The Latest: 2023

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I Created a "Budget" for My Schedule and I've Never Felt Less Stressed

It's made me more productive, less overwhelmed, and made the quality time I spend with family even better.

Shifrah Combiths

Mar 15, 2023

Finance TikTokers Claim One Easy Move Will Cut Your Mortgage in Half

But here's what experts say.

Heather Bien

Mar 15, 2023

This Budget Makeover Will Inspire You to Pretty Up a Spare Closet with Paint

Style

Here’s how to go from blah to beautiful with mostly leftover supplies and a hit of bold color.

Laura Fenton

Mar 15, 2023

Yankee Candle’s 2023 Scent of the Year Embodies Optimism

It brings the wonder.

Tara Bellucci

Mar 15, 2023

These Luxe, Best List-Winning Bath Towels Absorb Water Like a Sponge and They’re on Sale for Just $15

They get softer with each wash.

Britt Franklin

Mar 15, 2023

Cleaning Showdown: We Tried 5 Methods for Cleaning Ceramic Casserole Dishes

Organize & Clean

And the winner is ridiculously effective.

Erica Finamore

Mar 15, 2023

This “Haunted” House For Sale Comes Complete With A Secret Coffin Doorway

You may have to sweep up a few cobwebs and scrub fake blood off the kitchen cabinets.

Olivia Harvey

Mar 15, 2023

This Home's an Enviable Mix of Accents Like Gilt Mirrors and Crystal Chandeliers

Julia Arceri says she has a gilt mirror or a crystal chandelier in every room in her house — sometimes both. “They just add such an elegance and grandeur, and they are timeless,” she writes.

Sarah Lyon

Mar 15, 2023

Backyards Are the Top Home-Selling Feature in 2023, According to Zillow

Sprucing up your outdoor space could pay off big-time.

Abby Monteil

Mar 15, 2023

What to Do If You Over-Wax Your Floors

According to a cleaning pro.

Ashley Abramson

Mar 15, 2023

Here’s What an IKEA x Patagonia Collab Would Look Like, According to AI Software

News

The imaginary collection looks shockingly real.

Abby Monteil

Mar 15, 2023

This $28 Desktop Cord Wrangler Solves My Most Frustrating Technology Problem

Style

Plus, it’s just about as chic as any cord management solution can be.

Abigail J. Fallon

Mar 15, 2023

3 Telltale Signs the House You're Buying Has Hard Water Issues

You don't even have to take a test shower at the open house.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Mar 15, 2023

A Small Virginia Condo Is Bright, Comfortable, and Functional

"As a first-time homeowner I was excited to make my mark in a way that I was never able to do when renting. I love the simplicity and brightness of Scandinavian design, but also bright colors and pop art," writes Jen.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Mar 15, 2023

B&A: A 20-Year-Old Kitchen Gets a Room-Brightening Redo and a Bold Paint Color

HOME PROJECTS

The makeover mixes high and low to create a unique space that doesn't break the bank, the homeowner says.

Sarah Everett

Mar 14, 2023

I Tried My Grandmother’s Technique for Cleaning Stainless Steel & I’m Never Using Anything Else

You’re left with a lovely sheen — and you won’t have to buy any extra cleaning products! It’s a win-win.

Marlen Komar

Mar 14, 2023

Never Pay Excess Baggage Fees Again, Thanks to This $12 Travel Tool

It easily saves you hundreds of dollars.

Nic Dobija-Nootens

Mar 14, 2023

Before and After: A Non-Working Fireplace Goes from Bland to Glam in Under $200

Home Projects

A can of paint and a little wallpaper went a long way to elevate the boring fireplace in our newly flipped home.

Charli Penn

Mar 14, 2023

This Hidden Feature Was the Best $100 I Spent for My Kitchen's Gut Reno

This cabinet upgrade took some patience and DIY know-how to install, but the results have been worth it.

Dana McMahan

Mar 14, 2023

Our Founder Has a Secret Way to Make Your IKEA Sofa Look Like a Million Bucks

STYLE

We here at Apartment Therapy love an IKEA sofa. Whether it’s the Karlstad, Stockholm, or any of the brand’s other models, we’ve long said it’s one of the best investments you can make for a bargain. They’re built to last a surprisingly long time; they have a modern silhouette that’s at once distinctive and able to blend into most styles; they’re comfortable; and — best of all — they’re affordable.

Matt Gurry

Mar 14, 2023

This Is the Simplest, Designer-Approved Trick for Picking a Color Palette

Try it, and you won't be disappointed!

Danielle Blundell

Mar 14, 2023

If You're Feeling Unproductive, It Might Be Because of "Trauma Drive"

Here's why that's actually a good thing.

Ashley Broadwater

Mar 14, 2023

Erin and Ben Napier’s Recent “Home Town” Makeover Included This Cool Faux Fireplace

There are lots of ways to make a faux fireplace look more interesting, but Erin and Ben may have just found the coolest one possible.

Olivia Harvey

Mar 14, 2023

The Zesty Costco Seasoning Blend That Makes Every Meal Taste So Much Better

You can order it online, too.

Carlos Matias

Mar 14, 2023

3 Things to Splurge on If You’re Selling Your Home — And 2 to Skip

You’re going to want to save your money on new hardwoods and invest it elsewhere.

Lauren Wellbank

Mar 14, 2023

Nate Berkus Tried The Viral “Sushi Roll” Method of Putting a Duvet Cover On — Here’s What He Thinks

Maybe putting the duvet cover back on the duvet doesn’t have to be your least-favorite chore, after all!

Olivia Harvey

Mar 14, 2023

6 Bathroom Organizing Finds from IKEA for Under $28

Organize & Clean

They’ll get your bathroom so organized.

Jennifer Billock

Mar 14, 2023

The $12 Double-Duty Kitchen Gadget That Keeps My Sink So Much Tidier

Shopping

It's so easy to use!

Ian Burke

Mar 14, 2023

This Colorful Chicago Condo Mixes Playful Colors and Patterns

Tours

The incredible custom wallpaper in this colorful Chicago condo was designed before the owner ever moved in.

Adrienne Breaux

Mar 14, 2023

This TikToker Used Glue To Frost Her Windows – Yes, Really

Remember making those glue bookmarks using your pencil case? Yeah, it’s the exact same idea.

Olivia Harvey

Mar 14, 2023

The $10 Organizer That Transforms Unused Storage Space in the Most Ingenious Way

It's perfect for small and easy-to-lose ingredients.

Nic Dobija-Nootens

Mar 14, 2023

7 Little Luxuries Under $50 You’d Never Guess Were from IKEA

Style

From luxe-for-less trays to budget-friendly (but still beautiful!) drinking glasses.

Blair Donovan

Mar 14, 2023

Peek Inside Solange Knowles’ Art Deco-Inspired LA Loft for Sale

The Los Angeles loft is a creative's dream residence.

Noella Williams

Mar 14, 2023

4 Mistakes You Never Want to Make While Painting a Ceiling

According to a real estate pro.

Megan Johnson

Mar 14, 2023

A Small Abandoned Cabin Is Like a Modern-Day Snow White's Cottage After a Reno

Danielle and her family searched Facebook Marketplace for almost all of the furniture for their small cabin, including a full dining set for only $100! "We also upcycled all of our lighting. We kept most of the lighting original to the cottage and just painted and rewired it," she explains.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Mar 14, 2023

This TikToker Found an Ingenious Way to Preserve Old Birthday Cards

Living

I’m livid I didn’t think of it earlier.

Madeline Bilis

Mar 14, 2023

This Pro Organizer Uses the “S4 Method” to Transform a Crowded Pantry

Organize & Clean

See how this transformation unfolds.

Shifrah Combiths

Mar 14, 2023

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This DIY Queen Shows Us How a Smart Home Can Be a Stylish One in Her Atlanta Townhouse

Name: Camille, husband Jack, and son EastonLocation: AtlantaSize: 2,250 square feetType of home: TownhomeYears lived in: 1.5 years (owned)Camille Dobbins-Jackson’s very first DIY didn’t just change her home — it changed her whole career. She wanted to create a show-stopping foyer in the airy Atlanta townhome she shares with her husband and son: complete with new moulding, elegant lighting, and a museum-style gallery of family portraits.

Courtney Balestier

Mar 14, 2023

26 Mother’s Day Gifts to Spoil the Woman Who’d Never Do It Herself

Only the best for the best.

Sarah M. Vazquez

Mar 14, 2023

B&A: A Luxe Powder Room Redo Proves Neutrals Don't Have to Be Boring

HOME PROJECTS

The bathroom, in its early stages, was "a bland space overall," this homeowner says. See how she added character while still keeping things neutral.

Sarah Everett

Mar 13, 2023

I Bought These $32 Editor-Favorite Closet Organizers and They Stopped My Clothing Avalanches for Good

Shopping

It made it so easy for me to actually find things in my closet.

Alicia Kort

Mar 13, 2023

The Buttery-Soft Duvet We Love to Use All Year Round Is 20% Off Now

It's both cooling and cozy.

Nic Dobija-Nootens

Mar 13, 2023

These Luxe Lamps Are My (and Nate Berkus') Decorating Secret Weapon

Style

And they can be yours, too.

Laura Fenton

Mar 13, 2023

This Is a Simple, Budget-Friendly Substitution for Fancy Shoe Storage in an Entryway

. If you're looking for a truly simple way to have your shoes easily accessible in your entryway — without a built-in or spending more than $50 — it's possible, and you can thank Hilton Carter, Apartment Therapy's resident Plant Therapist, for the inspiration.

Savannah West

Mar 13, 2023

What Are Dust Corners?

News

Here's how the antique fixture can make your cleaning routine go faster.

Olivia Harvey

Mar 13, 2023

The Simple, Low-Waste Kitchen Swap That Makes Me Feel So Fancy

I always thought I had to have a formal dining room to have this.

Sarah Magnuson

Mar 13, 2023

This TikToker “Vinyl Wrapped” Her Oak Cabinets, and It Looks So Sleek

Perfect for rentals and ideal for those who can’t commit fully to a kitchen reno.

Olivia Harvey

Mar 13, 2023

This TikToker Spent $20k on a Rent-Stabilized Apartment, and Says It's Worth It

Tours

Brigette Muller, known as @hummusbirrd on IG and TikTok, may only rent her 560-square-foot NYC apartment, but she’s invested in her own happiness by designing and renovating it to fit her style.

Erin Derby

Mar 13, 2023