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Even now, the built-ins in my former home office/dining room remain one of the most cherished designs I’ve ever created. I really miss that room and the precious memories my family made there. In this post, I’ll address the frequently asked questions I’ve received about the built-ins in our office/dining room. DIY Built-In Most Frequently […]

The moment I laid eyes on our window bench in the new house, I realized that the outdated carpet had to be replaced. After visiting a friend of mine and seeing how she had her bench all lined with plants, it inspired me to transform mine! I came to the decision, it was time to […]

In this blog post, we will get into the step-by-step process of revamping our bedroom space with IKEA Pax units. I am back at it again with another amazing IKEA Pax System hack! For those of you joining me for the first time, I really enjoy transforming IKEA furniture into unique, customized pieces that perfectly […]

I’m going to share how I took my son’s room from plain to playful! Since moving in a year ago, all that I had done in our son’s room was paint the walls. The room featured mismatched furniture, and upon closer inspection after the initial paint job, I discovered that some of the walls had […]

In this article I will be sharing a quick and simple DIY textured wall art anyone can build! You don’t always need elaborate projects to make a statement. Sometimes, a simple project is therapeutic for the soul. If you follow me over on Instagram you would have seen that recently I shared that my contractor […]

If you’ve ever dreamt of cultivating your own fresh herbs at home, you’re in for a treat. In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the exciting journey of building your very own DIY herb planter. I have always wanted a kitchen herb garden. Following a substantial kitchen renovation, I finally acquired the ideal counter […]

Are you tired of your outdated brick fireplace but don’t want to break the bank with a costly renovation? I’ll show you how to transform your fireplace into a stunning focal point for your home with just a few simple and budget-friendly steps. As soon as we moved into our new home, I had the […]

Are you looking to add a touch of personalization and creativity to your home while maximizing your storage space? If so, then this DIY IKEA hack using Billy bookcases might just be the project for you. Upon settling into our new home last year and completing a kitchen renovation, it quickly became evident that my […]

It has officially been 1 year since completing my DIY electric fireplace built-in in our living room. I am still loving everything about it and it truly completes our living room space! This post is going to be all about the most asked questions that I have received regarding our built-in fireplace. **This post contains […]

Are you ready to transform your staircase into a stunning focal point of your home? I’ll take you through the step-by-step process of how I revamped our stairs by removing the old tired carpet, adding fresh paint and a new runner! Unlike most, I chose to start this project just days before we had family […]

Nicole is the powerhouse behind Simply Aligned Home, where she combines her engineering expertise with her creative spirit. Armed with a paintbrush and meticulously crafted plans, she demystifies the often intimidating realm of DIY. Nicole doesn't merely showcase before-and-after transformations; she goes the extra mile to provide readers with in-depth tutorials, engineered schematics, and the occasional behind-the-scenes blooper. Whether you're a DIY novice or an experienced craftsman, Nicole has crafted her content to offer something valuable for everyone.

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