The top budget-friendly home design tips to maximize—and control—your finances for a complete home reno.

10 budget-friendly kitchen makeover ideas
If a full-blown kitchen renovation isn’t in the budget, try these more manageable ideas to breathe new life into your kitchen.


9 budget-friendly bathroom makeover ideas
9 ways to revamp your bathroom without undergoing a large-scale renovation.



9 budget-friendly basement makeover ideas
Don’t leave your basement neglected. A little time and effort can turn your basement into a spectacular space your family loves.


5 ways to update your kitchen on a budget
Giving your kitchen a new look doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Designer Lisa Canning offers her expert tips for a budget-friendly kitchen makeover.


How-to: Get luxe looks for under $100
Get a luxe look in under $100 with these beautiful decor accessories.



How to: Manage renovation costs
Scott McGillivray, host of HGTV's Income Property shows us how to manage costs when renovating.


Steven & Chris: Bold living room on a budget
Steven and Chris tell you how to go bold on a budget with affordable, colourful accessories!


25 fast, cheap and easy decorating ideas
Give your home decor a spruce up with these easy and budget-friendly decorating tips.



Bloggers' budget decorating ideas: Using fabric
Four fab bloggers share creative, budget-friendly decorating ideas using textiles.



Bloggers' budget decorating ideas: Shop at home
Bloggers share how to shop your home for instant, budget-friendly decor updates.



Bloggers' budget decorating ideas: Artwork
Use art to give your home some personality with these 10 creative and budget-friendly decorating ideas.


Bloggers' budget decorating ideas: How to use paint
Bloggers share creative ways to use paint when decorating on a budget.



How to: Get government rebates from eco-friendly renovations
If you're renovating anyway, know what your eco-friendly options are and how they can earn you money back. Good for you, good for the planet.


Kitchen ren ovations: How to get the most bang for your buck
Spend money wisely on your next kitchen renovation to ensure your own enjoyment of the new kitchen - and a decent return on your investment.


Bloggers' budget-friendly decorating ideas
Get creative and save with these budget-friendly decorating ideas.



10 budget bedroom decorating ideas
When splurging on new decor isn't in your savings, revamp your bedroom with these inexpensive DIY updates.


Easy updates under $20
Boosting your home's beauty doesn't have to break the bank -- these ideas are cheap and cheerful.


Home decor: Splurge versus save
Where to spend and where to cut when it comes to home decor costs.



10 home decor finds under $25
Amp up your at-home style with 10 home decor finds that won’t break the bank!



13 no-money makeover ideas
Make over your home with decorating tricks that don’t cost a dime!



How to: Finance a renovation
Renovating your home is a smart investment but it’s not easy when cash flow is tight. Check out your options when it comes to financing your renovation.


Update your home and save on your taxes
Take advantage of the tax credit before it's gone.



Design Lesson: Stretching your budget
Design diva Kimberley Seldon shares seven tricks for working stylishly with limited resources.


50 cheap and chic kitchen perk-ups
Organizing, styling and mini-makeover ideas to transform the hub of your home.



5 budget-minded design ideas
Designer tips for recession-conscious decorating that make sense for all budgets, all the time.


Easy around-the-house projects on a budget
Learn how to budget for around-the-house projects that will improve your home’s look and function.


10 ways to add art on a budget
Art is always in style, no matter the season. Here are 10 simple ways to add art to your home on a budget.


Home renovation tax credit 101
Everything you need to know to understand the new Home Renovation Tax Credit.



The recessionista's guide to: Decorating
10 ways to decorate your home with style on a budget.



Interior: Budget-friendly decorating
A show home in South Surrey, B.C., is designed to sell with budget-friendly decorating details.


Luxury for less
Designers from across Canada share tips for getting a luxurious look at home without paying luxurious prices.


A cheap and cheery makeover
Revamping your home decor doesn't have to cost you a bundle. Inject a little colour into your design scheme with our top 10 ways for a cheap and cheery makeover that's still chic!

10 best budget buys
Add some flair to your space without breaking the bank or sacrificing style.



Cost-effective renovations
Thinking of someday selling your home? Check out these home improvements and the corresponding rate of return on the amounts invested.


Decorating a dorm room on a budget
Style at Home's style editor Karl Lohnes shows how you can create a trendy dorm-style space on a tight budget.


Home makeover: Junk beautiful
A family's home gets a beautiful makeover using recycled junk.



High-style, low-cost
Freshen up your home. A quick makeover is simple with these budget-friendly ideas.



Return on renovation costs: How much will you get back?
Projects that can increase -- or decrease -- the value of your home.



Decorating on a budget
Decorating on a budget is easier than you think. You don't need to spend lots of money to update your home decor with these expert decorating on a budget tips.


Colin & Justin: When to scrimp, when to save
Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan, hosts of Colin & Justin's Home Heist on HGTV, know a thing or two about what disasters can result from cutting corners when decorating. They share their insight on the wisest ways to spend smart.

Update your bathroom for under $100
Bathroom renovations don't need to cost a fortune. Freshen up your bathroom with an inexpensive facelift.


Design lesson: Balancing the budget
Put your reno dollars in the right place, PLUS 5 affordable kitchen cabinetry upgrades.



Decorating on a budget: Cheap chic
No money? No problem. Try our tips for decorating on a budget. These ideas will breathe new life into your home.


Decorating on a dime
Spruce up your digs with money-saving designer tips.



Bathrooms on a budget
From low-cost to big-buck-spending, explore your options in giving your bathroom a new look and a new mood.



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