One Weekend, One Room, One Transformation: 10 Home DIY Projects to Try

Do you feel the urge to step up your home décor and give it an entirely new feel? Well, here are the top ten DIY projects to take your room from drab to fab in just one weekend! From colorful wall murals to functional upgrades to the space, all these projects are quick and easy to implement.​

Painting the walls and creating a fun, bold mural is one of the most eye-catching ways to spruce up a room.​ Rent a projector and create a giant image to dazzle your guests.​ Or go for a lovely ombre effect to make your plan wall pop! The possibilities are endless.​

Rearrange the furniture in your room and you’ll be surprised how much freshness it brings to the space! Give it an open plan feel by pushing the sofa and chairs against the walls and adding a low coffee table in the center.​ You may also try rearranging the bookshelves to give it different styling.​ Changing the arrangement of furniture can completely transform your room.​

Set up a feature wall with your favorite tchotchkes and turn it into an assault of the senses.​ Hang an array of photos in different frames, display a few albums, and add a plant or two.​ The rest can be filled with wall art and parchment paper adornments.​ Creating a feature wall is one of the easiest ways to transform your room without breaking the bank.​

Macramé wall hangings are a trendy addition to home décor and it’s not too hard to make! It’s definitely worth giving it a try and come up with your own design.​ Create a bohemian vibe in your room with this easy project.​ Add a few potted plants, a nice shaggy rug and you’ve got a Pinterest-worthy corner!

Surround yourself with plants.​ Place some in the garden or create a small garden in your balcony.​ Add a few plants around the house to create a relaxing and peaceful environment.​ Put some by the window for natural air fresheners and an unexpected interior design.​

‘Lights on’ makes a massive difference, from mood lighting to more traditional lighting.​ Put up a few string lights and lanterns to create a magical ambiance and give your home an eclectic touch.​ Replace the boring ceiling light with a Luminaire armature.​ Add more accent lights in the living area and create a cozy setting around your sofa.​

Finally, spruce up your room with a rug.​ A large rug can instantly draw attention to your furniture and decorate your room.​ Choose a color that will blend in with the wall mural and other furnishings for a balanced look.​ Rugs are great for breaking up a space and creating different seating areas.​

Vintage accessories are a great way to add personality to your home.​ Look out for old suitcases, trunks, and photo frames to spruce up your room with retro flair.​ Uncommon old items have an antique charm that can easily turn your space into an effortless conversation piece.​

Repurpose your furniture.​ Add a stencil to a console table, a flowered appliqué to an old ottoman, or dresser.​ Keep things unique by sanding down an old table and painting it in a bright bold hue.​ Why not add a pop of color to a plain white dresser? Repurposing furniture is a great way to make the transformation more intentional and individual.​

Build a home theatre.​ Enjoy your favorite movies and games in comfort.​ Create the perfect sound system by adding quality speakers.​ Create multiple zones and enjoy distinct background music in each.​ Hang an array of photographs and art prints to personalize the space and surround the TV with curtains for an enhanced experience.​

Do your own carpentry work.​ Hang your own shelves and cabinets using nails and wood pieces.​ Craft bookshelves with several pieces of wood.​ Add cubbies in a closet or hallway for something different.​ Turn an empty corner in your room into a customized mini-library or office space.​ Put off some of the extra items and install hidden wall storage instead.​

Give your windows a facelift.​ If you have an awful view outside your window, fix it with some DIY shade screens.​ Create bright window panels by adding tints of paint to the glass.​ If you want more privacy, add window blinds and panels to your home.​ Replace shades with light filtering curtains to create a more refreshing atmosphere.​

Install a fire pit.​ Build a fire pit outdoors to create a cozy atmosphere in your own garden.​ Look for stones and bricks that match your décor for a more seamless look.​ Get outside and enjoy the night sky with friends and family around a mesmerizing firepit.​

Hang your curtains differently.​ Add a splash of personality to your home by hanging patterned curtains off the ceiling.​ Make a corner look more interesting or use it as a room divider.​ Wave up the room and add star-shaped holes to a long sheer curtain.​ Give your home a unique touch using a simple DIY project.​