A Modern Makeover With Green Accents & Hidden Storage

In this must-see before and after, designer Joel Bray transforms a good friend’s Toronto home. Using natural light, black accents and plenty of savvy storage solutions, the House & Home alum created a cool, crisp atmosphere fit for entertaining. The bistro kitchen boasts graphic open shelving and IKEA cabinets, while the adjoining dining room wows with a green tufted banquette. You’ll fall in love with the matte black porcelain fireplace, which becomes a sleek focal point - and subtle storage cabinet - on the main floor. Plus, see how the upstairs skylight brings the whole space to life.
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[@Not2008Me]

I love that you can clearly tell the designer has a high level of respect and admiration for his client. He didn't even boast heavily on his work as much as he uplifted and complimented his client. That was a kind thing to see.

[@CC-si3cr]

I think Joel (designer) and Garret (client) hooked up or Joel WANTS to hook up!

[@dowth3]

And a very professional way to present oneself: client-centric.

[@AnnMarieKing]

We need to see Joel's designs more often on H&H. This was perfection!

[@stephanied.k.3589]

It truly is. That shoe storage idea ...

[@amymerber]

Agreed!!!

[@Ad-Lo]

I second this comment!

[@EmmanuelQuartey]

Agreed. This was delightful.

[@minigiant8998]

agreed, but no more tight shorts.

[@omadjourney]

I love and respect a designer who will go high street yet produce phenomenal style. Money really doesn't buy style.

[@aleenagc6388]

This designer is a genius. Spectacular

[@rond5936]

Really? You are so easy to impress.

[@Natalie12768]

Aleena Seydi I agree. Did they mention his name?

[@michellejordan1250]

Well done!!

[@RB-je2ri]

Agreed. The result is incredible and I love how the designer explained how the design really reflected the person who lives there. Just beautiful.

[@aleenagc6388]

Natalie12768 I think he is part of the house and home designers. It’s a lot of his work in this channel

[@iremgurkan9443]

Love it! Not a single thing I would change. And that green sofa is... there are no words...

[@saidaswift9531]

This is masculine, moody and just gorgeous! Love it.

[@solmazmahmoudi4531]

I’m a girl and i tell you, this is very much my style too! Loved everything about it.

[@SecondHandJan]

This is REAL design and Decor. So many videos on RH dupe homes, and Home Goods junk, so refreshing to use unique one of a kind home decor and design!

[@JudgeyJudgeyable]

Love this design. It really sounds like the designer tailored it to the client and kept budget in mind

[@Smilebefine]

Gorgeous home and that's important. I like the elevation of IKEA pieces. Spectacular

[@KEJarema]

I love the black and green throughout the entire dwelling. What a great aesthetic.

[@woteverism]

One of the best interior design videos! The bench around the dining table and the faux finish around the fire place were the best! I loved how they showed the half done fire place and then the fully done one. Hoot hoots to this video.

[@briana14333]

I love everything about it. Their use of black is perfect. Shoe storage in the fireplace? Why tf not. Brilliant!

[@CiecieNewson]

I am ready to move in when Gary wants to move out. Please leave as is. I love it. ~Smile!

[@simplebeautyworld3535]

I really love this designer and how Creative and sophisticated his designs are. He is never boring, I always look forward to his designs.

[@JonathanCurtis]

A 50/50 mix of this space and Joel's own home, would be the perfect space for my partner and me! I love the Light, bright, collected feel of Joel's home, and my partner loves the modern, moody vibes of this place.

[@vivienmcnaul109]

I see the need for a designers eye. I love what you did. ... especially wallpaper and shoe storage.

[@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS]

LOVE THE BATHROOM. THE WHOLE PLACE IS REFRESHING WITH A HINT OF BLACK.

[@richardleston5237]

Amazing how he can be conscious of cost and still deliver such incredible design!

[@wendysharpe9277]

Great job. Love the coffee bar. And that fireplace is pure genius. Totally masculine space that looks and feels mature.

[@jackiepeavy5505]

Love all the green and greenery in this space...love that its a guy's space with plants living things... 💚

[@adrianapignolo]

I have watched several of these videos and, in addition to being addictive, I have noticed that the comments are much more positive and friendly now than a few years ago. I wonder if they are being moderated or if the public changed. Whatever it is, I'm glad, it's really annoying when the comments section is aggressive. You have done a great job with this channel! Congratulations!

[@tokyodrifttt]

Love the masculine vibe to the house. +1

[@SuzieQofTX]

I so love this space, Joel Bray out did himself very creative, the use of warm tone colors, the masculine lines, my favorite feature is that Fireplace.

[@fridayschild1566]

I love everything about this house. Another Joel triumph.

[@anijones6734]

This is definitely one of my favourites on this channel

[@Cheerisme123]

The black and dark green look awesome. The seating in the dining room was so creative and functional. Lots of inspo!

[@AVA-MARIA]

Wow what a change! Looks much more luxurious! I love when people keep walls lighter colors and add color using accessories - looks much classier! That black and white bathroom is everything!

[@effie5238]

Love Joel's aesthetic so much! Love what he's done with his friend's home. Great job!

[@andreakallfa2637]

Joel is such a nice guy. Talented and very articulate.

[@readyok5942]

This hits every single mark. Joel bray? More like Joel slaaaay

[@mariapaloma1878]

Awesome transformation... I would NOT know what to do if i was given Black curtains. I'd be like, "Who died"... But the designer did such a Great Job incorporating lots of black and white. I Love it, Lot it, Love it 😍

[@mistertee5000]

Always love when Joel does "bachelor" spaces.

[@neweverymorningmercy3491]

Very nice, sleek and warm at the same time. Love the green.

[@robinprice6879]

I liked the beautiful colors and warm tones of the living room way better pre renovation

[@AdrianaBarron1]

I love the green and black color palette. And the overall moody cozy feel is super great.

[@Tania689]

I would move in in a heartbeat, amazing job on this place.

[@nucisfan17]

I loved it when i saw it first, year ago and i love it even more now. The design is classic, everything is bold and muted at the same time, i have no idea how he achieved it but it seems joy to live in. Stylish, comfortable, with small surprises hidden.. Genius design, well done!

[@Felicia594]

Favorite part is the glass railing and the additional window above sliding doors. It elevated the space!

[@thefrankmiller5030]

I love how the client has his name on his desk. Such a nice, personal touch.

[@teejourney4880]

One of the best so far! Excellent.

[@rneustel388]

This is one of the sharpest homes I’ve ever seen!! I would love to live here and wouldn’t change anything.

[@cheekyoziechick]

The decorator is funny..and his style timeless. He will be very happy living there.

[@juditheorganizer]

All I can say is WOWWWW. Such an amazing job!!!

[@LCLW63]

I always enjoy Joel and his design style. Great space and I too love that green sofa!

[@izzylabor2606]

I LOOOOOOOOOIOOOVE The guest toilet! (Powder room)💝

[@ianking8392]

I really love the moody, darker elements in the living room. Great job

[@carlvlaeminck2171]

Beautiful transformation. Love the wallpaper in the powder room. Kudos to the designer.

[@nikkil764]

Maybe it’s the photography but this whole place seems oppressively narrow. I lived in a townhouse for nine years when we first married. When I finally bought a detached home, I was obsessed with getting as many windows as possible, I realized I had been feeling like I lived in a cave. You did a great job of relieving that feeling.

[@999icecool]

The designer is amazing! Really nice!!

[@mallymakings2853]

Now that’s style and class. Love it and I love the touches of dark, rich, lush velvet green. Stunning.

[@sacdigitaldesignweb]

Lots of cool features. Definitely a successful makeover. One small thing: the hanging feet of metal shelving in kitchen is weird.

[@rmonson5002]

I completely agree. That would drive me nuts. Shelves with brackets would have been better and no more expensive IMHO.

[@GODSPEAKS898]

You know how they say black and white is beautiful? Well in this case the design goes beyond what this designer has put together and it is aesthetically pleasing and appealing to the eye and in their right places. I have never thought of using theses colors, however I am willing to give a shot. What this designer has done in use the color black is strategically and brilliantly put in the right places and is so well done, brilliant, and fabulously pleasing to the eye.

[@jimenafavela]

Love the simplicity yet elegance.🤍🤍🤍

[@heitorlondres]

Great design and designer. Very clever use of the space and budget. Well done.

[@DomsByahero]

I love the combination of modern and industrial design.. 👌

[@christineboone2850]

Love this place! That green sofa is so fabulous!

[@mariamoreno7224]

I got to say it. This is my favorite fr H&H not a lot of changes but the paint makes the difference.

[@camnova]

Stunning work, such a great renovation!

[@MikesGlitch]

Who let you out the zoo?

[@MsMaxinejoy]

Nice. Simple. Masculine.

[@heidi.a.thomson]

Love this! I too am gravitating from orange to black, brass, and that velvet green.

[@jenns.5791]

I LOVE this!! 😍 love it. love it. love it!! probably one of my favorite from this channel. Joel is awesome and he's so good at making spaces beautiful and inviting! 😊

[@rebeccaholloway7296]

Wow! Love this! It feels modern and dramatic.

[@christineboone2850]

Love this place! Crisp and modern, but layered and luxe looking. Delish!

[@mangotango7647]

Wow..love this bold yet subtle, crisp and clean look

[@aliyahali8934]

love it....chic and functional...one of the best makeovers i've seen on this channel.

[@tesslucas]

This is such a handsome home now!! LOVE!

[@emeraldc.8796]

The tufted Banquette is what truly caught me eye. That’s something I’ve always wanted & that it has storage just adds even more love. Thank you for all of this 🙏❤️✝️

[@desmondjlam66]

modern, chic and cozy design! love it very much!

[@christanne1]

Great design. Really utilising every inch of space and I love that he's used off the shelf IKEA module units with an understanding of how to taking it up a notch for the client - I need to check out that marble effect! I haven't heard of Joel Bray before but I'll be sure to look out for other work of his. Bravo!!

[@preciousowusu7743]

I love that black and white rug.

[@fransirahome]

Very beautiful room in black and white.

[@jupiterinteriordesigner]

Great use of the space, I absolutely LOVE all the green accents and the bistro kitchen is my favorite room! Great job!

[@Nouvellecosse]

That powder room tho!! 😍

[@80snova72]

The Black ascent wall Goshh! ❤️

[@jacquelinelun4049]

The home is really bistro style!!! Great work!!! I love to see Joel sharing his work!!!

[@susanoommen85]

I loved everything about this house. The designers concept is marvelous. 👍

[@tiarrab.8267]

Well done!! This space is AMAZINGLY done!!!!! It has such character, texture and depth. I love it!!!👍🏾😊

[@careya]

Love the color scheme with olive green.

[@sharanyanaidoo]

I love Joel. I LOVE Joel.

[@kanishkmehta981]

Spectacular is an understatement

[@syriarahman7620]

I like the design and the designer 👨‍🎨 too. So well-versed.

[@michaelmercurio2312]

Wow, just wow!!!

[@stephanied.k.3589]

Beautiful, smart seemingly affordable. Simply amazing.

[@linjaysha]

Sooooo fabulous! I want to move in! NOW!!

[@AuntieRushy]

What a chic transformation! ✅ Very manly yet fabulous!! Excellent eye for design

[@hayatirose8704]

I always love house with black touch, and this is my favorite and inspiring ❤️❤️❤️

[@sanyalenan6413]

I love the dinning area and the blanket...so beautiful 😍😍😍

[@prachiburadkar2090]

Love everything about this house. Great job by designer 👍🏻

[@gaillastof837]

Okay I've found a designer that I really admire. 😉

[@kaloudasotirakoglou7592]

Congrats to owner and designer Best home house ever for me that is.

[@bordercollie1255]

Stunning! 💕Such a humble, very talented designer.

[@8chocolatecandy]

I absolutely LOVE this makeover!! This style is ME 1,000%! Joel is my new favourite designer hands down! Where do I go to see more of his designs?

[@MariaRodriguez-gb5pr]

For me everything is perfect

[@MariaRodriguez-gb5pr]

This second time I watched this video is fabulous

[@TamelaBowieInteriors]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽BRAVO!!!! I absolutely love this! You did an “ah-mazing” job!!!!

[@jrh80]

I love this! Probably my favorite that I’ve seen in a while.

[@shaz2868]

I agree. Everything is so well put together.

[@brendanbang6636]

I’m watching this in 2022 still fantastic. He’s an amazing designer.

[@kelseytheresa]

My kind of style. Love it!

[@kimtipatel7]

Normally when u see Man designing , I never like it but this is Superb, I loved all of it.. Great color choices, great design pieces 👌👌👌😊 best I ever seen !!!!