Design Projects: Real Rooms Transformed by Havenly Designers

Go behind the scenes of real design projects — from celebrity homes to everyday spaces. See the before-and-after transformations, learn what inspired each design direction, and discover how our designers bring a client's vision to life.

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Warm, layered living room with beige sectional, terracotta pillows, and mid-tone wood coffee table

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A Styling Refresh Is Better Than a Reno — This Stunning Connecticut Home Is Proof

See how Shelby Girard refreshed her Connecticut home with thoughtful styling swaps. Before & afters prove renovation isn't always necessary.

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Kelsey Clark · · 3 min
Sophisticated living room with warm wood beams, cream drapery, burgundy leather chair, and modern furnishings creating elevated, timeless elegance.

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Home Highlight Reel: Our 27 Most Transformative Before & After Reveals

Explore 27 stunning before and after home makeovers by Havenly designers. Get inspired by real transformations from living rooms to bedrooms.

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Kelsey Clark · · 15 min
Modern traditional living room with forest green patterned wallpaper, golden mustard sofa, warm wood tones, and maximalist eclectic style

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Thanks to Paint and Textiles, This Modern Traditional Denver Home Gets a Maximalist Makeover

See how Havenly designer Heather Goerzen transformed this 1907 Denver home with paint, wallpaper, and textiles in just 60 days.

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Kelsey Clark · · 4 min
Bright coastal sunroom with white shiplap, blue striped accents, natural wicker, and floor-to-ceiling windows

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Before & After: A People Magazine Editor’s Cozy, Nautical Sunroom Transformation

See how Havenly transformed a dated sunroom into a serene coastal retreat with expert design and 3D rendering.

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Kelsey Clark · · 4 min
Bright sunroom with coastal minimalist design, cream seating, natural textures, and abundant greenery

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5 Jaw-Dropping Patio Before & Afters That Will Inspire Your 2025 Backyard Makeover

Discover 5 stunning patio makeovers with before & afters. Get inspired to transform your backyard into an outdoor oasis with expert design tips.

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Kelsey Clark · · 3 min
Bright transitional kitchen with soft blue cabinetry, beaded chandelier, and cream window seat with storage

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This DIY Kitchen Remodel Cost Under $4K – And The “After” Is Unrecognizable

See how a Havenly designer transformed her dated Denver kitchen for under $4K with painted cabinets, new tile, and DIY built-ins.

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Kelsey Clark · · 4 min

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