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Plant Prefab’s New Passive Homes Push The Boundaries of Sustainability
Take a look at the RPA LivingHomes 1, 2, and 3.
Jessica Wang
Jan 31, 2021
The Most Popular Rom-Coms by State During Valentine’s Day
Allow this report to inform your Feb. 14 watchlist.
Jessica Wang
Jan 31, 2021
The Most Affordable Cities For New Homeowners, According to a Report
Does your city make the list?
Jessica Wang
Jan 31, 2021
Before and After: A $2100 Redo Transforms This Bathroom from Grimy to Glamorous
It's a complete 180.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jan 31, 2021
10 Neon Lights to Help You Create Your Best, Brightest Room
Neon is back!
Caroline Biggs
Jan 31, 2021
Amazon’s Best-Selling Trash Can Has Over 4,300 5-Star Reviews (and It’s Almost Too Pretty to Use!)
Shopping
Form *and* function all in one elegant package.
Celia Shatzman
Jan 31, 2021
6 At-Home Workout Apps That Are So Good, You'll Forget They're Totally Free
For all skill levels and all kinds of workouts.
Ella Cerón
Jan 31, 2021
9 Things to Consider When Moving from the City to the Country
There’s more to think about than how to load a moving truck on a busy city street.
Kristy Alpert
Jan 31, 2021
A Bold and Graphic London Rental Apartment Was Decorated on a Shoestring Budget
When Julian moved into this rental apartment the walls were beige and the terrace was just an empty concrete space. But he got the landlord's permission to repaint the flat and decorated it on a shoestring budget with pieces found online, at local auctions, and on eBay or Gumtree.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 31, 2021
The Most Popular WFH Houseplants During the Pandemic
A look at all the houseplants that ruled home offices—from spider plants to ZZ plants.
Jessica Wang
Jan 30, 2021
Attention, New Kids on the Block Fans: Jonathan Knight is Headed to HGTV
The NKOTB singer trades in his mic for a hammer with "Farmhouse Fixer."
Jessica Wang
Jan 30, 2021
Puzzle Enthusiasts, Rejoice! JIGGY Has Launched a Subscription Service
The female-founded brand features artwork from female artists.
Jessica Wang
Jan 30, 2021
Activism Meets Home in This Series From Architect Michael Ford & Furniture Brand Herman Miller
The series reconfigures the Eames Lounge Chair with a social justice twist, highlighting the names of Black folks killed by police.
Jessica Wang
Jan 30, 2021
Before and After: A Dark Kitchen Gets a Big, Open Feel — Without Losing Walls
It's amazing what a few basic swaps can do.
Melissa Epifano
Jan 30, 2021
Half of Americans Want to Move. Here Are 5 Things to Know If You’re One of Them
You're going to need these tips from experts.
Brittany Anas
Jan 30, 2021
This Illusion-Inspired Paint Idea Puts a Fun New Twist on a Now Familiar Trend
Paint a wall arch... but make it different!
Savannah West
Jan 30, 2021
Before and After: “Fixer Upper” Turned a Rundown Kitchen Into a Scandinavian-Meets-Mid-Century Dream
The series premiere renovation was as drastic as one could hope.
Nicoletta Richardson
Jan 29, 2021
The Simple, No-Cost Step I Took Before I Paid Off Thousands of Dollars in Debt
To heal my relationship with money, I had to get honest about it.
Ella Cerón
Jan 30, 2021
A 427-Square-Foot Studio Shows How Relaxing & Cozy a One-Room Home Can Be
Picking a favorite room is an easy choice when living in a studio since all of your furniture is in one room!
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 30, 2021
Before and After: A $30 Redo Turns a Boring White Door into a Work of Art
Here's proof that you can sneak style into the most surprising of spaces.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jan 29, 2021
This Was the Most Popular State to Move to in 2020
NEWS
One state welcomed more new residents in 2020 than any other, according to data compiled by U-Haul, and the result might surprise you.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jan 29, 2021
11 Smart Projects DIYers Are Taking on to Stay Organized in 2021
If you’re anything like me, this new year is bringing with it a new enthusiasm to finally get organized — or at least to find an organizational system that’s actually maintainable.  “2021 is the year I am literally trying to ‘get my life,” says Timisha Porcher of ToolBox Divas.Of course, it can be hard to know where to begin.
Erin Johnson
Jan 29, 2021
This Apartment's Monochromatic Living Room Has Bold Blue Walls, Sofas, and Rug
Clay Crider and his husband, Julian Kline didn't plan on having a monochromatic living room, but they "fell in love with the paint color and then the two blue couches, and it all started to fall into place."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 29, 2021
I Tried Meditating Every Morning for a Month — Here's What Happened
10 minutes a day isn't a lot of time, but it felt like a big commitment.
Andie Kanaras
Jan 29, 2021
For Restaurant Owners Who Live Upstairs, “Working From Home” Has Special Meaning
Living where you work can have its upsides.
Jacqueline Cain
Jan 29, 2021
This Singapore Apartment Has One of the Dreamiest Balconies We've Ever Seen
Daria and husband, Faizal, decided to use Peranakan patterned cement tiles for the kitchen and balcony floors because they're just "beautiful and evoke a sense of old-school Singapore charm that we both love."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 29, 2021
The Last Step of Your January Home Cure is the Most Important One
January Cure
People love to say "it's about the journey, not the destination." And that's true. But you're allowed to celebrate the destination, too.
Taryn Williford
Jan 29, 2021
This Quick Trick Makes Your Home Feel New — Without Spending a Dime or Changing a Thing
Weekend Projects
This weekend, you can do this one thing to make your home feel fresh and new.
Shifrah Combiths
Jan 29, 2021
Before and After: This Glam $1,400 Bathroom Redo is All About the Drama
The wallpaper! The mirror! The architectural details! This upgrade is 100% luxe.
Melissa Epifano
Jan 28, 2021
8 Ridiculously Satisfying Make-Unders of Furniture, Hardware, and More
These redos let the original wood and metal shine.
Erin Johnson
Jan 28, 2021
This New App Promises a Future For Your Unwanted Amazon Buys
NEWS
It allows you to sell, trade, or rent out your unused purchases.
Olivia Harvey
Jan 28, 2021
Here's How Long You'd Need to Live with Your Parents to Buy a House in 20 Cities
Those who moved back home might have enough dough for a down payment soon.
Jennifer Billock
Jan 28, 2021
A 630-Square-Foot Rental Was Found & Furnished on a Budget During Quarantine
Architect Samantha Stein and her fiancé moved from a studio apartment to a slightly larger apartment in the middle of a pandemic (and while on a budget) but the result is quite dreamy despite the challenges.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 28, 2021
Katie Holmes’ Quarantine Paintings Are Seriously Gorgeous
NEWS
It turns out she’s been painting for around a decade.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jan 28, 2021
6 Small Habits Anyone Can Do to Practice Friluftsliv at Home
Here's how to cure your cold-weather cabin fever.
Caroline Biggs
Jan 28, 2021
This Playlist Features Dreamy Piano Covers of Your Favorite Pop Songs
While you might be familiar with Calm as one of the leading apps out there for guided meditations and sleep stories, you won’t want to miss the app’s many music offerings.
Arielle Tschinkel
Jan 28, 2021
This Houseboat for Sale in Massachusetts Is Incredibly Warm and Cozy
Peek inside.
Madeline Bilis
Jan 28, 2021
These Are the Biggest Ways You're Sabotaging Your Home Organization
6 design experts reveal the biggest mistakes you’re making when it comes to staying organized.
Adrienne Breaux
Jan 28, 2021
The Final Step to Creating a Living Room You Love
January Cure
The living room — or whatever you call it — is the most important room to prioritize when it comes to making sure you feel comfortable, calm, and content.
Taryn Williford
Jan 28, 2021
These Kitchen Drawer Organizers Totally Transformed My Morning Routine
Shopping
I found a surprising use for them, and it's been a game-changer.
Amy Gordon
Jan 27, 2021
Before and After: A Luxe Redo Brings Lots More Storage to This Tiny Kitchen
The before? Nice, but too small. The after? A real stunner, and way more practical, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Jan 27, 2021
This Company Makes Stuffed Animal Versions of Your Pet and Is Mandy Moore-Approved
Moore shared a photo of an incredibly lifelike plush toy from Cuddle Clones that looks so real, everyone in the comments said they had to do a double-take.
Olivia Harvey
Jan 27, 2021
7 Ways to Keep Your Bedroom Extra Warm and Cozy This Winter
It's hard to get out of bed when your bedroom feels like a meat locker. These tips will help.
Alexandra Frost
Jan 27, 2021
Here’s What You Need To Create a Cozy Bedroom Nook, According to Angela Kinsey
Kinsey decided to embrace cozy comfort and she designed herself a book nook to end all other nooks.
Olivia Harvey
Jan 27, 2021
This Is the Best Way to Store Your Kids’ Art (and It’s Free)
You don't have to choose between a house without paper piles and your children's prized creations.
Shifrah Combiths
Jan 27, 2021
5 Ways to Make Your Space Feel Like a Vacation, According to Airbnb Hosts
Bringing vacation vibes into your home without having to go anywhere.
Abigail Abesamis Demarest
Jan 27, 2021
A 600-Square-Foot Studio Has Carefully Thought-Out Storage & Light Installation
The apartment initially didn't have a lot of opportunity for light outside of the gorgeous natural light during the day and one light source in the kitchen, so the renter's parents installed under cabinet lights and lights behind the bed frame.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jan 27, 2021
The Best Mid-Century Modern Living Room Furniture on Amazon for Under $150
A good-looking piece of mid-century modern furniture can make a big impact in a living room.
Caroline Biggs
Jan 27, 2021