The Latest: Apr 2021

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Can a Home Renovation Ever Truly Be Green?

It's a big question, but the answer will surprise you.

Jon Gorey

Apr 30, 2021

Trader Joe’s “Twirling Teacup” Plants Are Extremely Cute and Only $6

The grocery store is now selling “Twirling Teacup” plants in beautiful mini mugs that are so good you’ll want to collect all three colors.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 30, 2021

4 Things that Define an “Adult” Pantry, According to Home Stagers

It always comes back to glass jars, doesn't it?

Sarah Magnuson

Apr 1, 2021

Before and After: This $850 Bathroom Redo Waves Goodbye to Beige

This bathroom goes from beige to bold.

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 30, 2021

IKEA Built a 187-Square-Foot Tiny House, and You Can Win It

You’ve been tasked with a scavenger hunt that could lead you to the tiny house of your dreams.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 30, 2021

This Cabinet Color Will Help Your Kitchen Feel “Less Sterile,” According to a Celebrity Chef

People are yearning to make their kitchens more exciting, and painting your cabinets this color is the way to do it.

Nicoletta Richardson

Apr 30, 2021

B&A: A Condo Gets a Fresh and Charming Facelift Thanks to Paint

This home already had tons of charm, like lots of windows, great molding, and cute built-ins. The designer and homeowners worked to allow those elements to shine when they refreshed this condo.

Adrienne Breaux

Apr 30, 2021

See These Centuries-Old Asian Castles Come Back to Life in Digital GIFs

NEWS

The before and after GIFs any history buff, fairytale aficionado, or casual viewer with a hefty dose of wanderlust is sure to enjoy.

Arielle Tschinkel

Apr 30, 2021

Mattel Created Nearly 200 Retro Glam Vintage Barbie-Themed Wallpaper Designs

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This Los Angeles-based company just teamed up with Mattel on a massive collection of vintage Barbie-inspired wallpaper designs, so you can transform your favorite room into your own personal Barbie Dreamhouse.

Arielle Tschinkel

Apr 30, 2021

These Upcycled Coconut Candles Put My Store-Bought Favorites to Shame

Stylish and sustainable? Yes, please!

Savannah West

Apr 29, 2021

Disney’s New Cruise Ship Will Make You Feel Like You Walked Into an Enchanted Castle

Cue "Tale as Old as Time."

Megan duBois

Apr 30, 2021

7 Easy Springtime Date Night Ideas That Aren't "Dinner and a Movie"

Upgrade your time together.

Kara Nesvig

Apr 30, 2021

A Cozy Puerto Rican Apartment Is Airy and Personal

Coralys Guzman's space truly reflects what she believes a home is all about: "a sanctuary where its habitants can be and express themselves as they will."

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Apr 30, 2021

Before & After: A Living Room Goes from "Dark Pirate Ship" to Scandi-Boho Dream

The fireplace redo will make you do a double-take.

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 30, 2021

There Has Never Been a Better Time to Install a Green Roof

Take your new gardening hobby to new heights.

Brittany Anas

Apr 29, 2021

This Has to Be the Easiest Way to Elevate Your Home With Paint

Weekend Projects

Painting has this transformative power, but your weekend project doesn't have to be as involved as painting an entire room or even a whole wall.

Shifrah Combiths

Apr 30, 2021

10 Furniture Items You Should Consider Buying Secondhand

According to designers, old is often > new.

Caroline Biggs

Apr 29, 2021

Here’s Why Even Hot Sleepers Can’t Fall Asleep Without a Blanket, According to a Sleep Expert

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There's a scientific reason you can't kick your blanket to the curb (no matter how hot you sleep).

Jasmine Grant

Apr 29, 2021

Before and After: A $150 Refresh Makes this 70-Year-Old Patio Look Brand New

This modern redo makes the whole outdoor living area sing.

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 29, 2021

You Can Ride This Reese Witherspoon-Approved Bicycle All Summer Long

This bike will help you stroll in style.

Leah Groth

Apr 29, 2021

Backstreet Boy AJ McLean Helped Me Discover the All-Pink Kitchen I Never Knew I Needed

Believe when I say, I want my kitchen this way.

Nicoletta Richardson

Apr 28, 2021

Nico Tortorella Gave Us a Peek Inside Their Beige, ’80s-Tastic Living Room

Their partner Bethany Meyers says it belongs in "80's Miami."

Nicoletta Richardson

Apr 29, 2021

Amazon Shoppers Swear By This $20 Mattress Protector — and It Has More Than 51,000 5-Star Ratings

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Because accidents happen ... at any age.

Samantha Hunter

Apr 29, 2021

This Loft Blends Custom Furniture and Nods to the '70s and '80s

Antonio Monserrat, the founder of Monserrat Studio, has totally transformed this Brooklyn loft with his own modern style, adding arches, opening up the space, and even building custom furniture (for humans AND a cat!).

Adrienne Breaux

Apr 29, 2021

This New App Reconnects Lost Dogs with Their Owners by Scanning Their Nose

Similar to our human fingerprints, each of our pups has a unique pattern on their nose — and it’s that pattern that might just be their ticket home if they find themselves lost. Petcare brand IAMS just launched a beta version of its brand-new app called NOSEiD, which uses advanced technology developed by adam&eveDDB to reconnect owners to their dogs by scanning a pooch’s nose print.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 27, 2021

This Mid-Century Modern House Is Listed for Under $250,000

It's in a historic district in Houston.

Madeline Bilis

Apr 29, 2021

5 Ways I'm Updating My Family's Greek Easter Traditions This Year

There may be less food, but we're spreading just as much love.

Andie Kanaras

Apr 29, 2021

A 1938 Rental Apartment Was Furnished with Local Art and Vintage Finds

Alexandra sourced art from local Etsy artists, purchased furniture through Facebook Marketplace to cut down on waste, and chose lots of calming plants and soft rugs to keep the space cozy and inviting.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Apr 29, 2021

This $35 Laundry Accessory Makes My Microfiber Cloth Habit Way Greener

It's a simple way to prevent the pollution of our planet from right inside your laundry room.

Taryn Williford

Apr 27, 2021

Before & After: A Thrifted Bookcase Gets a Third Life with a $90 Redo

Here's proof that you can make furniture last even longer with some creativity.

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 28, 2021

This Artist Uses Leftover Paint in a Surprising and Charming Way

He might inspire you to think of creative ways to use your own leftovers, too.

Erin Johnson

Apr 28, 2021

I Live in the Caribbean and These Are 5 Mosquito Solutions That Locals Swear By

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Surefire advice from people who battle these pesky insects year-round.

Amy Gordon

Apr 28, 2021

Sarah Sherman Samuel Just Designed the Most Amazing Kids' Room

Using pieces from the West Elm kids' collection that look SO good, you'll want to take note for your own home, even if you don't have little ones.

Blair Donovan

Apr 28, 2021

2 Easy Ways to Update Your Entryway for Cheap, According to an HGTV Expert

Your entryway is so much more than a hallway you pass through on your way into a home.

Alexandra Frost

Apr 27, 2021

6 Ways to Make Your Dog's Routine Even Greener and More Eco-Friendly

From recycled leashes to cricket treats.

Sassafras Patterdale

Apr 26, 2021

12 Books Penned by Muslim Authors That You Should Read Next

All year round, it’s important to highlight the stories of Muslims written by Muslims.

Bashirat Oladele

Apr 28, 2021

A 400-Square-Foot Studio's Smart Layout & Storage Make It Feel Larger

Even though this Denver studio apartment is small, it feels like it has distinct rooms like a bedroom, dining, office, and living thanks to a good layout and the use of open and closed storage.

Adrienne Breaux

Apr 28, 2021

TikTok Just Made Game Night Spicy With This DIY Jenga Set

It's Jenga meets Truth or Dare.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 28, 2021

This Allegedly "Not Haunted" House for Sale is Raising Eyebrows on Twitter

NEWS

Social media has made it so that if something appears weird or wacky in a real estate listing, it’s probably going to go viral online in due time. One Boston-area home for sale is making the internet rounds not because of anything inside the home, but for what is allegedly not inside the home: ghosts, spirits, or goblins, if you choose to believe the “For Sale” sign asserting as much.

Arielle Tschinkel

Apr 28, 2021

B&A: A Dark, Dated Kitchen Gets a Smarter Layout and a Brighter Look

This redo sacrifices a less-than-functional mudroom, with gorgeous results.

Sarah Everett

Apr 28, 2021

A Rental Allowed This Couple to Update Their 'Post-College' Aesthetic

Stefany and her husband took this new apartment as a way to "really invest in some quality pieces and truly make it a home that reflected where we were at this stage in our lives."

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Apr 28, 2021

My Laundry Storage Was Chaotic Until I Used a Classic Organizing Tool

Now, rather than shuffling through the cabinet for what I need and then having a pile of things to put back in, I can always grab what I need with ease.

Shifrah Combiths

Apr 26, 2021

B&A: A Drab Basement Corner Becomes a Music Lover's Retreat

Here's your inspiration to let your hobbies guide your home design.

Megan Baker Detloff

Apr 27, 2021

The CDC Just Announced New Mask Rules for Vaccinated People

Get ready to enjoy that delightful feeling of fresh air on your face.

Megan Johnson

Apr 27, 2021

This Showerhead Gives a Deep Massage That Might Be Better Than a Spa (and It Totally Transformed My Hair)

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