1940s bungalow living room

A century-old bungalow gets a fresh perspective with a nod to the past. Take a look at these before and after shots to see the stylish update that blends old and new.

Laura Blackstock, a painter, and her architect husband, Joel, bought their 1940s cottage 22 years ago and have since carefully crafted a serene home.

A single-story bungalow in San Diego gets a second floor and so much more

As director of production at Emily Henderson Design, you’ve probably seen Sara Ligorria-Tramp’s handiwork and photography all over the internet before, including right here on Apartment Therapy. With guidance from Emily herself, she spent the bulk of last year thoughtfully renovating the 1921 craftsman bungalow she shares with her partner, Macauley Johnson, in keeping with the historic roots of the home.

This bright and breezy California den-mudroom combo proves a little white paint and new windows can go a long way.

Name: Christian Doble and Alicia GburLocation: Pleasant Ridge, MichiganSize: 1800 Square FeetYears lived in: 7 years, ownedChristian and Alicia are both full-time creative professionals, and while they’ve both reworked homes before, this house—a 99-year-old Craftsman bungalow—is the first project together as a married couple. “It was this home that helped us realize our joint passions for restoring and designing spaces,” the couple explains.

Owning a historic, 110-year-old home is an honor of a lifetime and with that privilege, also comes responsibility. This year I'm tackling some repairs to do my part in making sure my home will last the next 100 years.

A 5,000-square-foot 1940s Georgian Revival on a large lot is renovated to address a young family's needs.

Arranging furniture in an awkwardly shaped living room can be a decorating nightmare. But with a little out-of-the-box thinking and strategic furniture placement, even the most awkward living room can…