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7 Things You Never Thought You Could Do in a Rental

Many times, if you petition to your landlord that these changes will allow them to lease out the apartment at a higher cost after you leave, they'll usually let you do it.

Amy Barnes

Jun 27, 2019

Chris & Kristen’s Artists’ Retreat

Name: Kristen Coates and Chris WyllieLocation: Newport, Rhode IslandSize: 1,500 square feet Years lived in: 2 years; rentedKristen Coates loves to have a home full of guests. She and partner Chris Wyllie, both artists who divide their time between New York and Rhode Island, had entertaining in mind when they moved into their spacious third-floor apartment in the heart of Newport above their gallery Egg + Dart.

Jacqueline Marque

Jun 27, 2019

IKEA Has a Custom Sofa Tool and Twitter Has Shared Some Hilarious Options

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.

Kenya Foy

Jun 27, 2019

The One Thing My Mom Taught Me to Always Look for In a Home

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.

Susan Marque

Jun 27, 2019

Ashley’s Chic & Funky Loft

Name: Ashley Location: West Town; Chicago, IllinoisSize: 1,800 square feetYears lived in: 2 years; RentedAshley had quite a project on her hands. She had just finished her residency, and moved out of a three-bedroom apartment that was shared by a total of four roommates. With only a handful of furniture pieces in tow, she went searching for more space, and found a former embroidery factory that had been recently renovated in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood.

Arthur Garcia-Clemente

Jun 27, 2019

Why You Feel So Sad After the Holidays (and What to Do About It)

The holidays are over and 2018 is upon us, which means the nonstop parade of food, drinks, days off, and parties is in the past. You’re likely back home and back to work, but something isn’t right. You feel sad, tired, and uninspired—and you don’t know why. This experience is known as the post-holiday blues, and it’s a feeling that often crops up during the month of January. “Post-holiday blues is usually a malaise,” says Elaine Rodino, Ph.

Maddy Sims

Jun 27, 2019

Why You Need to Break Up With Your Snooze Button (and How to Do It)

You’re mid-dream when the alarm starts blaring on your bedside table. You slowly open your eyes and see two options: stop or snooze. A few stolen minutes in your warm bed sounds heavenly—and hitting snooze couldn’t hurt, right? But then the alarm goes off again—and again—and you realize you’re running late before the day has even officially started. Sound familiar? If it does, you’re not alone.

Maddy Sims

Jun 27, 2019

A Family of Four Makes Every Inch of This 600-Square-Foot Home Work With Brilliant DIY Built-Ins

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

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jun 27, 2019

7 Seating Options For Small Spaces

Even if you can cram 100 people into your tiny apartment for a party, it doesn’t mean you have room for 10 to sit down to dinner together. If you’re lacking seating, here’s a few ways to help your guests find a place to land!1. Folding Chairs: When extra seating is needed, folding chairs always seem to come to the rescue. They can be plain or they can be elaborate in design, but one thing is for sure, we appreciate their ability to tuck out of sight when not in use!

Sarah Rae Smith

Jun 27, 2019

This $9M New York City Duplex Might Be The Most Impressive Home I've Ever Seen

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

Sarah Magnuson

Jun 27, 2019

7 Surprisingly Luxe Bathroom Items You Can Buy on Amazon

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

Caroline Biggs

Jun 27, 2019

Your Childhood Furby Could Be Worth Over $4,000

If you have a Furby stuffed away in storage, it's time to bring them out because they could be worth thousands.

Jennifer Nied

Jun 27, 2019

5 Morning Activities You’ll Find in Successful Peoples’ Routines

According to a survey of 1,000 people, those who claimed to have a consistent set of morning habits earned an average of $12,500 per year more than those who didn’t.

Ashley Abramson

Jun 26, 2019

This New Orleans Backyard Has an Airstream, a Music Stage & Clawfoot Tubs

Tim Sheehan knew he was in for many years of hard work when he bought an abandoned New Orleans property six years ago. The grounds included a two-story 5,500 square-foot Greek Revival home and a ramshackle guest house, both in need of major renovations. The outdoor space started taking shape to become what it is today, a communal quad where Tim gathers regularly with friends, when he started using the yard as a staging ground for his many projects in 2012.

Jacqueline Marque

Jun 27, 2019

Make Your Space Feel Bigger With This Mindful Cleaning Mission

This year, we’re on a mission to help you tackle spring cleaning on your time. Each weekday until April 13, we’ll guide you through a plan to clean and organize different areas of your home, but you’ll have the flexibility to choose exactly what to work on and how long you have to dedicate to the job. Each year, the breezy spring weather is a great reminder that home doesn’t have to end at your entryway.

Taryn Williford

Jun 27, 2019