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5 Secrets to Make Your Home Guest-Ready This Season
“Hey, I’m in town. Any chance I could crash at your place tonight?” We’ve all gotten that bittersweet text. It’s the dreaded (but really beloved) last-minute guest! And as we’re gearing up for the busy holiday travel season, it’s more important than ever to prepare to host that friend who’s suddenly in town. When square footage is at a premium, you have to be smart about the details that make a guest room feel just like home.
Creative Studio
Sep 25, 2019
The Only List of Warm and Cozy Bedding Items You’ll Ever Need If You’re a Cold Sleeper
You'll never be cold again. Ever.
Jaclyn Turner
Sep 24, 2019
One Kings Lane’s New Collab Will Bring Luxury a Lot Closer to Home—And Your Budget
Luxe for less!
Sarah Lyon
Sep 24, 2019
9 Jewel-Toned Furniture Pieces That Are Playing No Foolish Games
They are meant for you.
Samantha Leal
Sep 24, 2019
The First 8 Things To Do If You Think You Might Have Bed Bugs
Instead of bugging out, follow these steps to make sure your home is bug-free and prevent the little pests from spreading.
Rebecca Renner
Sep 24, 2019
Danielle and Austin’s Kitchen & Garage Remodel: Real-Life Lessons from a Real-Life Renovation
Name: Austin & Danielle (of Forage + Fodder)Type of Project: Kitchen & Garage RemodelLocation: Austin, TexasType of building: One story, Single-Family House, 1250 square feet We’ve been following along with Danielle and Austin’s kitchen and garage renovation every step of the way, from its ‘Texas suburbia’ style beginning to the beautiful new kitchen and master suite they have now.
Renovation Diary
Sep 24, 2019
This Australian Kitchen Is No Longer A 1920s Meets 1980s Eyesore
Name: Lorna Ziller Type of Project: Open plan kitchen, dining, and sitting room remodel Location: Moonah, Hobart, Tasmania Type of building: Brick cottage After planning, dreaming, destroying and shopping, Lorna’s new kitchen and living space is here! Take the full tour now. Afterwards, she crunches the numbers and offers some hard earned DIY wisdom — as well as shares her favorite things about her sleek new space.
Renovation Diary
Sep 24, 2019
See Rachel & Friends Make Some Very Cool Things For Her Backyard
Name: Rachel Andersen Type of Project: Backyard Patio Renovation Location: Tulsa, OK Type of building: Single-Family Ranch The Renovation Diaries are a collaboration with our community in which we feature your step-by-step renovation progress and provide monetary support towards getting it done in style.Rachel has tons of friends and family who happily joined her on weekends to knock this project out!
Dabney Frake
Sep 24, 2019
Watch This Outdated Kitchen Get Remodeled From Start To Finish
Name: Graeme & Rebekah Molloy Type of Project: Kitchen Remodel Location: Chautauqua Park, Des Moines, Iowa Type of building: 1920 Tudor Graeme and Rebekah’s kitchen was seriously outdated, and had a crazy layout to boot. Join them on their renovation journey to a new dishwasher, complete with old-house problems, scheduling snafus and charming Pinterest finds. We’re sharing all their photos, budget, lessons learned, and the final reveal!
Dabney Frake
Sep 24, 2019
12 Netflix Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts Everyone Should Know
The beloved streaming service provides a slew of tricks, shortcuts, and add-ons to improve your viewing experience.
Caroline Biggs
Sep 23, 2019
The Easy, Landlord-Approved DIY That Solved My Most Painful Rental Problem
It wasn’t until I nearly LOST A TOE that I discovered that, with your landlord’s permission, you can make more updates than you might have thought.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 24, 2019
The Unexpected Teen Site We Love Shopping for Art Deco-Inspired Furniture
We want it all!
Sarah Lyon
Sep 24, 2019
8 Design Trends That Will Rule the Rest of 2019
STYLE
Take your space to the next level with these design trends.
Kelsey Mulvey
Sep 24, 2019
Here’s the Real (Science-Backed!) Reason Why We Love Home Reno Shows So Much
How did the home renovation shows we all know and love (and binge-watch) today become so popular? We did a deep dive into the history and found out some interesting factors.
Jennifer Nied
Sep 23, 2019
Before and After: This $100 Storage Closet Makeover Comes with So Many Organization Lessons
This family's toy closet was better looking than many, but it definitely had some room for improvement.
Alison Goldman
Sep 23, 2019
Here Are the Trader Joe’s New Fall Products Worth Buying Under $5
Fall is in the air, and nowhere is that more true than at Trader Joe's. The grocery chain is famous for its seasonal products, and luckily for us, they are already popping up in stores.
Tara Bellucci
Sep 24, 2019
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Your Home’s Style Inspiration Is Waiting Where You Least Expect It
Sometimes our never-ending quest to give our homes a personal style can be a little overwhelming. In those moments, the best thing we can do is to take a breath and remind ourselves that all of us already have a personal style; we may just need some help identifying it. A good place to start is one you’re probably overlooking: your closet.Our wardrobes are the results of years of making choices about colors, patterns, and textures. And guess what the basics of home design are?
Creative Studio
Sep 24, 2019
A Breathtaking Rowhouse Remodel Revealed Stunning Architectural Character
This older house had fallen victim to the destruction of hoarders, water, neglect, and 10 to 12 cats, but the owner saw the potential. Also, the vintage bathroom is a must-see.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Sep 24, 2019
This Is Not a Drill: Marshalls Just Launched Their Online Store
Marshalls is officially online, which means so are we.
Nicoletta Richardson
Sep 24, 2019
“Dump Zones” Are My Secret Key to a Clutter-Free Home
The dump zone might look a little different depending on what room it’s in, but it will serve the same purpose.
Taryn Williford
Sep 24, 2019
How To Fix a Slow Draining Sink
Our sink has been draining very slowly for months; but, complete laziness has kept us from doing anything about it. Last night when we were brushing our teeth, we realized that we’d let it all go too far.
Stephanie Kinnear
Sep 23, 2019
Look Inside: The Art & Furniture Comes With This $1.3M MCM CT Home
That bathtub!
Brittany Anas
Sep 23, 2019
The Real Victim of Password Sharing Isn’t Netflix—It’s You
We asked a cybersecurity expert—and people like you—to outline the practical rules and legalities of password-sharing in the age of streaming ubiquity.
Muriel Vega
Sep 23, 2019
7 Genius Cleaning Tips from A College Dorm Bathroom Cleaner
Who better to give expert bathroom cleaning advice than someone who's literally seen it all?
Lambeth Hochwald
Sep 23, 2019
9 IKEA Hacks for Your Entryway You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
Because we ask a lot of our entryways.
Laura Lambert
Sep 23, 2019
Sherwin-Williams’ 2020 Color of the Year Is Inspired by the Roaring ’20s
As we prepare to enter a new decade, one paint brand is looking back to a century another. Today, Sherwin-Williams announced its 2020 Color of the Year, and it's a shade that's inspired by Art Deco and the roaring '20s, as well as nature. Any guesses?
Tara Bellucci
Sep 23, 2019
Before and After: This Stair Paint Job Will Make You Never Want to Climb a Plain Staircase Again
Meghan Clemons had a standard wood staircase in her Pennsylvania house, but she wanted something a little different.
Alison Goldman
Sep 23, 2019
The Psychedelic Story Behind Lava Lamps
Turns out, this iconic fixture had surprisingly sophisticated roots.
Marlen Komar
Sep 23, 2019
The Surprising History of Leaf Peeping Dates Back 1,200 Years
If a leaf changes in a forest, and there’s no one there to Instagram it, does it actually turn from a vibrant summer green to a deep autumnal red?
Samantha Zabell
Sep 23, 2019
A Rental Apartment in Germany is a Gorgeous Mix of Mid-Century Modern, Boho, and Scandinavian
When Anna and her boyfriend moved into this apartment, nothing had been done for the past 20 years, and it showed.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Sep 23, 2019
Clean Your Bedroom in 20 Minutes With This Checklist
September Sweep
It does a lot of work being a living/dining/sleeping/storage space all at once.
Taryn Williford
Sep 20, 2019
A New Study Shows That Dogs Feel Stressed When Their Owners Do
Here’s what you can do about it.
Elizabeth Entenman
Sep 22, 2019
7 Small Things That Can Have a Big Impact on Your Home's Value
You'll probably wonder why you didn't tackle them sooner.
Brittany Anas
Sep 22, 2019
One Couple Turned Their Chicago Living Room Into a Multi-Functional Marvel
Why have a room serve only one purpose when it can have a few?
Caroline Biggs
Sep 22, 2019
21 Smart Ways to Keep Your Living Room Clean, Forever
Here are some creative and attractive ways to set up your living room so it looks clean just about all the time.
Shifrah Combiths
Sep 22, 2019
Mosaics, Stained Glass, and More: This Rental Apartment Is Enviably One-of-a-Kind
This incredibly unique rental apartment is located in an old Victorian mansion that was reconstructed into individual live/work artist studios.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Sep 22, 2019
The 6 Commandments of Styling a Coffee Table, According to Home Stagers
Don't ever settle for a "blah" coffee table!
Lambeth Hochwald
Sep 21, 2019
Magnolia Now Sells Jo’s Favorite Houseplants Online—and They Ship for Free
$26.99 for a fiddle leaf fig, anyone?
Elizabeth Entenman
Sep 21, 2019
9 Things You Should Never Assume About Your Apartment
You know what they say when you assume: You make... well, you know.
Sarah Magnuson
Sep 21, 2019
Before and After: The Ceiling Mural in This New Entryway Might Make You Gasp
Andrea Latham's entryway had fabulous bones, but it wasn't living up to its potential, and it wasn't very functional either.
Alison Goldman
Sep 20, 2019
This Travel Journalist’s First ‘Big Girl’ Apartment Is a Cozy, Colorful, Maximalist Mix
This travel journalist's rental contains a hodge podge of items she's collected from her travels, flea markets, and Craigslist.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Sep 21, 2019
This Playhouse for Kourtney Kardashian’s Kids Is So Chic, Architectural Digest Toured It
If you’re imagining the pile of 2x4s and rusty nails your dad built you back in 90s, think again. Kourtney Kardashian and her ex, Scott Disick, custom designed a playhouse for their three children in Kardashian’s backyard, and this luxe escape is so stunning it could take the cover of Luxury Tiny Homes Magazine. (Which isn’t a thing, but it could be.) Kardashian gave Architectural Digest a look inside the playhouse, which may or may not be nicer than your apartment.
Megan Johnson
Sep 20, 2019
10 Floor Seating Options for When You Just Don’t Have Room for One More Chair
Finally, there's room for everyone!
Sholeen Damarwala
Sep 20, 2019
Grab Your Friends and Rent This Private Island For Less Than $200/Person
It sounds exclusive and super posh, but believe it or not, it is totally possible to rent a private island without breaking the bank. The mere thought of this luxe getaway instantly conjures up fuzzy paparazzi photos of celebrities soaking up plenty of sun, sipping fancy drinks and living it up on gorgeous island to which only they have access.
Kenya Foy
Sep 20, 2019
The Big List of Small Space Organizing Ideas & Inspirations
Living in a small space comes with its ups and downs. One thing is for sure: learning to do it right and keep it organized is an art. But once you figure out a system that works for you, it’s like a well oiled machine. If you try to bring your big past life and seamlessly fit it into your smaller lifestyle, you may find yourself in a constant state of disarray and frustration.
Alysha Findley
Sep 20, 2019
5 Living Room Decor Items You Can Pick Up at Anthropologie For Under $100
We’re rounded up our favorite under $100 picks across Anthropologie's offerings to incorporate some boho vibes into your home—without breaking the bank.
Abigail Abesamis Demarest
Sep 20, 2019
20 Things in Your Bedroom You Can Declutter in 20 Minutes
It can be all too easy to fall into the trap of using your bedroom like a giant junk drawer.
Taryn Williford
Sep 20, 2019
7 Things Your Neighbors Should Never, Ever Ask You To Do
Yes, good fences make good neighbors—but so do good boundaries.
Brittany Anas
Sep 20, 2019