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Before and After: An Uninspired Sitting Room Gets Some Neon Personality

When Lucy and her husband bought their UK home four years ago, their sitting room and its Victorian fireplace were every shade of neutral.

Alison Goldman

Sep 6, 2019

The One Thing You Need to Change Right After You Buy A Home

When you finally get your hands on the keys to a new place, there’s lots to do: unpack, decorate, and maybe even renovate. But before you dive into the fun stuff, Redditors say there’s one thing every new homeowner needs to do.

Brigitt Earley

Sep 7, 2019

This Remodeled Home Has a Pretty Palette of Primary Colors

Before this home was remodeled, it was a lot of golden oak, '90s-style wallpaper, and polished brass hardware.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Sep 6, 2019

A Chicago Garden Unit Is Bright and Full of Vintage Finds

"Have you ever looked at an apartment in the pitch black without heat? It's not great."

Esteban Cortez

Sep 6, 2019

Here’s When Fall Foliage Will Look Its Best Near You, So You Can Plan Your Leaf Peeping

Fall lovers are undoubtedly looking forward to the usual changes (and an excuse to break those cozy sweaters out of storage), namely when the first huge cool snap will occur and when to expect the fall foliage to transform from lush green into beautiful shades of orange, red and yellow.

Kenya Foy

Sep 6, 2019

7 Shade Plants for That Dark and Boring Section of Your Garden

You have a shady section of your garden that you don’t know what to do with. Or maybe your apartment or condo has a balcony that’s covered in shade all day. What plants should you put in those corners of your outdoor space?

Molly Williams

Sep 5, 2019

Nate Berkus & Jeremiah Brent Are Selling Their Greenwich Village Home for $800K

The property can be purchased fully-furnished with a blend of vintage decor and pieces from the couple’s own collection, too.

Megan Johnson

Sep 6, 2019

We Visited the ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Exhibit in NYC and Boy, the Sets Are as Spectacular as You’d Expect

Here at Apartment Therapy, we’re big fans of Amazon’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” show and the mid-century style seen throughout its late 1950’s-inspired design set.

Nicoletta Richardson

Sep 6, 2019

A Studio Becomes a Cool Two-Bedroom in this Clever London Reno

This couple turned a studio's huge rooftop terrace into a second level, creating a two-bedroom home. It's only 620 square feet, but it uses every square inch of space.

Adrienne Breaux

Sep 6, 2019

This Boston Loft Is Bright, Bohemian, and Extremely Beautiful

With all the abundance of natural light in this Boston loft, it’s like living in a greenhouse!

Samara Vise

Sep 6, 2019

Before & After: A Main Bedroom Is Completely Unrecognizable After a Gorgeous Makeover

A dark and dated back room is now an airy and bright master bedroom with gorgeous exposed ceiling joists.

Adrienne Breaux

Sep 5, 2019

7 Unsuspecting Places Bed Bugs Might Be Hiding in Your Home

Bed bugs don’t just live in your bed. If you suspect you have a bed bug infestation, you might be unhappy to find that bed bugs can thrive just about anywhere. They have a soft spot for fluffy fabrics with lots of folds and cushy places to hide. But they also party in cracks in grout, under your box spring, and in your dresser drawers. In other words, almost nowhere is safe from these sneaky critters.

Rebecca Renner

Sep 6, 2019

Before & After: A MacBook Remade Just For Mom

It was about two years ago, my partner Emily’s 2006 MacBook laptop began showing the visible signs of being well used…very well used. The white polycarbonate front edges cracked after years of palm pressure and the heat discolored the once pristine white laptop to a yellowish hue most often equated with British dental hygiene.

Gregory Han

Sep 6, 2019

9 of the Most Gorgeous Entryways We’ve Ever Seen

These nine homes don't just have good-looking entryways, they have one-of-a-kind spaces that match their home's personality perfectly.

Adrienne Breaux

Sep 6, 2019

Where to Find Highly Instagrammable, Long-Lasting Monstera Leaves

You'll want ten.

Tess Wilson

Sep 6, 2019

A Leopard-Print Stair Runner Is Just One of the Bold Patterns in This Renovated 1920s House

Gwenn is glad that wallpaper is coming back in style... she's sprinkled different patterns throughout the house!

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Sep 6, 2019

This Might be the Quickest, Most Satisfying Weekend Project You Take On All Year

Here's how to chip away at whole-home organization while also still living your life.

Shifrah Combiths

Sep 6, 2019

Here’s How To Decorate for Halloween Like a Grown Up, Thanks to Emily Henderson

(If you want to, that is.)

Tara Bellucci

Sep 5, 2019

Before & After: This 1800s Farmhouse Got a Modern Reno, But Still Retains Its Rustic Charm

This dated farmhouse was covered in wallpaper when this couple bought it. After a 2-year renovation, it's now a minimal and modern dream home that still retains its original architectural charm.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Sep 5, 2019

Drew Barrymore’s Former Montecito Home Is on the Market for $9.95 Million

Tucked in the idyllic village of Montecito, where stars ranging from Rob Lowe to Natalie Portman have owned properties, the six-bed, eight-bath estate is a piece of architectural history.

Megan Johnson

Sep 5, 2019

5 Expensive Things You Don't Need to Buy When Moving—Even If You Have the Cash

Save money—and a little sanity, too.

Katherine J. Igoe

Sep 5, 2019

4 Super Simple Ways to Fake an Open-Concept Layout

Don't worry, there's life after the open-concept floor plan.

Sarah Lyon

Sep 5, 2019

The Student’s Guide to (Mentally and Mindfully) Surviving Winter Break

The first few days of winter break are a welcome vacation from final exams, but beyond that? It's not always all it's cracked up to be—here's how to get through the bad parts.

Brittney Morgan

Sep 5, 2019

A 1960 Home Balances Mid-Century Modern & Vintage Styles

Just across the river from Portland, Rebekah and Larry found a warm and woodsy mid-century modern gem they now call home.

Heather Keeling

Sep 5, 2019

A $1.18M Upstate NY Property So Beautiful, I'm Emitting Guttural Screams

Welcome to Hudson Woods, a community located just two hours from New York City that encompasses 131 serene acres of the Hudson Valley.

Sarah Magnuson

Sep 5, 2019

Before and After: A California Cabin Becomes the Sweet Destination It Always Had the Potential to Be

As soon as Hope Mendes and her husband saw their Cobb, California, cabin, they knew it was the place they'd been searching for.

Alison Goldman

Sep 4, 2019

Juan’s Garage Turned Modern Guest House

Name: Juan Vasquez Location: Highland Neighborhood; Denver, Colorado Size: 400 square feet Years lived in: Owned for 9 years; Remodeled garage 1 year agoNine years ago, Denver resident, Juan Vasquez purchased a 1920s bungalow in the bustling Highland neighborhood of Denver and set out to make it his own. Shortly after, he took on the project of renovating his old two car garage into a restful haven out back.

Kathryn Bacalis

Sep 5, 2019

Space Saving Toys for Small Homes

“Kids! It’s time to fold the toys!” Every parent should be conscious of what you’re bringing into your home for your kids to play with, but if you live in a small home the size of a toy can be a deal breaker. Mostly, I limit the sheer number of toys we have but another strategy I employ is to look for toys that store easily. Does it fold up to a smaller size? Can I tuck it in the closet or on top of our wardrobe? Suddenly a tricycle in a small apartment seems feasible.

Carrie McBride

Sep 5, 2019

This 500-Square-Foot “Mid-Century Mexican” Style Studio Apartment Is Like a Cool Dorm for Grown-Ups

The papaya wallpaper is so cute!!

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Sep 4, 2019

5 Easy Ways Anyone Can Get Closer to a Perfect Credit Score

There are no “hacks”, per se, when it comes to reaching a perfect credit score, but there are habits you can start now that will pay off over time.

Brittany Anas

Sep 4, 2019

Before and After: A Melbourne Kitchen Gets a Big Transformation—Literally

Alanna and her husband Jesse purchased their tiny, two-bedroom Melbourne cottage when they were in their early 20s. The kitchen hadn’t been updated since the 1980s and was so small, the couple couldn’t comfortably cook in there together at the same time.

Ashley Poskin

Sep 4, 2019

We Belong Here: Transforming Your Home Into a Place of Healing

I've exert a lot of time and effort to transform my home into a beautiful space where I feel validated, supported and loved, even when I’m alone in my studio apartment.

H. Melt

Sep 4, 2019

World Market Finds (Under $30!) Professional Home Stagers Swear By

Professional stagers love these big impact, low budget pieces.

Kate Streit

Sep 4, 2019

10 Quotes That Will Empower You to Declutter Anything

“Tidying is the act of confronting yourself.” —Marie Kondo.

Ashley Abramson

Sep 4, 2019

This Apartment Was Made Beautiful on a Budget Thanks to DIY Art, IKEA Hacks, and Discount Buys

The only pieces she paid retail price for where her couch and bed! Everything else is either an IKEA hack, DIY project, handmade art, estate sale finds, or discount buys.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Sep 3, 2019

How to Choose Plants for Window Boxes So They Look Picture Perfect

There’s just something about a well-done window box that makes the outside of a home or building look especially polished and welcoming.

Molly Williams

Sep 3, 2019

Before and After: How Painting the Door Sparked a Small Pantry’s Organizational Overhaul

After painting the door, Liz began to see the potential in this crowded little pantry. "No more dark closet, no more clutter! This was going to be a bright, organized space."

Alison Goldman

Aug 30, 2019

35 Totally Free Ways to Transform Your Home

Turns out, the best things in life really are free.

Kelsey Mulvey

Sep 3, 2019

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Want to Save Money, the Environment, and Your Clothes? This New Product Can Do It All

What if we told you there’s a new type of clothes dryer that uses half the energy of your current dryer and won’t eat every other sock? There is—it’s called a heat pump dryer. They’re relatively new, having first come onto the U.S. market in 2014, but are just…warming up…when it comes to savings.

Creative Studio

Sep 3, 2019

Before & After: One of the Best Kitchen and Dining Room Remodels of All Time

Cali Gabrielle must be a magician, because she made an ugly old house turn into an absolutely stunning home.

Adrienne Breaux

Aug 30, 2019

Your Phone Screen Is Gross, but This Handy Screen Cleaner Will Fix That ASAP

Clean your screen in a matter of seconds.

Elizabeth Entenman

Sep 2, 2019

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Tour a Colorful Modern Cabin Full of Joy