5 Ways Tiny Homes Don’t Actually Save Money in the Long Run
Sure, you already know a tiny home is likely to be a fraction of the cost (and size) of a traditional starter home. But you may be curious how the two home types compare when it comes down to day-to-day living costs—and which one shakes out to be a better investment in the long run. While expenses (often unexpected ones) are a common denominator in ownership for both home types, the things that will siphon money from your savings account can differ dramatically between the two.
Sep 8, 2018
SoCal Meets Mid-century Modern in a Small Santa Monica Guest House
Name: Hank Geer and girlfriend Location: Santa Monica, California Size: 600 square feet Years lived in: 3 years, renting We live in a guest house in Santa Monica, surrounded by an avocado tree, a lemon tree, and an orange tree. When we moved in it was mint green and covered in fleur de lis. Hank took his love for furniture and turned our apartment into his first interior design project.
Sep 8, 2018
KitchenAid Just Released a Gorgeous Retro-Inspired Mixer Color for Their 100th Anniversary
Every kitchen needs a KitchenAid mixer. Yes, they are a bit pricey and take up a decent amount of space, but they are so versatile. You can make cakes, cookies, pies, dough, and so much more using your mixer, especially if you get the KitchenAid attachments. Not only can you get a lot done with this mixer, it really stands the test of time. People can have their mixers for decades, as long as they take good care of them. KitchenAid is celebrating a big anniversary in 2019.
Sep 8, 2018
6 Celebrities with Awe-Inspiring Swimming Pools
If you’re struggling with summer’s departure, fear not: In Hollywood, it’s always bright and sunny. In fact, it’s rare to come across a big celebrity who doesn’t have a sparkling swimming pool in their backyard. Whether they’re smack-dab in Los Angeles or 3,000 miles away, here are some of our favorite celebrity swimming pools: When Anna Faris sold her Nichols Canyon home last month, she actually lost money on the deal.
Sep 8, 2018
Two Design Veterans Are Behind the Next Big Direct-to-Consumer Furniture Brand
Kevin Lehrer and Jon Allen know a thing or two about quality furniture. As interior design veterans, the duo has schemed up furniture for a bevy of brands like Bed, Bath and Beyond and JC Penney. But at Sixpenny, their new furniture company, Lehrer and Allen are calling the shots. “There’s an ability to do more with less,” Allen tells Apartment Therapy.
Sep 8, 2018
You’re Going to Want to Try Trader Joe’s Blood Orange Rosé ASAP
You might think that blood orange is a thing only meant for summer, but when it is still 90 degrees in New York in September, we’re not saying goodbye just yet. This first day of fall isn’t until September 22, anyhow. Thankfully, we don’t have to leave summer behind quite yet and we can praise Trader Joe’s for that. An eagle-eyed Bustle editor spotted something spectacular on a trip to a Manhattan Trader Joe’s–blood orange rosé.
Sep 8, 2018
Before and After: This IKEA Room Divider Hack Solves Two Problems at Once
IKEA’s KALLAX is perfect for holding boxes, bins, baskets, and books, but one DIYer saw its potential as an understated entertainment unit—and the results are inspiring. This looks so great. Nicole Witney of Meraki came up with and completed this smart hack, which has so much going for it. Its central position means it is viewable from the kitchen—essential for tedious food prep/cleaning tasks—and yet it doesn’t dominate the space.
Sep 8, 2018
Nostalgia Lovers Rejoice—You Can Now Sip Cocktails at This Hello Kitty Cafe
This place is a dreamland for Instagram and ‘90s lovers!
Sep 8, 2018