Clip File: Best of Escapes Month
August has been an inspiring month. All of the escapes we've explored on AT have allowed us to get outside of our own homes for a minute and return regenerated, with new ideas and fresh perspectives...
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Color Combo: Red-Toned Neutrals
Neutrals aren't always neutral. They come in a wide range of shades, and their undertones can compliment or clash with another color depending on whether the neutral is warm or cool. Wood is usually...
Look!: Pick Your Nose Party Cups
My father always said, "You can pick your friends and you can pick your nose, but you can't pick your friend's nose." That statement has held true... until now. Where you can now, pick your friends...
Roof Garden by mabarchitects
If we lived in this building, we could escape every night to our rooftop paradise overlooking the streets of Athens. Like many major cities, Athens suffers from a shortage of public parks and yards....
Escapes: Out on the Balcony
Montreal
Wrapping up Escapes Month here at AT, we wanted to share this tiny balcony getaway. Sometimes, even just a small private outdoor space can make for a special escape......
We're Still Floored By Flor Carpet Squares
Flor carpet tiles have been around for several years now, that's no mystery. It doesn't change the fact that we are still madly in love with them and adore scavenging for ways others are using them ...
Roundup: Escaping to Color
Travel ignites the senses, and one of our favorite things is taking in a locale's colors. From AT:Chicago's archives, we bring you a roundup of colors near and far - from Chicago to Maui to Istanbul. ...
Survey: Design Advice
Where do we pick up our design and decorating sense of style? Is it something we absorb from movies, magazines and television? Is it something that we're born with -- like brown eyes and red hair? ...
Flickr Finds: Renovation To Do List
Making lists of the things needing to be accomplished around the house can sometimes be daunting. Writing everything out that needs to be done can sometimes feel opressive, especially when our lives...
Look! New Torsby Sideboard
An empty wall + the need for some storage in our bedroom = a long search for a simple piece of furniture.
We knew we didn't want (or need) a bulky dresser or armoire, and after living with the ope...
Rabbit Run Inn: Green Getaway in Sawyer, Michigan
Spotted on A Fresh Squeeze, this midwestern getaway offers an eco-friendly escape on the beaches of Lake Michigan. Newly opened on Memorial Day, Rabbit Run Inn combines "old world charm" with new cons...
Why We Travel
One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. - Henry Miller
Although we're in the midst of "Escapes" month, travel isn't always about escape; it's often about recapturing so...
Reader Escapes: Splendor in the Grass Continued
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Name: Regina, AT Editor
Location: Kansas Tallgrass Prairie
Link: Flint Hills Ranch
Description: During last year's Escapes Month, we escaped to the Tallgrass Prairie of Kansas. We were there to find...
Good Quotes: Arne Jacobsen
"That business of relaxation, which is so terribly modern today, is all good and well, but my work interests me so much, and is so varied, that many times it seems relaxing when I go from one aspect t...
Gallery: The Chambers Luxury Art Hotel
For getaway month, this hotel takes us away from the idea that serious art needs to be taken too seriously. Art in the rest room, in the hallway, in the stairwell, at happy hour. The take-home lesson ...
Striped Rugs from Dash & Albert
Sometimes creating an at-home escape is all about simplifying and letting go of the quest for the perfect, high-design piece. To us, these cotton striped rugs from Dash and Albert give off that beac...
Scavenger: Pair of Blue Knoll Chairs for $200
Chicago
In Roscoe Village, a pair of blue swivel Knoll chairs is for sale. The wool fabric is in good shape and the four-star bases solid. Link to these and more great chairs, etc. below!
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Small Space Solutions from AT House Tours
Chicago
Last week we rounded up 10 Small Space Solutions from AT:Chicago. This week, we're looking at our own house tours for a few more ideas. Even though we tend to average more square footage in the Midw...
On Sale: Shelving Options from the Container Store
The Container Store is one of those supply shops where they might not have the most cutting-edge solutions, but they're a good place to go for basics and they have a lot of good small-space options....
Look!: Scrap Canvas Board
We made a trip to our local art store for some canvas. While there, we were checking out different supplies and came across this small piece of scrap canvas board. It had been put out to test the m...
Good Questions: Should We Paint the Brick and Timber?
Katherine sent us a good question: Apartment Therapy Chicago, I have a large corner loft with 50' of windows and very little exposed brick. The window to brick ratio is nearly 4:1. I want to make ...
Escapes: Les Maisons de Bouteilles
Escaping a distance outside of Montreal, we just heard about the Bottle Houses at Prince Edward Island. And we thought we'd seen glass bottles reused before...
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How To: Hang Picture Frames With Two Hooks
Hanging frames on your wall can either be a walk in the park, or your worst nightmare (which depending on your nightmares, could be one in the same, but I digress). See how to hang frames with the d...
Kanye West's Apartment
Freestanding stone basin in bathroomWe certainly hope Kanye West's apartment feels a little more lived in these days. These renderings show the minimalist space as it was nearly completed back in Jan....
At On: Medicine Chest Essentials
We all try very hard to keep the products in our house down to a minimum. We know that the more "stuff" we have on hand, the harder is is to control clutter or keep things in a reasonable amount of ...
How To: Make a DIY Headboard
We've been lusting after a new bed, but after crunching the numbers we had to accept that it's not in the budget right now.
Fortunately, there are a ton of low-cost DIY headboard projects on Apart...
New from Seascape Lamps
These lamps show off light and natural combinations of materials, colors, and textures, helping us imagine the attention they'd command in a sun-filled room. Although thomaspaul designs lead the pac...
Furni's Alba Matters Artist-Enhanced Alba Clocks
When Montreal-based Furni released their Alba alarm clock, it was like a beautiful blank canvas (above). Since then, they've turned it loose in the hands of some artists who took the original design...
At Last! Bike Helmets + Hats
You've got the cool bike, the designey basket, the wooden bell... now you can finally replace that safety-first, style-last helmet with this ingenious helmet + cover system that you might actually wa...
Reader Escapes: Jessica's Easy Belize
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Name: Jessica, AT Editor
Location: Tobacco Caye, Belize
Link: Tobacco Caye Lodge
Description:I just returned from a week on Tobacco Caye, Belize. Life on this tiny island, located just south of Bel...
Scavenger: Queen-Size Loft Bed for $100
Chicago
If you need to create more space in a studio apartment, a loft bed can do the trick. At Grand and Oak Park, this queen-sized loft bed is selling for $100. Jump below for links and more good finds:
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Good Questions: Does Anyone Recognize This Light Fixture?
Chicago
Look at this fixture from my new kitchen! I am in love with this fixture, but would love a little more information on it. I am also curious about the maximum wattage I can use. It currently has 5-watt...
Hotel Rooms by United Designers
Yes, we've been going a little hotel-mad lately, but it's Escapes month and hotels provide some of the best bedroom inspiration you can find outside the home. Our picks for today include rooms aroun...
How To: DIY "Case Study DWR" Platform Bed
Matthew Haynes of Alton, Illinois wasn't keen on spending big bucks on a bedframe. So instead, he took matters into his own hands and built his own. Click through the jump to read more about how he...
Reader Escapes: Lisa's Nicaraguan Service Adventure
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Name: Lisa S.
Location: Managua, Nicaragua
Link: Hostels Central
Description: I travel to Nicaragua via a nonprofit called Love Light and Melody to provide support to an impoverished community calle...
From the Desks of the Candidates
The two photos posted here show what the presidential candidates see around them as they work at their desks on Capitol Hill. Their office surroundings, like our own homes, just might influence thei...
Stokemonkey: Making Commuting & Long Distances Possible On A Bike
Maybe it's the feel of summer coming to a close that has us so excited for bike riding lately. Or maybe, we're really into the idea of ditching your car to make your daily commutes. Strokemonkey sh...
Handpainted Mod Mats
These handpainted canvas mod mats seem like they'd be great for entryways or the kitchen. We love the look, the colors, and the practicality. All specs on the 3'x5' mats below:...
Best of Three: Decorative Curtain Rods
We've been in our home for three years and sadly, still have the same generic white "L" shaped curtain rods that were on the windows when we moved in. What is the problem? We can't seem to make up o...
Web Worms, Bag Worms and Eastern Tent Caterpillars: What's the Difference?
Outside of using them for composting, worms just haven't been on our radar. That is, until they invaded our Walnut tree (worm jerks!). So we sat down with our old friend Google and tried to find ou...
Roundup: High-Style Dorm Accessories Under $150
It's late August, which means thousands of college kids have been scouring Ikea, Target and the usual suspects for their dorm rooms. We like the affordable options that these stores offer, but we al...
Weekly Events Calendar: 08.27.08
Chicago
Untitled (Gold Spork 23kt gold leaf on plastic 2008)
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An Improbable Coincidence of Wants: The Franks
"Solo exhibition by Chicago artists The Franks. Formerly of f2, a Chicago...
Crosley Portable USB Turntable at Urban Outfitters
A while ago, we wrote about our love for the"new-stalgic" look of Crosley's radios and turntables. Now the AV manufacturer has teamed up with Urban Outfitters to create a portable USB turntable in a...
Rue Berri Residence by Brière, Gilbert and Associates
The dining room of this house on Rue Berri just makes us want to bask in the sun. The double-height space is washed with light from the side and above, and the window wall opens fully for dining en ...
Survey: Should We Paint This Ceiling?
I am in the middle of painting and rental-style-renovating an old Craftsman home. It came complete with a unique paint job - most of which has been safely covered by now.
But here's one bit we're de...
Look!: Outdoor "Wallpaper"
Cities scramble before guests arrive, just like the rest of us. The RNC is coming, and with it, a last-minute public rejuvenation that's led Minneapolis' utility boxes to be refaced by local artists. ...
Look!: A Makeshift Hammock
It took three planes, one taxi, and a very long ride in a speedboat to prove to us that the language of DIY is international. Jump down to see where we found this homemade hammock and how we think it'...
Scavenger: Baker Sofa for $975
Chicago
In the AT Classifieds, this Baker Sofa in River West is selling for $975. The 86-inch sofa has a solid wood frame, and the seller says it is in "like new condition" with no spots. Jump below for lin...
Good Questions: Help! What Should I Do with This Space?
Chicago
Shawn sent us an email: Below are some pictures of my space I am having trouble with (sorry for the complete mess, I just started unpacking everything). The whole area is 21' 8" x 7' 7" and I'm tryin...
Global Inspiration from Italian Hotels
All the Italian escapes from AT Readers have us dreaming of a trip to Tuscany. (Check out this getaway and this one for starters.) We found a virtual escape the other day that kept us busy doing not...
Midwest Scavenger: From Big Cities To Cow Towns
This week's Midwest Roundup has some really great highlights. There is a custom table and chairs set that tucks away to just under 3 ft wide in Ohio. Plus a pair of orange and white retro loveseats...
Good Questions: Entryway Help?
Anna sent us a good question: What if your entryway is little more than a few feet between your door and your living room? Such is my dilemma. Just bought a media stand (the Kingston from Crate and...
Radiator Seating by JDS Architects
Okay, it's not even close to cold yet, even here in Montreal. But we still love this idea from Montreal firm JDS Architects. It's seating shaped around the fin-tube radiators that line the windows.....
Roundup: Sprout Home Lighting
Lighting is one of those tricky things to scout out in public. Well, not so much tricky, but we all look slightly ridiculous walking around staring at the ceilings for an hour. The internet makes t...
Kelly Wearstler's Designs at The Tides Hotel, Miami
We know that when January comes around we're going to feel the "head south" bug, as always. For those of you who love a designer hotel and who've got Miami on your destination list, check out Kelly We...
Hot or Not? Alpha Coffee Table by Crate and Barrel
Jump below for voting, info and link....
Go Bold or Go Home: Living Room Makeovers by Run4istRun
Often times we come across spaces in which our socks are knocked right off. This is of course, assuming you're wearing socks; I guess you could substitute hosiery or sandals into this slot.... but I...
Blogging Marie Claire Maison: Petite Espaces
Totally inspired small spaces! This is one of the best links we've had to share in a long time -- we love it. It is the "Petite Espaces" section of the Marie Claire Maison website. We've pulled a b...
Celeb Fashion Bloggers Opine Modern Dressers
Dwell, October '08
Imagine our surprise to see celeb fashion bloggers - Heather and Jessica of Go Fug Yourself fame - featured in the October issue of Dwell (yes, we realize it's not even September yet but ours came ear...
Beach House Chic
We Midwesterners don't have access to the shore like our coastal counterparts (unless you count Lake Michigan), but we still appreciate a good beach house when we see one. Even though we're not with...
Flickr Finds: Vintage Practical Living
From a practical guide to decoration, published in 1973 by Reader's Digest, we find this vintage home shot via Flickr. We're for more of a timeless style, and this photo screams of a particular time...
Venus Zine's Craft-Off 2008
Sponsored by Singer, Venus Zine's Craft-Off is calling for entries: Got a clever handmade gift idea? Does it cost less than $40 to produce? Want to share your project with the world? If you answered y...
How To: Get Through the Airport Fast
Ah the glamour of air travel: get waved through or wanded bare feet as your belongings are pile-driven by grey bins. Make a faster getaway with these tips, from pre-screen packing to lattes. ...
Tile Vault: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Terminal D
What: Multiple examples of good - some basic, some elaborate - tile design
Where: Shops, restaurants, and facilities in Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Terminal D
When: Photos taken Thursda...
New Green Lifestyle Mag: Boho
At the bookstore the other day, we checked out Boho, a new green lifestyle publication billed as "a bohemian's guide to style." It focuses more on fashion than home design, but there were a few blog...
Scavenger: End Table (and a Brilliant Ad) for $25
Chicago
Here's the "Straight Talk" about this end table. It's solid, awesome, and has served our country...errr, our apartment, well. Can we sell it to you? "Yes we can." Your home is looking for change. This...
Roundup: Reader Escapes
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Who needs a travel agent when AT Readers have been recommending so many great getaways? So far, we've received a bunch of good vacation tips, but we've still got another week left in "Escapes Month....
Look!: Orange and Purple Color Combo
Orange and Purple is usually a combo done in small doses. Although this house in Kansas City seems to have taken it to the extreme. Give us your thoughts on it after the jump......
Good Questions: Buying Custom Foreign Wallpaper?
Chicago
Andrew sent us a good question: I love the [Istanbul-based] Studio Nommo wallpaper that I saw featured on your site. I am trying to build two spec homes in Minneapolis: modern, architectural and wit...
Money for Clutter
www.moneyforclutter.com
Montreal
To be happy in life you must immediately sell all your clutter. Mark Hodess, founder of Money for Clutter, is quoted in a recent Montreal Mirror column by Chris Barry. Money for Clutter was created...
Xtracycle: No Car... No Problem!
In major metropolitan areas, it's becoming easier and easier to swear off car ownership and depend on public transportation and the two wheels of your bicycle. But what happens when you have more to...
Mansi's Detroit Apartment
Today we heard from a devoted Detroit reader, Mansi:
Apartment Therapy has been a great inspiration for me to decorate my apartment...here are some images of my apartment living room. So, thank you fo...
What's Inside: 2000 Flushes
Wired Magazine
Here on Apartment Therapy we are typically all about natural oe eco friendly cleansers. We stick out our tongues at harsh chemicals and try to implement a healthier home with safer cleaning products...
Look! Home Pics from Bits and Bobbins
Looking for a good "Home Sweet Home" image today online, we stumbled across Bits and Bobbins, a crafty site/blog that mainly focuses on sewing and fashion. Tucked in the blog, though, was a little s...
Jenny's Mosaics
Over the weekend we hit up the great Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest for some neighborhood energy and talent. One such talent is Jenny Larsen of Jenny's Mosaics......
New Seaside Interiors
This Taschen book offers a wealth of seaside escapes between its pages. Edited by Angelika Taschen with text by Elle Decor contributor Ian Phillips, the book includes oceanfront homes from all five ...
m0851 Guestrooms: Small Space Inspiration
m0851 Guestrooms in Antwerp are run by the Canadian leather goods maker m0851. In the same style as their leather bags and accessories, m0851 has created three small guest rooms with clean, modern s...
Colorful Gifts from auto.
We are so loving the color, color, colorful items available online from NY shop auto. Check out these four and more below:...
Fox Tax & Art Gallery
It’s business in the back and art party in the front. This Mpls brother & sister tax preparation business lets you itemize your deductions, then spend them on a painting all in one stop.
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Magwear Handyman's Helper Magnetic Wristband
Magnetic genius! The Magwear Handyman's Helper is just the tool we need to tackle all our upcoming household projects. There's art to hang and baseboards to replace and a magnetic wristband is the p...
Scavenger: Russell Wright Desk and Chair for $250
Chicago
In Rockford, this Conant Ball Desk and Chair by Russell Wright is selling for $250. Made from solid birch, the desk and chair legs have some water damage on the bottom. The rattan in the chair also ...
Good Questions: Ideas for Similar Bookcase?
Chicago
Elaine sent us a good question: While vacationing last year, I took a picture of this lovely bookcase. Now it would be perfect for my new home (for tv and electronics actually). Does anyone have any i...
Hot Posts: Creating a Hotel-Style Bathroom, Making IKEA Easier, Splurge or Save: Tulip Table, 15 Modern Sectionals
Chicago
The readers favorite posts on AT:Chicago this week included tips on how to create a hotel-style bathroom at home, ideas on making your trip to IKEA quicker, whether to spend or spluge and a roundup o...
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