In 2018, Abby and Trey Brothers bought the Page Mansion for $155,000 (£110k). Pictured here before the couple moved in, the mansion, which is in Aberdeen, North Carolina, has been left open to the elements for years after the previous owner's plan to turn it into an events venue fell through. Surrounded by grass as tall as Trey, a small path had been carved out for access to the front door and the porch had collapsed under the weight of a snowstorm. 

This tired looking bungalow in Cambridgeshire, UK  was due an upgrade. With an old roof, small windows and crumbling steps, Transform Architects managed to completely overhaul the drab façade. 

This project in Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts was a huge renovation by RAMSA Architects to a house that was deemed too new to tear down and rebuild. 

The ultimate fixer-upper, the one-storey entrance was replaced with a two-storey gable-roofed addition, which also contained a brand new staircase inside. The windows were replaced with larger, double-hung units and detailed trim was added for some personal style. 

A modern two-storey extension was added to the side of the house by OB Architecture, while the original building had a new roof and was over-clad with a new white render. Bi-folding doors open up the back and a new patio connects the house with the garden. 

The pitched roof was one element that didn't have to be ripped out. However, the windows were replaced to get better natural light in the interior. The exterior was painted a bold black and architects, Johnson + McLeod Design Consultants added a modern porch railing and staircase, which breaks up the box-like feel of the exterior. 

Captured by Abandoned Southeast, this derelict 19th-century mansion was in dire need of repair when Ross Sheppard, Jacob Hawkins and Will Walker snapped it up in 2019 for $350,000 (£254k). Known as Rockwell House, it was hidden behind overgrown greenery and locked away behind rusting wrought-iron gates. The Federal-style home was built in 1938 and featured steep steps and towering Ionic columns that make for an impressive façade that was badly in need of restoration.

Acting as both a house and jewellery business, this house in Bangkok, Thailand was renovated by IDIN Architects to fit in four brothers and sisters, as well as prepare for the future extension of the family. 

To start with, Crisp Architects exposed much of the original structure so that period details were on show. The old asphalt and shingle roof was replaced and a trio of gabled dormers were added to the front of the house for extra space. Across the back, a shed dormer pays homage to the vintage character of the property. 

It was important for the new design of this dilapidated dream home to maintain the historic structure of the original house while giving the new owners additional space for their growing family. 

The owners of this split-level home wanted to update their property with modern architecture. The design was stuck in a time warp with its red brickwork and an open porch. 

The final finish is a great example of how wood cladding and stone facing can work well together. The architect, Wentworth Studio, also added a double garage space and a protected entry porch.

The owners of this bungalow didn't have enough space to function as a family. Pinnacle Renovations added another level to meet their ultimate design expectations. 

Now a brilliant bungalow transformation, instead of moving they decided to renovate and add a second storey. The original brickwork was replaced by grey stone and pillars were added for a focal point next to the front door. The two single garages were opened up into one large double and all the bedrooms are now located on the upper floor. 

This warehouse in New York was run down and dilapidated until it was completely transformed by architect, Sebastian Quinn. Almost beyond the point of repair, it's now a stunning home. 

The dated building required serious renovation. Moore Architects added a huge rear extension with a larger living room and kitchen. The porch was brought forward to extend the ground floor. This was great for the growing family, as well as becoming a design feature.

This small farmhouse with a completely collapsed infrastructure that looked beyond repair was a ruin before being renovated by Peter Zimmerman Architects.

This Tudor-themed home sits on a hilltop in Millbrook, New York. The aim by Beckwith Group was to transform it into a traditional Duchess County Greek Revival farmhouse. Let's see how it changed...

For the family living in this home moving simply wasn't an option, so they decided to focus on a renovation that would fulfil all their needs. In the initial planning stages, regulations restricted a new home unless it was built further away from the creek which created a big challenge for architects, Sensitive Design.

This small cottage was located all on one ground floor before its renovation by Scard Design. The design was also incredibly old fashioned with white cladding and brown window frames.

The redesign was a challenge on the sloping plot and with the addition of a first floor there were several different roof lines added. Blocks of grey and white masonry mixed with natural stone façade over the garage make up the exterior design and create a bold style of architecture with much more personality than the old house. 

Today, the house has been completely transformed. After clearing away tonnes of debris and greenery, a huge project began to restore the home. It went from looking like a haunted house to an idyllic white farmhouse with a stunning covered porch. The couple, who document their journey on Instagram are now working on restoring their 140-year-old farmhouse. 

After adding an asymmetrical extension, turning to the dark side with a black exterior and a more interesting composition of windows, including one tall glazed opening, the house has a completely different architectural feel. This renovation, by show Architecture LIVE shows how you don't need to use hugely expensive materials to make a difference to your tired home.

This renovation by Granit, was a complete overhaul of a dilapidated semi-detached house in South London. The new design was more focused on the back of the building rather than the front.

The new design, by Back to Front Exterior, added cladding to the front and a pointed roof to the first floor. However, the interior layout was kept exactly the same, showing that a renovation doesn't have to mean a complete overhaul.

Tony Holt, the architect, gave the existing build a new beach house style, perfect for the sea front location. The new upper floors provide panoramic views through the huge windows. The final design transformed the property into a bespoke luxury residence. 

This house was built in the 1920s and finished with a glazed pantile roof, painted rendered walls and details to reflect the Art Deco style. The building was in danger of collapse and due to all the previous alterations, the interior layout was fragmented. 

The new design includes a new two storey extension that creates extra living space as well as panoramic views from the rear of the property. It has been transformed by The Bazeley Partnership into a contemporary home with elements of nature including wood and natural stone.

This existing bungalow was typical of its era, with a wide front, pitched roof and l-shaped floor plan. The renovation by Transform Architects, removed the conservatory and added a single-storey rear extension.

One of the main challenges for Chan Architecture with this Victorian townhouse renovation was to keep it feeling spacious and light. There were also huge structural issues with crumbling walls, poor soil conditions as well as a tight budget.

This project replaces a series of additions to a 1910 era house in Atlanta. The rear of the house was knocked down so that BDLGS Architects could do a partial redesign.

This plain brick farmhouse may provide panoramic views over the hills, but was not fulfilling its full potential in the looks department. The tired façade was in desperate need of a new look. 

The new home is clad in black aluminium siding and wooden slats to give it a contemporary appearance. The windows also extend up to the gable roof, optimising the views over the hill side. Wrapped in thick insulating shell, architects, Sito architecten have also designed it for comfort.

This project worked well within the existing building lines, but just increased on the aesthetics for the homeowner to help increase kerb appeal.

C Plus C architects retained the existing sub structure to maximise the cost effectiveness of a small budget. The wooden slats provide natural light inside, and the front porch was flattened to create a more streamlined design.

Before its renovation by Baran Studio, this property in San Francisco was a duplex, however, it needed to be converted into a modern single family home. It had maintained some aspects of its history but had also been heavily remodelled over the years. 

The new exterior design features a wall of Redwood that runs throughout the project. First making an appearance at the entrance it weaves its way through the deck, garden and the garage and encompasses the cantilevered bay window, which faces towards downtown San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge.

After stabilising the structure, the couple got to work on the interior replacing the outdated electrical and plumbing systems. Today, the exterior is unrecognisable, however, the pair made sure to keep as many original features as possible, even if that meant seeking out a specialist to repair the brickwork in the oldest part of the house. You can follow the rest of their journey on their Facebook page. 

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