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Many of you, if you're doing the Cure, or even just feeling inspired by last month's Room for Color contest, may be in the throes of a painting project, considering whether to take a risk or play...
We at Unplggd are no stranger to Etsy (be sure to check out our tour of their former offices). With a variety of items and price points we hope you will find this guide useful in kick starting your ho...
While I'm celebrating designs from across the pond today, here is a fabulous wall covering from Bleu Nature, a craft-based business located in Northern France. Built entirely with wood from certifie...
Who doesn’t love a fresh bouquet of flowers or a vibrant, flowering arrangement? This time of year you’d be hard pressed to find any sort of blooming flower in the Northwest, at least one th...
Browsing our favorite Flickr images we came across Mizrobot's collection of vintage bottles and had to share. We love the colors and shapes of her well-appointed selection, and they're set off so nice...
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On this unluckiest of days, Friday the 13th, we've rounded up some broken mirrors for you. In these instances, they're used purposefully as home decor....
Looking ahead to the holiday season and all the upcoming festivities, we can't think of an easier or better hostess gift than a nice bottle of wine presented in a Wine Tote by Maptote....
Have a look at the Butler Residence located in Portland, OR. This home has an open floor plan, yet the ample use of wood throughout helps it remain warm and inviting. Qualities sometimes lacking...
This vintage Danish Fog & Morup pendant lamp has been recently rewired so you can be 100% sure it is safe to light. A truly gorgeous pendant, it will look great with contemporary or vintage fu...
I know what you are thinking and I concur. It does indeed seem a bit early to discuss Christmas ornaments, but bear with me. This is with good reason. I knew once you saw these, you would have ...
Q: Can anyone help to identify these night/end tables (large photo below)?
I have searched and searched and can't seem to find anything even similar. Could they possibly be McCobb?
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Name: Kelly Rae Roberts
Location: Seattle, WA
Size: 1465 square feet
Years lived in: 1 year
There are some homes that truly reflect their owners' personalities. The Seattle home of artist Kelly Rae...
Last week's post about affordable cocktail party basics generated a few comments from readers who share their party necessities with good friends. It's a great idea: Corral a few friends who like to e...
Unplggd reader dmstudio posed this request in yesterday's The Atocha Record Cabinet post: "I would love it if Unplggd could find some stylish record album storage solutions that don't involve buying n...
When I think of fall, my thoughts turn to the saturated colors of peacock, mustard and plum. While these are staples of my autumnal wardrobe, I have yet to make the jump to my home. In an ideal...
They say that the best color for presenting food is white. But sometimes all-white china smacks of a certain maturity and may not accurately reflect the vivacity of your entertaining spirit. ...
With the nearing of the holidays, we often find ourselves in the midst of hosting dinners and parties more than any other time of the year. There is something special about a punch bowl at an eve...
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Looking through the portfolio of Portland interior designer Janell Beals, we noticed a few instances where childrens' drawings were framed and displayed quite seriously. We're not talking pinne...
While dining in Venice Beach this past weekend, we noticed this amazing chandelier adorned with a variety of different bulbs. It left us feeling giddy with desire to have it hanging in our own home. ...
With Autumn in full swing, our walls are leaving some of us with an empty spot where our jackets could be neatly hung. These Concrete Lightbulb Wall Hooks have a cool pop art/industrial feel and they...
This vintage dining room includes a small table that expands into a giant when the three leaves are added, a corner cabinet, chairs and a sideboard....
One of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to update your decor for the upcoming holiday season is by swapping out your pillows or updating your pillow covers in your living room. Here are so...
Q: What discount I am entitled to if I buy an apartment I have been already renting? It's in California, SF Bay Area, and we've been living in the apartment for 1.5 years. Would a discount (if any) ap...
k8theriver painted an accent wall and hung some adorable artwork in her son's room.Looks like he loves it!
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Despite the name, the Record Cabinet by Atocha isn't just for vinyl junkies. With several configurations offering storage for audio components, DVDs and CDs in various sizes and materials, the tastefu...
Since a good host always has coffee available at the end of a lovely dinner party, let's revisit one of the few coffee makers heralded by coffee connoisseurs and design enthusiasts alike. Patented i...
Shapes and colors and testing of gravity: it brought back memories of the scribbled drawings we used to make, shapes that had no meaning or sense. A recent trip to the Seattle Art Museum’s exh...
Yes, yes, we're writing about something full of elements that normally fall on our "don't" list. Neon. Blacklights. We get it. But take a moment, and look at these gorgeous paintings, and tell us you ...
Combine lush green with metallic gold and you get rich, luxurious results. This first room is made even more so by that velvet upholstery on the sofa. Prrrrrrrr....
Vintage telephones can add visual interest, a little fun and a nice pop of color to a room. They could be functional too, of course, if you had the patience to dial. (Remember dialing?)...
I am impressed by the multiple possibilities of this Stacking Nesting Table by Florian Kräutli. It can be used as a shelves, chairs, or multiple tables and then stowed away completely depending...
This set of six vintage bentwood chairs (two armchairs and four armless) is up for grabs on our Apartment Therapy classifieds for only $200!...
As fall is officially in the air, my thoughts turn to evenings spent seated in front of a crackling fire sipping on hot chocolate. My preferred fireplaces happen to be in the earthy modern desi...
Q: I am in search of a vintage farmhouse table for my upcoming (solo move upon separation from my husband of eight years) move to a new loft apartment. Since the loft is very modern and sleek, I love...
Name: Melinda Gorham, David Charles, Karson and Amelie the pooch
Location: Glen Park, San Francisco
Size: Not sure, but it's a good size for San Francisco
Years lived in: Melinda for 5 years, David...
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In a city where private outdoor space is at a premium, sometimes the best solution is to go vertical, converting roof space into usable square footage for a garden. This transformation from Su...
One of the virtues of being a laptop owner is the ability to be a part of the most nomadic of the home tech lifestyles: The desk-less. You can make your kitchen, bedroom or bathroom an instant workspa...
It's been a few years since Apartment Therapy has featured the genius and beauty of the furniture line that is VIOSKI. I recently saw a few of the collections' pieces on Jenn Ski's blog and it ...
If you are thinking about how to set your table this season (and multiplying everything by eight or more) you may be carefully considering your choices for tableware. We’ve put together a star...
Check out these creatively repurposed spray cans. We're not sure how easy (or otherwise) these would be to do ourselves, but we love creative uses for what might normally be considered trash......
When it comes to design inspiration, there is one publication we turn to every day at Apartment Therapy’s offices: The New York Times. Our favorite sections? Home, Thursday Styles, and the su...
Let's get serious with some decor inspired by suiting. From dark blues to pinstripes, these designs for the home reflect the cool crispness of the tailored business suit....
Every now and then, we like to bake a grand cake with multiple layers and fancy frosting but we never have a special way to display our masterpiece. Fortunately, cake stands are making a big com...
Festive and classic, the party decorations featured on this album cover can still hold their own in a world that celebrates kitch times. By having a few basic items on hand: streamers, tissue paper ...
These retro style solid maple bookcases are a terrific deal at $350 for two....
Living in a smallish two-room apartment (plus kitchen and bath) means our living room plays triple duty serving as living room, dining room and home office. After a recent frustrating afternoon of t...
Q: Need help deciding how to refresh these creamy yellow walls. It’s a small space, with lots of natural light (SW exposure). Just not sure how to pull this space together. I’m open to any...
Ordinarily I'm drawn to bright colors, but somehow these brisk fall days put me in the mood for rooms with textured layers of cozy neutrals. Cream and off-white tones can be used to great effect ...
All across the Apartment Therapy sites we often try to promote the idea of living with less extraneous items in the home. Unfortunately, for many of us with a bent for home technology, this can be a d...
As part of CB2's goal to have stores engage with the needs of their communities, it is once again holding its "Can Do" Food Drives in its San Francisco, Berkeley, Los Angeles, Chicago and New York s...
We love to entertain but when hosting a party we never feel as if there is enough space for everything: the coats, the food, the glasses, the drinks, the guests! Setting aside a spot for each â...
We recently came across this vintage guide to home entertaining at a rummage sale. The Calvert Pary Encyclopedia was copyrighted in 1963 and is chock full of interesting, if not a bit dated, party ide...
Ever since falling back, we've noticed the markedly earlier darkness setting in. One way to keep things cozy: a little warm lamplight....
Garage doors continue to pop up as alternatives to French and sliding glass doors and with good reason. They let in lots of lights, come in endless styles and add a cool industrial vibe to any home. H...
Aaron and Ayumi Kajikawa Piland (APAK) of Portland OR, have put together a collection of 3 sweet new prints for your viewing pleasure. Join these collaborating wonderkids and their colorful cosm...
For $1500 the owner of this retro styled loveseat had this piece custom made for their home, but now it can be yours for just $400. Listed in excellent gently used condition this is a great wa...
Today we are featuring the second installment of photographs from the Icons of Design designer showcase on the 52nd floor of the Millennium Tower in San Francisco. Last week, we featured some o...
Q: Here are three pictures of my bedroom. The wall is painted a darkish grey with white trim. Bed is a dark wood with the night stands soon to be matched. I'm looking for suggestions on window tr...
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