The Latest: Nov 2016

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What it Costs to Rent a 2000-Square-Foot Apartment in 5 Different U.S. Cities

Two thousand square feet is massive in almost anyone’s book, so you can expect that apartments in this tier are going to fetch top dollar in any region. But “top dollar,” it turns out, is quite different depending on where you happen to be apartment hunting. Although SLC and NYC don’t seem all that different when you abbreviate them, living in a rental in the former would be about $6,000 cheaper than the latter.

Taryn Williford

Nov 4, 2016

A Playful & Colorful Cambridge Home

Name: Jossie & Kenny Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts My husband Kenny and I have rented this apartment for about one year. It’s around 800 square feet, is one of six units in our “double triple decker,” and is surrounded by other houses on all sides in our dense neighborhood. Luckily, the surrounding trees make it feel private and tree-house-like.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Nov 3, 2016

5 Trader Joe’s Discoveries From a First Timer

(Image credit: Michaela Cisney) From Kitchn → 5 Things I Learned the First Time I Went to Trader Joe’s

Apartment Therapy

Nov 3, 2016

The Secret to Happiness at Home is Hygge — Here are 9 Ways to Practice it this Winter

Finding the words to convey sentimental feelings can be hard sometimes. Yet, the opposite is true when it comes to the Danish term “hygge.” Although there is literally no single translation for the concept (pronounced hoo-gah or hue-gah) the Danes use hygge to describe the warm feelings of happiness, comfort, and coziness—not unlike our idea of holiday spirit—they strive to achieve during the cold weather season.

Caroline Biggs

Nov 3, 2016

Before & After: A Simple Yet Dramatic Guest Room

Courtney and John felt that they could take a leap of design faith in their guest room. A dark and daring ceiling and some funky, textured decor helped shape the room into an interesting and inviting space. From Courtney & John: In our opinion, a guest room renovation is the best kind of renovation! Though you want the room to be cohesive with the rest of your home, you don’t have to live in it everyday, so you can afford to take some risks.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Nov 3, 2016

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Sleek New Speakers in a Classic Brownstone

Full disclosure: I am not musically inclined by any stretch of the imagination. But music is how my home stays connected with our multitude of friends and family around the world. I’m currently completely into Life’s Blood, the latest album of my friend Patrice who is based between Paris, Brooklyn, and Cologne. Disney’s Queen of Katwe soundtrack is also a backdrop in our home.

Nasozi Kakembo

Nov 3, 2016

Tips for Keeping Your Nonstick Cookware in Great Shape

(Image credit: Emma Christensen) From Kitchn → Tips for Taking Better Care of Your Nonstick Cookware

Apartment Therapy

Nov 2, 2016

My Pantone Color of the Year Predictions: My (Mainly Green!) Guesses for 2017

Let’s leave aside, for a minute, all discussions of how “color of the year” became a thing that I spend my time thinking about, and focus instead on the wonders of what I’ve come to embrace as Color Season. Benjamin Moore announced recently that Shadow, a deep, rich amethyst, is their color of 2017. Sherwin-Williams went with Poised Taupe, a neutral which perfectly straddles the warm/cool divide.

Eleanor Büsing

Nov 2, 2016

Before & After: Chalk This Pretty Chair Up to Chalk Paint

Krys has a totally understandable addiction to thrifted chairs. This lovely lady got a stunning makeover with the help of some chalk paint and a very glamorous upholstery. From Krys: Confession: I’m a little bit of a chair hoarder. If I see a vintage chair at a flea market and it’s under $20 I usually end up coming home with it.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Nov 2, 2016

We’re Hiring: Join Our Team of Global House Tour Contributors

Love Apartment Therapy House Tours? Want to join our team and share stylish spaces from your part of the world? Well, now is your time! We’re putting out a special call for Tour Contributors. If you’ve got strong photography skills, an excellent eye for style and are inspired by wonderfully designed homes and the people who live in them, read on. We’re looking for people to photograph and write House Tours of homes of all sizes and styles.

Adrienne Breaux

Nov 2, 2016

A Fond Farewell to a Smart Small Space

Name: Carlee Location: Templeton, California My husband and I rented a granny unit studio that was 400 square feet. We were just teenagers when we first moved in and couldn’t afford much, which is why we decided to rent it. The perk was that while it was hideous as all get out, our landlord was willing to let us do whatever we wanted to the place. When we first moved in it was covered head to toe in wood panelling and ceiling tiles.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Nov 1, 2016

Before & After: A Foreclosure Remodel Bathroom Brings the Drama

Courtney & John’s bathroom was the height of ’80s glamour: a Jacuzzi tub AND a gold trimmed shower? Choosing not to live in a Gordon Gekko fever dream, they stripped the bathroom down and opted for a space that played up the historic interest of their new home. From Courtney & John: For basic necessity, the master bathroom was the first space that needed to be tackled FAST in order for us to move into this foreclosure property.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Nov 1, 2016

A Dark & Dated Kitchen Gets a Second Chance

Project by: Julie China of Idea Space Architecture + Design Location: Maplewood, New Jersey The wood paneling, formica countertops and dated finishes of this New Jersey kitchen are nothing uncommon to older homes, but they were no longer working for a family of four. Designer Julie China of Idea Space Architecture + Design came on board to open up the space and give it a welcomed refresh.

Arlyn Hernandez

Nov 1, 2016

Meet the Maker Behind These Gorgeous Ceramics

The Kitchn Editors

Nov 1, 2016

How To Fold A Rose Napkin

Nov 2, 2016

How To Fold A Turkey Napkin

Nov 2, 2016

How To Fold A Basket Napkin

Nov 2, 2016

How To Fold A Bow Napkin

Nov 2, 2016

How To Fold A Bread Basket Napkin

Nov 2, 2016

How To Fold A 3-Fold Napkin

Nov 2, 2016