Before-and-after photos show how a couple transformed a dark and dreary house in Bangkok into a modern oasis

Zoë EttingerAug 20, 2020, 21:34 IST

Pear Junglin and Nont Taechahasadin spent eight months renovating their home.Pear Junglin

Lifestyle blogger Pear Junglin and architect Nont Taechahasadin transformed a dark, outdated three-story house in Bangkok, Thailand, into a modern oasis.
Junglin and Taechahasadin, who are dating, spent eight months and about $68,000 renovating the building, which hadn't been updated in about 30 years.
They added a modern kitchen, bedroom, office space, and updated the bathrooms and backyard area.
"We call it a home built with love and warmth," Junglin told Insider.

Nont Taechahasadin's family gifted him a three-story home in Bangkok, and he and his girlfriend, Pear Junglin, completely revamped it.

The building's first floor had almost no natural light before the renovation. Pear Junglin

The couple spent eight months and $68,000 on the renovation.

Their space now has a bright and airy feel. Pear Junglin

Originally, the home's exterior was in need of a face-lift.

Before the renovation, the exterior of the house didn't have much personality. Pear Junglin

Now, the front of the home has paneled wood, which allows for natural cooling.

They added a wooden front door and new plants. Pear Junglin

Inside, the home initially looked barren and lacked windows and natural light.

The couple had to get creative with their renovation. Pear Junglin

The couple knocked down a wall on the first floor to brighten up the living space.

The couple went with simple, modern designs throughout the home. Pear Junglin

They also added a brand-new kitchen, complete with a sleek island and contemporary light fixtures.

The kitchen has an island for dining. Pear Junglin

Originally, the second floor of the home had a wood floor, which Junglin and Taechahasadin replaced with vinyl.

It didn't look very inviting before. Pear Junglin

They designed a bedroom on the second floor, focusing on light fixtures that brought a warm feel to the space.

The new fixtures give a softer light. Pear Junglin

Prior to the renovation, the home's bathrooms were dark and needed a refresh.

The bathroom offered little more than the basics. Pear Junglin

Junglin and Taechahasadin installed a new shower, toilet, and sink — plus ample storage space.

They added modern amenities to update the home. Pear Junglin

The third floor of the building was a blank canvas full of potential.

The space called for fresh paint, flooring, and lighting. Pear Junglin

They turned the third floor into an office, complete with bright lighting and a spacious shelving unit.

The couple now has a dedicated home office. Pear Junglin

The backyard initially had a concrete floor and tin roof, and it wasn't an ideal place for the couple to relax.

The home's backyard had a closed-in feel. Pear Junglin

Now, the patio has a warm glow thanks to light fixtures, a wooden floor, and windowed doors.

The new patio gives space for entertaining and unwinding. Pear Junglin

The home's patio looks out to a garden, which needed some TLC.

The couple transformed their outdoor space. Pear Junglin

The couple's garden is now as manicured and serene as the rest of their home.

The new backyard has a polished feel. Pear Junglin

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