granger, Dustin Granger, daughters Mireille (6) and Inès (3), Tangy the catLocation: Lake Charles’s Charpentier Historic District, LouisianaSize: 4,950 square feetType of Home: HouseYears Lived In: 6 … Read more

Before and After: A Dated ’70s Rental Kitchen Gets a $180 Fresh Boho-Style Redo

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

B&A: A Yellow Meditation Space Becomes a Dramatic, MCM-Inspired Dining Room

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

Before and After: A Renter-Friendly $67 IKEA Hack Rescues a “Dreaded Boob Light”

Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.