The Latest: Oct 2021

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This Trendy Furniture Style Is Fresh, Fun, and Perfect for a Small Living Room

It's great for a bedroom, too!

Alyssa Longobucco

Oct 6, 2021

Reese Witherspoon’s Bar Stools Bring an Industrial Twist to Her Classic Kitchen

And you can buy the same exact ones.

Olivia Harvey

Oct 6, 2021

A Small NYC Apartment's Dated Kitchen and Bathroom Got Renter-Friendly Refreshes

Nicole, also known as "The Cuban Carrie" on Instagram, transformed her entire 600-square-foot rental apartment, including turning a tiny loft into a very chic dressing room, home office, and yoga area.

Adrienne Breaux

Oct 6, 2021

How to Split a Check with Ease (and Without Making Things Awkward)

According to etiquette and restaurant experts.

Jennifer Prince

Oct 6, 2021

This Old-School Pattern Is Back, and It's Even More Personal This Time

And this new collaboration between Chasing Paper and Yelp makes toile wallpaper feel more personal and local!

Danielle Blundell

Oct 6, 2021

The Under-$15 Items a Home Stager Doesn’t Leave the House Without

Here's how they stage a home on a budget.

Josephine Nesbit

Oct 6, 2021

A DIY-Filled '90s-Era Condo Embraces Pastel, Miami, and Art Deco Revival Vibes

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Previously, Rosemary has gravitated toward a more vintage MCM aesthetic, but that didn’t feel like the right match for the ultra-'90s architecture of her condo, so instead she's embracing a more Miami Modern/Art Deco revival look.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 6, 2021

I’m a Registered Dietitian — These Are the 9 Kitchen Tools I Use Every Day

One is just $6.95!

Lauren Manaker

Oct 6, 2021

10 Questions You Should Ask When You’re Hiring a House Cleaner

If you can swing it, hiring a professional house cleaner is a great way to save time, reduce stress, and improve the health of your home. Plus, you have a chance to support a local business.

Lisa Galek

Oct 6, 2021

8 Stylish WFH Chairs That Are Perfect for Small Spaces

Elevate your comfort while you crush those deadlines.

Jasmine Grant

Oct 5, 2021

This Super-Compact Air Purifier That Gives Big Results Is Ideal for My Bedroom — Here’s Why

It's even got a built-in handle!

Britt Franklin

Oct 5, 2021

This Budget-Friendly Coffee Table Is Actually the Star of My Living Room

The beauty lies in its price and simplicity!

Sarah Lyon

Oct 5, 2021

4 Things a Real Estate Agent Will Always Do Before an Open House

You probably haven't even noticed.

Sofia Rivera

Oct 5, 2021

5 Easy (and Fun) Ways to Stick to Your Home Decorating Budget

No matter how much or little it is.

Alex Polish

Oct 5, 2021

DIY Ideas: 16 Fun DIY Ways To Use Leftover Tiles

Waste no more!

Tess Wilson

Oct 5, 2021

This Victorian House Built in 1894 Is Dark, Gothic, and Gorgeously Glam

Video House Tour

Interior blogger, Instagramer, and owner of this black, gold, and glam UK home, Rachel Edmonds, says life is too short to conform to the norm. "Your home should be a happy place."

Viv Yapp

Oct 5, 2021

6 Ways to Make Your Bathroom Look More Expensive, According to Real Estate Pros

They're easy — and foolproof.

Jennifer Billock

Oct 5, 2021

These 5 DIY Projects Turn Dollar Store Supplies into Stunning Home Decor

The cheapest tops out at just $8.

Megan Baker Detloff

Oct 5, 2021

A 400-Square-Foot NYC Apartment Has Renter-Friendly Tile and Countertop Ideas

Sarah Norman has transformed her small NYC rental apartment, including turning the living room as a home office, instead.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 5, 2021

HGTV Star Designer Leanne Ford Has a New Crate & Barrel Collection

Grasscloth, warm woods, and even disco balls are in the mix!

Danielle Blundell

Oct 5, 2021

B&A: A $250 Project Adds Character and Elegance to a Plain Dining Room

HOME PROJECTS

This renter wanted to add some detail to her dining area, but there wasn't enough space for a buffet or other table, and, as a renter, she couldn't find any removable wallpaper she loved.

Sarah Everett

Oct 4, 2021

Target is Stepping Up Its Plant Game with a Set of Air Plant Terrariums For Under $13

These are ideal if you are after a low-maintenance plant.

Emma Kershaw

Oct 4, 2021

Here's Why One HGTV Expert Wants You to Decorate Your Rental As If You're Moving

Interior designer Carmeon Hamilton shares a simple rule that goes a long way.

Alexandra Frost

Oct 4, 2021

These Best-Selling Organizers from Amazon Are the Ultimate Solution to Your Kitchen Clutter

They're basically magic.

Alyssa Longobucco

Oct 4, 2021

This Spot-Cleaning Tool Has Almost 14,000 5-Star Amazon Ratings and Can Erase Years-Old Stains

"100% recommend having this machine on hand, no matter your reason."

Vanessa Spilios

Oct 4, 2021

Start Planning Now! Holiday Shipping Just Got Slower and More Expensive

Here's what you need to know.

Ella Cerón

Oct 4, 2021

These Cool and Crisp Sheets Opened My Eyes to What a Perfect Bed Should Be

I woke up so refreshed!

Britt Franklin

Oct 4, 2021

10 of the Best Renter-Friendly Home Transformations We've Ever Seen

These redos are proof that you don't have to own to make your place feel like home.

Kelly Dawson

Oct 4, 2021

The Surprising Thing Missing from Danny Amendola’s Austin Home

"When I’m at home, it’s my time to relax and be with friends and family."

Megan Johnson

Oct 4, 2021

Angela Simmons' Kitchen Rocks the All-White Trend Without Being Boring

From airy provincial kitchens to minimally modern living rooms, the all-white theme seems to be thriving in homes everywhere. The monochromatic color scheme is known to be sleek but not suffocating, sophisticated yet cozy and most importantly, simple but not boring. Take for instance Angela Simmons, who showed off her all-white country kitchen in a video recently posted to Instagram celebrating her son Sutton’s fifth birthday.

Nicole Edenedo

Oct 4, 2021

This Brooklyn Apartment Uses the Color Black to Add Loads of Coziness

Roxy Michaud brought in textures like wicker, dark wood, bamboo and greenery to her Brooklyn home, as well as used the color black to make the space feel more warm and cozy.

Adrienne Breaux

Oct 4, 2021

The Almost-Free Plastic Baggie Hack that Makes Kitchen Messes Less Stressful

Now I keep one on my kitchen counter at all times.

Lisa Freedman

Oct 4, 2021

The Practical Magic of Vermont’s Witch Windows—And Why Every House Could Use One

They're a lesson in design from prudent New Englanders.

Jacqueline Cain

Oct 4, 2021

4 Homebuying Trends on Their Way Out

According to real estate experts.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Oct 4, 2021

7 Laundry Tips for People with Sensitive Skin

Having sensitive skin isn’t just a health issue; it’s a lifestyle. It can impact what cosmetics you buy and what materials you wear. It can even influence the way you do your laundry.

Korin Miller

Oct 4, 2021

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5 Bold Color Trends That Will Make Your Small Space Shine

At this year’s Small/Cool Experience, we asked 10 of our favorite designers to interpret 10 hot interior trends. Each designer had just 120 square feet, but what their rooms lacked in space, they made up for in style — and color. Whether classical or whimsical, warmly minimalist or gregariously maximalist, these rooms showed us that the right shades can transform the entire mood of any room.

Courtney Balestier

Oct 4, 2021

This Stylish 417-Square-Foot Apartment Used to Be a Basement

Katsia Augustin renovated and converted her parent's basement into a modern, cultured, eclectic, artistic, and comfortable apartment.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 4, 2021

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See How 3 Designers Added Their Personal Styles to a Neutral Living Room

A blank canvas doesn’t mean boring. When you start with a couple of timeless pieces, you can create myriad style statements, looks that can change according to seasons, trends, or just your mood. That’s why we were so excited to ask three of our favorite designers to put their own spins on the same living room.We started with a classic couch and coffee table.

Courtney Balestier

Sep 30, 2021

5 Ways to Take Your Cleaning Routine Outdoors and Enjoy This Weather

Definitely don't spend all your perfect weather energy on cleaning, but also don't let the weather go to waste, even when you have to clean.

Shifrah Combiths

Oct 4, 2021

Live the James Bond Lifestyle at This Stunning Italian Hotel

As seen in "The Spy Who Loved Me".

Emma Kershaw

Oct 3, 2021

Before & After: This $540 DIY-Filled Laundry Room Redo Looks Way More Expensive

Before, the homeowner's laundry room "was dark and cold with no windows," she says. Now, it's a black and white beauty. Not to mention, it's much more functional.

Sarah Everett

Oct 3, 2021

5 Glaring Red Flags to Look for in a Home's Front Yard

Don't get distracted by curb appeal.

Mili Mansaray

Oct 3, 2021

Spirit Halloween Unveils the Hottest Costume Trends for 2021

Flamin' Hot Cheetos costume, anyone?

Emma Kershaw

Oct 3, 2021

The $35 Knife That Has Become My Go-To Tool for Weeknight Meal Prep

Finally! A knife that properly fits my baby hands.

Danielle St. Pierre

Oct 3, 2021

Before & After: Multi-Tasking Furniture and Layout Tweaks Transform a Kids' Room

Sometimes small changes make the biggest difference.

Gunnar Larson

Oct 3, 2021

3 First-Time Homebuyer Stories That Don't Involve Financial Help from Parents

Or a trust fund.

Jon Gorey

Oct 3, 2021

These Are the Items Visitors See First In Your Home

According to an eye-tracking study.

Emma Kershaw

Oct 3, 2021

This Family of Four's House is Colorful, Mural-Filled, and India-Inspired

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Since she was a little girl, Sunita Chhabra has loved collecting colorful, beautiful things — and her house is covered is vibrant hues and cool objects. It's travel-inspired, mural-filled maximalism.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Oct 3, 2021