Ever wondered what happened to President Jimmy Carter's White House solar panels? Installed in 1979, the panels were taken down in 1986 during the Reagan presidency and now heat a school cafeteria (...
Many assume flea markets are only a summertime affair, but the devoted vendors at the Georgetown Flea Market come out to wield their wares from 8am-4pm every Sunday all year long. Among the reasons ...
We thought we would wrap-up bedroom month by sharing one of our favorite inspiration rooms, selected for its serene color scheme. The soft blue walls and the white trim create a restful space where...
Welcome to the AT:DC Open Thread! It's the last week of the month and we're gearing up for DIY Month in February. Join us in the comments for discussion.
(Image: House Tour: Francois and Tracy's Wonde...
Name: Ann
Occupation: graphic designer for the U.S. Department of the Treasury
Location: Columbia Heights, Washington DC
Size: about 700 sq.ft.
Lived in: rented for 2 years
House Style: Art deco bu...
This week The Washington Post Home & Garden Section focuses on getting rid of clutter. Features include tips for keeping your office clutter-free, turning a corner or closet into a home office ("...
Intrigued by Target's Home Design Event, I convinced myself that I needed to make a trip to the Red Dot Boutique to check out the deals buy some laundry detergent asap. Little did I know that I was ...
ATDC reader Katie needs our help with window treatments for her bedroom:
"I just moved into my very own condo in DC! and I have four lovely windows in my bedroom. My question is about window cover...
The Antique School Bench shown at left is selling for $175 in Manassas, Virginia. The bench has beautiful, intricate cast-iron legs. We love that the bench folds, making it a great furniture piece f...
2009 may be the year of the colorful home, but we've noticed that classic black and white stripes aren't losing any ground. For clean edgy impact, there's nothing quite like them. ...
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Reincarnations Furnishings carries bold and eclectic furniture and home accessories. Open since 1993, the store offers old and new furnishings and home accessories with "a high-end look, but at asto...
Any lackluster wall of your home can become a masterpiece when you know how to group objects for impact. Here are a few tips for creating a potent display out of your random collectibles and thrift ...
ATDC reader Megan is looking for recommendations for comfortable chairs:
"I am looking to replace an Ikea Tullsta chair (pictured left) with a chair/ottoman combination for reading and general loungi...
Talented artist Harry Swartz-Turfle sent us flickr photos of the mural he painted for his daughter-to-be. Harry was inspired to use a 1940's color scheme and simple shapes because newborns only see ...
(Welcome to Leah — our newest team member at Apartment Therapy DC!)
Not your typical stuffy antique shop. With 3 creative co-owners and 6+ decor-laden rooms, this upper Georgetown oasis is a h...
(Image: Flickr member Ashley S. Goodwin)
We found this lovely picture of Ashley's post-Cure bedroom in the Apartment Therapy East Cure pool and just had to share. Though the room is still a work in...
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