EXTREME ROOM MAKEOVER FROM START TO FINISH WITH A DIY HIDDEN CLOSET!!!

Thank you Article for sponsoring today's episode and making this room far more epic than it ever would've been. For the furniture I used, please see the links below!
Divan Daybed: bit.ly/3HiHtcx
Rictu Bookcase: bit.ly/3IyIHAk
Zakra Rug: bit.ly/3pvtkB3
Cossa Cowhide Rug: bit.ly/3MgNuIX
Narro Black Side Table: bit.ly/3K49cxO
Basi Bedframe: bit.ly/3Mbuyv5
For their full catalogue: bit.ly/3aRpE8i
It has been far too long since I've done a complete room transformation so it was only right to come back with a bang. Hidden yet huge IKEA PAX hack, a mini fridge and a King size bed with space on the floor for activities? Yes please! Thank you once again to Article for making this makeover happen xx.
Other Items Used...
Blackout Drapes: amzn.to/3QhhbLM
Light Fixture: amzn.to/39tCGIQ
All bedding from Target
Gold chain, pots, plants + macrame hangers from Home Depot
Glass bottles thrifted from my house
Shelf brackets: homedepot.sjv....
All things rusted (clamp, wrenches, license plates...) thrifted
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[@lonefox]

This is insane!! You are seriously so talented and handy. Casually moves door....

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha 😂 miss and love you! I had to unfollow you and follow you back in Instagram to see your stuff again. Let's do a Palm Springs weekend?

[@lonefox]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz please I would love to!! Text me 💕💕💕

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

@@lonefox don't threaten me with a good time. Texted you sir!

[@melissalara2]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz - Can we have another Rachel/Drew Collab please?!?! It would be awesome to see if he could come to your ranch to work on a space with you!

[@NoraDesmond897]

@@melissalara2 Word!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I am so damn happy with every detail. Happy Wednesday you beautiful humans you - thanks for being here xx.

[@carmenb8456]

Missed you Rachel! And a very happy Wednesday to you too! ❤

[@wilderchannel6879]

One of your most creative ones yet!

[@rosssalia]

This week is being memorable. Rachel showing her talent again, Beyoncé is back... I am thrilled!

[@MrGreenbudha]

Love everything about this room!

[@Koboldmensch]

Absolutely not my style, but absolutely stunning. Love when people go off the beaten paths. My fave is probably the wrench with the books!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! I love the unexpected detail.

[@laurasamaniego5274]

This is so awsome ! It’s my favorite makeover!

[@Bubblewrapper25]

Rachel!! This is SUCH an incredible makeover. I really love the way the OSB turned out. Love to see how No Where has inspired your creativity!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah I appreciate you. The Nowhere family inspired new life xx.

[@Just1Tori]

co sign this 💯

[@olivtree4375]

Wow, absolutely incredible! The tools "X" as openers for the closets... omg. I would move in today!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@bellakinzttv]

DAMN RACHEL! You have outdone yourself on this makeover!!! I absolutely love the industrial and masculine vs. feminine look, that's how I personally style my rooms and man, this is incredible. You're awesome and this is insanely creative and so SO much fun! Glad you're back to decorating an entire space, at your place I bet it feels like a never ending process of things not being complete but one day it'll all look amazing and we're all here for the absolute journey you're taking us on. ♥

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Love you. Thank you for this!

[@Ari-yg3iu]

I been watching you since 2021. I did an extreme makeover in half of my home last year using all the tips you’ve uploaded on this channel. Now I’m pregnant with twins and rewatching all your videos, feeling motivated to do small DIY’s around the house (no heavy machinery for me lol). You’re my favorite!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah thank you!

[@santacruz7455]

Been to Joshua Tree in May and thought about Rachel: she is out there somewhere, DYiing like there is no tomorrow! Great place to live Rachel! All the best from Germany!

[@sitingliu]

This is crazy because I was also there in May and had the same thought

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

This makes me real happy. I totally was.

[@Quizgirl333]

Rachel!!! You are truly entering your element right now! Each makeover I think "oh she's really outdone herself this time" and then you go and do it again! Queen behavior, this is absolutely stunning!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

GOSH THANK YOU!

[@mael2039]

fun fact when I was little, my mum moved into her own flat with us, and she was doing it with little money, so my grandpa made us a whole kitchen, like all the counters and cabinets, out of raw OSB boards. It was the cheapest you could get and we didn't paint either. For a while, maybe a year or so, we just had this OSB kitchen, and some other furniture like that, too, and it was seriously so great. It was everything we needed and we were so happy that we were living there. It's still a good feeling to look back to the pictures of this bare ass flat with the OSB kitchen and everything. It looks much more intentional and like such a design statement in this space you made over here, maybe also because all of our furniture old hand me downs, and mismatched not in the "we're mixing colours and textures so that it looks better" kind of way but in the way where you can tell that it's for functionality and nothing else. I'm now an adult who's fully obsessed with interior design and those old photos of that flat are still beautiful to me.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for sharing this and watching!

[@athenacarter6756]

Just the gallery wall styling alone is WAY better than the Ace Hotel!!!!!! I’m obsessed with the wrench handles!!! So clever

[@MrGreenbudha]

Omfg....I never thought I'd love black walls....but I'm in love with everything in this room! I'd live there in a heart ❤ beat!!!

[@closetculture3025]

Ha! I have the same fridge, but the smaller version. Absolutley love it and love the way this all looks. The wood is something you don't expect and that makes it even better. Everything you've done so far with this property is amazing and I can't wait to see more with your own property. And all the art is such a beautiful and inspiring touch. Amazing job by an amaing woman. 🥂❤🌸

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Gosh thank you.

[@sinejorine]

You are literally insane. I love every single room makeover no matter what style it is, because you can do it all.

[@aw9712]

SO creative, SO different. Fricken LOVE IT! I love how unique your style is, opting to design spaces that feel right versus jumping towards short lived design trends

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! That's my goal!!!

[@EmmaKRedmon]

Gosh I love this! It's giving grunge, vintage, eclectic and it all goes together so well!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you Emma!

[@grisespino5342]

Love it! Syrength of metal, warmth of wood, and softness of rugs. Looks like you in that painting!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@nereaortegalopez8865]

Wowww!!! That osb with the black wall looks stunning for anyone!! And the HANDLES!???....incredible and so unique

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥰

[@amandasafterword9512]

The clamp w/ the books is SO cute for that industrial feel!! Absolutely love this makeover, it’s so fresh and different and masculine without feeling unapproachable. Excellent job! 💙💙

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you very much 🥰.

[@erinluijkx6788]

the C clamp with the books???? Oh my freaking Gawd!!!!!! AMAZING!!!!!!!!! i bow down to you!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for the love!

[@robwpowell3]

Diggin your style, videography, editing, etc. Well done channel. If you're ever doing projects on location, I have some property in New Orleans that you'd rock!

[@chloewood4273]

LOVE THIS MAKEOVER ! the wrench handles you made… are you kidding ?? INCREDIBLE

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

THANK YOU!

[@cecime36]

Wow!!! This is super different but in a good way!!! I love how you cater to your clients and bring their vision to life

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@marcelaweber8752]

I've been watching your channel a long time and you are clearly thriving in Joshua Tree compared to LA. So glad you have this supportive, creative community. Its great to see you SHINE! 🌞

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

❤️‍🔥 thank you xx.

[@taarna11]

Hi Rachel, I love what you are creating out in the desert. I have always enjoyed your videos before but you are knocking it out the park ever since you moved to Joshua Tree. The room is so beautiful and those handles you welded were amazing!! So happy for you that you are thriving. 😘

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

My heart! Thank you.

[@linshannon4480]

Great make-over. I absolutely love the way you used the OSB. It actually reminds me of rustic cork mats. There's an organic aesthetic I particularly like, and it gives such a warm feel to the room. It offsets the black beautifully. Oh, and love, love, love the welding project. It's clever, appealing and effective. Grats on being back!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Gosh thank you!

[@nt6991]

OMG it looks amazing! I love all the black, wood, and subtle pull of colors here and there in the room. The artwork and CUSTOM door pulls??? *chefs kiss*

[@darkseanymph7411]

I cannot begin to describe my feelings of satisfaction after I finished the video. You know how a video can inspire you after watching it but you don"t really do anything about it? You just say, "Oh, that was nice" and that's it? But this one made me want to do stuff, do something creative. I'm currently redoing my closet, that's how inspired I was. I'm not as good as a builder like Rachel but I'm going to give it my best.🥰🥰🥰

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

This makes me so happy. Thank you!

[@joyous2theworld]

I really liked that you saved the mural and the use of OSB. It was unconventional but I think that just added to the charm.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I appreciate it.

[@reflexology52welsh48]

You have magic skills girl!!! Not in a million years would I imagine this, so beautiful!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you so much!

[@priyalgajbhiye6333]

"Desert Paradise" is what the aesthetic should be called 😍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Awe thank you xx.

[@allizbest]

I know you may not be ready for this yet, BUT talk to your friends about using their standard milling machines (youve gotta know at LEAST one person with all 3 of these) so you can just buy rough sawn lumber. You need to play with: table saw, a planer, and a jointer. I go to school for boat building now (thanks for the inspo girl) and having access to these 3 machines makes projects go so fast. You get clean 90* cuts/lines and it makes your woodworking turn out that much better.

[@cassandralyne]

I really wasn't understanding all the individual elements alone... but hot diggity doggggg when you put it all together! SO INCREDIBLE! love love love it Metz!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha it's just like my life. Pure chaos but at some point it all comes together and makes sense.

[@Keriedawayy]

you really are a vlogging queen. I watch other people do their house and idk its just not the same. So amazing to see you DIY everything. ❤️ps the constant camera changes probably help my adhd to focus and stay engaged.

[@SamSam-yb3ls]

Just wow! So impressed with the overall vintage-ness of it all! The artwork was gorgeous - not a fan of the OSB, but still love the love you gave it as an alternative material and how you made it work! Dude Blaze is so big now!!! x

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

He's so big and thank you!

[@selmag5819]

your videos are becoming more and more otherworldly in the most stunning way possible.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Awe thank you 🥺.

[@MarianneKornelius15]

Rach, u always bring it. From the clench for the blue books to the welding of the wrenches. SIS U KILL ME 🤩🔥

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

THANK YOU!

[@KelseyRomitoDIY]

Ok that’s it. You’ve got me convinced to use more color in my designs. This is incredible! Cheers to women on KZbin getting it done! 💪🏼💪🏼

[@ruthiedoeslife]

Yes. Everything about this. Just yes. You outdid yourself with this one Rachel.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Gosh, thank you so damn much.

[@jimhall142]

OMG! YES! I am an Iron worker by trade and the crossed "✖️" is the iron workers logo. I use the same method all the time with old wrenches! They are called spud wrenches. Many pro iron workers will love this awesome vid! 👏🏻

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

You have no clue what the means coming from you!

[@sarahheri7027]

so the OSB isn't my personal style, but imagining this with another material (like rustic, old wood, or painted in whatever colour) isn't that hard for me, and i love the overall room makeover. it's SO unique! also - the osb is obviously still on style with the raw industrial-style-ish direction the room took :D

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@vize376]

I love binge watching ur videos and learned some ideas...Even when I’m doing something actively like cleaning I just put your videos up and listen or take glimpse💀something about your videos motivates me to finish:))I also use some of your diy ideas to my parent’s house and the change of the house is very welcoming and I love it😌Thankss Ms Rachell!!

[@-Cece]

Doing well Rachel! It feels like the stars are aligning for you. Peace to you, with luv from my spirit.

[@catt1311]

you are literally the most unique and creative person on the internet

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@strictly1becca]

rachel!!! the c clamp with the blue books!!!! holy crap. genius! gorgeous.

[@strictly1becca]

THE WRENCH HANDLES!!!! girl.

[@strictly1becca]

love this one SO much!!!! you killed it.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@baumannmate5806]

Rachel, it's sooo good to see your makeovers back! I have been following your journey for the past few years now, and I am really glad to see you thrive. What you have done to this room is absolutely insane! One of my favorites for sure, I just love it! Looking forward to the next ones❤️ Love from Hungary🙂

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! Feels good to be back to making over.

[@nlozoya85nl]

I can not believe I liked the OSB so much. Not a fan of it but you made it look beautiful and classy. Great job Rachel!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Why thank you very much xx.

[@shirleycarter2451]

Love your spanner 🔧 door handles,what a genius idea 💡 👏 😀 How great is it that you've used a cheaper material but then turned it into the most amazing design feature 👏 really impressed. Xxx

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Appreciate that xx.

[@bella.v6888]

I LOVE YOUR WORK RACHEL!!! Thank you so much for being you and killing every project that you get your hands on. You keep me inspired! ❤️❤️

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Loving you xx.

[@alainalaniedougherty9161]

You talking about loving the OSB I realized I love OSB because it was our staple in my college theatre build shop. Like yes. I definitely would use OSB like this.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I love how it came out.

[@marnilane6124]

Rachel, this is incredible. Love it! Also, the painting of the beautiful lady, holy shit, phenomenal!

[@flossiebarfield3174]

Ok i was skeptical about the OSB in the , but wow when it was all pulled together it looks so awesome with all the other elements in the room!! It is sure good to see your creative side again!! Love it!!

[@GillDawe]

I'm not the biggest fan of OSB or exposed Plywood in rooms but I really think you pulled it all together really nicely here!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! 🙏🏼 that means a lot if I can change someone's mind with design.

[@arianagee573]

I really wasn't sure how to feel about the osb, but it fits so well when it all comes together 💕💕 your genius is amazing

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@danettefuentes7233]

I wasn’t comfortable with the idea of this makeover at first, then as I watched the process and saw the outcome I really started to like the designing and architecture of this room. You did amazing!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah thank you!

[@katem2411]

Damn, you're really pulling out all the stops - love your style and creativity and I'm super excited to see the future article colabs. Oh and for barn doors (I've built/hung four of them) that don't hang out far enough, I'd suggest putting up a deeper piece of wood to hang the track on. Something 1 - 2 cm thicker than the door frame hung above the frame should give the hardware enough clearance to not be an issue.

[@MissyGathoni]

This was absolutely mind-blowing. Your creativity is on another level. This was insane Rachel! ❤️❤️

[@lucytabs]

I didn’t expect to like this, but what the freaking wow? I love this!!!! This is a literal transformation.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@jacryan2004]

I LOVE the clamp with the books!! What a fantasticly amazing idea

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@molliehouston3061]

Rachel, I love how you fine things around the place and make amazing things. 🤩

[@noname-ed6tj]

obsessed! I love what you said about tying together feminine and masculine when you used the chain for the macrame. I love industrial but too much of it overwhelms me. seeing you tie it in like this is inspiring and I hope I can add my own flair to that idea. you never miss!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ah thank you!

[@fellowshipofthecraftofficial]

This is brilliant! It looks so good! I love how strong the room's personality is. I also love how chill Blaze was with the mattress being lifted over him

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@zakarymeakin6673]

Yeah..... this is re-donkulous. Just looks amazing. Your interior design skills are getting better and better.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I appreciate you so much.

[@TheBrazenGoddess]

So freaking stunning, your design skills have gotten even better

[@sylviashanabrough6515]

I love it! You really have a knack for knowing what is going to work for your client and incorporating and using found items to give the space that extra little flair.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ugh thank you.

[@caylecronquist]

Wow! Just wow, hands down my favourite space you’ve down.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@duck6885]

Oh my GOD RACHEL! The OSB!?? It works so well x

[@happyasmediy5069]

Wow! I am actually lost for words. This is exceptional!!

[@artyshefartsy]

oh my goodness... Everything was so creative ! Like the wrench handles.... COME ON!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! I am in love.

[@Bay6768]

Wow, this was off the hook and mega creative. I've always admired your tenacity and creativity and this one just blew my mind. Well done Rachel. Glad you're back!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! Couldn't have done it or been so inspired without the nowhere family.

[@kenn1936]

Yahhhhh Rachel!!!! I can't wait for your videos. No idea how I missed this one. I pounce as soon as one is posted. That is YT for you! Luckily I found this and it made my weekend. Thank you talented lady for yet another fantastic video. keep on DIY-ing. We love everything you do, xxx

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I appreciate you so much.

[@kenn1936]

@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz Awww Rachel WE appreciate you!! and love your doggies xxx

[@Heljhammack]

This style is giving industrial boho! I didn’t think I’d enjoy this room but I loved the final product!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you for watching!

[@amywoolsey6591]

Absolutely Amazing!!! I thought the book holder made of a C clamp was amazing enough, but then... BUT THEN.. the welding of the hardware to make the X handle!!! Seriously!! It just keeps going.... Way to go! Ever love a video (videographer) so much that you make sure to watch all the commercials. (I mean unless it's one of those crazy 45+ min things- seriously). Yup! Rachel, you're that good :) Lovin' your makeovers and your style.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Loving you!

[@guadalupeoc7157]

I mean, I liked the room before so I have no words for how it looks now. It's STUNNING !!! You did an amazing job Rachel, the room is absolutely breathtaking!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

THANK YOU!

[@TBYRDLEW]

Rachel is back in FULL FORCE 😍🔥

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

We back!

[@sandrastaygold39991]

The way you displayed those cute books so creative love that!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I appreciate that.

[@EckerM]

Holy hell! Our girl is back with a bang! I want to be there in that room with you and your gals ect!! Love love love this🤍

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ugh I love this so much! Thank you xx.

[@anniejr92]

Completely blew this one out of the water! I love it!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@filamijoybillones6074]

Itsss sooooo good to see you back in making over again... still excited in your house and rooms makeovers.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

So happy to be back to making over.

[@nj89700]

THE BOSSLADY IS BACKKKKK TOTALLY LOVED THE MAKEOVER!!❤️

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

I appreciate you!

[@cbvickers4044]

WOW....unique and beautifully masculine. Love it.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

❤️‍🔥

[@JudesUnlimited]

I have been following your channel for several years now. I love this makeover so much! It is absolutely stunning and I can see how many skills you have gained as well. So well done. Thank you for sharing.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Ugh thank you.

[@jenna4581]

Omggg your Seinfeld jacket is the best thing I've ever seen!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Haha thank you!

[@uditisandilya1837]

Excellent design sense at display Rachel !! Totally Mind blown ! 🔥

[@charleydegreeve9250]

Ahhh Rachel I am livingggggg for this makeover! So nice to see more of the community you are a part of ❤

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you! Love to show it.

[@Liza03V]

Wowww this is the most creative room I have ever seen and I believe this is your style as well. I want to see this style in your house as well. 👏👏👏👌👌👌👌

[@kerrydutton9019]

Your decorating style is so different but I love it❤

[@eryn_282]

The TV wall please do a tutorial/DIY or something I am obsessed!!!!!

[@TheBeautifulTruthh]

i love the osb and i love the built in little side tables in each side of the bed

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@catherinegallegos2543]

SO FUCKING RAD! Holy cow this room is jaw dropping. Your creative vision is so unexpected and just keeps being so amazing. You killed it Rachel. I’m so excited to see what you do next !!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@OZ01209]

I love it! That's totally my style! Very "Artsy Urban Hotel" I love the creativity with the wall ledges.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@chel_hamelin]

Such a bad ass room! My husband loves OSB so he would be obsessed with this

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

That makes me happy.

[@cindi3759]

Looks fantastic. Love the creativity of all the decor and art you made with metal and thrifted tools!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@Ariannaaa_V]

Seriously obsessed with this makeover 😍😍😍😍 so gorgeous!!!!

[@melissalara2]

Out of all of your makeovers on your channel, I think this one is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE!!! I love the mix of styles to create a custom one that shows the unique blend of owner/guest vibes! Absolutely brilliant.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@callmetura]

This is beautiful! So much character in that room

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@nicolettejohana2418]

I live for these vlogs!! Hope you’re doing well dear ☺️

[@biancajohnson5740]

The OSB had me worried but it turned out so beautiful!!!

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

That makes me happy.

[@ProjectUpcycling]

Woof just loving it, this room became so unique and has definitely the boutique hotel vibe 😍😍 nailed it 👍🏻

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

Thank you!

[@icedmatchalatte._.]

that looks i n s a n e what the actual- 🤯🤩