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8 Ways to Add More Color to a Kitchen Without Having to Pick Up a Paint Brush

If you're all about color, moving into a home with a neutral or just blah-looking kitchen can be one big shrug emoji.

Sarah Lyon

Aug 26, 2019

You’d Never Have to Say Goodbye to Summer If You Lived in This Serene, Beach-Themed Apartment

A lot of the original features of this Vancouver apartment have been preserved over the years, and it adds a ton of charm to the rental.

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Aug 26, 2019

10 Things You Need for a Lush, Green Lawn This Summer

Before you can roll around in the grass or have a picnic in the backyard this summer, you need to prep your lawn. Just like you spring clean your house, now’s the time to get your yard in shape for the season by doing all those necessary tasks like removing debris, replacing grass, or taking out weeds. These ten items will help you give it a fresh start and set the groundwork for a beautiful, lush lawn come June, or you can always bring the great outdoors inside by growing grass indoors.

Dabney Frake

Aug 26, 2019

This Small Philadelphia Studio’s Bed Is Located in an Unconventional Spot

This studio loft apartment is located in a historic building, formerly an all girl's school called Miss Gordon's School for Girls.

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Aug 26, 2019

Take a Tour of Harry Potter’s London at Night with This Airbnb Experience

Brilliant.

Elizabeth Entenman

Aug 25, 2019

One of The Hottest Design Trends Right Now? Ditching Your Dresser

Many designers are saying goodbye to the bedroom staple and instead embracing a sort of "open concept dresser" in an ultra-organized closet.

Brittany Anas

Aug 25, 2019

A Graphic Designer’s Incredibly Colorful Home Is Inspired by Dr. Seuss’ Whoville

This graphic designer's style isn't for everybody, but it's perfect for her, and that's what makes her excited to come home every day.

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Aug 24, 2019

Before & After: A 1920s Bungalow’s Makeover Is Thanks to a Budget IKEA Kitchen

The previous owner had lived in this old house for about 70 years and it required updating.

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Aug 22, 2019

Target Is Selling Disney No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Kits

Is it Halloween yet?

Elizabeth Entenman

Aug 24, 2019

5 Maintenance Mistakes Home Inspectors See All the Time

Even enthusiastic, well-intentioned upkeep isn't safe from costly mistakes.

Kate Streit

Aug 24, 2019

This Florida Home Has a Dragon Ceiling, Perfect for House Targaryen

“Game of Thrones” may be over, but unlike many of its fallen characters, the show’s imprint is unlikely to meet a gruesome demise anytime soon; it lives on in the imaginations of all its loyal viewers. Due to the series’ undeniable impact, it’s kind of impossible to not spot something that reminds you of GoT at every turn, whether it’s a waiter who resembles Tyrion Lannister or a bird that strangely looks like the Iron Throne.

Kenya Foy

Aug 23, 2019

We Need These Custom-Made Luxury Dog Retreats to Come in Human Sizes

Doesn't every good dog deserve a stylish abode, especially with National Dog Day right around the corner? Well, get ready for some serious inspo: these dog houses are designed with an expert attention to detail and execution of good taste.

Elizabeth Seward

Aug 23, 2019

This Serene Home Is the Perfect Mix of Scandinavian Simplicity and Nordic Craftsmanship

Kine Ask Stenersen and Kristoffer Eng founded Ask og Eng studio, a Norway-based company that produces sustainable furniture, shelving, and kitchens made from bamboo.

Adrienne Breaux

Aug 23, 2019

This Montreal Flat Might Have the Cheeriest Color Palette Ever

Marie Letard is the owner of the Montreal-based decor shop Bouche Bée, and her apartment is a chic space filled with pops of cheery, pastel color.

Marie-Lyne Quirion

Aug 23, 2019

Jessica & Ryan’s Composed, Collected Apartment With a Chill 1970s Feel

Name: Jessica Cook & Ryan Taylor and their cat, Olive Location: North Shore — Ipswich, Massachusetts Size: 700 square feet Years lived in: 6 years; Rented Jessica and Ryan are no strangers to the challenge of fitting a busy life into a small space. The two creatives have managed to live and work out of a 700-square-foot apartment for the last six years.

Emily Billings

Aug 23, 2019

Before & After: How One Renter Upgraded Her Basic Bungalow With Easy DIYs

Just some of the renter-friendly upgrades to this rental bungalow are a new pendant lamp for the dining room, removable wallpaper in the bathroom, and faux grass in the back patio.

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Aug 23, 2019

5 Things Professional Stagers Always Buy at Target (For as Low as $3!)

Whether you're putting your house on the market or just taking an Instagram photo, these professional-recommended finds will help give your space some oomph—without making your wallet go kaput.

Kate Streit

Aug 23, 2019

A Small 430-Square-Foot Paris Apartment Is Pretty Pastel Perfection

Decorated by a costume designer and a cinematographer, this Paris apartment is a bold, technicolor dream.

Morgan Schemel

Aug 22, 2019

5 Reasons Why I Regret Not Listening to My Friends Complain About Their HOAs

While a hands-off home owner's association is the ideal, that's not always what you get.

Chelsea Greenwood

Aug 22, 2019

Need More Courage or Heart? These 7 Rooms Are Inspired by ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Decide if what you need is a little more brains, a little more heart, a little more courage, or you know, just a fresh coat of paint and new throw pillows, and then scroll to get inspired by seven interiors, each paying homage to a different Wizard of Oz character.

Maggie Fremont

Aug 22, 2019

This Argentinian Home Has Stunning Architecture, Bold Colors, and the Most Beautiful Entryway Wallpaper

This Buenos Aires apartment built in 1911 needed a major makeover when Lígia moved in, electricity and water pipes included. But the finished home is gorgeous.

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Aug 22, 2019

5 Genius Decorating Tips, According to Art Teachers

STYLE

Get into the back-to-school spirit by hitting the refresh button on your home.

Ann Loynd Burton

Aug 22, 2019

The Only 6 Things You Need to Up Your Curb Appeal, According to Landscapers

It's pretty incredible what a hands-on day in the yard can do to improve the whole look and feel of your home's exterior.

Lambeth Hochwald

Aug 22, 2019

A Fashion Blogger’s Loft Is Where Nature and Chic Collide

It's got a lot of character and a very industrial vibe.

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Aug 22, 2019

Before and After: Faux Tile and Marble Helped Give This Basic Bathroom a $200 Facelift

When we see a bathroom renovation roll in for under $200, it gets our attention because, let’s be honest, a light fixture alone can cost well over $200!

Ashley Poskin

Aug 22, 2019

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This Warmly Industrial Loft Is Full of Renter-Friendly Ideas

It's a lesson in turning a raw space into a home.

Creative Studio

Aug 22, 2019

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Chill Out Tonight, Clean Up Tomorrow: 4 Low-Key Ideas for a Perfect Night In

At the end of a busy work week, there’s nothing as gratifying as a good night in. You’ve spent five days grinding, so you deserve the simple joy of enjoying your home and winding down for the weekend. Whether that’s a family movie night or some DIY spa time, the one promise you have to keep is to not worry about cleaning it up until tomorrow. Just submit to the R&R and know that a few swipes of a mop can handle it all the next morning.

Creative Studio

Aug 22, 2019

This $20 Item Is the New Classic IKEA Piece

IKEA's GLADOM tray—at only $20—is a strong contender for the newest classic piece to come from the brand.

Adrienne Breaux

Aug 22, 2019

The Kings’ Quirky Castle

Name: Beth & Mr. King Location: Lincoln Square; Chicago, Illinois Size: 1,500 square feet Years lived in: 7 years (3 as a couple); rented When you live in a place where the foyer looks like it could have been transported directly from a castle, there’s a certain degree of solemnity that might be expected of you. Beth and Mr.

Carolyn Purnell

Aug 22, 2019

Peek Inside This Minimal 194 Square-Foot Shipping Container House

It is intended to serve as an example of the complementary union of sustainability and contemporary design.

Kenya Foy

Aug 21, 2019

This Stockholm House Is Scandinavian Decor Perfection

Hannas Änglar's Stockholm house mixes classic Scandinavian style with decorations from all over the world.

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Aug 21, 2019

A 300-Square-Foot Beijing Studio Has a Smart, Space-Saving Sleeping and Storage Solution

Becky makes the most of her transformed tiny space with a lofted bed, a sunny balcony, and minimalist decor.

Jessica Rapp

Aug 21, 2019

Yes, Unfortunately, Your Dog Does Need a Resume Now

If you’re about to search for a pet-friendly apartment, you might want to have one at the ready, along with your first month’s rent and deposit.

Brittany Anas

Aug 21, 2019

Before and After: See a Dark, Damp Bathroom’s Carrara Marble-Filled Transformation

At first glance, Nidia Serrano’s monochrome bathroom seemed like one we’d all love to come home to at the end of a busy day.

Ashley Poskin

Aug 21, 2019

A Nature-Loving Artist’s 390-Square-Foot Studio Apartment

It's filled with art, plants and micro shrimp.

Lauren Kolyn

Aug 21, 2019

Before and After: Check Out This Chic Solution for a Living Room with an Asymmetrical Fireplace

How do you design a living room when it has an uneven fireplace sitting oddly in the corner? Kristyn Jackson was baffled.

Alison Goldman

Aug 21, 2019

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Before & After: A Nursery Goes from Sleepy to Dreamy

A modern paint trick adds the right touch of personality.

Creative Studio

Aug 21, 2019

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Before & After: A Kids' Playroom Gets Way More Playful With a Geometric Paint Jo

An easy design hack to inspire anyone’s imagination.

Creative Studio

Aug 21, 2019

9 Ways I Have to Adjust My American Routine to Living in Berlin

Here are the best and (rimshot, please) wurst ways that my intermittent Berlin routine differs from home in Washington D.C.

Bridget Reed Morawski

Aug 21, 2019

Beyond the Pale: The Grown Up Way to Do Blue & Pink

Pantone's choice of Serenity and Rose Quartz as co-colors of the year in 2016 did a lot to rescue this pairing from the nursery, but this post is not about sweet, pastel shades.

Nancy Mitchell

Aug 21, 2019

Very Cool Ways to Hack Galvanized Stock Tanks & Troughs

Galvanized stock tanks and troughs are essentially huge tubs which can be turned into or reused as any number of things. Depending on the context, they can read modern, industrial, or farmhouse. Learn all the ways you can hack them and create something spectacular and useful for your home. Bathroom Tubs: Jayme used a large round tank as a bathtub in her in warm and inviting modernist home in Philadelphia.

Dabney Frake

Aug 21, 2019

Monique & Kelly’s Hollywood Regency Home

Name: Monique, Kelly, and Mouse the Cat Location: Nashville, Tennessee Years lived in: 11 years owned Our home is a collection. A collection that may never end. At least I hope it never ends. Each piece has a story, a place where it was found, a day spent together hunting, a customization that we made. We love old furniture. It’s solid, it’s built well, and obviously it’s going to last a very long time. Mixing vintage items with modern touches keeps it all fresh.

Monique Larroux

Aug 21, 2019

Literary Style: 15 Writers’ Bedrooms

It’s true; we find the secret lives of others fascinating. Especially if those others are writers. We get to know them through their work, and we yearn to learn more about them as people… We feel a kinship, with their experiences or with their characters, and we begin to imagine what their lives must be like. We read biographies about them, tour their homes and visit their graves, all in an effort to gain insight into their own particular genius.

Bethany Seawright

Aug 21, 2019

What Is Chalk Paint, Anyway?

Curious to see what all the hype's about?

Katie Holdefehr

Aug 20, 2019

These 6 Things Can End Up Wasting Your Money—So Rent Them Instead

It may even end up being not only the more convenient option—but also the more cost-effective one, too.

Kate Streit

Aug 20, 2019

See Why This Makeup Artist Calls Her Glam Chicago Home a ‘Loftice’

She describes her style as "Parisian chic meets bohemian glam".