Renata Falk
Renata writes about home makeovers and renovation at ObviousLuxe, from small apartments to country houses, with practical ideas on layout, materials and budget.
Why Outdoor Living Spaces Boost Your Health, Happiness, and Home Value
You stare out at your patio or balcony, seeing nothing but wasted potential. It often feels like just…
From Dark to Dreamy: A Step-by-Step Basement Transformation Guide
You walk down the stairs and the smell of damp concrete greets you. A single bare bulb throws…
7 Kitchen Layouts Compared: Which One Matches Your Cooking Style Best?
You’ve pinned 200 kitchen photos. You’ve walked through three showrooms. And somehow, you’re more confused than when you…
How to Make a Small Bathroom Look and Feel Bigger — Design Tips That Actually Work
You step into your bathroom and feel the walls closing in. The vanity crowds your knees. The shower…
How to Design a Home Office That’s Both Functional and Beautiful (Without Breaking the Bank)
Your home office should work as hard as you do. It needs to support your body through eight-hour…
15 Living Room Makeover Ideas That Will Completely Transform Your Space
You walk into your living room, and something feels off. Maybe the furniture’s been in the same spot…
How to Redesign a Rustic Lakeside House for Modern Living Without Losing Its Soul
You pull open the heavy wooden door, and that familiar scent of pine and stone hits you. The…
How to Create Minimalist Magic in a Contemporary Studio Apartment
You’ve seen those images—airy studios where morning light washes over a clutter-free desk, and the only thing on…
Restoring Charm in a Victorian House: A Room-by-Room Guide to Authentic Updates
You didn’t buy a Victorian house to make it look like a new build. You fell for the…
How to Redesign a Luxury Apartment: Planning, Budgeting & Design Ideas
You’ve acquired a coveted address — a prewar classic on Park Avenue, a loft in Tribeca, or a…
Why Sustainable Home Renovation Saves You Money, Boosts Health, AND Looks Incredible
You’ve probably noticed the same thing I have: every home tour on your feed features reclaimed oak floors,…
How to Redesign a Spacious Country House: A Room-by-Room Transformation Guide
If you’ve ever walked into your living room and felt like you needed a megaphone to talk to…