Nothing showcases the transformative power of good design like a before and after reveal. From blank guests rooms turned hotel-inspired retreats, to cozy yet functional living spaces fit for family movie marathons, we take pride in helping people turn their houses into homes.
In addition to our professional home tours with the likes of Rachel Zoe, Odette Annable, and Ashley Graham, impressive Havenly design makeovers are peppered across social media, too. From apartment projects in New York to full home makeovers in Austin, we’ve had the pleasure of helping out countless fellow design lovers on their personal interior upgrades. Ahead, step inside nine of our favorite design transformations shared across Instagram, courtesy of Havenly customers.
From Blank to Boho Chic
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After moving into a new apartment in New York City with her husband, Christine Tran (@toudelust on Instagram) tapped Havenly to breathe life into her main bedroom. Her designer managed to take the couple from floor mattress to cozy boho-chic retreat in a matter of weeks. “I absolutely love the clean, natural look of the room,” says Christine. “My designer did an amazing job and knew exactly what I wanted.”
From Cold to Cozy
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Holiday guests actually prompted Noelle Downing‘s vintage-inspired Havenly makeover in upstate New York. While she decorated most of the home herself, the guest house was low on the priority list until friends and family started planning their stay. “We wanted to create the perfect upstate oasis for our loved ones,” she explains. “I was so excited about how it turned out — even the 3D rendering brought the design to life.”
From Drab to Dreamy
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Design lover Keiko Lynn had big plans for the front room-slash-studio in her South Florida home. But she needed a little design help when it came to the layout and architectural features. “It has incredibly high ceilings, and felt extremely cold and sterile,” she explains. She worked with Havenly to add wall moulding, statement wallpaper, and cozy furniture to bring the space to life. “It’s the first space you see when you enter our home, and it has so much personality now!”
From Empty to Modern Minimal
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Manhattan-based Erika Fox (@retroflame on Instagram) has used Havenly to design multiple apartments in the city, and tapped her designer again when it came time to reimagine her current bedroom. “The aim was to create a zen, calm, clutter-free space and we definitely achieved it,” she explains. “I couldn’t recommend Havenly more, whether starting from scratch on a project or adding finishing touches.”
From Blank Canvas to Cali Cool
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After downsizing to a cute abode in Napa, California, Tyler Harless needed help designing for a smaller footprint. “The living room is tiny, and ran into a few obstacles with the layout and overall functionality,” she explains. She tapped Havenly to create a cozy, practical, layered space suited to their textured coastal design style. “Our designer captured our style perfectly and nailed the layout. It’s a space we can continue to grow with — it’s so cozy and intimate!”
From Eclectic to Curated
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San Francisco-based artist Erin Fong of @erinlovesfun clearly had good bones and furniture to work with in her dining room, but wanted to “lighten up the space and add some warmer, neutral elements,” she explains. She worked with Havenly to do just that, adding sculptural seating, a bright table, and an on-trend checkerboard rug for a lightweight but impactful design refresh. “The 3D renderings really helped me envision how the space would come together,” she adds.
From Dated to Dashing
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For LA-based food blogger and cookbook author Dini Klein (of @prepandrally), having an on-point dining room was a must. Her new space had great bones, but felt too dark and dated for her airy, bright design aesthetic. After some necessary wall demolition, she worked with Havenly to bring her design vision to life. “This room has turned into the most blissful oasis,” she shares. “I love enjoying my morning coffee here and soaking up the sunlight.”
From Simple to Sunny
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With her first baby on the way, Denver-based food blogger Juli Bauer Roth (of @paleomg) needed to turn her guest room into a proper nursery. “I wanted this space to feel bright, exciting, and beautiful,” she shares. She tapped Havenly to create the vibrant nursery of her dreams, complete with a sunny wall mural and colorful area rug. “I was so excited when I saw the final design,” she adds. “My designer nailed it — it was exactly what I wanted without exactly knowing what I wanted!”
From Rustic to Refined
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When Colorado-based photographer Kelly Lund and his wolf-pal, Loki, started documenting their adventures, they quickly became an Instagram sensation. And now, the same can be said for the duo’s modern mountain cabin. Kelly tapped Havenly to turn the porch lodge space into a functional, cozy den perfect for relaxing post-hike. “It’s been over a year since the design makeover, and it only gets better with time,” says Kelly.
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