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Stop Paying for Millwork: My $600 Built In Display Case Hack
Budget Design

Stop Paying for Millwork: My $600 Built In Display Case Hack

Want that high-end custom look without paying a contractor? Here is exactly how I faked a seamless built in display case using a basic freestanding cabinet.

allen displayI Put a Commercial Allen Display in My Home (And I Don't Regret It)

I Put a Commercial Allen Display in My Home (And I Don't Regret It)

Standard glass cabinets always felt flimsy, so I tried something drastic. Here is why adding a commercial allen display to my living room changed everything.

built in living room wall cabinetsAre Built In Living Room Wall Cabinets Worth the Contractor Drama?

Are Built In Living Room Wall Cabinets Worth the Contractor Drama?

Wondering if built in living room wall cabinets are worth the investment? Here is an honest breakdown of the costs, contractor drama, and alternatives.

Budget RenovationsI Saved $4K By Using Home Depot Cabinets for Built Ins

I Saved $4K By Using Home Depot Cabinets for Built Ins

Before you drop thousands on custom carpentry, read this. Here is exactly how I used standard Home Depot cabinets for built ins that look incredibly expensive.

best built insThe Only 3 Built In Cabinets Designs For Living Room You Should Consider

The Only 3 Built In Cabinets Designs For Living Room You Should Consider

Before you hire a contractor, read this. We are breaking down the only built in cabinets designs for living room spaces that actually add value to your home.

3 shelf bookcase with doorsYour Tall Bookshelf Is Choking the Room (Try a 3 Shelf Bookcase With Doors)

Your Tall Bookshelf Is Choking the Room (Try a 3 Shelf Bookcase With Doors)

Tall shelves can make small rooms feel cramped. Here is why swapping to a 3 shelf bookcase with doors gives you hidden storage and much-needed breathing room.

Apartment UpgradesI Regret Waiting So Long to Buy Crate and Barrel Cabinets

I Regret Waiting So Long to Buy Crate and Barrel Cabinets

I spent years buying cheap dupes that fell apart. Here is exactly why upgrading to real crate and barrel cabinets completely transformed my messy apartment.

ethan allen storage cabinetIs an Ethan Allen Storage Cabinet Actually Worth the Splurge?

Is an Ethan Allen Storage Cabinet Actually Worth the Splurge?

Tired of replacing wobbly flat-pack furniture every few years? Here is my brutally honest take on whether an ethan allen storage cabinet is actually worth it.

Built-InsI Gave Up on IKEA Hacks for a Wall Unit Custom Built to Fit

I Gave Up on IKEA Hacks for a Wall Unit Custom Built to Fit

Wondering if you should upgrade your living room storage? I break down the real costs and unexpected benefits of getting a wall unit custom built for you.

Furniture Wall UnitsCan Furniture Wall Units Actually Hide Your Ugly Pet Gear?

Can Furniture Wall Units Actually Hide Your Ugly Pet Gear?

Tired of your living room looking like a pet store? Here is how massive furniture wall units can seamlessly hide dog crates, cat trees, and scattered toys.

Budget DecoratingDo You Really Need to Splurge on a Crate and Barrel Black Cabinet?

Do You Really Need to Splurge on a Crate and Barrel Black Cabinet?

Thinking about buying a Crate and Barrel black cabinet? We break down the quality, style, and whether you should splurge or opt for a feature-packed dupe.

Decorating TipsWhy I Stopped Buying Deep Furniture (And Switched to a Shallow Cabinet)

Why I Stopped Buying Deep Furniture (And Switched to a Shallow Cabinet)

Most standard furniture is way too deep for modern homes. Here is exactly how swapping my bulky console for a shallow cabinet finally opened up my floor plan.