The Latest: 2019

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7 Easy Bathroom Fixture Upgrades on Amazon for Under $100

Your bathroom is one of the most intimate areas of your home, so it’s important to make it a space you actually enjoy spending time in. So what to do when your bathroom is in need of a real revamp, but you don’t have the budget, time, or lease agreement to do so?Good news, friends: Amazon offers all kinds of chic and affordable bathroom fixtures to upgrade your bathroom with ease.

Caroline Biggs

Oct 15, 2019

8 Clever DIY Shelves to Give You Maximum Storage

When it comes to storing plants, books, mementos, and more, any little piece of wall will do—think: above doors, over toilets, or even tucked into a tiny corner.

Cat Meschia

Oct 15, 2019

You Can Stay In the Addams Family House For a Mysterious and Spooky Evening

You can live just like the original fam: creepy and kooky, mysterious and spooky, all together ooky (snap snap).

Ashley Ross

Oct 14, 2019

Look Inside: This Chic $5.8M San Francisco Home Is a Vintage Bathroom Wonderland

And we can't forget about the views of the Golden Gate Bridge, either.

Anne Roderique-Jones

Oct 14, 2019

Before and After: A High-Impact, Paint-Only Bedroom Makeover—for $160

When Georgia natives Sarah and Ryan moved into their two-bedroom apartment in Los Angeles, they knew they wanted to give the bare white walls a custom treatment. Inspiration struck as Sarah was browsing—where else?—Reddit.

Megan Baker Detloff

Oct 14, 2019

Live Out Your Tiny House Dreams Amongst the California Redwoods With This Charming Pair of Cabins

Need help with choosing the location of your upcoming fall getaway? Allow us to call your attention to this gorgeous cabin escape overlooking California’s Armstrong Redwoods. Located near the town of Guerneville, the property at 18237 Old Cazadero Road is currently up for sale. Situated on 6.7 lush acres, the secluded property consists of a main cabin and detached sleeping cabin, both with glass walls to take in the inviting views and connect to nature.

Kenya Foy

Oct 14, 2019

Elaine’s ‘Seinfeld’ Apartment Is Actually in Chelsea—and Has a Seriously Dreamy Backyard

The red-bricked façade of the posh Chelsea townhouse is a familiar sight to many viewers of the sitcom.

Kenya Foy

Oct 14, 2019

It's Official: These are the Best (and Worst) Colors for Your Bathroom

The pros weigh in.

Sarah Lyon

Oct 14, 2019

Before and After: This Bright DIY Bathroom Transformation Cost Just $204

Andrea did the $250 Challenge: a 6-week project that involved transforming one room in your home on a $250 budget.

Nicoletta Richardson

Oct 14, 2019

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This Subtle Design Detail Makes a Strong Statement in Unexpected Places

Much like the right accessories can really make an outfit, the right fixtures—faucets, showerheads, and even things like toilet paper holders and towel bars—can really make your kitchen or bathroom. One design trend we’re loving right now is matte black fixtures. They add a stylish, modern look with a bit of contrast that will make your space truly memorable.

Creative Studio

Oct 14, 2019

Small Space Organizing Ideas Make A 275 Sq. Ft. Studio Feel Much Bigger

This is one of the most successfully laid out, well-appointed tiny studio apartments we've ever seen.

Adrienne Breaux

Oct 11, 2019

Starbucks Plans to Open Its Largest Location in the World Next Month

The menu sounds amazing.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 13, 2019

Here’s Why You Can Only Buy Trader Joe’s Gift Cards in Store

A perfect present for almost anyone (who lives near a Trader Joe's).

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 13, 2019

Reading Before Bed Might Make You Healthier and Happier, According to This Survey

Even more reasons to read.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 13, 2019

This Candle Captures the Angst of Being Stuck in a Meeting

For your Office Space moments.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 13, 2019

One Thing You Should Never Do To Your Countertop

Got marble counters? You'll want to read this to avoid future repair costs.

Brigitt Earley

Oct 13, 2019

This Colorful Home’s $250 Kitchen Refresh Isn’t Even the Boldest Room in the House

This home has been transformed thanks to bold renovations and budget-friendly refreshes!

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 13, 2019

Before and After: A Bland Bathroom Got a Wheelchair-Friendly Reno

This beige-on-brown bathroom wasn't pretty, and it definitely wasn't practical.

Alison Goldman

Oct 11, 2019

Before and After: 3 Messy Drawers Get a Makeover With $1 Trays from Target

After searching through office supplies, back to school supplies, the bullseye dollar spot section, and home decor, I ended up in bathroom organization, of all places.

Ashley Poskin

Oct 12, 2019

This Delightful Renovation on a Budget Was Possible Thanks to DIYs

Just a few of the fun DIY projects in this home include faux box beams, floating shelves, accent walls, a bathroom renovation, salvaged furniture, and more!

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 12, 2019

An Expert Lock Picker Reveals the Secret Code That Makes Many Hotel Safes Useless

Read this before entrusting your valuables to a hotel room safe.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 12, 2019

The Property Brothers’ New Home Line at Kohl’s Will Upgrade Your Living Room with Finds Under $75

To give you a taste of it, we’ve compiled our favorite 7 home items from the line—all under $75.

Elizabeth Seward

Oct 11, 2019

Peek Inside Lea Michele’s Scandi Minimal Brentwood Home for Sale

In the latest celebrity real estate news, actress and singer Lea Michele recently placed her L.A. home on the market. Located in the Brentwood neighborhood, the home has a $3.35 million asking price, slightly more than the $3 million the former “Glee” actress paid when she acquired the hillside property in 2015.The 3,163 square-foot residence was originally built in 1957 but has received several upgrades that transformed it into the chic, modern space it is today.

Kenya Foy

Oct 11, 2019

The Surprising Effect of Homeownership You Won’t See on HGTV

Your new home isn't the only thing that gets a renovation.

Chelsea Greenwood

Oct 11, 2019

I Visited a Disney Store Inside Target, and It Was So Magical

I'm an adult Disney fan, so when I learned that my second favorite place in the entire world, Target, would be hosting Minnie—er, mini—Disney Stores in select locations, it was like Walt himself finally heard my wishes upon stars.

Sarah Magnuson

Oct 11, 2019

A Charming Savannah House Is a Delightful Mix of Old and New

The couple painted walls, added new light fixtures, tiled bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, and installed butcher-block kitchen counters to transform this run-down house into a beautiful family home.

Minette Hand

Oct 11, 2019

A Blogger’s 1960s House is an Architectural Dream Home

Editor and lifestyle blogger Carrie Waller hit the home jackpot when she stumbled upon this small town gem.

Adrienne Breaux

Oct 11, 2019

Experts Say to Never Use These Words When Selling Your Home

Much of real estate jargon is effectively meaningless and harmless, but experts say that a handful of other terms can actually convey negative things about your home.

Rebecca Renner

Oct 11, 2019

Before and After: Budget Upgrades Totally Transformed This Kitchen

This kitchen went from dark and dim to bold and bright—all for only $600.

Megan Baker Detloff

Oct 10, 2019

The Best Things You Can Do to Your Living Room for Under $100

You don't have to spend a fortune to make a big impact in your living space. Here, our favorite ideas for brining lots of charm and character for not a lot of money.

Sarah Lyon

Oct 10, 2019

This Sparse, Stylish Scandi Home Is Proof of How Soothing Minimalism Is

This gorgeous apartment has tall ceilings, wood floors, trees right outside of the window, an open floor plan, and all the natural sunlight!

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 10, 2019

This Graphic Designer’s Entire Home Has Sunny Living Room Vibes

This home has a bright, window-filled room the homeowners call their "conservatory" with a small sitting area that feels like the coziest reading nook ever.

Viv Yapp

Oct 10, 2019

Before & After: 3 Dorm Rooms Are Unrecognizable After Getting Decorated

It's hard to believe they're the same room!

Caroline Biggs

Oct 10, 2019

The 7 Things You Need to Clean Your Entire Home

From a scrub brush to a hand duster, here are the seven things you need to clean every inch of your space.

Caroline Biggs

Oct 10, 2019

Turn Any Chain Link Fence into a Vertical Garden With This Simple Planter

Because plants make the world better.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 9, 2019

6 DIY Shoe Storage Ideas To Keep You Organized in Style

Your sneakers deserve better than a pile at the door! Take organization inspiration from one of these awesome custom-made setups.

Sarah Lyon

Oct 9, 2019

The Best Storage Items from IKEA, According to Interior Designers

The pros weigh in.

Kelsey Mulvey

Oct 9, 2019

This Hidden Section of Amazon is Like the Dollar Store

It's our new favorite place to shop budget.

Amanda Becker

Oct 9, 2019

The 4 Ingredients That Make Up the Perfect Reading Space

Is there anything better than cozying up with a good book and a mug of hot tea on a rainy weekend morning?

Kate Streit

Oct 9, 2019

A Palm Springs and Tiki-Inspired Portland Home

There's a tiki bar in the basement!

Heather Keeling

Oct 9, 2019

A Modern Makeover of a Martha’s Vineyard Cottage

Nick and Sarah had one toddler and baby number two on the way when they purchased their 1920s island cottage — and had ambitious ideas for what they could do with the space.

Emily Billings

Oct 9, 2019

Before and After: The Happiest, Most Colorful Closet You've Ever Seen

See ya, '70s-style mirrored doors. Wallpaper and paint pair up to make this closet way more fun.

Megan Baker Detloff

Oct 9, 2019

Gray Is Out and Beige Is Back, According to This Survey of Designers

And other 2020 color trend predictions.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 8, 2019

We Toured the Official Lisa Frank Apartment, And You’ve Got To See the Bathroom

For a limited time, one room in Los Angeles has been transformed into a Lisa Frank paradise—which you can reserve for the ultimate throwback sleepover.

Mia Nakaji Monnier

Oct 9, 2019

The 11 Most Gorgeous Home Design 'Risks' We've Seen So Far This Year

These are tours of the homes of people who took big design risks... and those risks paid off beautifully.

Adrienne Breaux

Oct 9, 2019

This Rainbow Rental Has ’70s Lamps, Dinosaurs, and So Many Patterns

The color palette is anything goes—everything from "Peewee's Playhouse" primary pops to the sunny, faded palette of a teenage girl's bedroom in 1975.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 9, 2019

The $5 Cleaning Solution That Saved Me Hundreds on My Rent Deposit

It works like magic!