Name: Urs Ziswiler, Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States
Location: Washington, DC
Tell us about your outdoor project and how you enjoy it: Contemporary, inspired by the snow-covered S...
A few weeks ago we talked about how to distract the eye from decor un-pleasantries, today it's time to talk about how to conceal them. Some people can only deal with so much visual clutter, and ...
We have always been a fan of hammocks and the automatic sense of relaxation that they provide to any outdoor space. We have also long believed in the power of a soothing bubble bath to wash away th...
This set of four Danish Modern Teak dining chairs is selling for $195 in Vienna, Virginia. The frames are in very good condition and the fabric has some stains but is in decent condition. Apar...
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With its scandalous history, cool curvy design, and prime Potomac River location, The Watergate is a fascinating DC landmark. Part of The Watergate has been converted into coveted condos &mdash...
Who would have thought? Indoors we use them to create an illusion of spaciousness, provide an interesting focal point to an otherwise empty wall, reflect light, and highlight more visually pleasing ...
Perhaps you remember this post about a vegetable garden for Baltimore's City Hall? Even though there were many naysayers out there, we're pleased to report that the first crops were recently harves...
This sturdy Crate & Barrel coffee table has a heavy beveled-glass top and metal shelf. Bought a few years ago for $299, you can get in for $100 in Alexandria, Virginia.Apartment Therapy Fur...
Apartment Therapy DC reader Jane needs help identifying her newest thrift-store find: "Recently I came across a couple of interesting plastic chairs in an antique store for only a few dollars. I tho...
Kristan Cunningham is the host of HGTV's Design on a Dime, where makeovers are done on a $1,000 budget. She and her boyfriend decided to bring her job challenge home by giving themselves a $1,...
A few months ago I was intrigued by the Sproost style quiz, and was pleasantly surprised to find my style to be overwhelmingly "rustic revival." While it's rare (and oftentimes boring, contrived...
When living in a city that is full of row homes, we tend to really appreciate a great roof deck (heck, even access to a roof is worthy of excitement). Even more excitement worthy is when it co...
This nice looking tan leather sectional sofa is priced to sell at $275. Pick it up today in Alexandria, Virginia. Can you guess which two of these items are priced at $10? Find out below the ...
We love dining outside when the weather permits, but confess that we really hate the bugs that often spoil the party during the summer months. With friends who are especially sensitive to wasp stin...
With no jury or curator, any artist or performer can participate in DC's Artomatic simply by registering. This year over 800 artists are in Artomatic and you can see all their work and perform...
A retro revival has been in the works for several years, and now it's made it way to the patio in full force. We love the vibrant colors and nostalgic edge of these cheery garden sets. They make us ...
Decorating with wine crates is a not-so-secret secret DIY idea here at Apartment Therapy, but where are they to be found? As the demand increases, the supply seems to become more elusive......
This Mid-Century Modern American Walnut desk was made by Hooker Furniture and is selling in Springfield, Virginia. The desk has some scratches on its writing surfaces but we think it's a grea...
Apartment Therapy DC reader Loren needs help cleaning a sectional purchased on Craigslist: "Harkening back to a long-ago submitted question about sofa selection, I've finally bought several pieces of...
Eight-foot ceilings used to be standard but many new DC condo buildings now boast ceiling heights of at least 10 feet. Ra'ed and David lowered the ceiling in their contemporary condo, accentuating th...
Outdoor month has arrived...and so have the mosquitoes. Given the swamp status of our city and the absurd amount of rain we've had this season, we capital city dwellers are plagued by the blood-suck...
It seems like you can pretty much do anything while in Northern Liberties now a days, and it's pretty exciting. There are modern apartment buildings sprouting up all over the place and it's great t...
This Room & Board sofa is selling for $200 — the sofa is in great condition and measures 60" long, 32" deep, and 32" high. Don't miss the 1950's turquoise suede chess table and chairs...
We're still on the lookout for fabulous seating for a good friend's new patio space, and must confess we fell in love with this option from IKEA as soon as we saw it online. We love the profile and...
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