Using Your Phone as an Alarm? Here’s Why You Should Stop
For the last few years, I’ve been using my smartphone as an alarm. It seemed innocuous enough, until I came upon an alarm clock that I found quite cool and decided to try using it instead of my mobile. The results were surprising. Here are five reasons I’m ditching my smartphone in the bedroom: 1. When your phone goes to bed with you, you spend your last few minutes before sleep staring at a glowing screen. This is bad for falling asleep.
Nov 25, 2019
Listen to the Most Relaxing Song Ever
Looking for something to help you relax before bed that doesn’t involve popping a pill? You might want to load up your iPod with a song by Manchester band Marconi Union.
Nov 25, 2019
Before and After: This Bathroom Refresh Shows What $100 Can Really Do
Let these bold changes inspire you.
Nov 25, 2019
9 Ideas: Turn Basic Picture Frames Into Something Spectacular
Basic frames are easy to come by—you probably have one lying around the house, and if not, they’re a dime a dozen (ok, they’re $1 each) at your local dollar store. But the art to fill them? That’s typically the harder, much more expensive part. Instead, change your frame of mind and stop letting these pieces play supporting roles. In these DIY ideas, the frames steal the show. IKEA rethinks the wreath frame, this time using actual picture frames.
Nov 25, 2019
10 Overdone Bathroom Trends, According to Real Estate Agents
Are we approaching the last stop for subway tiles?
Nov 25, 2019
20 Things to Do if You're NOT Doing Thanksgiving
We've got fun ideas for you to try no matter your interests.
Nov 25, 2019
Here’s What to Do if Your Minimalist Room Turned Out Boring
Because minimalism shouldn't mean sparse and cold.
Nov 25, 2019
Here’s What to Shop During Nordstrom’s Black Friday Sale Before It Sells Out
The sale officially launches on Wednesday.
Nov 25, 2019
The Best Thanksgiving Movies to Stream on Netflix, Disney+, and More
Have some pie and stream some seasonal films.
Nov 25, 2019
5 “Clean Enough” Housekeeping Rules Every Messy Perfectionist Needs to Learn
In real life, the houses that seem perfectly kept probably belong to people who are satisfied with "good enough" rather than perfection.
Nov 25, 2019
Look Inside: A Chic Retreat in Joshua Tree for $285K
It was completely transformed by a local artist.
Nov 25, 2019
A Historic Amsterdam Home Has the Best Wooden Ceiling Beams in Every Room
This family of five has created a lively home in a UNESCO Heritage Site built in the late 17th century, in an old warehouse that was used to store sugar, coffee, and spices during the Dutch Golden Age.
Nov 25, 2019
Don't Forget to Do These Two Things Before Overnight Guests Arrive
It'll make their stay better for everyone.
Nov 25, 2019
The Best and the Worst of Tiny House Living, According to Redditors Who’ve Done It
One Reddit user asked current or former tiny house residents to weigh in... and the answers are very revealing.
Nov 25, 2019
Everything at Lulu and Georgia is 25% Off Right Now (Including Rugs!)
They rarely have sales, and this one is huge.
Nov 25, 2019
Eulalie’s Playfully Bohemian Nursery
Name: Eulalie (8 months)Location: Townsville, Queensland, AustraliaRoom Size: 3m x 4mBefore becoming a new mom, Claire was a fashion stylist in Sydney. Since then, a surprise to no one after taking this room tour, she has developed a true passion for interior design and styling. What might surprise you is that Eulalie’s nursery was an evolution, starting out as a simple gender neutral room with just the handmade crib (that was Claire’s as a baby!) and a couple of pieces of furniture.
Nov 25, 2019
6 Products Interior Designers are Eying on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Take a peek inside three designers' shopping carts.
Nov 25, 2019
Joan & Matt’s Joyously Eclectic Home
Name: Joan Hiller and Matt LeMay Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York Size: 550 square feet Years lived in: 1 for Joan, 2 for Matt; Rented We first met Joan when she was living in this stylish studio in Portland, so we already knew about her phenomenal sense of individuality and style. Knowing this, it’s not surprising that upon moving to New York, she would meet and fall in love with someone whose creative energy parallels her own.
Nov 25, 2019
Going Through a Breakup? You Could Win a Free Trip Inspired By “The Holiday”
A rental site just launched a contest for people who've recently been dumped (hello, silver lining).
Nov 25, 2019
This $3 Hand Soap is Everyone’s Favorite Fall Find at Trader Joe’s
I brought home a new (to me) bottle of hand soap on my last trip to Trader Joe's. Turns out I stumbled upon a cult favorite.
Nov 25, 2019
One of Our Favorite Under-the-Radar Bedding Brands is Having a Rare Cyber Monday Sale
Save big on Snowe's bedding, bath, and more.
Nov 25, 2019
B&A: A Dated Catskills Cabin Is Now a Warm Modern Home
Before the makeover, the walls, tile, and carpeting in this cabin was salmon or orange-ish. Once eliminated, the whole place felt much bigger and fresher.
Nov 21, 2019
Your Home Can Now Run on Dunkin’s New Coffee and Doughnut Scented Candles
The beloved coffee brand has teamed up with candle company Homesick to make caffeine lovers' dreams come to life!
Nov 25, 2019
The First 3 Things You Need to Do to Declutter Your Kitchen
If you can't declutter your entire kitchen all at once (who can?), here are the most crucial places, the areas you should start with first.
Nov 25, 2019
Trader Joe’s Sells Grinch-Inspired Mini Christmas Trees
Like the Grinch's heart, it may grow with love and care.
Nov 25, 2019
This Removable Wallpaper Collection Brings Book Illustrations to Your Walls
The collection includes whimsical whales, constellations, and more.
Nov 25, 2019
Which Home Style Would These Dog Breeds Choose?
Would your dog approve of these matches?
Nov 25, 2019