Cozy living room with a tan sofa, colorful pillows, plants, bookshelves, and a gallery wall under exposed wooden beams.
Tries, Buys, and DIYs: 7 Things Apartment Therapy Editors Are Loving This Week
From our editors' radars straight to your own home.
Apr 7, 2023
Costco’s Folding Wagons Are Back in Stock
They’re workhorses, even on sand.
Apr 7, 2023
This TikToker DIYed a Stylish Wooden Frame That’s Customizable
You can size it to fit any print or poster.
Apr 7, 2023
This Tiny Renovated Malibu Cottage Is a Love Letter to Wood Paneling
House Tour
Amy and Jason sacrificed space so they could afford to buy something close to surfing and hiking trails. They did a gut reno on this 600-square-foot cottage, cladding it in warm wood from the ceiling to the walls and adding storage everywhere they could — under the couch, wall-to-wall cabinets in the tiny bedroom, and even vertical surfboard racks along the retaining wall outside." 
Apr 7, 2023
Trader Joe’s Just Dropped a Brand New Candle That Has Shoppers Divided
News
Some say the scent is heavenly, while others liken it to plain old “yuck.”
Apr 7, 2023
This $50 TikTok Hack Is the Secret to Making Furniture Look Way More High-End
Style
Turn dated or plain thrifted pieces into treasures.
Apr 7, 2023
Jeremiah Brent’s Studio Kitchen Proves Hardware Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought
It can, in fact, be the star.

Apr 7, 2023
The Under-$10 Kitchen Tool My Mom Swears by to Tackle Hard Messes
Organize & Clean
It makes for a great gift, too.
Apr 7, 2023
I Couldn’t Decide What Color to Paint My House — So a Color Concierge Helped Me
Real Estate
Here’s what I didn’t realize about exterior paint jobs.
Apr 7, 2023
This Condo's Ornate Fireplace and Chunky Moldings Are a Must-See
Dana and Andy first fell in love with this condo's vintage charm, and have appreciated all the work they did to make the space a comfortable home for their family, which now includes a young son. "Our condo has been a wonderful, cozy refuge," Dana writes.
Apr 7, 2023
The Everyday Item That's Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat, According to One Study
Organize & Clean
It’s a shocking discovery.
Apr 7, 2023
13 Stylish Bookshelves to Encourage Your Little One’s Love of Reading
Each pick is both functional and cute!
Apr 7, 2023
The Best Home Finds to Buy from West Elm, According to Our Editors
Shop sofas, floor lamps, glassware, and more!
Apr 7, 2023
Reasons to Go Rugless (And Proof Your Room Could Be Better For It)
Considering bare floors? Think every room NEEDS a rug? Here's inspiration for leaving the ground unadorned!
Apr 7, 2023
6 Things to Paint Black Today
There’s a reason black is a classic: it’s dark, it’s beautiful, it matches with almost everything. And it’s a great way to add a little contrast, drama and depth to an interior that needs a little extra pizazz. Here are six weekend painting projects that will add a little bit of black — and a whole lot of style — to your home.
Apr 7, 2023
This Sleek, Stackable Organizer Is Such a Game Changer, I Have Two of Them (It’s Only $20!)
It's easily one of my favorite organization finds for my home, period.
Apr 6, 2023
B&A: Peel-and-Stick Products Turn a Bland Fireplace into a Colorful Focal Point
Home Projects
Wallpaper, tile, and a new mantel take this fireplace from a blank slate to a bespoke and character-filled feature.
Apr 6, 2023
This $13, Super Absorbent, Fast-Drying Bath Mat Makes My Bathroom Feel Like a Luxe Spa
It's one of my all-time favorite Amazon purchases.
Apr 6, 2023
Refresh Your Bedding for Spring Without Breaking the Bank During Macy’s Sale
We found a luxurious down comforter for 50 percent off!
Apr 6, 2023
12 Twin Over Full Bunk Beds Every Kid (And Parent!) Will Love
And yes, some of these have storage, too!
Apr 6, 2023
10 Drill-free Organizers That’ll Conquer the Clutter in Your Closet
The cheapest one is only $10!
Apr 6, 2023
This Stunning New Mexico Home Comes with the Conversation Pit of Your Dreams
REAL ESTATE
Plus, wood-burning fireplaces, massive windows, and cool concrete floors galore.
Apr 6, 2023
Trader Joe’s Is Selling an Easter Basket Full of Succulents
Trader Joe’s has adult-ified the traditional Easter basket and turned it into something that won’t give you a stomachache.
Apr 6, 2023
This Unique, Budget-Friendly Idea Is Perfect for Any Extra Tiles You Have
Style
Your leftover tile can work in just about every single room in your home.
Apr 6, 2023
This Under-$20 Amazon Find Prevents Stuff from Getting Lost Under the Couch
News
It’s the perfect hack for anyone with kids, pets, a Roomba, a lower-back problem, or all of the above.
Apr 6, 2023
Owners Figured Out the Perfect Blend of Fun and Function in This Small Condo
House Tour
After Shelby toured this 700-square-foot Chicago condo, she loved it so much she wrote the previous owner a handwritten letter. “I was like, ‘I’m ... begging you to let me live here.’” The letter worked. Now she and Collin reside in their small-but-mighty space, curating a sort of maximalist museum dedicated to the relationships that keep them afloat.
Apr 6, 2023
“Color Drenching” Is the Internet’s New Favorite Maximalist Home Trend
“You picked a fun wall color. Why not paint the door?”
Apr 6, 2023
I Live in a Tornado-Prone Region — Here’s How I Prepare My Emergency Kit
Organize & Clean
I spoke to an expert and researched everything I need to know in preparation for any disasters.
Apr 6, 2023
Nate Berkus Shows the Smart Place He Uses Spinning Organizers
News
“I live for an organized kitchen and literally can’t sleep if I know things are a mess.”
Apr 6, 2023
The Two Trader Joe’s Skincare Products an Aesthetician Highly Recommends
Living
They’re both under $10.
Apr 6, 2023
A "Slightly" Eclectic Singapore Home Is Cozy Without Being "Overly Decorated"
"Every piece on the wall contains a memory of either a place, a time, or an experience we don't want to forget," says Serene, of the apartment she shares with her husband, Jude, and daughter, Sophie.
Apr 6, 2023
B&A: This Small Pantry Is All Cleaned Up with a Simple-yet-Effective Update
Organize & Clean
It took some decluttering, decanting, and organizing to whip up this nice and neat pantry.
Apr 6, 2023
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How Would You Spend $1,000,000 on Your Dream Home? Here’s What 4 Apartment Therapy Staffers Would Do.
We’ve all gotten heart-eyes-emoji for an expensive real estate listing. Maybe it features your dream gourmet kitchen, city view, or poolside cabana. (Or hey, all three!) It’s way out of your price range — like, way out — but you mentally save it to your “If I win the lottery” folder. Well, it’s time to find those dreams a home for real.
Apr 6, 2023
7 Laundry Hampers That Make the Most of Your Small Space
Because every little thing needs to be multi-functional.
Apr 6, 2023
8 Hanging Planters That Will Make You and Your Plants Happy
Shopping
So you can hang with your plant babies all day.
Apr 6, 2023
Here’s Why Your Living Room’s Best Accent Chair Belongs in Your Bedroom
Make this decorating move. You won't be sorry!
Apr 6, 2023
35 of the Best Fire Pit Ideas We’ve Ever Seen
STYLE
Want to spruce up your outdoor space? Here's how a fire pit can make your backyard glow.
Apr 6, 2023
19 Apartment Patio Ideas for Making Small Space Outdoor Living Possible
Summer is right around the corner, and that means it’s time to fire up the grill and mix the mojitos! There’s no better way to spend time with friends and family than the great outdoors when the weather’s warm, so that means it’s time to spruce up your al fresco space! If you’re in need of apartment patio ideas, we’ve got you covered.
Apr 6, 2023
15 Stylish DIY Loft Bed Ideas of All Sizes to Help You Max Out Your Small Space
Lofting your bed is one of our favorite design ideas for a small bedroom or even a studio apartment. Doing so reduces the amount of space your bed takes up, provides additional living or working space underneath the bed, and introduces lots of storage (in some cases). Lofting a bed could mean finally getting that chic home office setup you’ve been dreaming of or adding a sleeper sofa for weekend guests.
Apr 6, 2023
These Patio Garden Ideas Will Make You Want to Spend All Your Time Outdoors
Create your own oasis in the tiniest of spaces.
Apr 6, 2023
B&A: This $6,000 Bathroom Redo Blends High-End Details and Budget-Friendly DIYs
Home Projects
This bathroom is a colorful, eclectic mix of high-end pieces and secondhand upcycles.
Apr 5, 2023
I Don’t Love Swedish Dish Cloths, But These Super Chic Kitchen Towels Are the Next Best Thing
I took a chance on these towels and it was better than expected!
Apr 5, 2023
I’m a Style Editor, and These Are My Favorite Arhaus Finds Under $100
One of my go-to “budget” shopping tricks, especially if I’m in a decorating rut? Browsing higher-end home brands — which might typically fall out of my furniture price range — specifically for home decor. Sure, pieces still might skew a little costly comparatively, but even investing in something as small as a new pillow or vase can make my entire space feel gloriously new.
Apr 5, 2023
This $0 TikTok Painter’s Tape Hack Is the Secret to Crisp, Clean Lines
Style
Say goodbye to paint bleeding and peeling with this simple trick.
Apr 5, 2023
Here’s What a $1,110-per-Month Manhattan Micro Apartment Looks Like
News
It’s quite cramped, but, hey, what matters is location, location, location.
Apr 5, 2023