Decorating Cents

Joan and interior designer Nan Sloan show how to re-create that "old" feel in a remodeled 1920s farmhouse for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Nancy Golden give a contemporary, all-white kitchen a colorful, Miami-inspired makeover for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Nancy Golden give a bland three-season porch a vintage-inspired facelift for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Peggy Sellwood experiment with primary colors as they give a small apartment living room a makeover for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Ann Sundet transform a master bedroom into fun shared space for two teen boys.

Joan and interior designer Nan Sloan turn back the clock on a 1920s bathroom for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Laurie McDowell tackle a family room stuck in a time warp, giving it a colorful transformation for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Peggy Sellwood give a bachelor's beige and boring living room a warm Western-themed makeover for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Nan Sloan brighten up a suburban home's porch and foyer for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Nancy Golden transform an unimaginative kids' room into a functional and creative space for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Peggy Sellwood tackle a tiny kitchen with huge storage problems for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Nan Sloan give a lakeside bedroom a true beach house look for under $500.

Joan and interior designer Ann Sundet give a townhome's beige living space a vibrant makeover for under $500.