Last week, I had a luck-of-a-lifetime stay in a 16th-Century villa in Tuscany. I'd love to show you all my photos, but this plate wall seemed particularly Apartment Therapy-esque. We've discussed countless ways to make hanging plates look modern: our favorite plate cluster walls, the best plate hangers, spray-painted plates, and my very own winter plate wall. This old-world display makes no attempts to be modern, and is all the better for it... More

The small group of Italian designers who make up Soup Studios are kicking out designs with a humorous edge. From the rude gesture of their Umberto and Louise coat rack to the funny little Sisyphus mug, Soup Studios is designing products that are whimsical while remaining absolutely stylish. More

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Long associated with artful color combinations and sought after silhouettes, Italian design house Marni recently went mainstream with their collection at H&M stores worldwide. Now they are taking another leap, this time into the world of furniture design. Presenting this month for the first time at Salone del Mobile in Milan, Marni showed a collection of 100 pieces designed for outdoor use.
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Name:

Liz & Paul

Location:

Rome, Italy

Square Feet:

750

Division:

International

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Hey everyone! This week our eagles have landed in Milan, Italy for the premier European home furnishings trade show, The Salone del Mobile, or I Saloni. I am writing this on Monday morning in Milan, having just woken up from a night flight, and the coffee is GOOD. I'm here with Gregory (home tech) and Faith (home cooking), and we're going to scour the town this week and post all day long to Twitter, Facebook and the blog. Just to whet your appetite, here are some of my first pics upon arriving. Enjoy! More

Feeling sleepy? You won't get much shut-eye in these sexy beds. These super chic, luxurious hotel "rooms" take glamping (glam camping) to a whole new level. From the remote plains of Africa to the middle of Manhattan, you can find a way to sleep under the stars. It sure beats a backyard camp-out! More

Whether sharing a flat with a friendly German couple or staying in an entire home in Washington DC, keeping your price range low can offer some rewarding results. A getaway doesn't have to break the bank! More