In an Instagram video posted on July 15, New York City-based content creator Angelie showed how she transformed the kitchen of her 600-square-foot rental from a dull grey space into a rich burgundy haven. Also read | Inside a ₹ 28 lakh-a-year 1BHK in Dubai: How an all-white palette, low-profile furniture and skyline views make a small rental feel double its size Ever stared at your landlord’s questionable choice of kitchen cabinets and wondered whether living with tasteless decor is just the price you pay for renting? You’re not alone.
Angelie’s makeover used budget-conscious products and smart hacks to achieve a custom look without risking her security deposit. The central feature of the makeover was the rich burgundy cabinet wrap, which seamlessly covered the original muted grey cabinetry. Following the video’s popularity, Angelie addressed practical questions from viewers about the makeover in her Instagram Stories Highlights. One major concern was whether peel-and-stick tiles could withstand the heat near a kitchen stove. Angelie clarified that while she cooks frequently, living alone means she rarely uses the back burners except to boil water. She noted that, based on her personal experience, the tiles have held up without issues, though she encouraged followers to perform a quick home test on their own setup to be completely safe.
Sharing a clip documenting her journey of ‘turning her 600 square foot rental into a home’, Angelie tackled every step of the makeover herself, using DIY techniques to ensure every modification was ‘rental-friendly’. Also read | Step inside stunning 30-year-old renovated home in Kerala Addressing the question ‘Are the peel and stick tiles heat proof?
Highlighting the growing trend of apartment customisation among renters, a comment read: “This rental-friendly transformation is a smart example of how surfaces, colour, and small crafted details can make a compact kitchen feel entirely personal. Also read | Step inside 40-year-old DDA flat renovated in just ₹ 22,800: Before-and-after video proves ‘this home was never ugly’
