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The Cement Tile Trend is Holding Strong (& We Couldn’t Be Happier)

Some trends stand the test of time for a reason. Case in point: cement tiles. Although they’ve been making waves in the decor scene for a looong while now (historians date some versions back to the 12th Century), these beautiful tiles started to pop up inside the most design-savvy contemporary homes across the globe in recent years in a big way. And it’s not difficult to see why. Along with creating artfully polished displays, cement tiles are crafted from natural materials (i.e.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 12, 2017

Upgrade Your Shower Style: Dress Up Your Bath with Valances, Cornices & Pelmets

Unless you’re talking about a new fabric, there usually isn’t much to talk about when it comes to shower curtains. (Though we could go on about the pros and cons of curved vs. traditional curtain rods.) However, there’s one decor element that can upgrade any shower curtain into a focal point: A valance, cornice or pelmet.

Brie Dyas

Jul 12, 2017

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s Former “Thai Temple” Is Back on the Market

The former home of everyone’s favorite Queen of the Twitter clapback, cookbook author slash model Chrissy Teigen and near-EGOT-winner husband John Legend is back on the market — just three years after the current owners bought the property from the famous couple. Set at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Hollywood Hills, it’s an oasis from LA that Legend himself said reminds him of a “Thai temple.

Melissa Massello

Jul 12, 2017

A Polished Condo in Singapore With Carefully Considered “Clutter”

Name: Mario and Loki the Mini-Poodle Location: Singapore The basics: 5 years, owned— 1, 000 square feet Mario’s apartment is a mix of clean minimalism with a touch of curated mess, inspired by a trip to New York. With a neutral color scheme that uses black and white as an accent, the space is full of relaxed urban sophistication. It is also full of one very cute dog. Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: My name is Mario.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jul 12, 2017

A New Palm Springs Community Sells Tiny Homes That Are Both Adorable and Affordable

Fans of mid-century architecture and design are drawn to Palm Springs, California like moths to the flame, but few can afford to actually live there. That all may be about to change, though, thanks to one enterprising “vintage mobile home park” in south Palm Springs that recently embraced the Tiny Home Movement.

Melissa Massello

Jul 12, 2017

Before & After: A Sofa Found on the Street Gets a DIY Makeover

Alfredo and Ken found this boho dream of a couch on the street (what luck!) and after letting it sit around for a bit, gave it a major vacation vibes makeover. From Alfredo and Ken: We found this vintage rattan couch on the street, it had no cushions but it was in great shape! We carried it to our house and it was sitting in our backyard for a few months before we knew what to do with it.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jul 12, 2017

8 Vintage Pieces Used in Unexpected & Brilliant Ways

I’m a big fan of vintage furniture: well-made and well-loved, the right piece can add a focal point to any space. But keeping in mind the old adage of having nothing in your home that isn’t beautiful or useful, you want to be sure that you aren’t just adding vintage pieces for the sake of them being, well, old. Check out the following for examples of vintage being brilliantly repurposed, reused, or just given the right surroundings.

Eleanor Büsing

Jul 12, 2017

5 Secrets of People Who Always Seem to Have a Super Clean Kitchen

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Apartment Therapy

Jul 12, 2017

How to Fix 4 Common Furniture Mistakes

Jul 12, 2017