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A white kitchen in a studio apartment with mint green backsplash and a butcher block island
Some Apartments in LA Just... Don't Come with Fridges? Here's Why
And no, it's not illegal.
Kelsey Mulvey
Dec 21, 2021
Before & After: This Drab 2001 Dining Room Is Transformed by $550 DIY Built-Ins
The project made the room more practical for the family who lives here, too.
Megan Baker Detloff
Dec 20, 2021
6 Apartment Therapy Readers Share the Best Last-Minute Gifts They Rely On
These presents never let them down.
Molly Burford
Dec 20, 2021
10 of the Best Under-$1,000 DIY Home Makeovers of 2021
These DIYers didn't let small budgets stand in their way.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 20, 2021
Here’s Why You Should Have an Accent Wall of Mirrors In Your Home, According to an HGTV Star
This outside-the-box idea comes with a lot of benefits.
Alexandra Frost
Dec 20, 2021
All the Bedding That Helped Our Editors Sleep Better in 2021
So. Dreamy.
Olivia Bowman
Dec 20, 2021
Maker&Son's Co-Founder Lives in a Stunning Country Home Built in the 1660s
Alex Willcock is the co-founder of Maker&Son, and his home is a Grade II listed country house in West Sussex dating back to the 1660s that's full of gorgeous furniture and beautiful paint colors.
Adrienne Breaux
Dec 20, 2021
Olivia Culpo Has a Lock on Her Closet So Her Sister Can’t Steal Her Stuff
It’s also where you’ll find her massive fashion collection, as well as her tiara and crown from her Miss USA and Miss Universe wins.
Megan Johnson
Dec 20, 2021
This Super-Absorbent Sponge Is Going Viral on TikTok Right Now
The more people doubt the SPh2ONGE’s power, the more the SPh2ONGE shows them that they’re wrong, absorbing all sorts of spills — and racking up serious views in the process.
Olivia Harvey
Dec 20, 2021
These Are the Best Gifts to Give a Friend Who’s in the Process of Moving
You won't have to do any of the heavy lifting, either.
Sarah Everett
Dec 20, 2021
This Industrial-Strength Dust Mop Gets My 1,000-Square-Foot Loft Sparkling Clean
It's super efficient, aesthetically pleasing, AND kind to the planet.
Ashley Ballard
Dec 20, 2021
You Can Send These Instant Gifts Without Knowing Someone's Address
'Tis the season.
Molly Burford
Dec 20, 2021
6 of the Best Rental-Friendly Makeovers We Saw in 2021 — Starting at Just $85
Let these creative redos inspire you to take a fresh look at your own rental.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 19, 2021
Barack Obama Has Shared His Favorite Books of 2021
Add these Obama-approved books to your 2022 TBR list.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 19, 2021
7 Ways to Deck Out Your Deck for Winter, According to Designers
Ready to upgrade your outside space? Start here!
Hannah Baker
Dec 19, 2021
TikTok’s Latest Trend Is Inspired by the Home Swap In “The Holiday”
Users are sharing their desire to trade houses or apartments with someone else in another country.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 19, 2021
How Much Does It Actually Cost to Put Up a Fence?
Here's how it breaks down.
Steph Mickelson
Dec 19, 2021
We’ll Be Seeing More Biophilic Design in 2022, According to Pinterest
Make way for biophilic design and Ancient Greece-inspired architecture in 2022.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 19, 2021
3 Afro-Indigenous Creators Share What Home Means to Them
As well as the art and rituals within their four walls.
Faith Cummings
Dec 19, 2021
Store Your Christmas Decor in Style With These Practical Bags
Whether you take your Christmas decorations down as soon as possible, waving goodbye to your tree and ornaments for another year on Dec. 26, or like to leave them up for as long as deemed acceptable, undecorating after the holiday season can prove a tedious task. Not only does it feel a little sad taking down your festive wreath and twinkle lights for another year, putting everything back in a neat and organized manner can be a little challenging.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 19, 2021
Before & After: An '80s-Era Kitchenette Gets a Modern, Sophisticated DIY Revamp
The after features one of this year's trendiest paint colors.
Savannah West
Dec 18, 2021
This Is the Easiest, Most Delightful Way to Send a Food Delivery as a Gift
Nothing says, "I'm thinking of you," quite like the gift of food.
Terri Pous
Dec 18, 2021
Countdown to Christmas With Google’s Santa Tracker and Virtual Village
With just one week to go until the big day, Santa and his elves are well on their way with their last-minute Christmas preparations. But if you’re more than eager for Dec. 25, you can once again countdown to Christmas with Google’s Santa tracker and virtual village. Santa’s village is open all through December with a variety of fun features for kids, allowing their imaginations to run wild.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 18, 2021
Before and After: A $170 DIYed "Marble" Mantel Adds Character to a Bedroom
A faux finish for the win!
Sarah Lyon
Dec 18, 2021
These Are the Most Popular Holiday Cards in 2021, According to Minted
Pandemic-related terms have seen a dramatic decrease.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 18, 2021
These Are the Most Eco-Friendly Christmas Trees, According to Experts
Experts compared five of the most popular types of Christmas trees to find out which is the most and least sustainable option.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 18, 2021
I Tried an Iron from the Brand Behind One of My Favorite Hair-Styling Tools — Here’s How It Measured Up
I'm starting to believe they're all-around ironing pros!
Britt Franklin
Dec 17, 2021
10 of the Best Entryway Redos of 2021, from One-Weekend Upgrades to Full Renos
These 10 entryway makeovers will inspire you to look at your home with fresh eyes.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 17, 2021
This Luxurious Bath Towel Gives Me Fancy Hotel Vibes without the Fancy Price Tag
They made my bathroom feel like a five-star hotel.
Jasmine Grant
Dec 17, 2021
Amazon Shoppers Swear By This $10 Draft Stopper to Keep Out the Winter Chill
Keep the winter chill out for good.
Grace Cooper
Dec 17, 2021
This Unique Space Heater Will Make All Your Cozy Fireplace Dreams Come True
Get cozy by the (electric) fireplace this holiday season!
Tierra Harris
Dec 17, 2021
6 Times CB2's Stairway Bookcase Stole the Show in Rooms All Around the House
Bookcases aren't just for living rooms!
Sarah Lyon
Dec 17, 2021
Santa’s North Pole Home on Zillow Has Been Upgraded with Pandemic Amenities
Peek inside Santa’s winter wonderland estate. 
Brittany Anas
Dec 17, 2021
Brie Larson Just Matched Her PJs With Her Houseplant
They're the perfect gift for plant parents.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 17, 2021
B&A: An Unlivable 675-Square-Foot Pittsburgh House Has Been Totally Transformed
The finished result features mirrored tiles in the kitchen, transparent closet doors, and other unique ideas.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Dec 17, 2021
Jonathan Van Ness Is “Getting Curious” in a Brand New Netflix Show
NEWS
It's based on their podcast.
Olivia Harvey
Dec 17, 2021
How to Keep Your Cat from Climbing Your Christmas Tree, According to TikTok
NEWS
Paws off.
Olivia Harvey
Dec 17, 2021
7 Simple Goals (Not Lofty Resolutions) Everyone Can Stick With in the New Year
They're ones you can actually follow through with.
Jennifer Prince
Dec 17, 2021
These Were the 5 Most Popular Real Estate Stories on Apartment Therapy This Year
Have you read them all?
Madeline Bilis
Dec 17, 2021
Weekend Projects: Do a Mini Fridge Cleanout
Weekend Projects
With holiday cooking just around the corner, it's time to take some mental notes about what you have and don't have in your refrigerator.
Shifrah Combiths
Dec 17, 2021
B&A: An $8,000 Kitchen Redo Kept the Cabinets, But Lost the Dark and Dated Vibe
The natural wood shines in its new surroundings.
Sarah Everett
Dec 16, 2021
10 Best Bathroom Redos of 2021, from Builder-Grade Refreshes to Vintage Redos
These homeowners and renters employed changes big and small to create their dream bathrooms.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 16, 2021
This Stylish Storage Solution Will Really Put Your Head in the Clouds — and Your Toilet Paper, Too!
We've found the cutest conversation piece for your bathroom.
Britt Franklin
Dec 16, 2021
This Apartment in Brooklyn Has Lots of Exposed Brick — And a Colorful Mural
Not to mention a custom bookcases and a hidden desk.
Madeline Bilis
Dec 16, 2021
Anecdote's Holiday Scents Are the Most Realistic Ones You'll Find All Season
NEWS
“'Tis the season to spread the joy and throw some shade."
Arielle Tschinkel
Dec 16, 2021
After 11 Moves in the Last 20 Years, This Family Has Found Their Forever Home
After spending years in rental homes that had to be neutral, Maggie Overby isn't holding back in this her forever home. She's adding lots of layers of pattern, color, and DIYs.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Dec 16, 2021
Sad “The Great British Bake Off” Is Over? Keep Up the Fun With These Sweet Baking Kits
Shopping
It's time to put your baking skills to the test.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Dec 16, 2021
This $15 Amazon Find Could Have Saved Me from My Wardrobe Malfunction — Now I’m Recommending One to Everyone I Know
It's an under-the-radar everyday essential.
Britt Franklin
Dec 16, 2021