Imani Keal, a DIY content creator, faced challenges with a poorly designed kitchen in her 100-year-old Washington, D.C. apartment. Discovering pests and inadequate renovations, she was determined to improve the space while remaining in her rent-controlled home. Instead of settling for minimal fixes proposed by her landlord, she negotiated for a complete kitchen renovation, leveraging her knowledge of renters' rights. Working with IKEA’s kitchen planner, she designed a new layout at a low cost, ultimately achieving significant upgrades with the landlord covering most expenses through credits and new appliances, allowing Imani to personalize her home effectively and affordably.
When DIY pro content creator Imani Keal moved into her Washington, D.C. apartment, she knew the original kitchen wasn't going to work for her.
Imani negotiated with her landlord to gut the existing kitchen and fully replace it, showcasing her understanding of rental rights.
With the help of IKEA's kitchen planner program, Imani designed her new kitchen layout for only $2,800.
Thanks to her negotiation skills, Imani transformed her kitchen with minimal personal investment and a significant rent credit from her landlord.
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