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Co-Living Is Not a Trend, It's How Everyone Has to Live Now
As housing prices go up, everyone's learning to slice and dice in order to make the rent.
Nov 5, 2019
Class of 2020: How Malene Barnett Called Out The Design Industry—And Made It Listen
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Barnett launched the Black Artists and Designers Guild, which she describes as a necessary step to bring about the change that the design world is so desperately overdue for.
Nov 5, 2019
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After a Whirlwind Move, a ‘Transitional Contemporary’ New Jersey Home Is Worth the Chaos
Name: Nicole, Jerome, Jaxon, and Jaden ReidLocation: Sicklerville, NJSize: 4,230 square feet Years lived in: 1The Reids had been living in Nashville for nine years when Nicole’s husband Jerome landed his dream job: head trainer with the Philadelphia Eagles. Suddenly, this family of four found itself in a whirlwind move north. The whole process was swift as an all-star running back.
Nov 5, 2019
Before & After: Ina Garten’s Instagram Just Completely Changed How I Organize My Pantry
Ina's pantry is an accessible version of organized.
Nov 5, 2019
Before and After: A Bright Budget Redo for this Lime Green Kitchen
Lime green: great for slime, not always so great for cabinets.
Nov 4, 2019
These Creepy Doll Heads Were Turned Into Planters and We Fear the Safety of Our Plants
These doll heads that were refurbished as planters are creeping everyone out.
Nov 4, 2019
There Are 45+ Houseplants in This Gorgeous 'Minimal Jungle' Berlin Flat
There are 45+ houseplants in this home, ranging from striking smaller Alocasia Zebrinas to 3-meter tall Monsteras.
Nov 4, 2019
Look Back on 500 Years of Living Rooms In 90 Seconds
These 12 design styles span half a millennium.
Nov 4, 2019
An Architectural Photographer's Tips on Taking Better Photos of Your Home
Whether you’re capturing images for your Instagram grid or you’re an aspiring photographer, taking photos of your home is a rewarding way to express and share your personal aesthetic.
Nov 4, 2019
Class of 2020: How Maegan Blau is Proving Adaptive Design Can be Beautiful (and Making Us Want All Things Desert-Style Cool)
Class of 2020
We spoke to the designer about designing beautiful spaces that are custom-tailored with accessibility and comfort in mind (and certainly look nowhere close to a hospital), the future of the design world, and how Arizona has influenced her design style.
Nov 4, 2019
Probiotic Cleaner is Made Just Like Kombucha—And It Keeps Cleaning Long After You’re Done
It’s no secret that probiotics are one secret weapon for healthier digestion and overall wellness. But this popular wellness remedy is now making its way into the world of cleaning products, too.
Nov 4, 2019
Iris Apfel Explains the Problem With Design Today
Plus, why she thinks it's okay to make mistakes when you're decorating.
Nov 3, 2019
Is It Time to Toss Your Non-Stick Pans? An Expert Reveals Some Telltale Signs
“Traditional non-stick coatings are very thin—typically around 1 thousandth of an inch.”
Nov 1, 2019
7 Ways to Improve Your Mornings Now That the Days Are Shorter
Daylight Saving Time is here, and these clever tips will help you get you through your morning when the snooze button isn't an option (sob).
Nov 3, 2019
7 Unexpected Wood Flooring Ideas That Are Extremely Cool
From hand-painted patterns to pink staircases and beyond, these surprisingly savvy ideas will revamp your boring hardwood floors.
Nov 2, 2019
15 Ways to Use Hydrogen Peroxide, Your Favorite First Aid Staple
It's not just for cuts and scrapes—that bottle can do SO much more.
Nov 2, 2019
LEGO Launched an Oversized Wooden Minifigure and People are Turning it Into Works of Art
Enthusiasts of the classic toy building blocks brand will want to add LEGO’s latest to the holiday wish list.
Nov 1, 2019
6 Target Buys Home Maintenance Experts Swear By—And They're All Under $15
Lessen your chore load, prevent future headaches, and save a little cash, too? It's a win, win, win!
Nov 1, 2019
Why You Should Keep a Roll of Duct Tape in the Kitchen, According to Reddit
Reddit found a genius hack for this all-too-common situation.
Nov 1, 2019
This $10 Renter-Friendly Amazon Find Will Save You Money in the Long Run
It solves so many issues!
Nov 1, 2019
A 550-Square-Foot NYC Rental Is Organized, Colorful and Decorated for Under $4K
Must-haves for the renter were: a space for entertaining, a dedicated area for her to work from home, and a sofa and/or daybed that could be converted into a comfortable spot for guests.
Oct 31, 2019
8 Rental-Friendly, No-Reno Ways to Fake More Kitchen Counter Space
Your tiny kitchen is about to feel a whole lot bigger.
Nov 1, 2019
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The One Thing You’re Likely Overlooking in Your Quest for a Healthy Home
Air purifier? Check. Natural cleaning products? Check. Wellness-inducing lighting? Hmm, that may be one area of your home you hadn’t considered giving the healthy treatment yet. The truth is, human beings need light to thrive, but the EPA now estimates we spend up to 90% of our time indoors — and most of it is under light that isn’t aligned with our biology.
Nov 1, 2019
Here’s Your First Look at Target’s Holiday Collections
We have a first look at all the seasonal items that we can't wait to add to cart.
Nov 1, 2019
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Holiday Diaries: How a New Mom Is Making New Memories This Holiday Season
The holidays are about the inside jokes, traditions, and family celebrations that make this time of year so special. Think about seasonal decorating as setting the scene to make those memorable moments happen. That’s exactly what Leandra, an Apartment Therapy staffer, is thinking about during her daughter’s first holiday season.
Nov 1, 2019
A Minimal 269-Square-Foot Spanish Studio Makes Living Small Look Easy
And the rooftop terrace with city and sea views is STUNNING.
Nov 1, 2019
Try Frank Lloyd Wright’s 2-Second Trick for Seeing Your Home in a New Light
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Wright didn't let his subconscious stop him from enjoying his home, and neither will we.
Oct 30, 2019
A Modern and Minimal Kit Home Is the Embodiment of Hygge
"What if happiness came in a package?"
Oct 31, 2019
This Novelist’s Eclectic London Home Is One of a Kind
Writer Damian Dibben has really added his own quirky personality in his home and created something that is truly one of a kind.
Oct 31, 2019
The Best Colors to Paint Your Living Room, According To Real Estate Experts
Here's the trick: It's not even really about color.
Oct 31, 2019
Two Artists Share a “West by Southwest” Oakland Apartment
James and Lauren are two artists living in Oakland, and their apartment is perfect for work and play.
Oct 31, 2019
Boho Maximalism in Western Australia
Bec's house is a vintage mix of '50s and '70s surf vibes. It's painted blush pink, there's an olive green Volkswagen in the driveway and surfboards lean by the front door.
Oct 31, 2019
Student Loans 101: Here’s What Every Responsible Borrower Needs to Know
Even if you’ve socked away cash from your birthday cards since you were in middle school, saved up money from part-time jobs, applied for all types of scholarships (yes, even the obscure ones sponsored by the potato council or Duck Tape), you may still need student loans to help cover the cost of skyrocketing tuition.
Oct 31, 2019
How To Dispose of Toxic Items from Your Home
Do you have toxic items you’re no longer using hanging around that you just don’t know how to dispose of? Well, kudos for keeping them out of the landfill but it’s time to get them out of the house. Check out our resource guide for handy tips on where and how to properly dispose of hazardous items in your home. Hazardous or toxic waste can be anything flammable or combustible, corrosive, explosive, or reactive.
Oct 31, 2019
A Minimal Indian Home Is Inspired by Simplicity and Nature
And the plant-filled outdoor spaces are DREAMY.
Oct 31, 2019
We're All So Suddenly Obsessed With Murder Houses—Here's Why
I emailed my editor asking if I could write a story about how a house built on John Wayne Gacy's former property recently went on the market. She said no. I wrote this instead.
Oct 31, 2019
Get the Look: Eclectic, East Coast-Meets-California Beach Cottage Style
Dave and Hopie are newly-engaged and recent California transplants—and they decorated their 800 square foot apartment in a 1920s Venice Beach house with Rose Bowl Flea finds, hand-me-downs and tons of books. The result is a blend of eclectic, East Coast-meets-California beach cottage vibe. Below, clickable, shoppable resources to get this look. charset="utf-8" src="https://d30bopbxapq94k.cloudfront.net/js/curalate-widget-client-all.prod.min.
Oct 31, 2019
Melissa’s Eclectic Austin Bungalow
Name: Melissa Reese Location: Tarrytown; Austin, Texas Size: 800 square feet Years lived in: 2 years; Rented Melissa Reese is a Creative Director and Illustrator. Her work is whimsical and soft, much like her eclectic two bedroom home and office located a few minutes from downtown Austin. Her vintage bungalow is in one of Austin’s oldest neighborhoods and has such charm.
Oct 31, 2019
5 Interiors Inspired by Your Favorite ‘Game of Thrones’ Characters
If you're asking, how can I get the "Game of Thrones" look in my own home, but without all the murdering and dirt? We got you. [Spoilers for season 8]
Oct 31, 2019
Inside the Spooky World of Halloween Super Decorators
It requires elaborate planning well in advance, wandering through thrift stores all-year round to find that special spooky something, and spending hours editing to make that Frankenstein mask topper look juuuust right.
Oct 31, 2019
Class of 2020: How Lora Appleton Is Reimagining the World of Children’s Design
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Who: Lora Appleton, founder of Kinder Modern design gallery Nominated by: Jaime Derringer, artist and founder of Design Milk Where to follow her: InstagramApartment Therapy’s Class of 2020 Design Changemakers is a specially-selected group of the 20 people in the design world everyone should know about by next year. We asked experts (and you!) to tell us who they think should be included—see the rest of the nominees here.
Oct 31, 2019
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An Atlanta Home with a Warm, Minimalist ‘Dalmatian’ Style
Name: Lauren Price and BrandonLocation: Smyrna, GA Size: 2610 square feet Years lived in: 1Lauren Price jokes that a Dalmatian would match her aesthetic perfectly, and she’s not wrong: Her penchant for black, white, and grey makes for a minimalist home where a spotted pup would fit right in.
Oct 31, 2019
This 300-Square-Foot Studio's Decor Was Inspired by Haunted Houses
Electrical tape wall decor, a Halloween-themed kitchen...this artist's teeny tiny studio apartment is absolutely one-of-a-kind!
Oct 31, 2019
6 Witchy Ways to Make Your Home Fit for a Modern Coven
Cast a spell with these design tips.
Oct 31, 2019
A Day in the Life: Katie & Soloman’s California Homestead
Name: Katie & Soloman Location: Arcata, California Size: ~750 square feet inside Years lived in: 5.5; Owned Have you ever dreamed of getting away from it all, maybe living in a little house with a big garden, growing your own food, making your own clothes? That’s life for Katie and Soloman, whose home in Arcata, a California college town 280 miles north of San Francisco, is full of color and warmth and the sense of a life well lived.
Oct 31, 2019
Noah’s Graphic, Modern Abode
Name: Noah (2) Location: Sydney, Australia Room Size: 3.8m x 2.6m With three sons ages 2-12, Simone of Honey & Fizz is an expert at putting together little boys’ rooms. All three of her boys’ rooms are full of graphic patterns, color, and most importantly, fun. Her youngest son, Noah, calls this fantastic space home. Although he has some of his brother’s hand-me-down pieces, one certainly can’t say that his space isn’t special or unique to him.
Oct 31, 2019
This Cleaning Expert Taught Me a Free Makeup Stain-Removing Hack
This tip will not only save you money on dry cleaning, but it’ll also help you save money on buying clothes. It’s an all-around life hack, really.
Oct 31, 2019
Before and After: A Stylish Home Office We'd Actually WANT to Work in
It's the stuff of Scandi-modern dreams.
Oct 30, 2019