Wooden Trunk from the 1950s
The Unexpected Living Room Decor Item That Kicked Off a Family History Lesson
My grandparents' storied wooden trunk from Italy is now the center of my living room, and I wouldn't have it any other way.
Nov 21, 2020
I'm an Indigenous Woman—Thanksgiving Is a Reminder That My People Are Still Here
"I am thankful for my ancestors, who gave me the power of resiliency through their trauma."
Nov 25, 2020
A Generic 1990s House Looks Anything But Boring After a Year of Home Projects
This house had large and generic rooms—but Catherine and her husband knew they could focus their energies on their own cosmetic renovations that would bring character and depth to transform the blank space.
Nov 25, 2020
Two-Second Life Tip: Save Your Friends’ Addresses from Their Holiday Cards as Soon as You Get Them
Every once in a while, you realize you can do one small thing that will make you feel really on top of it.
Nov 25, 2020
I Finally Found a Sponge That Doesn’t Totally Gross Me Out
Regular sponges are basically small rectangular germ incubators, but this silicone options doesn't gross me out at all.
Nov 24, 2020
What You Need to Know About This Month's Frost Moon Eclipse
Double the astronomical events, double the fun.
Nov 24, 2020
Before and After: A Dated $80 Craigslist Bar Cart Turned Modern Kitchen Island
Some clever DIYs gave this boring brown cart real star power.
Nov 24, 2020
The Only Good Kind of Bathroom Is a Themed Bathroom
Here are three reasons why.
Nov 24, 2020
Brooklinen’s Cashmere Sheets Make Me Feel Like the Star of a Nancy Meyers Movie—and They’re on Sale
They feel like a cozy, winter luxury, and they're 20 percent off!
Nov 24, 2020
This Plant-Filled, Colorful Australian Home Is the Very Definition of Bohemian Maximalist
Lee Alford has done wonders with this once-featureless, bland, modern, open-plan house. It's now an eclectic bohemian maximalist paradise.
Nov 24, 2020
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18 Great Gifts for Your Friends with Great Taste
This year, the words “eat, drink, and be merry” have a different flavor. As we all prepare to spend the holidays at home, many of us could use some good cheer — and a stiff drink. Why not indulge your loved ones in some extra care with a gift that caters to their taste? This gift guide mixes home bar essentials with little luxuries that will lift their style and spirits. To pull together these gift lists, we started with one foundational ingredient.
Nov 24, 2020
11 Stylish DIY Propagation Stations to Help You Multiply Your Houseplant Family
These DIYs are easy and chic.
Nov 24, 2020
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We Gave a Clever DIYer a Humdrum Set of Coasters and $25 — See What She Turned Them Into
We love a good DIY any time of the year, but we really love seeing how people dress up their DIYs for the holidays. That’s exactly what inspired this special holiday edition of Megan’s Mystery Makeover! That’s our series where our home projects editor Megan sends a DIYer some humdrum object and asks them to transform it into something bespoke and beautiful — all within a $25 budget. And today, Chelsea from Lovely Indeed has accepted the challenge.
Nov 24, 2020
A Small Condo Has Clever Renter's Solutions and a Gorgeous Mini Patio
Nayana used white marble contact paper on the counters and removable white subway tile backsplash in her dark rental kitchen to brighten up the space.
Nov 24, 2020
IKEA Now Sells a Teeny Tiny Version of Its Big Blue Bag
There's a new mini bag on the scene, from none other than IKEA.
Nov 24, 2020
60 Holiday Hacks, Shortcuts, and Time-Savers You'll Be Amazed You Lived Without
If there's ever a year for making things easier, it's 2020.
Nov 24, 2020
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3 Living Room Trends for 2021 — and How to Make Them Work in a Small Space
There’s a new year around the corner, and while we don’t exactly have a crystal ball to predict the top living room trends that will become the design stars of 2021, there are three styles we’re betting will continue to be perennial favorites. Modern farmhouse, Scandinavian, and mid-century modern living rooms are on course to remain popular styles in the New Year — and AllModern has the best of every modern style, in one easy-to-shop spot.
Nov 24, 2020
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How to Design the Perfect Holiday Tablescape — and Use It All Season Long
This year, as we celebrate the holidays from the comfort of our own homes, we have the opportunity to make new memories and start new traditions. We’re going all out, creating cozy and festive spaces throughout our homes. And we’re leaving no surface bare, including our tabletops.Gatherings will be smaller, but they can still be plenty festive. We plan to make our holiday tables feel elegant and special, incorporating trendy-yet-timeless decor from Garnet Hill.
Nov 24, 2020
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How to Add Comfort and Joy to the Most Overlooked Space in Your Living Room
Like all things 2020, the holidays are going to require some creativity. We’ll be forming new traditions and making new memories. While it may not be the holiday you pictured, it can still be plenty special. And that starts with making your home merry and bright. Since we’re celebrating from the comforts of our own homes — emphasis on the comfort — we’re leaning into all things cozy and adding joy everywhere possible.
Nov 24, 2020
A Small Toronto Apartment Transformed During Quarantine
You don't have to spend a lot of money to make your house a home; you can rework what you already have to work for you.
Nov 24, 2020
Do Plants Feel Pain? Well, Kind Of
It's a fair question. This botanist thinks the answer comes down to linguistics.
Nov 24, 2020
The Bouqs’ New Floral Collection Benefits the Fight Against Police Brutality
The United With Flowers collection benefits Campaign Zero.
Nov 23, 2020
Before and After: 4 Paint Colors and $300 Give This Plain Porch Some Pep
It's way more welcoming now.
Nov 23, 2020
Amazon Shoppers Are Obsessed with This Wacky $12 Serving Bowl
For those nights when you can't choose between chip flavors.
Nov 22, 2020
10 Beginner Supplies (Under $35) to Get if You Want to Start Painting as a Hobby
I’ve tested tons of products, turned the pages of many art books, and tried out lots of different supplies. Here are the beginner tools I think are worth buying, for adults or kids, if you want to try your hand at painting.
Nov 23, 2020
The Rise of the Real Estate Influencer—and What to Know About Working With One
It's not just about follower counts.
Nov 23, 2020
6 Things I Learned from Buying a Fixer Upper with a Friend
I have to give my reasons for wanting certain finishes or fixes, and they can’t just be “because I like it that way.”
Nov 19, 2020
These 5 Easy Habits Totally Changed How I Shop at Trader Joe's This Year
I'm never going back to my old ways.
Nov 23, 2020
This Family of 5 Lives Stylishly in a 200-Square-Foot Airstream
Melanie and David Raver and their three young daughters travel, live, and homeschool in this 1973 Airstream Argosy.
Nov 23, 2020
4 House-Hunting Tips an Interior Designer Won’t Tell You for Free
Here's what they look for in a home for sale.
Nov 23, 2020
This Is the Year to Start the Holiday Traditions You Always Wanted
Nothing about 2020 is normal—it's OK if your holidays aren't, either.
Nov 19, 2020
Homesick x Dunkin’ Is Back to Make Your Home Smell Like Coffee and Doughnuts
For the second year in a row, the home fragrance and lifestyle company has teamed up with the coffee and doughnut brand to bring us a set of limited-edition candles created in the spirit of Dunkin’s popular menu items.
Nov 23, 2020
A 400-Square-Foot Loft Looks Way Bigger Than It Is
It’s a little studio with a lot of personality.
Nov 23, 2020
5 Common Mistakes You’ll Make When You Clean Your Kitchen Counters
Adjust your habits to make sure your counters look their very best every time you clean them—and keep them looking good for the long haul.
Nov 23, 2020
You Don’t Have to Be an Editor or Influencer to Enjoy This Year-End Ritual
Holiday Cure
It will help you reassess your priorities for the new year.
Nov 23, 2020
6 Things You Should Do If It Feels Like Your Home Is Never Clean
We called on a cleaning expert for actionable advice on simple things you can do when you feel like housekeeping is out of your control.
Nov 10, 2020
This Is the Most Popular Time To Put Up Holiday Decorations
'Tis the season!
Nov 22, 2020
Two Good Friends Turned an '80s Portland House into a Fantastic "Cougar Den"
"When searching for a home, we knew we wanted something with character, a place in which we could manifest our black cat palace style."
Nov 19, 2020
The Most Popular Fall Plants In Every State
Which plant is most popular in your state?
Nov 22, 2020
Before and After: A 1970s Kitchen Gets a Vibrant Redo Full of Personal Touches
Wait until you see what the homeowner did with the soffit.
Nov 22, 2020
The Curious Truth About "Skybridge" Apartments (And Why They're Legendary)
They come few and far between in NYC.
Nov 18, 2020
5 Smart Money Moves Anyone Can Make Right Now, According to Financial Planners
This year was a major reminder that unexpected things can happen, and that it helps to be financially prepared when they do.
Nov 22, 2020
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One Kitchen Decluttering Task You Might Put Off Too Late This Year
Holiday Cure
If you prepare any amount of food for the holidays—whether it's one casserole or a whole spread—you still have to tackle one big hurdle.
Nov 22, 2020
10 Organic Mattresses You Can Shop Now
Yup, they exist.
Nov 21, 2020
The Most Popular Holiday Songs of All Time Will Surprise You
Happy holiday streaming!
Nov 21, 2020
This Is One of the Most Beautiful, Livable Tiny Houses We’ve Ever Seen
And we bet you'll think so, too.
Nov 19, 2020
15 Retro Holiday Decorations from Your Grandparents’ House That Are Cool Again
Elf on the shelf but make it retro!
Nov 21, 2020