The Latest: Jul 2018

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A ’70s California Beach House Has the Coolest Girl Boss Corner

Name: Erin Conway, Matt, son Finnegan, daughter Tallula, and dogs Cashew and Stewart Location: Pacific Grove, California Size: 2,000 square feet Years lived in: 2 years, owned We live in the town of Pacific Grove California. A tiny beach town on the central coast. They film Big Little Lies here and in the surrounding areas so we’re kind of a big deal haha! The house is ’70s modern architecture and has loads of quirky angles.

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Jul 10, 2018

3 Smart Ways to Do Fewer Dishes This Summer

Welcome to Apartment Therapy’s Chore-Free Summer. Every weekday until July 20, we’re arming you with time-saving shortcuts and hacks that’ll help you work smarter, not harder, when it comes to homekeeping this summer. Because cleaning doesn’t have to be a chore. No other household chore draws as much ire as the dishes. Maybe it’s because they just never. seem. to end.

Taryn Williford

Jul 10, 2018

Prince Harry Bought Meghan Markle This Art —And Here’s Where You Can Get it

While you may never seen the inside of Nottingham Cottage, now you can furnish your own home with the same art as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle… if you move fast. Back in 2016 before the couple went public, Prince Harry purchased a piece of art titled titled “Everybody Needs Somebody To Love,” saying it was “for a special person.

Megan Johnson

Jul 9, 2018

Watch These Historic Ruins Rebuilt As Modern Homes

The same creative minds responsible for virtually transforming the Simpsons’ Springfield house into an array of architectural styles are back with another batch of eye-catching imaginary design projects. Graphic designers at NeoMam Studios have created various Photoshopped renderings of historic ruins that display the leftover remnants of dilapidated sites as modern luxury homes.

Kenya Foy

Jul 9, 2018

After a Breakup, a Photographer Starts Fresh in a New Place of Her Own

Name: Breeana (Bree) Dunbar and son Ari Location: Brunswick East — Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Size: 540 square feet Years lived in: 2 months, renting I moved into this apartment after my son’s father and I separated earlier this year. I found the separation absolutely devastating; it feels like a death and in a way it is. It’s the death of your life as you know it, and the death of the future you imagined for your family.

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Jul 9, 2018

10 Things You Should Never Store on Your Bathroom Counter

Bathroom counters come in all shapes and sizes, and unfortunately, sometimes, with little to no room for storage. That’s why it pays to find space-savvy ways to store your everyday essentials, well, any place other than your tiny bathroom counter. To help you carve out a little more storage space, we put together a list of things that commonly clutter up your bathroom counters—and where you should store them, instead.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 9, 2018

We’re Calling It: Tiny Greenhouses Are the Next Big Thing in Backyards

Your backyard needs this.

Nancy Mitchell

Jul 9, 2018

A West Hollywood Home Is a Whimsical Explosion of Color

Name: Troy Solomon and Ian Mofford Location: West Hollywood, California Size: 800 square feet Years Lived In: 3 years for Troy, 2 years for Ian, renting I first learned of Troy Solomon (aka ABearNamedTroy) from his Instagram, where his brazen feed strikes a colorful balance between fierce and playful, a strong aesthetic that is reflected in the apartment he shares with fiance Ian Mofford.

Jessica Isaac

Jul 9, 2018

Before and After: Great Ideas for a Builder Grade Bathroom

This ordinary-appearing bathroom was harboring a terrible secret, so a renovation was urgent and 100 percent necessary. And if the finishes just happened to get (majorly) upgraded in the process? So be it… As usual, the Before photo doesn’t tell the whole story—here’s what this bathroom was like before it was gutted: Original floor tiles, missing drawers, and mismatched faucets. This is what our master bathroom looked like when we purchased the home in summer of 2017.

Tess Wilson

Jul 9, 2018

This Bright-Blue Home Is Like a Fresh Breath of California Air

– 2915 Vaquero Avenue – Located in Los Angeles, California – $729,000 (Offer pending) – 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Pull into the drive and this punchy bright-blue house feels like a wave and a smile. Located in El Sereno, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom property is completely updated and ready for your most comfortable mid-century sofa. You’ll enter a large living space that’s bright and sunny with recessed lighting and a gas fireplace.

Anne Roderique-Jones

Jul 9, 2018

Brita Water Pitchers Are On Sale Today for Less Than a Replacement Filter

Clean drinking water is a necessity, and one of the easiest ways to get it is through water filter pitchers. Compact enough to fit in the fridge, budget-friendly, and less of a hassle than in-sink filtration systems, water filter pitchers are a great purchase for anyone who wants clean, cold water every time. Brita, probably the most well-known and trusted brand of water filter pitchers, is having a sale on some of their most popular models today on Amazon.

Nicole Lund

Jul 9, 2018

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Before & After: How One Couple Gave Their Home Year-Round Summer Vibes

Our three favorite words? Pop of color. It’s a phrase that works in just about every space, but it’s especially helpful in the teeniest homes. Here, color can simultaneously define different areas in the home while providing the illusion of depth and light. Case in point: Shaina and Michael’s tiny house. While every inch of their 400 square feet works hard, the MVP may well be their workspace area.

Creative Studio

Jul 9, 2018

This Adobe House in Utah Is a Natural Desert Dream Home

Name: Holli Zollinger, my son Lorenzo and two kittens Zizi and Zara. Location: Moab, Utah Size: 729 square feet Years lived in: 5 months, owned My name is Holli and I live in this 729-square-foot desert adobe home with my son Lorenzo and two kittens Zizi and Zara. I’m a full-time working textile/surface designer and artist of 26 years.

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Jul 9, 2018

Let’s Kick Off the Chore-Free Summer! How to Have a Clutter-Free Home Without Even Trying

Welcome to Apartment Therapy’s Chore-Free Summer. Every weekday until July 20, we’re arming you with time-saving shortcuts and hacks that’ll help you work smarter, not harder, when it comes to homekeeping this summer. Because cleaning doesn’t have to be a chore. Keeping your home clutter-free can feel like a rat race with no end in sight. Inevitably in the course of living life, stuff piles up where it shouldn’t.

Taryn Williford

Jul 9, 2018

Anthropologie Has a New Payment Option, So You Might Never Abandon Your Cart Again

How often do you fill up your shopping cart online but forget to actually finish making your purchase? If you’re anything like us, it happens at least 3x a week. You just wanted to shop around and see if your favorite store had some clothing you might like and if there were any good deals. Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, and Free People now have a new payment option available. And it is almost too good to be true! Welcome to the life of Afterpay.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Jul 8, 2018

English Cottage Meets American Colonial in a Gorgeous Ohio Home

Name: Megan Miller, my husband Jesse and our two daughters, Navy and June Location: Alliance, Ohio Size: 1,250 square feet Years lived in: 4.5 years, owned I share my home with my husband Jesse and our two daughters, Navy (3) and June (1). I’m a homebody at heart and spend most of my time at home taking care of our girls, so I wanted it to be a place I truly enjoyed being in. I love antiques and vintage home goods because I feel they bring warmth, charm, and history to a home.

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Jul 8, 2018

The Real Use For Pull-Out Cutting Boards Might Actually Surprise You

Think about your mom or grandma’s kitchen, in 2018 they might seem a little bit outdated (if they haven’t been remodeled). Some older kitchens have butter churns, crockery pots, pull-out cutting boards and more. Some things might have gotten replaced over the years, but others have stuck around. Now, the pull-out cutting board your mom used to slice and dice every vegetable imaginable isn’t actually a cutting board. It was created for an entirely different purpose.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Jul 8, 2018

Here’s What Living 2 Blocks from Trader Joe’s Is Really Like

When I moved to Boston for graduate school several years ago, my first apartment was inside a rundown 150-year-old mansion. The plumbing was shoddy, the bathroom reeked of mildew and the furnace liked to quit during snowstorms, but there was one incredible perk: A Trader Joe’s was only two blocks away. The ease of stopping to pick up a bag of yogurt pretzels and a $4 bottle of Chardonnay on my way home from class almost made the leaky roof worth it.

Paige Towers

Jul 8, 2018

7 Powerful Things You Can Do with Just an Ice Cube

Dare we say these hacks are… really cool?

Samantha Zabell

Jul 8, 2018

5 Totally Reasonable Things to Ask for in Your Lease

When it comes to renting an apartment or home, renters are bound by a number of restrictions that tend to favor the landlord. Think late payment penalties, decor choices, and early-termination fees. However, don’t think you can’t ask for your own provisions in a lease. While the landlord certainly has the right to say no, if you don’t ask, you definitely won’t get what you want.

Karon Warren

Jul 8, 2018

IKEA Responds To Rowdy World Cup Fans Celebrating In a U.K. Store In The Classiest Way Possible

If you like IKEA, then you already know the company is pretty great. They have been awarded for having Vegan-friendly products. Their store is full of affordable and functional pieces that will work in any home. Plus, there is an incredible food selection in the food court and after checkout at the store. Once again, IKEA has gone on to prove that they’re excellent and class acts.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Jul 8, 2018

10 Ways Adhesive Strips and Hooks Can Organize Your Whole Bathroom

Solve a handful of little life hassles with this one simple buy.

Dabney Frake

Jul 8, 2018

Before and After: A Terrific $2K ‘Temporary’ Bathroom Remodel

This bathroom was built in the ’30s, redecorated 30 years later… and then used as-is for decades. The new homeowners wanted to give the bathroom a much-needed update without spending a ton, and the results are a delight. First, here’s a tiny bit of backstory: 1931 Craftsman BADLY needed repainting when my then-boyfriend (now husband) purchased the house in 2003… This year we did a “temporary” budget remodel on a TERRIBLE 1960s bathroom remodel.

Tess Wilson

Jul 8, 2018

This $6 Bathroom Staple Saves Me Money Every Day

Super simple, this tiny tool has one job—and does it well.

Carrie Murphy

Jul 8, 2018

8 Money-Saving, Life-Changing Things Hidden on the Amazon Website

If you're willing to spend some time digging, you can find some pretty special deals.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 8, 2018

This Private Airline Company Offers Inexpensive First Class Tickets That Don’t Feel Cheap

Have you ever flown first class? You get to the airport early and pray to see your name up on the board, on that list of “next in line for upgrades” and hope you’re in the top 5 slot. Because who has the money to actually pay for first class? No one wants to spend $1,000 (plus) to fly for 3 hours. When airline tickets are already so expensive, the last thing you want to do is spend extra money just to see at the front of the plane.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Jul 7, 2018

A Soon-to-Be Shop Owner’s Ohio Home Is a Boho Vintage Oasis

Name: Nicola Wilhelm and my rescue cat, Oscar Location: Tremont Neighborhood — Cleveland, Ohio Size: 1,500 square feet Years lived in: 1.5 years, renting I am a lifelong vintage collector, soon-to-be shop owner (Helm Collective coming to the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland this summer). When I look around my home, I can honestly count the number of pieces that I purchased new on one hand.

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Jul 7, 2018

Did You Know These 4 Things Can Affect Your Home’s Value?

From location and lot size to curb appeal and area schools, most people know the most common factors that can affect a home’s property value. However, the list doesn’t quite end there. “Surprisingly, there are many out-of-the-box factors which may not be quite obvious that affect property value either positively or negatively,” says Marlene De Cespedes, director of luxury sales at Douglas Elliman in Miami, Florida.

Chelsea Greenwood

Jul 7, 2018

A Stay In This Space Hotel Will Cost You Nearly $10M

Technology is finally catching up with cartoons and old TV shows because it appears that people are finally going to be able to “live in space.” Yes, Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century might actually be a possible future for us now. But at a very hefty price! Millionaires are going to get the chance to travel aboard the Aurora Space Station, which is a luxury space hotel. In 2021, the Aurora Space Station will launch and will accept its first guests in 2022.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Jul 7, 2018

The 9 Deadly Sins of Bad Paint Jobs, According to a Pro

With so many things that really ought to be done by a professional when it comes to home improvement, the temptation—the need if you don’t have deep pockets—to DIY the simple stuff is totally understandable. And first on that list has got to be painting. All you do is grab a brush and go to work, NBD. Right? Well, it’s true that most anyone can do it. Doing it well, on the other hand? Maybe not so much.

Dana McMahan

Jul 7, 2018

This Service Is Here to Save Your Old Towels and Linens

Never throw out a favorite pair of sheets again!

Ana Luisa Suarez

Jul 7, 2018

Now That I’m an Adult, I Finally Understand My Mom’s Unfair Rule for Keeping the House Clean

Now, as a 30-something adult, I get it. I have the exact same rule for keeping the bedroom clean at home.

Lisa Freedman

Jul 7, 2018

5 Signs Your Real Estate Agent Really Knows What You’re Looking for

You’ve heard this piece of home-buying advice time and time again: When it comes to buying property, you should work with a qualified real estate agent. While it may be tempting to go it alone, real estate agents do this for a living and their professional expertise can make a difference. However, you’ve probably also heard horror stories about subpar real estate agents who made the home buying process more of a nightmare than a dream.

Kate Streit

Jul 6, 2018

What Insiders Look for When Buying Sheets Online

A good night’s sleep is just a click away. Thanks to the influx of e-commerce sites and direct-to-consumer companies, you can easily buy a set of sheets from the comfort of your couch. “Brands across industries are making it easier to shop online and instituting processes that make the purchase experience more seamless,” says Ariel Kaye, founder and CEO of Parachute. “The comfort, trust, and accessibility of online shopping has made it a no-brainer for consumers.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 6, 2018

This Is What Justina Blakeney Always Keeps On Her Nightstand

If you’re in need of boho inspo, look no further than Justina Blakeney. The Jungalow founder and author of The New Bohemians Handbook is known for her colorful plant-packed spaces—and the bedroom is no different. If you’ve ever wondered what the Los Angeles based designer always has on her nightstand, we’re about to make your dreams come true.

Tara Bellucci

Jul 6, 2018

The 3 Amazon Basics Purchases I Can’t Live Without

If you were to look at my recent Amazon orders, you’d yawn over the standard mom fare: A triple packet of Casabella dishwashing gloves, Wonderwoman socks for my daughter’s dress-like-a superhero-day, and dog food. The least boring of the bunch are these three AmazonBasics scores I’m about to let you in on. Sometimes the sexiest purchases solve simple problems with cost-effective gusto. Here’s what’s got me all worked up lately.

Susan Kaplow

Jul 6, 2018

This Relatively Painless Practice Can Save You $100 a Month or More

Cooking meals at home is commendable. When we have so many other options—whether it’s eating out, ordering takeout, or buying ready-made meals of one sort or another—taking the time to plan meals, shop for ingredients, and assemble them into a home-cooked meal demonstrates a commitment to a relaxing hobby, saving money, or the determination to eat as healthfully as possible. But it’s not always easy.

Shifrah Combiths

Jul 6, 2018

A Brooklyn Townhouse Is Organized and Incredibly Cute

Name: Sunny Shokrae, Ryan Eugene Kelley and Leo Arya Kelley Location: Bedford-Stuyvesant — Brooklyn, NY Size: 1,183 square feet Years lived in: Less than 1 year, owned Sunny and her husband Ryan became homeowners just shy of a year ago. The longtime Williamsburg, Brooklyn, residents needed a change in anticipation of birth of their son Leo. And moving a few miles south to Bedford Stuyvesant offered the growing family more space and freedom in how they style their home.

Melanie Rieders

Jul 6, 2018

Playful or Played Out? Designers Weigh in on Gray and Yellow Decor

Artist Wassily Kandinsky once said, “Color is a power which directly influences the soul.” Yet, finding a color combination that’s cool, modern, sophisticated, and complementary is easier said than done. For years, yellow and gray fit the bill. Easy and unexpected, the two hues were an unstoppable duo for gender neutral nurseries and cheery rooms alike.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 6, 2018

A Homebody Claims Decorating’s Hobby, but Her Home Is Professionally Beautiful

Name: Katie Varela, husband and three kids Location: Lake Forest, California Size: 1,700 square feet Years lived in: 1.5 years, owned My husband, Jon, and I live in this three-bedroom home with our three kids, ages 13, 11, and 9. We moved here a year and a half ago from a neighboring city and a house that was under 1,000 square feet, so this 1,700-square-foot home feels like a mansion to us!

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Jul 6, 2018

Tracy Morgan’s $2 Million New Jersey Home Is For Sale

After acquiring a lavish 21,000-square-foot colonial-style home in Alpine, New Jersey in 2015, Saturday Night Live alum Tracy Morgan is hoping to offload his comparatively modest digs in nearby Cresskill. The Emmy-nominated comedian initially listed his 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom-home at $2.248 million but has since dropped the asking price to $1.998 million, which is slightly less than the $2.11 million Morgan paid for it back in 2011, according to Variety.

Kenya Foy

Jul 5, 2018

This Bluetooth Speaker Is Currently Even Cheaper for Prime Members

Prime Day starts on July 16 this year, which makes it just under two weeks away. But we’re already seeing deals slowly trickling in to the Prime Day page, mostly on Amazon private-label brands and services, like Amazon Music. While we are still bracing ourselves for more deals, one AmazonBasics sale has already caught our eye: a bluetooth speaker for under $15. AmazonBasics Portable Wirless Bluetooth Speaker, $19.78 $14.

Marshall Bright

Jul 5, 2018

12 Things Good Neighbors Always Do

In a perfect world, your neighbors would be as lovable as Joey and Chandler, as kooky as Kramer, or as beloved as Fred and Ethel. But, in reality, you don’t have to be BFFs to establish great relationships with the folks living next door or down the hall.

Lesley Kennedy

Jul 5, 2018

This Actress Hand Built Her Own Funky Brooklyn Loft

"If nothing goes together, everything goes together."

Darragh Dandurand

Jul 5, 2018

9 No-Fail Ways to Style Your Coffee Table

A well-styled coffee table can be a game changer for your home. Not only does it offer up a little extra space for stashing stuff, when thoughtfully organized, your coffee table can double as an artful living room centerpiece. To prove our point, we scoured our house tours high and low and rounded up nine of the most beautifully styled coffee tables we could find. From a full-blown bench display to an airy Scandi-style scene, here are some of the chicest ideas for organizing your coffee table.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 5, 2018

Why You Should Sleep With a Sock on Hot Summer Nights

I don’t know about you, but on hot summer nights I don’t want anything remotely close to me, unless it’s the frigid, steady breeze from the AC unit. I’ve been known to draw an invisible boundary line down the center of our bed (not unlike the line that separated my sibling and me in the back of our parents’ car on long trips when we were kids), restricting my husband to “his side” so his body heat stays as far away from me as possible.

Ashley Poskin

Jul 5, 2018

4 Things You Should Never Clean with Baking Soda

From scrubbing pots and pans to deep-cleaning appliances, baking soda is such a great cleaning agent that it’s tempting to want to use it on everything. But even though it’s gentler than some alternatives, baking soda still has some downfalls. Because it’s abrasive, you have to be careful with surfaces that are lightly sealed or that have a finish that can be worn away (the same way you would be careful with scrubbing too hard with a scratchy sponge).

Ayn-Monique Klahre

Jul 5, 2018

7 Ways to Hack Your Way to More Closet Space

Closets come in all shapes and sizes—and often, with not enough storage space. Thankfully, with a little imagination (and research), you can turn your cramped closet into a stylish storage hub, no matter how tiny it may be. To prove our point, we rounded up some of the easiest—and not to mention, affordable—ways to carve out more storage for your wardrobe.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 4, 2018