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The Problem That’s Hiding in Plain Sight on Real Estate Listing Photos
REAL ESTATE
And how to train yourself to spot it.
Lauren Wellbank
Apr 17, 2023
The 5 Things I Do When Buying a New Plant, According to a Plant Writer
Take these steps before buying a new houseplant to ensure it’s happy and healthy.
Molly Williams
Apr 17, 2023
This Powerful Steam Cleaner Has TikTok in a Frenzy — It Also Has Over 14,000 Five-Star Amazon Ratings!
Clean without the harsh chemicals.
Nikol Slatinska
Apr 17, 2023
4 Professional Organizers Share the Tidying Habits They’ve Ditched
Organize & Clean
And what they do instead.
Jordan Souza
Apr 17, 2023
The Best Way to Score IKEA Pieces for Cheap Is Now Available Online
News
You can score incredible deals on gently used and already loved items and pick them up in-person with zero hassle or fuss.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 17, 2023
Before and After: This Home’s DIY Garage-Turned-Bedroom Transformation Is Great
Lifestyle blogger Jessica Kirby and her partner, Craig Mackay, did all the renovations themselves on this house in Rhode Island, and they had a very small budget. But they maximized their efforts "by spending on materials instead of labor. Our house is small and it’s an open layout, but we managed to make it feel spacious and still cozy."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 17, 2023
Trader Joe’s “Happy Seedling” Starter Plant Is Perfect for Newbies
They are going for just under $6 and give new plant parents a variety of options to choose from.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 17, 2023
7 Books to Help You Get More out of Life
With the right guides, you can get more out of life than ever before.
nextbigideaclub
Apr 17, 2023
The One Tool a Chef Says to Banish from Your Kitchen Counters
LIving
It’s taking up space and ruining your tools.
Sarah Magnuson
Apr 17, 2023
A 600-Square-Foot, $1950-a-Month NJ Rental Feels Much Larger than It Is
Tours
"We wanted everything to feel super fun and happy to look at," Victoria Buckley says of the home she shares with her partner and dog. "We both try to be really positive and I think our home helps a lot with that! When we’re relaxing at home or even working during the day, the whole atmosphere feels very positive and motivating."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 17, 2023
4 Questions Home Stagers Are Tired of Hearing from Buyers
Real Estate
They wish you wouldn’t ask them while house-hunting.
Lauren Wellbank
Apr 17, 2023
B&A: A 1930s Kitchen Gets an Easy “In-the-Meantime” Refresh for $200
Home Projects
“The budget for this kitchen refresh was really to spend as little as possible,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 16, 2023
Martha Stewart Has the Most Impressive Jadeite Collection
Here’s how to start your own.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 16, 2023
This Is How You Can Organize Your Home Without Plastic
Organize & Clean
According to a pro organizer.
Zoe Pickburn
Apr 16, 2023
These Are the Most Pet-Friendly Cities in the U.S.
News
The pros at Forbes Advisor did a little digging to find out which U.S. cities are currently the most pet-friendly.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 16, 2023
3 Paint Colors You'll Want to Use on the Outside of Your House This Season
REAL ESTATE
Your next canvas is your home’s exterior, according to real estate experts.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Apr 16, 2023
This TikToker Turned a Thrifted Aquarium into an Impressive Candle Centerpiece
News
Next time you’re at the thrift store, check the miscellaneous shelf for an old aquarium.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 16, 2023
Before and After: An Underused Dining Room Becomes a Designer’s Chic Home Office
Style
Featuring an IKEA sofa, Urban Outfitters furniture, and plenty of stunning vintage pieces.
Danielle Blundell
Apr 16, 2023
Tropicalcore Blends Maximalism and Vacation Vibes
According to an interior designer.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 16, 2023
See How a Stager Turned a Basic Gray Living Room into a Cheery Hangout
REAL ESTATE
It went from builder-grade to family-friendly.
Kristen Finello
Apr 16, 2023
3 Questions Hiring Managers Wish You Wouldn’t Ask at Job Interviews
Living
And when to ask them instead.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Apr 16, 2023
The Best Way to Clean a Greasy Grill Basket
Organize & Clean
It was seriously impressive.
Danielle Centoni
Apr 15, 2023
B&A: $330 and a Lucky Find Later, a Once-Filthy Balcony Looks Brand New
Home Projects
“This is the first time I'm living in an apartment with a balcony, so that was very exciting,” this renter says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 15, 2023
6 Living Room No-Nos That Instantly Date Your Home
Style
According to designers.
Caroline Mullen
Apr 15, 2023
How to Remove Grease Buildup on Wood Kitchen Cabinets
Organize & Clean
Say goodbye to years of greasy buildup on your cabinets.
Ashley Abramson
Apr 15, 2023
Don’t Throw Out Your Bubble Wrap — Here’s What You Can Do with It
REAL ESTATE
Just finished moving? You can reuse that clear cushion a few different ways.
Carla Delgado
Apr 15, 2023
12 Personalized Etsy Mother’s Day Gifts That Are as Special as She Is
Shopping
From jewelry to home decor to kitchen tools.
Celia Shatzman
Apr 15, 2023
B&A: This $630 Bathroom Redo Has the Coolest Trim We’ve Ever Seen
Home Projects
“It was as boring as a room could possibly be,” this homeowner says of the “before.” The “after” is the complete opposite.
Sarah Everett
Apr 14, 2023
The 10 Best Car Organizers That’ll Keep Your Vehicle Clutter Free During Road-Trip Season
Your home isn't the only thing that needs to be organized.
Alyssa Longobucco
Apr 14, 2023
I’ve Been a Back Sleeper My Whole Life, and I Finally Found My Goldilocks Pillow
Snag it while it’s on sale! 
Ian Burke
Apr 14, 2023
10 Easy Organizing Upgrades to Get Your Patio Ready for Spring
Dress up your outdoor space for spring and the summer ahead.
Britt Franklin
Apr 14, 2023
This $11 Amazon Find Helps Prevent One of the Most Irritating Kitchen Messes from Ever Happening Again
No kitchen should be without one.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Apr 14, 2023
10 Oven-Cleaning Tools That Our Editors Swear By
If cleaning your oven seems like an insurmountable task, please know that it’s actually totally doable. Even if the inside and outside of your oven is coated in years of baked-on grease and food gunk, there are cleaners that will cut through even the most stubborn messes — and they’ll do it in a matter of minutes. You’ll still have to put in a little elbow grease, but when you’re done, your kitchen’s centerpiece appliance will look practically brand new.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Apr 14, 2023
You Should Meet with a Mortgage Lender Now — Even If You’re Not Ready to Buy a House
Real Estate
Experts say to do it as soon as possible.
Sarah Kuta
Apr 14, 2023
Tries, Buys, and DIYs: 5 Things Apartment Therapy Editors Are Loving This Week
Style
From our editors' radars straight to your own home.
Blair Donovan
Apr 14, 2023
A Charming “Up” LEGO Set Has Arrived at Costco
News
And it’s on sale.
Abby Monteil
Apr 14, 2023
This Tiny, Quiet Gadget Is the Solution to All Your Pesky Fruit Fly and Mosquito Problems — and It’s on Sale
Best of all: It works discreetly.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Apr 14, 2023
7 Ways to Incorporate the Scalloped Trend into Your Space
Style
There’s a new curvy silhouette in town.
Chelsea Angelos
Apr 14, 2023
Target Is Selling Adorable $3 Glass Cactus Vases
News
Check your store’s Bullseye’s Playground section.
Abby Monteil
Apr 14, 2023
Before and After: A Poorly Laid Out Apartment's Colorful, Clever Reno Is Amazing
"As soon as my husband and I got the keys, we began the hard work," begins Justine Guillermou, the founder of Rainbow Shaker, who specializes in "playful, offbeat," and "anti-gloom" designs. "We did everything ourselves from A to Z, except for the plumbing and electricity."
Adrienne Breaux
Apr 14, 2023
Here’s Why You Should Have Adult Sleepovers with Your Friends
News
It’s an excuse to wear your pajamas while enjoying time with your besties.
Noella Williams
Apr 14, 2023
TikTok Wonders What This House’s “Cave Room” Is For
News
It’s the space just off the living room on the main level that is throwing people on TikTok for a loop.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 14, 2023
This TikToker Found a Brilliant Way to Tackle Her Cord Clutter Problem
Organize & Clean
And I had to try it for myself!
Marlen Komar
Apr 14, 2023
This U.K. Home's Living Room Features a Piano, Trees, and Charm
House Call
Elielle describes their home's style as "botanical, airy, eclectic, relaxed, traditional."
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Apr 14, 2023
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Here’s a Practical, Affordable Way to Incorporate the Fresh New Trend in Neutrals — And Upgrade Your Hydration Routine
If there’s a word that’s dominating our decor these days, it’s calm. With all the tumult of the past few years, you don’t need to be a minimalist to appreciate a more serene aesthetic, from softer lighting to more sumptuous fabrics. These design elements are like little sighs, making your space more comforting no matter what’s going on outside.
Courtney Balestier
Apr 14, 2023
11 Low Bunk Beds Perfect for Toddlers Making the Transition to Big Kid Beds
These picks all have a bottom bunk low to the ground, for easy climbing in and out of bed.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Apr 14, 2023
B&A: A Money-Saving Paint Mural Adds Color and Whimsy to a Kid’s Room
Home Projects
“This makeover made me realize I’m way more into paint than power tools,” this DIYer says.
Sarah Everett
Apr 13, 2023
Ruggable’s New Basquiat Collab Will Turn Any Room into a Work of Art
They're perfect for art lovers.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Apr 13, 2023