The Latest: Mar 2019

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Nearly Every Color Is Represented in This Cozy Delaware Home

Name: Kirsten Olson, partner, college-aged child, pets galore! Location: Bellefonte — Wilmington, Delaware Size: 2,000 square feet Years lived in: 13 years, owned Our family—my husband, college-aged child, and me—have lived in this house for 13 years, along with a constantly changing array of pets. (Right now it’s two dogs and four cats.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Mar 5, 2019

3 Things at Home You Need to “Hand Mop”

As much as we love the cleaning tools and hacks that promise to make cleaning as quick and painless as possible, there’s no real substitute for our own eyes and hands. Getting down on hands and knees and mopping the old-fashioned, bucket-and-rag way results in a detailed kind of clean that no other method provides and that, every once in a while, is so worth it. When you get yourself on a different level, you’ll see things that haven’t been cleaned in a very long time.

Shifrah Combiths

Mar 5, 2019

Look Inside: A $350K Florida Townhouse with an Insta-Worthy Kitchen

This sunny Florida property surprises with details like a fireplace and farmhouse kitchen (that was featured on Kitchn!) 1117 Pinellas Bayway S #403 Located in Tierra Verde, Florida $350,000 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms This may look like your average sweet and sunny Florida condo from the outside, but the inside is a true surprise.

Anne Roderique-Jones

Mar 4, 2019

Bazaar Daily Finds

Chest of Drawers Painted Blush – $550 – Lovely vintage mid century dresser. Painted prettiest blush. #princess:heartpulse: 36 x 17.75 x 31 tall – SHIPS Wednesday, March 6 Dear Readers, What are you looking for? We’ve just cleaned out and relaunched our marketplace as Bazaar – the best place on the web for vintage designer furnishings and accessories directly from others in our community. These are my top picks for today.

Maxwell Ryan

Mar 4, 2019

10 Cities Where It’s Actually Cheaper to Rent Than Buy

On the fence about homeownership? There are many factors that should go into your decision to rent or buy property—and not all of them are purely financial. Perhaps you’re not sure if you’re going to stay in your current city long-term. And, hey, it’s pretty nice to be able to call your landlord when something needs fixing. But for many, the ultimate decision comes down to dollars and cents.

Kate Streit

Mar 4, 2019

Jodie Foster’s Beverly Hills Property Is on the Market

While she prepares for a speaking gig at the upcoming South by Southwest festival, would-be luxury home buyers are somewhere hunched over their laptops, completely mesmerized by the gorgeous Beverly Hills mansion Jodie Foster just put on the market. Listed by Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate David Kramer of Hilton & Hyland, the two-level 1950s dwelling is approximately 7,500 square feet, sits on a little more than an acre and has five bedrooms and seven bathrooms.

Kenya Foy

Mar 4, 2019

A March Letter From the Apartment Therapy Editor: On the JOWSRB

I decided to spend the month of February overhauling my little bathroom. It started because I spent the past six months or so really wanting a $39 shower curtain. I kept the shopping page open on my iPhone windows and showed it to my coworkers every couple of weeks (job perk). I’m coining this phenomenon the JOWSRB—joy of wanting something really badly. Sometimes it’s more fun than actually having the object of your desire.

Laura Schocker

Mar 4, 2019

Paint and Personality Transform This Cookie-Cutter New Build House

Name: Anne Neuenschwander, her partner, and three cats, Pele, Babyteo, and Mija Location: Raleigh, North Carolina Size: 1,700 square feet Years lived in: 7 months, owned I am a professional upholsterer and interior decorator while my boyfriend is an architect. We’ve lived together in apartments in Berlin and Raleigh but this is the first home we’ve owned.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Mar 4, 2019

Bazaar Daily Finds

Mid Century Style Coffee table – $190 – Lots of character in this table. You have chrome, walnut, and smoked glass. Just the right amount of each material expertly placed. It’s a newer piece so it’s in like new condition. It’s very well made. If you look under the table, you’ll see that most of the glass is supported by a wood plate underneath – SHIPS Monday, March 4 Dear Readers, What are you looking for?

Maxwell Ryan

Mar 4, 2019

IKEA Gets Cheeky With Its Own Take on the Kama Sutra

It is a well-known fact that we generally spend a lot of time in our bedrooms, (seriously, there’s even furniture designed to blur the lines between work and bed). All that time in a space, and you’re bound to get a little bored. Well, IKEA has come up with a creative way to address any and every design problem that could possibly plague your boudoir.

Kenya Foy

Mar 4, 2019

Partner

How to Set Up Your Sleep Space When You’re a Night Owl

Good sleep is hard to come by. Most of us don’t get enough of it, and even when we do it’s not always high-quality, be it because of environmental factors (sound, light, temperature) or our temperamental body clocks. The first step to better sleep is understanding what kind of sleeper you are—and if you’re reading this at 3 a.m., you’re a Night Owl.

Creative Studio

Mar 4, 2019

Partner

How You Can Sleep Better When You Don’t Sleep Alone

Most of us spend about a third of our lives in bed. But that doesn’t mean we’re really getting good sleep for those 8ish hours a day. That’s especially true for Slumber Partiers: those of us who have bedmates who stir, kids who seek refuge from scary monsters in the middle of the night, or pets who weirdly migrate from the foot of the bed to the top of our heads overnight. But no one wants to bust up a good party!

Creative Studio

Mar 4, 2019

Partner

How to Sleep Better When You’re Dealing with External Distractions

Some of us have to battle an army of external forces just to fall asleep: street noise, roommates, external light. We call these people Sleep Warriors, and sometimes it seems like the world is conspiring against them on their simple quest for eight hours of decent sleep. While these warriors have no control over environmental elements, they can arm themselves with several items within their own bedrooms to help keep out the distractions.

Creative Studio

Mar 4, 2019

6 Things Designers Think You Shouldn’t Declutter

Marie Kondo, the organizing queen du jour, bills tidying up as life-changing. But what happens when throwing away your belongings—even the more random odds and ends—sparks anything but joy? While there’s certainly something appealing about those KonMari’d spaces peppering Instagram, the truth is this magical organizing method simply doesn’t work for everyone. For some, more really is better—even designers agree.

Brigitt Earley

Mar 4, 2019

5 Places to Live if You Love Wine (On Any Budget)

If you’ve ever vacationed in a wine-producing region (known as American Viticultural Areas, or AVAs), you know they’re home to some of the most picturesque landscapes in America. And if you love wine, you’ve probably thought about moving to one of them so you can sip vino surrounded by spectacular views every weekend.

Geoff Nudelman

Mar 3, 2019

You’ve Probably Been Pronouncing IKEA All Wrong

You know IKEA, right? Obviously, who hasn’t heard of IKEA! Most of us have spent many hours inside of IKEA, not exactly trapped, but shopping for so long, the store begins to feel like a maze we don’t actually know how to get out of. At least there are Swedish meatballs to snack on when you’re losing stamina during a shopping trip. Now, if you’re a big lover of IKEA, you surely say the retailer’s name often. Chances are, you’ve been saying it entirely wrong.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Mar 3, 2019

Before and After: This Rental Kitchen DIY Is the Best Thing on the Internet

There are only so many changes you can make to a kitchen you do not own. Jess Bunge, Senior Market Editor for Emily Henderson, faced many of the classic challenges of a rental—dated floors, lackluster countertops, an oddly shaped floor plan—but brilliantly worked around them to make the space one to sigh over. The real star of this new kitchen is the countertop cover. With help from her dad, Jess cleverly cut plywood to fit over the gray granite, and built a matching backsplash.

Emily Shwake

Mar 3, 2019

People Want This Cat Paw Starbucks Mug So Badly, They’re Fighting In Stores

Have you ever wanted a limited edition item so badly, you were willing to fight someone for it? If you answered yes, you don’t need to feel too guilty for that, because you’re not the only one. Apparently, people are so obsessed with a new cup released in Starbucks in China, they’re actually getting into physical altercations in stores. Starbucks has many stylish mugs and tumblers available for sale at each location.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Mar 3, 2019

Your Pet Can Sit on the Iron Throne If You Buy Them This Custom Bed from Etsy

“When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground.” – Your cat, probably, telling the dog who is really in charge. If your cat seems to channel their inner Cersei Lannister on a daily basis, then we have the perfect gift for them. Every “Game of Thrones” fan has been sitting with bated breath since 2017, just waiting for the day new episodes will arrive. We only have a little over a month until season 8 premieres on April 14, 2019.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Mar 3, 2019

JetBlue Is Offering Free Flights for a Year If You’ll Delete Your Instagram Feed

How many times have you heard about offers that seem too good to be true? Just about every time you log onto social media, right? Same here. However, this offer from JetBlue is true and it really is as good as it sounds. If you want to get free flights for a year, you just have to delete your Instagram feed. Now, we totally understand if you’ve spent years cultivating an aesthetic Instagram, it might be a little harder for you.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Mar 2, 2019

You’re Not Imagining Things, Your Cat Actually Is More Like You Than You Know

Have you ever looked at your cat and wished you could live their life? They get to spend every day lounging around. If they get up to move, it is usually from the comfort of your bed to spread out on the couch. Their food bowl is always mysteriously refilled without them having to lift a paw. They get treats whenever they want. The spoiled house cat honestly has the perfect life. Which means you might just have the perfect life too.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Mar 2, 2019

Walk-Away Warning Signs: 5 House Hunt Deal Breakers

Before the deal is finalized, it’s important to ensure your dream home won’t come with any hidden surprises. When home shopping, things aren’t always what they seem. Some surface issues are more damaging to the value of the home than they seem, while others are easily fixed. Before you are knee deep in paperwork or empty your wallet for rounds of inspections, consider these five clear warning signs screaming at you to walk away.

Sarah Landrum

Mar 2, 2019

You’ll Love the Way Wallpaper Is Used in This Home’s Master Bathroom

Name: Pamela Thistle, my husband, and two black labs Location: Township of Oro-Medonte — Ontario, Canada Size: 2,100 square feet Years lived in: 2 years, owned My name is Pamela Thistle and I live in this home with my husband Kevin and two black Labs—Harley and Fionnegan. Our home is roughly 2,100 square feet. Slowly, we have been adding our stamp on our otherwise plain new-build home. We have done all the work ourselves and yet we are still talking to each other!

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Mar 2, 2019

Never Miss an Amazon Delivery Again – Prime Users Can Now Schedule a Set Delivery Day

The feeling that we get when a package we’ve been waiting all week for finally arrives is truly magical. However, there is an opposite feeling to that. Imagine expecting a package, be it a gift to yourself or a gift for a loved one, but it is delivered when you’re not home and you won’t be home for hours. When you finally do get home, you realize it had been raining all day, and your package was left out in the storm. Or maybe it was swiped by a package thief.

Ana Luisa Suarez

Mar 2, 2019

4 Things a Financial Planner Thinks You Should Know

Think of the term “financial planner” and what comes to mind? Somebody in a suit talking about complicated money matters with somebody rolling in dough. Think again, according to Certified Financial Planner Professional Shannah Compton Game, host of the Millennial Money podcast. I got to chat with Game about all things financial, and ask her my embarrassing money questions—which actually didn’t feel at all embarrassing with her.

Dana McMahan

Mar 2, 2019

March 2019 Memo: Destinations Not Exporters

Dear Team, Two months ago in my January Memo I promised a transformation in the company that would take place over the course of this year. That has begun with the identification of our weaknesses in brand, mobile and diversity of revenue. It has begun with the stripping down of priorities and the application of constant focus on our objectives that pull us through each week, month and quarter. But there is something missing.

Maxwell Ryan

Mar 1, 2019

IKEA Is Selling a Chocolate Bunny for Easter, and Some Assembly Is Required

It's like their furniture, but in chocolate form.

Amanda Becker

Mar 1, 2019

This Rental House Is the Definition of “Modern Bohemian Farmhouse Style”

Name: Jessica Morris, my husband and our four kids Location: Campbell River — British Columbia, Canada Size: 1,500 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, renting My husband and I have four kids whose ages range from 1 to 9. We live in a smaller 1,500-square-foot rancher and we utilize every inch of our space. We are minimalistic in the sense that we only purchase items we love and we don’t have a ton of clutter around our home.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Mar 1, 2019

8 Unexpected Perks of a Library Card

If you thought your library card was only good for borrowing books, then think again. Turns out you can score access to all sorts of awesome stuff with nothing more than your library card—usually for free. Don’t believe us? Here are eight things you probably didn’t realize you could do with your library card. Who knew your library card could also grant you access to some pretty cool streaming platforms?

Caroline Biggs

Mar 1, 2019

7 Celebrities That Prove Living In the Midwest Is Incredibly Cool

Celebs—they’re just like us! Except that, well, they’re usually multi-millionaires with McMansions in Hollywood to match. That’s why it’s so fun to stumble upon superstars living more low-key lives outside of the greater Los Angeles area and in relatively down-to-earth areas, like the Midwest. From the former Commander-in-Chief to one of the richest rappers in the world, here are seven big names who call the “Middle America” home.

Caroline Biggs

Mar 1, 2019

Before and After: A Super Low ($150!) Budget Kitchen Spruce-Up

And it only took four hours.

Emily Shwake

Mar 1, 2019

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Spring Refresh: 3 Easy Indoor Projects to Cheer Up Your Home

Spring may seem like it’s far away (especially if you live in the groundhog-hibernation zone) but its official start date is March 20. If you’re anxious to get outside after a long winter, we can’t promise good weather, but we can give you easy projects to prep your home so that when warm weather rolls around, you’ll be ready to enjoy it.

Creative Studio

Mar 1, 2019

March Is the Best Time of Year to Check Your Bathroom for Mold—Here’s How

Apartment Therapy Weekend Projects is a guided program designed to help you get the happy, healthy home you’ve always wanted, one weekend at a time. Sign up now for email updates so you never miss a lesson. The change of seasons also signals a change in the interior conditions of our homes.

Shifrah Combiths

Mar 1, 2019

David & Jeremy’s Cozy & Colorful Style Collaboration

Name: David and Jeremy Location: San Rafael, California Size: 954 square feet Years lived in: 1 1/2 years; Owned David and Jeremy purchased their condo just over a year ago, and they have been busy making the home their own with a colorful sense of style—and lots of DIY projects. The home reflects David and Jeremy’s equally vibrant personalities, and the stories behind their place are hysterical.

Claire Bock

Mar 1, 2019

A Backsplash Trend that Instantly Makes Any Kitchen More Modern & Functional

If you’re working with a small budget and a very dated space, it’s not always color or pattern that your kitchen needs to feel more modern. When narrowing down backsplash material options for your home, consider this one. It’s easy to clean, available in a few styles and an instant way to make a dated kitchen feel a little bit more modern.

Adrienne Breaux

Mar 1, 2019

Steve & Heather’s Colorful San Francisco House

Name: Steve and Heather Sacks, kids Cameron and Jasmine, and dogs Rockit and Haley Location: Potrero Hill; San Francisco, California Size: 2,400 square feet Years lived in: 5 1/2 years; Owned Walking into Steve and Heather’s home makes you feel like you have escaped to a relaxing, tropical retreat in the middle of a city best known for its cold and foggy summers.

Claire Bock

Mar 1, 2019

Get the Look: A Home Full of Second-Hand Treasures

Hannah and Jean’s 1920s home in Australia is filled with amazing pieces sourced from Gumtree, discovered in op shops, and passed down from family and friends. If you don’t have a steady supply of secondhand treasures, don’t fret, because now you can shop the style!

Tess Wilson

Mar 1, 2019

Southern Style in Northern St. Paul

Name: Victoria Kirchhoff Location: Downtown St. Paul, Minnesota Size: 780 square feet Years lived in: Rent, 8 months Young professional, Victoria Kirchhoff, carves out her own piece of Texas in a downtown Saint Paul apartment. Although an unlikely spot for a Southern girl, her cozy rustic design successfully brings her roots to the Midwest.

Selena Kirchhoff

Mar 1, 2019

Get the Look: Scandinavian Style in South Africa

Georgina and Gideon’s Cape Town home is full of unique pieces designed and/or made by Gideon, incredible textiles purchased on their travels, and treasured family pieces passed down for generations. If you don’t have access to heirlooms, airfare, or a powder coating gun, don’t despair—now you can shop the style!

Tess Wilson

Mar 1, 2019

A Bachelor Pad in Montreal

Name: Yamine Gluchow Location: Downtown Montreal Size: 700 square feet Years lived in: 1 year From an Eastern European family, Yamine Gluchow moved into his very own apartment just over a year ago. For him, living on his own is an extremely liberating experience. You’ll never feel as comfortable, nor will you ever have as much control over the decor, as when you live alone. Being surrounded by vintage finds, wood and art makes him as happy as he gets.

Marie-Lyne Quirion

Mar 1, 2019

A Dreamy 400-Square-Foot Fort Greene Studio Apartment

Name: Emily Schildt, Co-Founder of Thing of Wonder Location: Fort Greene — Brooklyn, New York Size: 400 square feet Years lived in: 1 year Emily’s apartment is all the proof you need that living in a small space doesn’t have to mean going short on style, and that with a little ingenuity a smaller space can live just as well as a much larger one.

Nancy Mitchell

Mar 1, 2019

A Simple & Bright Beach House on the Mediterranean Coast

Name: Alicia Peiró Location: Sagunto — Valencia, Spain, Size: 645 square feet Years lived in: Owned 11 years I don’t know if was the amazing and bright light, the warm materials or the sensation of being next to the Mediterranean sea, but this place completely stole my heart. Alicia, is an amazing photographer and her work is full of light, amazing stories and beautiful color. Her love for design is palpable in all the places of her home.

Alicia Macias

Mar 1, 2019

A Bohemian Meets MCM Dallas House (+ Perfect Patio)

Name: Melanie and Dalton Tarver Location: Dallas, Texas Size: 1088 square feet Years lived in: Owned 3 years Melanie writes: “My home is a mid-century traditional built in 1950. I have lived here for three years with my husband Dalton and two pups, Addie and Mr. Cooper. It’s in East Dallas which has a bit of an eclectic vibe and really feels like an escape from the city without being too far.

Adrienne Breaux

Mar 1, 2019

Get the Look: A Tropical-Vintage-Folk Flat in Barcelona

Hortense’s Spanish home is cozily filled with beloved pieces—as she noted, “Every object or piece of furniture has a story.” She searched hard for each and every piece, but I’ve done the work for you!

Tess Wilson

Mar 1, 2019

The Mascot Owners’ Free-Spirited Full House

Name: Liz and Josh Carey (+ 3 human children and 2 canine children) Location: Santa Clarita, California Size: 2,400 square feet Years lived in: 1.5 years, rented Liz and Josh, owners of the well-being shop Mascot, are the youthful heads of a full household. With three children ranging from 14 to 22 years-old and two lively pups, there’s a lot of activity and a lot of opinions to consider.

Jessica Isaac

Mar 1, 2019

Get the Look: Vermont-Inspired, Cozy Farmhouse Vibes

A country style retreat within the city, Nick & Spiro’s Chicago home takes you back in time to a slower pace and peaceful way of living. Whether you’re looking for country inspiration for your home or cabin you’re sure to find something here – from DIY throw pillows and curtains to antique inspired furniture, Nick & Spiro’s home has it all!

Emma Fiala

Mar 1, 2019

A Calm, Minimal Warehouse Conversion in London

Name: Sarah and Mike Location: Stoke Newington, London Size: 500 square feet Years lived in: Rented for a year Tucked behind the indie shops, vintage boutiques and artisan delis in Stoke Newington in London, is Sarah and Mike’s modern minimal home. The converted warehouse apartment has kept its original exposed brick wall, but is softened by lots of beautiful artwork and interesting objects, like vintage bows, handmade ceramic vases and hand-painted woodblocks.

Viv Yapp

Mar 1, 2019

Get the Look: A Sophisticated Classic Modern Apartment

Jonny and Aimée’s Chicago home is “light-filled, chic, and well-designed,” filled with classic pieces in black, white, and brass at a variety of price points—which makes it all the more fun to shop the style! Chair — Similar: Overstock.

Tess Wilson

Mar 1, 2019