Last July, we enjoyed exploring American Style here at Apartment Therapy. In her first book, Fresh American Spaces, designer Annie Selke created a primer with five aesthetics for the modern home. Which are you? More

Today, we're searching for rosy-hued items in honor of Valentine's Day. Grab a Missoni footstool in New York so your love can put their feet up, an upright piano in Boston sets the mood, and nothing says "I love you" like good design, and for that there's an Eames rocker in Washington, DC. More

TGIF! It's Friday again and that means it's time for another edition of The Weekend Guide. This week we're seeing some big pretty sales from the likes of Homesite, Unison, Lightology and Cuddledown, all shown above. Check out these and many more sales and events in The Weekend Guide. Then, pass it on and send us your sale or event.

Like many of you, I have a slight obsession with the Granthams, their staff, and the stunning setting of Downton Abbey. So it's no surprise that as I was flipping through New England's Historic Homes & Gardens, I imagined Lady Mary's colonial counterpart dressing for dinner in an ornate Connecticut bedroom. More

Price Range: ($) Budget - ($$) Mid-Range

In an ideal world, we'd all have hours and hours each week to scour the local estate sales and flea markets for That Perfect Piece. For those who love the salvaged look but can barely salvage minutes, there are people like Andy and Clytie from Ampersand Vintage Modern that do the extensive searching and heavy lifting.
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Name: Sarah
Location: Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts

My home is in the former Jamaica Plain High School on Sumner Hill. The building is surrounded with gorgeous Victorian homes and green space. I purchased my unit with wall to wall carpeting, naked walls, and unbeknownst to me....a leaky outside wall. More

Name: Chris and Erin
Location: Carlisle, Massachusetts
Size: 680 square feet
Years lived in: only 4 months — rented

I'm used to getting crushes on the homes I photograph for Apartment Therapy. But this one? This home I WANT. It fits in so perfectly with my recent obsession with the idea of living in a smaller space.

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I caught a great little video on CNN yesterday about Boston's Skinny House. Also known as the Spite House, this structure is 10.5 feet wide at its widest ... on the outside! Inside, the widest space is 9 1/2 feet wide and the narrowest is 6 1/2 feet! Check out the video after the jump… More

If you've just completed the 20/20 Home Cure, the last thing you need in your home is more stuff. Here are 6 experiential gifts in and around Boston that won't sit on a shelf collecting dust.

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I love a good party. Whether a small potluck with friends or a big Oscar bash, entertaining is one of my favorite things. Although Boston has its share of big box stores and an iParty recently opened in Back Bay, I prefer shopping local and independent whenever possible. So when it comes to supplying the party, here are my 3 favorite shops:
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