Design Hacks - Hunker

Nate Berkus holding up a paint sample in front of a wall of color swatches in an aisle of Home Depot

By Erika Dale

The Color Choice HGTV's Nate Berkus Wishes People Would Stop Using In Their Homes

If you're using this color choice to paint the walls in your home, you're not going to impress Nate Berkus from HGTV much. Choose an alternative shade instead.

bathroom counter cluttered with bathroom essentials

DIY

By Jillian Chapman

The Dollar Tree Paper Towel Holder Hack That Will Keep Your Counters Clear

If you want to keep your bathroom counters clear, grab a few items from Dollar Tree to create this cute DIY for easy storage.

Jonathan and Drew Scott clinking coffee mugs

Floors & Ceilings

By Jillian Chapman

The Outdated Home Design Feature The Property Brothers Avoid At All Costs

Drew and Jonathan Scott dislike an outdated home design feature and think homeowners (or home buyers) should avoid or remodel it. Do you have one at your house?

a bunch of stacked colorful coffee mugs in a cabinet

Organization & Storage

By Jillian Chapman

Unlock Kitchen Cabinet Storage By Hanging Your Coffee Mugs With Dollar Tree Items

If you need extra kitchen cabinet space but you're on a budget, try hanging up your coffee mugs with a simple DIY that uses Dollar Tree items for more storage.

Man sitting on the ground as he puts together an IKEA furniture piece.

DIY

By Erika Dale

Turn IKEA Floor Tiles Into A Chic DIY Room Divider For A More Private Space

You can get a more private space without going broke. Use IKEA floor tiles to DIY your own chic room divider that can be customized to fit your home design.

room with cream walls, cream sheer drapes around a window, cream boucle chair with cram throw, and a cream rug on a beige floor

Experts

By Erika Dale

One Popular Interior Design Aesthetic Is Quietly Becoming Outdated

Interior design trends come and go, and this once-popular aesthetic got up and went. Avoid this outdated style and inject new timeless elements into your home.

Design Hacks

By Rob Johnstone

Elevate The Look Of Basic Garage Doors With An Affordable Solution

Want the look of a fancier garage door without putting down money for a remodel? There's a way to achieve this result for less than $20 & it takes 10 minutes.

very basic living room set up with light blue velvet couch, plant, coffee table, and grey walls

Design Hacks

By Gabrielle Hondorp

3 Living Room Design Trends That Are Becoming Outdated In 2025

It's 2025, and there are three outdated living room trends still evident in living room design choices. If you're guilty, here's how you can change them up.

tiny aqua and white bathroom with sink bathtub and toilet crowded together

Bathrooms

By Gabrielle Hondorp

14 Small Bathroom Design Ideas That Don't Skimp Out On Storage Or Style

You need some small bathroom design ideas. Pick decor, colors, and flooring that visually expand the space, and consider these simple and elegant storage tips.

small closet with clothing shoved messily on the shelf and clothes hung on hangers below

Organization & Storage

By Gabrielle Hondorp

How To Organize A Small Closet With Lots Of Clothes & Keep It Tidy For Good

If you have a small closet full of clothes, shoes, and accessories, it may seem hopelessly disorganized. Increase tidy storage with these organization tips.

Someone is picking up a pair of white, black, and red sneakers out of their collection.

Organization & Storage

By Jason Rochlin

Transform Empty Wall Space Into The Ultimate Shoe Storage Solution

All you need for custom built-in shoe storage are a few basic DIY tools and unused wall space. Then you'll have shelves of sandals, heels, sneakers, and more.

dingy looking wooden cabinetry with appliances gone

Experts

By Rob Johnstone

Give Your Dated Wooden Cabinets A Modern Facelift With A Few Inexpensive Swaps

If your kitchen cabinets look dull and outdated, you don't have to do a complete renovation and spend thousands to fix the issue. These simple fixes can help.

DIY

By Brandy Eaklor

Smart Ways To Use Old Pillows Around Your Home Instead Of Getting Rid Of Them

Believe it or not, those old pillows you have lying around your house can be reused and upcycled into clever DIY projects. Don't toss them into a landfill yet!

modern kitchen with white upper and perimeter cabinets, black island cabinets, white stone countertops, black hardware, and black plumbing fixtures

Experts

By Erika Dale

The Kitchen Design Choice That Might Be Making Your Space Look Stuck In The Past

There's a popular kitchen design trend that many homeowners are turning to. However, without the right kind of decor, it could make your space look outdated.

Organization & Storage

By Gabrielle Hondorp

The IKEA Organizer That's A Game Changer For Pots And Pans Storage

Your cookware storage method might seem like a hassle. However, this IKEA organizer can keep those pots and pans organized without messy drawers or cabinets.

large primary bathroom with marble-look veined tile walls and floor, a freestanding tub under a large back window, a walk-in shower behind glass, and a double white vanity

Experts

By Erika Dale

6 Master Bathroom Layout Ideas That Value Efficiency And Relaxation

What you want your ensuite primary bathroom to look like? First, you need to consider the room layout. These remodeling design ideas are efficient and relaxing.

Garden Hacks

By Ron Baker

Genius Ways You Never Thought To Reuse An Old Garden Hose In Your Home And Yard

Once a garden hose is broken, you may want to toss it into the trash. However, consider recycling it and using it in your home and yard with these DIY projects.

DIY

By Jillian Chapman

Reuse A Thrifted Basket To DIY A Beautiful Footed Planter On A Budget

A footed planter is a gorgeous option to house your favorite plants. But if you have (or thrift) an old basket, you can DIY one, even if you're on a budget.

photo of stairs from the side with empty space underneath

Home Improvement Hacks

By Jillian Chapman

The Creative IKEA Hack That Transforms Under-Stairs Space Into Useful Storage

Make the most of the empty space under your stairs. Implement this IKEA hack and you'll have more storage available. That unused area will look so much better.

collection of variety of coffee and tea mugs stacked haphazardly

DIY

By Jillian Chapman

Use 3 Affordable Dollar Tree Items To Make A Rustic Display For Your Coffee Mugs

Get the aesthetic of a rustic farmhouse coffee bar with Dollar Tree items. This YouTube DIY is a simple and budget-friendly way to get more coffee mug storage.

a person pulling out a perfectly organized drawer underneath their bathroom sink, with bathroom storage on the side

Organization & Storage

By Jillian Chapman

The IKEA Shoe Cabinet Hack That Adds Style And Storage To Any Bathroom

The bathrooms in our home always seem to be in need of more storage, but it can be difficult to pull off in a small space. This IKEA shoe cabinet hack can help.

person measuring the top of a white subway tile kitchen backsplash from wall to upper cabinet

Design Hacks

By Erika Dale

The Creative IKEA Storage Hack That Gives Any Kitchen An Instant Upgrade

If you want more kitchen storage, this IKEA hack is a clever way to accomplish your goal with a design that will instantly give the space an upgrade.

Close up of a neat row of mugs in a kitchen cabinet. Three red upside-down mugs are in focus, and 3 blue mugs are in the background.

Design Hacks

By Holly Gates

Don't Throw Out Old Coffee Or Tea Mugs – Here's A Hack To Reuse Them

Old coffee and tea mugs cluttering up your kitchen? Here's an easy crafting idea to put them to work - and it won't take long at all.

three pairs of sneakers and one pair of boots cluttering the wood floor with pink floral rug

Design Hacks

By Erika Dale

The Budget-Friendly Shoe Storage Hack That Makes Use Of Empty Wall Space

You don't need to spend a lot of money for this shoe storage hack. All you need is a little DIY knowledge and some empty wall space to say goodbye to clutter.

image of beige IKEA LOMMARP cabinet against a white wall

Design Hacks

By Erika Dale

Create A Hidden Pull Out Bar With A Simple IKEA Hack

Get a hidden pull-out bar, and all you need is this simple IKEA hack. It's a gorgeous way to add an affordable, interesting piece of furniture to your home.

white IKEA KALLAX four cube horizontal unit under a mirror and filled with books and two white storage bins

Home Improvement Hacks

By Erika Dale

Upgrade Your Fireplace With This Clever IKEA KALLAX Storage Hack

The IKEA KALLAX is a great piece, but have you ever considered using it to store logs for your fireplace? Follow this DIY to get the perfect hygge look.

Home Improvement Hacks

By Charlotte D. Miller

Turn Your Floating Sink Into The Most Stylish Vanity With This IKEA Hack

If you have a floating sink and you hate the look or just really wish you had more storage space, this IKEA hack can create a stylish, new vanity in no time.