Apartment Therapy Archive: Jun 2019

This San Francisco space is bright, breezy, and cozy--three of our favorite things. The modern decor provides a calm, laid back vibe, and plants help brighten up a space rooted in neutrals. Follow along to see how to replicate this beautiful look!

It’ll make them feel so special and sophisticated.

Because we don't all have a dedicated home office space.

When it comes to a home’s aesthetics, what you see is not always what you get.

If being on HGTV is your ultimate goal, it’s time to make that dream a reality.

Every laundry room needs one.

From now through Thursday, save up to 30% off patio and home items, plus an extra 15% off furniture, rugs, and more using code AMERICA.

No art history degree required.

Even when we diligently use a sink strainer or garbage disposal, we work our kitchen sink drains hard. Inevitably, food particles, grease, and other not-so-lovely things make their way into the drain and we wake up one morning to a foul smell coming out of the sink. Blech! Now what? Thanks to our readers and my fellow editors, I’ve got 10 ways you can kick that kitchen sink smell to the curb (and keep it from coming back).

Your pup will thank you.

Love is love in every month of the year.

Though many New Yorkers dream of knocking down walls or upgrading to a bigger apartment to get a Carrie Bradshaw-sized closet, living with one of the smallest I'd ever seen for six years taught me that I don't need a walk-in closet. Ever. No one does.

It’s the epitome of California cool.

Tucked away throughout the five boroughs lie 600 community gardens, providing residents space to plant food and flowers or just generally enjoy the greenery.

When someone tells me how to really brew the perfect cup of coffee, I take it with a grain of salt.

In case you’re still judging yourself for using furniture as a makeshift clothes rack, here’s a reason to shirk your shame immediately: a coat check chair. The tagline for the Kickstarter project sums it up nicely: “Your closet. Reinvented. Into an iconic designer chair. Let your closet join the party.

It’s the summer home of our dreams.

If you want to get even more out of your personal rhythms, try writing them down.

A space-maximizing combination of windows and high ceilings give this fab fourth-floor tiny apartment in France the appearance of having just as much square footage as it does charm and style. Dubbed the Pine Flat, the 527-square-foot flat was designed by French architecture firm A6A. The cozy pad is located in the country’s world-famous wine region of Bordeaux inside of a 19th century building.

The markdowns are epic and include kitchen appliances, vacuums, mattresses, furniture, TVs and even tech gadgets from Apple watches to iPads.

The choice was unanimous across all 50 states...

Jason Wu has teamed up with Interior Define to launch a collection of sofas, accent chairs, and ottomans described as “mid-century-modern-inspired pieces.” We got to ask the design expert how he'd mold his perfect night in at home (when he's not creating that same experience for others).

It's time to highlight those already in the spotlight who are flaunting their love for plants to the masses. (Oh hey, Joanna Gaines!) Scroll through our list of A-listers who are showering Instagram with their flourishing greens.

Because pride doesn't end with June.

Score 25% off storage essentials through Sunday.

Who could’ve predicted that living in a bus would be considered #homegoals? Well, when you get a tour of Buster, a former mining company bus-turned-decked out home, it’s not difficult to envision yourself setting up shop inside of a repurposed vehicle. Another one of Paved to Pines’ projects, Buster is one of those conversions that elicits an instant chorus of “oohs and aahhs,” and “When can I move in?

The story of chintz' '80s heyday and its subsequent decline and return to popularity are just a small part of its evolution.

Celebrate Independence Day without spending a ton of money.

Quick (and cheap) kitchen fixes that make a lot of impact.

The only way to function in a space like this is to get really creative with how and where things are placed.

I asked several real estate agents for their must-haves.

This is probably among the dreamiest treehouses on the planet.

When Maya first saw this place, the natural light and the non-boxiness blew away any worries about it being too generic.

Time for some new sheets.

Whether your thumb is green or black, whether you have one plant or a jungle's worth, here are some plant-care tips that can help keep your greenery not only alive, but lush.

It sounds daunting, but organizing your cord clutter shouldn't take more than a half hour or so. To get your wired life in order once and for all, follow these five steps.

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Shelf Wall Unit – $1,600 – Mid-Century Danish Modern teakwood shelving desk unit. Just imported from Copenhagen. Features an extension shelf that pulls out to create a desktop or table prep surface. Floating mail sorter/letter organizer and two slim drawers. Four dovetailed drawers on the bottom half. All shelves are adjustable. Beautiful teak woodgrain.

We'll be keeping track of all the best Prime Day deals here.

Save big on beach towels, outdoor entertaining, and more.

When’s the last time you ventured over to #FurnitureTwitter? Don’t let the hashtag fool you: This home-centric corner of the web isn’t as bland as it sounds, especially since IKEA now allows you design your own sofa online, and some sofa artists have created truly hilarious masterpieces.  If you’ve never used it, here’s how the customized planning tool works: It gives users the options of size, color and layout.

eBay is taking on Amazon Prime Day and Target’s Deal Days with a Crash Sale beginning July 15, promising savings of over 50% off top brands. Here are some of our favorite deals.

You could see Mom's tree from every rear-facing window in the house, and just as it was the centerpiece of our home, it became the focal point of our family life.

(And we’re not talking tile or clay pots.)

Keeping everything in a neutral tone and playing with textures helps the small space feel visually cohesive and less cluttered.

Is it even cheaper than cable anymore?

Just imagine reading all the books in *that* bright blue library.

Make room in your official collection of all things Harry Potter for a new wizardly addition: Board game and puzzle manufacturer USAopoly recently announced the forthcoming release of a new collaborative game. HARRY POTTER: Death Eaters Rising is based on the fifth book/film, “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.” The game, which will be available in Fall 2019, pits players against the infamous Death Eaters on a quest to ultimately corral and conquer Lord Voldemort.

You spend time there every day. Isn't it time for an upgrade?