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This Bed Elevated My Room — and Came Together With No Hardware

When I moved into a new place last year, I set out to make it as “me” as possible. I was living alone for the first time in a long time, and I wanted to decorate intentionally — especially in the bedroom, which I wanted to feel extra supportive and grounding.I knew of a few accent items — a shaggy area rug and soft linen sheets — I could use to start building up my new, cozy, organic aesthetic.

Courtney Balestier

Jul 8, 2022

I Fell In Love With This Sleek, Compact Hand Vac and It Only Weighs 1.2 Pounds (Bonus: It’s 40% Off for Prime Day!)

Who would've thought a hand vacuum could be stylish?

Sarah M. Vazquez

Jul 13, 2022

This Diffuser Is Like a Work of Art on My Nightstand — And It’s Worth Every Penny (Plus, It’s on Sale for Prime Day)

It's just as practical as it is pretty.

Blair Donovan

Jul 13, 2022

This Weird-Looking Device Is Better Than Blue Light Glasses for Reviving My Strained Eyes (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)

Bonus: It's on sale!

Kendall Cornish

Jul 12, 2022

B&A: A $500 Peel-and-Stick Makeover Totally Transforms a "Dark & Dingy" Kitchen

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A brownish gray kitchen becomes a fun, retro-looking cook space — no demo required.

Sarah Everett

Jul 12, 2022

This $40 Organizer Keeps My Tiny Kitchen Clutter-Free — and It’s on Sale for Prime Day

This nifty organizer freed up half my kitchen cabinet space.

Britt Franklin

Jul 12, 2022

The Mind-Blowingly Simple Hack You Need to Know if You're Gardening This Summer

It will save you time and effort with giant bags of soil, compost, and more.

Megan Baker Detloff

Jul 12, 2022

This Viral TikTok Shows How To Make Faux Stained Glass

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With a little bit of paint and some glue, your house just got a whole lot classier.

Olivia Harvey

Jul 12, 2022

This Is Sarah Michelle Gellar’s Favorite Room In Her House

For many people, more time spent indoors has meant more time to dedicate to revisiting favorite hobbies and slowing down in general. For actress and entrepreneur Sarah Michelle Gellar, this has meant embracing life at home and quality time spent with her husband, Freddie Prinze Jr. and their two children, Charlotte and Rocky.

Emma Kershaw

Jul 12, 2022

Target’s Deal Days for 2022 Are Here!

Shop home decor — including Hearth & Home With Magnolia and some Threshold With Studio McGee — for up to 30 percent off!

Danielle Blundell

Jul 12, 2022

What Is Tandem Parking?

Avoid getting yourself into a parking jam by learning the ins and outs of tandem parking.

Lauren Wellbank

Jul 12, 2022

This Adorable Mini Air Purifier Plugs into My Laptop and Keeps My Work Space So

And it's just $36.

Kevin Cortez

Jul 12, 2022

4 Shopping Tips That Costco Employees Want You To Know

Costco employees want to let you in on a few tips for navigating the wholesale store, as well as some general suggestions for being a decent shopper.

Noella Williams

Jul 12, 2022

This Bold Brooklyn Rental Is Colorful Eclectic Maximalism Done Right

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Textile designer and freelance interior stylist Anna Brettschneider shares this 800-square-foot Park Slope rental apartment with her fiancé, Garrett Albury. Together they co-author the weekly newsletter, coolstuff.nyc.

Jendayi Omowale

Jul 12, 2022

Before and After: HGTV’s “Battle on the Beach” Renovates Small Guest Rooms

The teams of aspiring renovators were tasked with renovating the guest bedroom and bathroom of their identical Surfside Beach homes.

Lillian Brown

Jul 12, 2022

8 Pink Cleaning Products to Add a Pop of Color to Your Cart

Here are some rosy finds that’ll help start your pink-themed collection, and hopefully inspire you to tidy up.

Stephanie Nguyen

Jul 12, 2022

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Before & After: An Easy, Hand-Painted DIY Made This Outdoor Space Complete — and Ready for Summer

Three years ago, when Danielle Guerrero and her husband bought their first house — a new construction with basic, builder-grade furnishings — she was a DIY novice. That didn’t last long: Danielle started tackling projects like adding shiplap and installing new flooring, and she hasn’t stopped. Along the way, she amassed a collection of power tools, a lot of know-how, and a community of folks eager to discover their own DIY skills.

Courtney Balestier

Jul 12, 2022

Shop Amazon Prime Day Like a Home Decor Pro With These 16 Designer Picks

Starting at just $12 and shipped to your door in two days or less!

Sarah Lyon

Jul 12, 2022

9 Things Real Estate Agents Say About What It's Really Like to Own a Brownstone

Buying a brownstone isn’t always for the faint of heart, and four real estate experts shared their nine tips, strategies, and warnings to make sure you go into the process with clear eyes.

Heather Bien

Jul 12, 2022

This San Francisco Apartment Home Blends A Love For Jazz and Design

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Eric is a lover of black coffee, bourbon, blues, jazz, architecture, and interior design. So when the pandemic offered him a discounted price of rent, he worked to make the apartment of his dreams.

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Jul 12, 2022

86 Pieces of DIY Makeover Inspiration for Every Decor Style

Whether you’re a maximalist to your core or you’re looking to dip your toe in the coastal grandmother trend, you can find DIYs here to suit your style.

Megan O'Brien

Jul 12, 2022

8 Ways to Give Your Couch New Life for Less Than $150

Just because your sofa may have a few rips, stains, or sunken cushions doesn’t mean you have to break the bank by purchasing a new one

Trisha Sprouse

Jul 12, 2022

B&A: Fireplace and Flooring Redos Made This Living Room Feel Bright and New

Kari Rezac and her boyfriend ditched the carpet and dated features and DIYed a fresh new space.

Ariana LaBarrie

Jul 12, 2022

B&A: An Accent Wall in a Daring Color Transforms a “Boring" Bedroom in 2 Days

This relatively little project that had seriously big payoff.

Kelly Dawson

Jul 11, 2022

A Bathroom That Looks Like Disney's The Haunted Mansion Is DIY

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Halloween might still be a few months away, but it’s never too early to get in the spirit of the season.

Inigo Del Castillo

Jul 11, 2022

5 Different Ways to Keep Your Plants Clean and Happy

Plus learn the rule of thumb that will tell you when they're ready for a wash!

Ashley Abramson

Jul 11, 2022

The Dreaded Black Mold: Is It Affecting Your Household?

What to do if you suspect mold has taken hold.

Shifrah Combiths

Jul 11, 2022

Here’s Where To Get Vintage-Looking Lawn Chairs Like Beyoncé’s

Make your backyard flawless.

Olivia Harvey

Jul 11, 2022

Why (and What) You Should Save When Renovating Your Home, According to HGTV Experts

It'll help keep costs down.

Lillian Brown

Jul 11, 2022

You Need 2 Quotes for an Interstate Move — Even From the Same Company

I learned the hard way that it’s worth getting multiple quotes, from the same company, even if you feel good about the first conversation.

Shifrah Combiths

Jul 11, 2022

28 Ways to Use Those Magical String Lights

They are not just for your outdoor patio (though they are beautiful there too).

Marlen Komar

Jul 11, 2022

This $13 Amazon Find Solves Your Yogurt Container Storage Problem

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Take advantage of unused fridge space.

Inigo Del Castillo

Jul 11, 2022

This Is the One Place You Haven't Thought to Store a Throw Blanket

Consider this spot in your bedroom — that's not the foot of your bed! — for your throw blanket during the summer months.

Danielle Blundell

Jul 11, 2022

Yes, Audiobooks Count as Reading — And You Should Add Some to Your Reading List

Pro tip: Nothing beats listening to a memoir in the author's own voice.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Jul 11, 2022

Color Is the Biggest Inspiration in This Cheery 450-Square-Foot Studio

Maitri Mody (@honeyidressedthepug on Instagram) grew up in Mumbai surrounded by colors and says she can't live in a minimal white box. "I moved into this apartment after separating from a 10-year marriage and starting off on my own. So, I wanted it to be happy, cheerful, and positive," she writes.

Erin Derby

Jul 11, 2022

Do Red and Purple Go Together? These 6 Design Ideas Prove They Do!

If you’re looking to turn heads with your home’s interior decor, you won’t want to overlook using red and purple as design elements. When it feels like everything has been “done” before, this combo doesn’t disappoint. A color wheel will tell you that red and purple should not be combined, since the hallmark of interior design is the use of contrasting colors or monotone colors to create an interesting space.

Susan Mitchell Blavin

Jul 11, 2022

This Living Room Staple Just Might Be Your Best Kitchen Storage Solution

If you like to see a versatile piece of furniture, then you'll really love this.

Savannah West

Jul 11, 2022

What is a Pillow Sham – And How is it Different From a Pillowcase?

The phrase "sham," at least in the context of bedding, has its origins in trickery.

Danielle Blundell

Jul 11, 2022

These Are the 6 Categories of Favorite Colors Everyone Should Have

While color therapy is an actual science, you don’t need to have a doctorate or degree in color psychology to identify which colors ring true for you in various stages and emotions in your life. Here are the six color categories everyone should have and lean on as needed.

Terri Huggins

Jul 11, 2022

My Mom’s Sweet and Small Trick Helps Me Enjoy Cleaning

My mom shared this sweet idea a few years ago, and it has changed my whole relationship with cleaning.

Marlen Komar

Jul 11, 2022

Color and Pattern Add Character to This Plain, Conventional Condo

Allison knew she could add character and color to her condo through the decor, and began with a few paint colors to set the tone, eventually layering in pattern and decor to create a home full of personality.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jul 11, 2022

This Is the Bold Color That Makes Real Estate Agents Cringe

If you want to sell your home to as many buyers as possible, real estate agents know which colors to avoid.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Jul 11, 2022

5 Unsafe Design Trends Home Inspectors Wish You’d Stop Doing

Most of them wouldn't pass muster during an inspection.

Brittany Anas

Jul 11, 2022

B&A: An Old '90s Vanity Is Completely Transformed in a $536 Bathroom Redo

The new color is bold and bright — just what this windowless bathroom needed.