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The Mini and Marvelous Mavis the Airstream
Name: Sheena Armstrong, husband Jason and Riley the dog Location: Currently in Southport, North Carolina Size: 180 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, owned The dynamic duo behind Mavis the Airstream sold this first home—a 1975 Airstream Overlander—last spring, and are currently renovating a 1977 Airstream Sovereign they are calling “Mavis 2.0.” (The original Mavis went to a good home, don’t worry.) Mavis 1.
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
Two People Live in This Cozy, 140-Square-Foot Van
Name: Steph and Matt Location: We’re constantly on the move: currently in Portugal then heading to Morocco! Size: 140 square feet Years Lived In: 3 years, owned Stephanie and Matt live a pretty slow and steady life…but one that’s also full of adventure, travels and creativity! They’re the duo behind Slow ‘n Steady Living, and they’ve shared this beautiful boho van home for the past three years.
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
A Vintage Airstream Finds Home in New Orleans
Name: Jill Dupre Location: Fairgrounds Triangle — New Orleans, Louisiana Size: 160 square feet Years owned: 3 years, owned “Let’s hit the road, Ann.” Jill Dupre remembers her grandfather’s catchphrase whenever she’s getting ready for travel, big or small. So it seemed only fitting that when it came time to name her vintage Airstream trailer, she chose Ann, after her grandmother.
Samara Vise
Apr 14, 2019
A Family of Five Shares a Small, Stylish 180-Square-Foot RV
Name: Ashley Petrone, her husband and their three kids Location: Southern California Size: 180 square feet Years Lived In: 9 months, owned Last year, Ashley and her husband sold their five-bedroom house and bought 2.2 acres of land to build a dream home. Instead of renting an apartment while their home is being built, they decided to try sharing an RV! Impressively, it only took them three weeks and $2500 to finish the RV’s renovation.
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
This Family of 7 Shares a Stylish 250-Square-Foot School Bus
Name: Gabriel and Debbie Mayes and kids Gracen, Darby, Deacon, Jovey and Gideon. Location: Redding, California Size: 250 square feet Years Lived In: 6 months, owned Gabriel and Debbie Mayes’ journey to small home living started when they purchased a school bus in February 2017, with the intent to convert it to a full-time home for themselves and their kids. Unfortunately, their first bus buy turned out to be a (rust-covered) lemon.
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
A 180-Square-Foot, 1972 Airstream Is a Beautifully Renovated Home for Two
Name: Rachael Gibilterra, her husband Virgil, and their rescue pup, Jovie Location: San Diego, California Size: 180 square feet Years lived in: 3 months, owned Rachael and Virgil live full time in this Airstream (currently parked at an RV park in San Diego) that they renovated themselves.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 14, 2019
House Tour: Gidget Gets a Sex Change
Name: DerekLocation:Los Feliz, CAYears lived in: 6 years Enter Tour SlideshowWe hope you like colour, kitsch and Midcentury design, because we have all three in abundant amount with our house tour coming by way of Los Feliz. Overlooking the beautiful St. George Reservoir, Derek’s modest 2-bedroom apartment, with it’s wood shingle clad exterior, hides a wealth of unexpected colour and collectibles within.
Gregory Han
Apr 14, 2019
How To Make a Wasp Trap from a Soda Bottle
Wasps can be helpful little creatures- they’re to thank in part for keeping the pest population in check- but they can also be quite the nuisance. Picnics and other outdoor summer activities are a bit difficult to enjoy when wasps are swarming overhead, so try to keep things under control with a DIY wasp trap. 2-liter soda bottle Honey or sugar water Utility knife Stapler or clothespins 1.
Ashley Poskin
Apr 14, 2019
House Tour: Laura’s Pared Down Perfection
Name: LauraLocation: Boerum Hill, BrooklynSize: 450 sqft, one bdrm rentalYears lived in: 7.5 years “I’ll show you the closet, it’s really nice!” When Laura said this, I knew this house tour was going to be different than nearly any other from the past 3 years.That’s because Laura is a professional organizer and she puts her money where her mouth is….
Jill Slater
Apr 14, 2019
Calling All Carb Lovers – Amazon Sells a Giant Pillow Shaped Like a Piece of Bread
How much do you love bread? There are so many ways to enjoy bread, whether you’re eating a standard roll before dinner or enjoying a slice of avocado toast. We all have a favorite pizza place because of the dough used there. The same goes for bagels because we all know that some bagel spots reign supreme over others, anyone from New York or New Jersey would argue that to the death.
Ana Luisa Suarez
Apr 14, 2019
A Graphic, Geometric 500 Square Foot London Rental Flat
Name: Rhonda Drakeford Location: Hackney, East London Size: 500 square feet Years lived in: Rented for 1 year Living in a rental flat can be very limiting. You usually have to live with pretty bland walls and remodeling isn’t really an option…unless you want to spend a lot of money upgrading someone else’s house. So what can you actually do to a rental to make it a bit more Pinterest-worthy? Come and take a look at this one-bedroom flat in Hackney, East London.
Viv Yapp
Apr 14, 2019
This Successful Artist’s Flower-Filled Home Studio Will Make You Green With Envy
California-based artist and designer Bridgette Thornton started taking painting seriously all the way back in 8th grade. “That age was very intense for me socially and academically. Art making was not only an emotional outlet but made me feel empowered,” she says. “As a child my mom would always have me working on a craft. Whenever I wanted to buy something, instead of purchasing it from the store, she would say, ‘you could make that!
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
Before and After: A Renter Remodeled Her Home on a Budget
Name: Katherine, one roommate, and a three-legged cat, Baby Location: Austin, Texas Size: 800 square feet Years Lived In: 3 years, renting My apartment occupies a single unit in a quaint four-plex on a gorgeous residential street just west of downtown Austin. I was lucky enough to discover it on Craigslist, and rushed to see the rental and to meet the tight-knit community of residents who’ve lived there for years. Needless to say, I was sold, and I rented it that very same day.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 14, 2019
Bill Goes All Black
Name: Bill IndurskyLocation: Chelsea — New York, New YorkSize: 350 square feetYears lived in: 17 — owned Paint it black? Only a true design maverick like Bill Indursky would have the courage to paint a tiny studio such a rebel color. But Bill is a confident character. He’s the man behind VandM.com, the site that has been taking on 1stdibs. Take a look at his fearless and fabulous apartment.
Troy Seidman
Apr 14, 2019
Donna & Lyla’s Tiled Wonder
Name: Donna Mingo, Lyla TurnerLocation: South St. Louis, MissouriSize: 1850 square feetYears lived in: 2 years — owned Cheerful yellow tile greets you in the entryway of Donna and Lyla’s Saint Louis home. It’s a fitting introduction to a house filled with both color and decorative original details, but the real show stopper is in the kitchen. The room’s walls and ceiling are covered with a milky green glass tile called Vitrolite.
Ann Manubay & Dabney Frake
Apr 14, 2019
Mimi’s Luxe Urban Family Lodge
Name: Mimi Lettunich and her son Bennett Raymond Location: Portland Heights — Portland, OregonSize: 6,000 square feetYears lived in: 10 — owned The 1954 modern ranch home owned by Mimi Lettunich is the ultimate urban family lodge. She shares her home with her son Bennett and (part-time) with boyfriend Kris Wigger and his son Jaxen.
Brandon Roberts
Apr 14, 2019
Caitlin and Levi’s Youthful Loft with His and Hers Offices
Name: Caitlin McCarthy and Levi OgnerLocation: Haas Building — Downtown Los Angeles, CaliforniaSize: 875 Square FeetYears lived in: 1½ years Caitlin and Levi are a fun young couple who have learned how to truly share a small open plan loft, even figuring out a set up that allows for two separate home offices.
Marcia Prentice
Apr 14, 2019
Tim’s “Old Boot” of a Carriage House
Name: Tim TuckerLocation: St. Louis, MissouriSize: 3,500 square feetYears lived in: 7 — owned Tim Tucker likens his carriage house in St. Louis’ Benton Park neighborhood to an “old boot.” The reference, which calls to mind neglected and timeworn materials, is apt. Inside his home is a what’s what of architectural and industrial detritus from well-known and/or demolished buildings in the city. With its 16 ft.
Ann Manubay & Dabney Frake
Apr 14, 2019
Emily Schuman’s Modern Rustic Home
Name: Emily Schuman, Geoffrey Fuller and their kitty Luna Location: Carthay Square — Los Angeles, California Size: 1,800 square feet (3 Bedrooms + 2 Bathroms) Years lived in: 4 months — rent Emily and her fiance Geoffrey, just recently moved into their new home in Carthay Square. Known for her popular fashion and lifestyle blog Cupcakes and Cashmere, Emily’s home is just what you’d expect — it’s warm, rich with color and ultra stylish.
Bethany Nauert
Apr 14, 2019
Paul’s Perfectly Suited Studio
Name: PaulLocation: Financial District — Manhattan, New YorkSize: 350 square feetYears lived in: 2½ — rented Making the most of a tiny studio apartment, Paul creates a luxurious and inviting living space befitting of his motto to “decorate like your clothes and dress like your bed.
Mat Sanders
Apr 14, 2019
Chris’s 280 Square Foot Mini Modern
Name: Chris PaulsenLocation: New York, New YorkSize: 280 square feetYears lived in: 4 — rented Nestled between Gramercy and Murray Hill, in one of those nebulous neighborhoods of Manhattan, lives Chris Paulsen, a former model with a propensity for modern design. As I first met him in the doorway of his little apartment to conduct our House Tour that day, I couldn’t help but blurt out my first question, “Where exactly am I?
Mat Sanders
Apr 14, 2019
Lisa’s Artistic Time Capsule
Designer: Lisa ZadorLocation: West Village, ManhattanSize: 400 square foot, two-bedroomYears Lived In:: 20 Lisa has grown into the person she is today — over the past 20 years — in the same apartment. While it started out as a cramped share amongst college friends, replete with milk crates and plywood desks, it started to mature when Lisa took over the lease.
Jill Slater
Apr 14, 2019
AJ & Alex’s Eclectic Shabby Chic Queens Apartment
Name: AJ, Alex, Ira (the pug) and Dudley (the cat)Location: Astoria — Queens, New YorkSize: 580 square feetYears lived in: 9 months — rented We got our first peek at Alex and AJ’s apartment when we pointed out their bedroom before and after. Now, the couple are sharing their entire apartment with us. With the scant 580 square feet they have to work with, AJ and Alex have packed a lot of whollop into their space.
Jason Loper
Apr 14, 2019
Stefanie & Mike’s Heavenly Hollywoodland Home
Name: Stefanie and Mike Location:Hollywoodland — Los Angeles, CaliforniaSize: 1800 square feetYears lived in: 2 years — owned Stefanie and Mike are cast perfectly for their role in this charming two bedroom home. Stefanie an actress with a talent for design and Mike a handy and thoughtful husband with a flair for surprises have managed to capture a little bit of that old Hollywood charm.
Gregory Sparks
Apr 14, 2019
Stacey & John’s Crazy Quilt of An Apartment
Name: John and Stacey Cline (and dog, Laz)Location: Skinker-DeBaliviere Neighborhood — St. Louis, MissouriSize: 787 square feetYears lived in: 2 — rented Minimalists, avert your eyes. Stacey and John’s apartment is the interior equivalent of a crazy quilt. It comprises an eclectic mosaic of recycled items, vintage fabrics, and reclaimed tidbits that Stacey brings in, mainly from thrift stores. She’s not afraid of pattern and color, and mixes them liberally to good effect.
Ann Manubay & Dabney Frake
Apr 14, 2019
Michael’s “Comfortable Modern” Rowan Building Loft
Name: Michael FrancesconiLocation: Downtown — Los Angeles, CaliforniaSize: 1,000 square feetYears lived in: 2 years Michael’s home is not just another run-of the mill downtown space. While It is common to find concrete floors and industrial modern style furnishings in lofts, Michael has balanced out his space by incorporating color, built-ins, and unexpected furniture choices.
Marcia Prentice
Apr 14, 2019
American Style Through the Decades: The Sixties
Look in practically any room today, and you’ll find some element that has its design origin ties to that high era of style, smoking and culture known as the Sixties. Sure TV’s “Mad Men” has certainly had its impact on the recent style resurgence in today’s interiors, but folks were going mad for 1960s style even before Don Draper started sipping whiskey at 10am in the morning.
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
Homemade Holiday Gift Idea: Make a DIY Barbecue Mop
The kitchen magician or grill master in your life will love this handmade, personalized BBQ mop from you! Pair this easy-to-make kitchen tool with a jar of homemade sauce 100% cotton twine 3/4″ x 12″ wood dowel (I found mine in a 3 pack at a hobby store, but you can always cut a longer dowel down to size.) 2 zip ties (use clear if you can find them!) Scissors 1. Wrap the cotton twine around a book or piece of cardboard that is 4″-6″ in length approximately 40-60 times. 2.
Ashley Poskin
Apr 14, 2019
Homemade Holiday Gift Idea: Make These Cozy Lavender Handwarmers
These rice and lavender hand warmers are a cozy winter treat. They may seem to lack a certain high powered, high priced, in-demand shiny Christmas present quality, but believe me, they are magical. Because nothing is more comforting when you just can’t get warm. Make them for your office mates, your aunt, your dog walker — everyone will love them. Guaranteed.
Ashley Poskin
Apr 14, 2019
Homemade Holiday Gift Idea: Make A No-Sew Yoga Mat Strap
This simple little strap is just as useful as it is cute -and it takes just minutes to make. No sewing machine? No problemo! We constructed this beauty out of webbing found at the craft store and specialty fabric tape. So as long as you’ve got an iron and an embroidery needle, you can easily tackle this cheerful little stocking stuffer. Or combine it with a yoga mat for a more substantial gift.
Ashley Poskin
Apr 14, 2019
The Discovery Begins Next Friday, February 14…
Dear Readers, It’s finally the month for our Sixth Annual Homies Awards – the biggest linkfest of our year. Starting in one week, we will be inviting all of you to share your favorite home design and home cooking blogs, dig deep into the blogosphere, and spread link love everywhere we go. All info is below. Join us and share your favorites!
Maxwell Ryan
Apr 14, 2019
LA House Tour: Lynn and Leif’s Paris Hotel Home
Remember when we blogged about Paris Hotel Boutique a few weeks ago? And we begged Lynn to let us do a house tour? Well she graciously agreed, and here’s her beautiful home! Name: Lynn Goldfinger-Abram & Leif Abram Location: San Francisco, CA Size: 1550 sq ft. Years lived in: 10 Our style: Hollywood Glamour meets Paris Hotel with a modern twist!
Grace Shu
Apr 14, 2019
Shannon’s Soothing Mix of Styles
Name: Shannon Schelbert of mac+cam photography, along with husband Michael, sons Mac (10) and Cam (8) and dog Tottenham (named after Tottenham Hotspur) and cat Messi (after soccer player Lionel Messi) Location: Aldridge Place — Austin, Texas Size: 2500 square feet Years lived in: 3 — owned It’s all about details and materials in this Central Austin home. It’s also about customizing a home to fit the residents’ needs.
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
A Breezy, Cheeky Canadian Country Home
Name: Cynthia Zamaria and Graham Loughton Location: Keene — Ontario, Canada Size: 2,400 square feet Years lived in: 7 years, owned Cynthia possesses an incredible ability to see the potential for a space and then make it come to life. For years she has been exercising her creativity through interior design by transforming her family’s city and country homes.
Lauren Kolyn
Apr 14, 2019
A Couple and Their Cute Pup Share 550 Square Feet in Detroit
Name: Leo + Jordan Miller + Alexander Lynch Location: West Village — Detroit, Michigan Size: 550 square feet Years lived in: 8 months, renting Jordan is an Ohio native who moved to Detroit on a whim in the summer of 2016 because of her love for the state of Michigan, particularly its lakes. Al grew up in a small town in the Upper Peninsula called Norway.
Diana Paulson
Apr 14, 2019
A Modern Adobe Farmhouse Home in Marfa
Name: Ginger Griffice and Chick Rabourn Location: Marfa, Texas Size: 1,200 square feet Years lived in: 2 years, owned If you ask people what the town of Marfa, Texas is all about, you’ll hear a variety of different narratives describing this small, rural cultural curiosity: It’s an old place that is having new life breathed into it; It’s a dying town that’s being reborn as a cultural center. It’s hip…it’s dried up.
Arthur Garcia-Clemente
Apr 14, 2019
A Custom-Built Condo Masquerading as a Cozy Cabin Getaway
Name: Corey Dane Location: Madison, Wisconsin Size: 809 square feet Years Lived In: 5 years, owned My 800-square-foot condo has been a labor of love since purchasing it in the winter of 2013. Funny thing…I wasn’t looking to purchase a home at the time. I had just moved to Madison and planned to rent an apartment while I got a lay of the land, then stumbled upon the building and my home while helping a friend move into another unit.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 14, 2019
The 4 Construction Shortcuts Every New Home Buyer Should Watch Out For
Looking back, I was an easy-to-please buyer—pretty much the opposite of anyone on “House Hunters.” Case-in-point: My 28-year-old self was impressed that the cheap, very standard mirrors in the bathroom came included with my newly built house. As I toured the upstairs of the home, though, my real estate agent immediately pointed out there were no baseboards in any of the bedrooms, a shortcut she was increasingly taking note of in new builds.
Brittany Anas
Apr 14, 2019
The Most Googled Credit Score Questions, Answered by Finance Experts
No doubt, credit can be confusing. Not only are there various factors that make up the anatomy of your credit score, there are also different credit scoring companies. Making things even more convoluted, achievements like paying off your student loans can actually cause a drop in your scores, plus there’s plenty of myths circulating about credit. Suffice to say, people have a lot of questions about credit.
Brittany Anas
Apr 14, 2019
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5 Ways to Dress Up Your Rental…and Still Get Your Deposit Back
It’s true that not all of us are lucky enough to live in a place with beautiful hardwood floors and high ceilings and hundred-year-old moldings. The good news is that there are ways to add a little personality to your space, even if you’re renting — and even if you’re on a tight budget. When it comes to finding things that will make your apartment really shine, we’ve got a great source.Allow us to introduce you to Amazon Handmade.
Creative Studio
Apr 14, 2019
A Creative Couple’s 420-Square-Foot Studio in Hell’s Kitchen
Will and Kate don't just share this small studio apartment — they make it look stylish and easy!
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2019
Dog Owners Are Happier Than Cat Owners, According to a New Study
People often debate whether cats or dogs are better. We don’t have any definitive proof which animal is better, but one might better for you. According to a new study, dog owners are happier than cat owners. Who can be unhappy when their dog gives them kisses? Now, this isn’t to say that cat owners aren’t entirely unhappy, but it would appear that dog owners are happier.
Ana Luisa Suarez
Apr 14, 2019
9 Ways to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal, According to Real Estate Experts
When it comes to curb appeal, doesn’t it seem like everyone talks only about painting your door a bright color and manicuring your front yard? My thoughts exactly. Happily, there are lots of other things you can do that will make a big difference when it comes to freshening your house’s exterior, making it the cutest one on the block and, hopefully, prompting it to linger less on the market. Here, some of the best tips, from real estate professionals.
Lambeth Hochwald
Apr 13, 2019
7 Rooms That Prove You Can Never Have Enough Throw Pillows
Sure, it may take a bit longer to make your bed each morning, but the added oomph is so worth it.
Sarah Lyon
Apr 13, 2019
Before and After: A Tiny Bathroom Gets a $5,000 Black-and-White Upgrade
Erin‘s small, square master bathroom was cramped and outdated, with brown tiles and a builder-grade sink that offered no inspiration. But a trip to Italy did: “I kept talking about how I envisioned a master bathroom that looked like it belonged in a boutique hotel in Italy, and my partner surprised me with a vacation to one of my favorite cities in the world! Rome!” Erin says.
Jamie Wiebe
Apr 12, 2019
Shh! Here’s the Insider’s Secret to Finding Remodeling Materials for Cheap
Thrift stores aren’t just for scoring super-cheap clothing and decor. What if I told you there is a place to stock up on renovation supplies (and great furniture) without paying home improvement store prices? And shopping there contributes to a great cause? Some smart shoppers may know just what I’m talking about: Habitat for Humanity ReStore. With nearly 900 shops around the country, these stores are the ultimate win-win.
Dana McMahan
Apr 12, 2019
5 Things You Need to Know About ‘Home Equity’ Before Getting a Mortgage
They say that buying a home is the biggest investment you’ll ever make. And, while the jury is out on whether it’s always the best long-term investment for everyone, it’s important to learn the lingo so that you’re handling this big decision—and the big money that goes along with it—wisely. One of the most crucial things to know about home finance is equity. To break down exactly what equity is and why it’s important, we spoke to two real estate experts.
Chelsea Greenwood
Apr 12, 2019
15 No-Spend Challenge Ideas (Plus 3 Important Rules) You Can Try to Save Money
For those times when you need a little more motivation (and cash flow).
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 12, 2019