About the Author

Ava Brooks

Ava Brooks has been taking care of homes for over 8 years, like building things, fixing things, cleaning things, and making spaces look better with DIY. She learned most of what she knows by doing it herself, making the mistake once, and finding the faster way the second time. Her focus at Minimal & Modern is on practical home how-tos that real people can actually pull off.

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I remember the first time I saw bare wood cabinets and wondered if painting them would really hold up. You

DIY mirror frame upgrades can feel like one of those projects that sounds simple, until you start pricing frames or

Structure Steel or metal frame, barn-derived Ceiling Height 12–20+ ft, often open to the ridge Typical Square Footage 1,200–4,000 sq

Have you ever thought why some people’s flower arrangements look fresh for weeks while yours droop after just days? I’m

Tired of those ugly bathroom tiles? Here’s your fix. Let me guess, every time you step into your shower, those

Looking at your tired old dining table and thinking if it’s time for a change? Before you start shopping for

Tired of seeing those crazy high prices for outdoor sectionals at furniture stores? You’re not alone! A decent outdoor sectional

Ever looked at a wooden table or box and wondered how those sharp shapes or patterns are set into the

Ever dreamed of having gorgeous marble countertops but worried about the cost? Marble countertops bring lasting grace to any kitchen

Have you ever dreamed of having a secret passage in your home, like in spy movies? Now, you can make

Are you tired of looking at your boring, outdated stairs every single day? I have the perfect solution for you!

Have you ever come across an old whiskey barrel and wondered what you could do with it? If you’re like

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