Wow, amazingly organized, right? As part of our look at ways to freshen up your home (and especially your bedroom) in the New Year, we've been posting a bit about getting your closet in order. Well, s...
Designed to provide a good night's sleep in style, hotels are a great resource for bedroom decorating. Many of them manage to pack a whole living area into one room, so we love to look to hotels for...
Bernice Fitz-Gibbon was an American advertising executive and a pioneer in retail advertising, working at Marshall Field's, Macy's, Gimbels and Wanamaker. Her words help us to remember that design d...
Ready to go on "the hunt" for some second hand finds for the home? Barry sent us this handy dandy driving map that he created over the break to make the trip... ...
As we look for ways to spend less money at home, DIY is an attractive option. To do something yourself, you need the proper tools, and kits are one way to make sure you're covered. We've rounded up ...
There isn't anything better than a great tutorial. We've been checking into pouring our own concrete slabs and in our research, came across a tutorial from everyone's favorite Minnesota blogger and ...
The designers who are part of the group Muuto really do seem to be creating the future icons of nordic design, now. We especially like the storage products: creative, simple, beautiful and useful...t...
Setting their latest photo shoot at the 1902 Astor Courts (built by Stanford White for John Jacob Astor IV), J. Crew gave us a catalog with notes throughout that have nothing to do with the merchandis...
We always thought straw-bale houses were a rural thing, what with all the...straw. Turns out this energy-efficient construction type is not just made for the country...
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These porcelain dishes from Bailey Doesn't Bark are made by designer Re Jin Lee, who hand paints each piece before firing it. We love the quirky, poetic details of these dishes, especially the simpl...
Click for More Photos After posting the Fornasetti collection of rugs earlier this week, we received an email about another new Fornasetti product...this one for your flat screen....
Erin writes: Hi AT! I was all set to purchase this sphere lamp from West Elm and it ended up being sold out. I was really interested in the transparent one on the left and have searched high and low f...
This photo from the Selby reminded us of the flexibility of bookshelves made from wooden crates. Stacked in a staircase-style configuration and paired with clustered artwork, these shelves tread the...
Digital coloring is never the same as painting a sample spot in your room, but it helps narrow down the pool of choices. Olympic Paints (zero VOC paint available at Lowe's) offers you the ability to p...
From above the hearth in an Evanston mansion, an early 20th century plaster frieze for $395. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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Tanis and Terry thought that they bought a classic Chicago bungalow...So here we are, thinking...
Swedish wallpaper and paint company Colorama features this bedroom "before and after" on their site. Before, the room attempted to combine a workspace and bed without any clear differentiation betwe...
You wanted the best? Oops, tough luck - you got the Little Friends. Better luck next time.
Stop by tomorrow night, for the shirt release and art expo of our favorite, Milwaukee based screenprinting ...
From the blogs today: a look at decorative kitchen clocks, layering artwork on patterned walls, zinc mail holders and customized eco yoga mats. All links below:...
We've noticed a trend lately in the way magazines and catalogs are styling bedrooms. Pendant lights with drum shades above the bed are popular......
We were reading across Martha Stewart's list of projects that can be tackled in a single day (there might be more hours in her day than ours though...) and found one that fit our needs (aka, sills th...
The February Issue of Domino features a studio/music room that belongs to Zooey Deschanel. We were immediately intrigued by the blue walls - dark yet vibrant. They feel very fresh - the antithesis of ...
We are officially on a coupon kick. Using coupons are much easier when they just appear, right? When you don't have to go digging and cutting and organizing. This little Target coupon book arrived in ...
Yesterday brought a fresh batch of snowfall to Montreal. The beautiful white covering is reminding me of my trip to Finland years ago. And my desire to snuggle up indoors is reminding me of a visit ...
We love a good mantelpiece. One of our favorites is the white marble mantel in Anna's Old-and-New Newburgh Victorian. If your home didn't come prestocked with an amazing Victorian mantelpiece, thin ...
We got an email from Kathy: Hi AT! I am looking to buy a small loveseat for my apartment. I really like the look (and price) of Nate Berkus' Studio Sofa sold on HSN. However, I'm a little unsure of...
In small apartments and modern homes, the old-fashioned vanity seems out of place. The bulky sets that used to make up dressing stations have been replaced by slimmer console tables, desks, and wall...
The flood of 2009 catalogs coming our way this week had us flipping through pages, but also reminded that we have little desire (or means) to buy new stuff. One thing we loved dearly, however, is the ...
In Andersonville, a classic Tolomeo table lamp for $160 (which is around $200 off of retail). Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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With a bedroom that is not much bigger than the bed, these owners wisely opted for a monochromatic scheme. The white space feels bright and luxurious while the varying textures of the glossy slatted ...
We found this quirky Swedish home on real estate site Innerspec. At first glance, it seems like your typical white-on-white Scandinavian home, but the personal details are what give this space its r...
We have a new fascination. Banners. Specifically used ones that are intended for repurposing. We found an Ebay seller that will send you a 14'x48 banner for $45 and the "you can repurpose that int...
We've noticed more plaid making its way into the home goods market, some of it fairly traditional (like the pillows/upholstery above) and some of it decidedly updated (like the wall treatment shown). ...
For bedroom month, we thought we'd highlight some good deals on bedding. For starters, Martha Stewart sheet and quilt sets are up to 75 percent off right now at Macy's. (Just over a year ago, many o...
Many people assume that great design comes from either coast. That to be amazing you have to live in LA or NYC. Well, Midwestern furniture designer and fabricator, Cole Scego is turning heads from ...
This list of "noble truths" is originally from an old Chicago mag called 8 Track Mind and is currently quoted on an 8 Track fan site, but we found it via Bohemian Hellhole, so this quote has traveled...
SmartBargains.com never claims to be the hippest online retailer out there. But like any great find, sometimes it takes some digging. We were surprised by the selection (and the very low prices) of qu...
Pottery Barn's Raindrop Mirror is dazzling. It's voluminous - large enough to hang over the fireplace and really take command of the room. And it's also expensive, at $450 plus shipping. That's wher...
One of the best ways to improve your indoor air quality is the simplest: open the windows. But what if it's 2 degrees outside? National Geographic's Green Guide has some tips for getting rid of the ...
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Luis sent us an email: I’ve been a long time fan of your site and was wondering if anyone at apartment therapy could help me out. I’ve been working slowly on a new pr...
Wonderwash: according to the press release it is small enough for countertop use, is easy and safe to use, and will cut down on water and electricity usage as well as save money (as much as $150-250 p...
Why do consumers pay higher prices for designer goods? How do we effectively critique utilitarian objects like chairs and cell phones? What makes IKEA so popular? These are the kinds of questions Ga...
Warming up our cold Chicago bedrooms (without drowning in themes of other climates and coasts that just wouldn't make sense here) is about more than good heating and blankets. A comfortable, beautiful...
In Geneva, a queen size Coconut Bed previously used to stage homes is available for $375. Links to this and more good finds are below:
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A parable: A wanderer on a lonely road came upon a torrential river that had washed out the bridge. So he built a solid and heavy raft, which carried him safely across to the other bank. "This is a go...
A converted attic or upper story can make a beautiful bedroom with the right layout and natural light. If you need convincing, check out the Lloyd Hotel in Amsterdam. Filled with bedrooms perched up...
These flowers adorned the table of a Fall Cure participant!
It's no secret that we are fans of fresh flowers in the home around these parts. We showcase them especially during our Spring and Fall ...
Benita does it again with a super simple, clear and concise how-to for making plain cotton (practically no-sew) bed skirts. Bed skirts have fallen out of favor due to the over exposure of big, bold ru...
This Georgian Home in the London neighborhood of Camden is filled with open shelving, from the kitchen to the bathroom. We spotted some unconventional ideas that look great in context, including the...
AT reader, Ashley from Philly, was madly in love with the Haldane Martin's ostrich chandelier, but the thoughts of owning it were a little out of reach. Taking matters into her own hands she transfo...
Seen on the web today: 3d wall art, a Bart Prince home in Aspen, Happy Birthday to Unclutterer and a local design winner. Jump below for all the links:...
Who needs one? After a smart purchase in December (before the crazy loads of snow fell) at True Value, we are continually happy with this most basic snow shovel. Last year, we blogged a few good-looki...
BCK Design, in collaboration with Antoine S. Bonetto, designed this residence in Vendome, Montreal with some pretty unique storage units. That's the bedroom above, with the bed built on a platform o...
A while ago, we wrote about the popularity of white kitchens in an economic climate that favors the basics and eschews expensive trends. If you like the simplicity that white affords, but you feel l...
Nicole is looking for some info: Living in Chicago we recently purchased this pair of Danish Modern Chairs, a great EBay find we picked up in Indiana. There are no markings besides "Made in Denmark".....
Just launched! So Italian, so luxe, so offbeat. Fornasetti designs are one of those classic 20th c things that are instantly recognizable, visually potent and send a message of "I'm a little edgy" wit...
One of the joys of having time off is the ability to let yourself "waste" time doing whatever you want. Over our holiday break, we spent an entire afternoon looking at amateur and professional stop-...
Sewing is good for cold nights indoors, relaxing, and saving money, and allows you to feel productive, creative, and self-reliant. One of my new year's resolutions is to stop bringing little things to...
Three metal and glass Getty bookshelves from Room & Board are on sale for $575 each or $1500 for the set. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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Many Chicagoans squeeze in few escapes from the city each year. We have friends with a getaway cottage in Michigan and have enjoyed spending idyllic days with them at the beach, picking apples and ant...
Although we love seeing artwork in other people's bedrooms, we're always a little uncertain about hanging it in our own. If it's going to enter our dreams, it better be something we really like. Bro...
Post holiday season is a time when our homes are finally able to take a sigh of relief. The holiday decorations have been packed up and stored for another year, the presents have all been given and ...
Good stops on the while searching the web today: A roundup of bedroom inspiration pix, beautiful branch centerpiece, a great looking new (ish) book and a vintage modern chess set...jump below for all...
Last night at a family dinner party, we heard a lot of praise for a chemical-free drain cleaner that costs around $2.50, is made from a piece of thin plastic, and is said to work better than toxic c...
Squeaky stairs are just a fact of life. But with a little know-how, you can silence the small, tell tale noise of your escape to the kitchen for a midnight snack. Click through the jump to read ste...
Back in November, we posted this photo as part of a good question from Claire. You may remember that she lives in a garden level space and was hoping to obscure the view into the apartment, while allo...
if it feels too soon to think about Spring lines of new designs, how about looking back a bit...to older items that are now on post-holiday clearance. Accessorizing proves a fresh way to revitalize a ...
We have to imagine that Brooklynite Stephen Turbek came up with the Bubble Calendar one year during the holidays, surrounded by the aftermath of children opening gifts......
Found through Japanese retailer Hiromatsu, but unfortunately not yet available in the U.S., these Sono chests of drawers seem like the perfect prototype for an adventurous DIYer. The striped pattern...
A good question from CB: I have been obsessed with the arco lamp by Achille Castiglioni for quite awhile. Unfortunately it is too tall to even fit in my apartment and way out of my price range. Instea...
We've liked Marimekko for as long as we can remember...we grew up with it and the attraction has never really waned. No matter where trends are going, Marimekko prints seem to stand alone, looking fre...
Time and again, our house tour participants have taught us that big spending isn't the key to a healthy home; it's the small things like regular decluttering, taking care of repairs, and adding pers...
For the first year ever, we had enough space for a full-size Christmas tree. In the past, space allowed only for the (fabulous) 3 ft. tall pinecone tree made by my grandfather. While this is still my ...
In Bucktown, a Muro Media Storage unit for $250. According to the DWR site, Muro Media Storage delivers the look and function of a wall-mounted flat panel TV, but without the hassle of hardwiring. Mad...
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