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Beth's Luxurious Southern Charmer
Dream Escape

073010dream-01.jpgEven though I have fallen in love with Los Angeles, I'm a southerner at heart. And when I do make it back to the south, one of my favorite spots to visit is Charleston, SC. My Dream Escape would be nestled in the middle of downtown Charleston (off of Meeting Street). I'd be in the heart of the city but close enough to Sullivan's Island for a daily swim.

  • Los Angeles
  • Beth Zeigler
  • July 30, 2010 06:30PM
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The Versatility Of A White Bathroom
Minha Casa

Although we love the tiles in our bathroom, sometimes what we wouldn't give for an all white bathroom. Not only does it look clean and fresh but we'd love the ability to morph from one look to another as easily as a change of accessories.

  • Los Angeles
  • Abby Stone
  • July 30, 2010 04:30PM
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Harriet's Nature Inspired, Designer High Rise
House Tour

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Name: Harriet Zaretsky
Location: Los Angeles, California
Size: 1112 Square Feet (2 Beds 2 Baths)
Years lived in: 1 year

The first time I walked into Harriet's home, I knew she was a designer. We live in the same apartment complex and I have to admit I was comparing her fabulous space to my own apartment. We have the exact same floor plan, so it was very interesting to see how someone else envisions the space and implements their personal design. Harriet proves that just because you live in an apartment, it doesn't mean that you have to accept their status quo designs.

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  • Los Angeles
  • Marcia Prentice
  • July 30, 2010 12:00PM
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Beadboard on Kitchen Cabinets, Walls, and Ceilings

Beadboard is a traditional material that was once installed as separate boards. Today, the availability of beadboard-look sheeting products makes this look easier (and more inexpensive!) than ever to achieve for a cottage-y look in the kitchen. Take a look!

Read the full post at The Kitchn

  • Los Angeles
  • Faith Durand
  • July 30, 2010 10:45AM
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Hotels, Motels & Musical Moods

Austin has been known as a live music capital of the world for some time now, and at any given day or night, one can saunter into a country music show or rock out to the trendiest new band. Much to our delight, Austin has in recent years also begun to garner attention for its amazingly talented architects and designers.

Mid Century Coffee Table - $150
Los Angeles Scavenger

Small living rooms need not go coffee table-less with this bargain priced small mid century table. Arrange pickup via the link below to our Apartment Therapy Classifieds.

  • Los Angeles
  • Riian Kant-McCormick
  • July 30, 2010 07:45AM
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Round Up of Quick & Easy Gift Wrapping Ideas

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Some very creative gift wrapping of an Eames lounge at Le Blog!

I've got wrapping on the brain. Maybe because it's the good husband's 30th birthday today (Happy Birthday Dear!) or maybe it's because I'm finally prepared to admit— I suck at wrapping.

  • Los Angeles
  • Jenny Butler
  • July 29, 2010 09:00PM
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10 File Boxes To Display

A recent project has us working with a client, helping her set up a home office space. It's the second level of a large loft where we've had to create storage spots for paper and office supplies. And while there are plenty of good looking file cabinets out there, we opted for a combo of open shelving and file boxes for housing paperwork.

Style Inspiration: 6 Los Angeles Hotels

We love our hotels in Los Angeles. They're not just for visitors either. If you're looking for a great bar, restaurant, spa or hair salon, it's not unusual to find them in a hotel. But, since we live here, most of us are less likely to get a peek into the guest rooms so we've rounded up a couple of our favorites, the better to inspire you to bring hotel style to your home.

  • Los Angeles
  • Abby Stone
  • July 29, 2010 04:30PM
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Good Ways for Couples to Share Food Responsibilities?

Q: How do couples share responsibilities for food in a relationship? I get the sense that my boyfriend expects me to be almost 100% responsible — yet he eats three times as much as I do. I love to cook and share, but spending $20 each night on dinner adds up to something unaffordable over the long term. I don't know how to broach the subject without hurting feelings.

Read the full post at The Kitchn

  • Los Angeles
  • Faith Durand
  • July 29, 2010 10:45AM
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Keep it Weird in Austin
Best of Austin City Guide

Austin is not only a place, but a way of describing the crazy combination of hipsters, hippies, cowboys and intellectuals that live here. If you've never been to the capital of Texas, then come for the live music but stay for the laid-back attitude.

  • Los Angeles
  • Misty Adair
  • July 29, 2010 09:30AM
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1950's Formica and Chrome Dining Table - $150
Los Angeles Scavenger

The ultimate in kitschy kitchens would not be complete without this amazing retro red and white Formica dining table. Offered for just $150 for pickup from LA proper.

  • Los Angeles
  • Riian Kant-McCormick
  • July 29, 2010 07:45AM
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Weekly Sales & Events Calendar
Los Angeles 7.29.10

7-29-la-events.jpgTHIS WEEK
• CB2 Opening in Santa Monica
• Small-Space & Container Gardening Intensive Workshop
• Designer Tag Sale in Brentwood
• Pierre Deux Opening Sale
• LA Furniture Store Opening
• Ikat Pillow Sale @ Sheherazade
• DWR Bathroom Clearance Sale
• California Design Biennial @ PMCA
• Arik Levy: Luminescence @ SMMoA
• Royal Copenhagen Free Shipping
• Organized Home Sale @ The Container Store
• Floral Design Classes @ Floral Art
• Bobby Berk Home Sale
• Room & Board Summer Clearance
• Gus* Modern Summer Sale
• Garnet Hill Summer Clearance
• BoConcept Semi-Annual Sale
• Léron Sale
• DWR Outdoor Clearance Sale
• Charles P. Rogers Bed Sale
• Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Sale
• Alessi Sale

details & 3 more below the jump…

  • Los Angeles
  • Aaron Able
  • July 29, 2010 07:15AM
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Tremendous Art on a Tiny Budget: Tiny Showcase

Having unique and different art to grace the walls of your home is one of the best ways to bring in a little personalization to your space. You might not be able to change the wall color or do a thing to those old floors your landlord refuses to replace, so instead, check out Tiny Showcase for all your small budget art needs!

  • Los Angeles
  • Sarah Rae Trover
  • July 28, 2010 09:00PM
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Did You Inherit Your Organizing Tendencies?

0728organize-01.jpgWe're right in the thick of re-watching 'Sleeping With The Enemy" and we really can't get enough of the two main homes that appear in the movie. Clean and modern, the first home shows us how Laura Burney (Julia Roberts) got her "neat freak" organizing style from her (downright despicable) husband. Living in fear of her erratic hubby, Laura learns that nothing can be out of place--ever. But once she flees and sets up shop in a new cozy charmer, she banishes his rules and throws caution (and order) to the wind.

  • Los Angeles
  • Beth Zeigler
  • July 28, 2010 06:30PM
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