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The Housekeeping Rules My Grandma Lives By (Even at 92!)

They make so much sense.

Sophie Hirsh

Sep 14, 2026

Glidden’s 2027 Color of the Year Signals a Major Design Comeback

2027 is shaping up to be a big year for this color family.

Danielle Blundell

Sep 14, 2026

I Never Wash My Towels Once a Week — Here’s Why

It’s so simple.

Keena Al-Wahaidi

Sep 14, 2026

You'd Never Know a DIY Bedroom Was Only $450 Once You See the Headboard

Staying in your old childhood bedroom doesn’t usually mean stylish or luxurious accommodations. For most of us, it tends to be a hodgepodge of dated bedding and mismatched decor — and for Amilia James (@rosedoorhome), it was no different.So after redoing her sister’s bedroom at her parents’ house earlier this year, Amilia decided to tackle her own, which her parents had converted into a guest room.

Lydia Mack

Sep 14, 2026

You Should Use “Outboxes” Every Time You Declutter

When it comes to decluttering your home, there are a few steps you have to take before you can actually get rid of anything. The first one is extremely important and requires you to set up three boxes — that’s it! It sounds simple, but it’ll lay the groundwork for a truly productive decluttering session. It’s also the first task of Apartment Therapy’s Decluttering Cure, a completely free 14-day program that’ll help you declutter your home (sign up now!).

Stephanie Nguyen

Sep 14, 2026

A Laundry Room Was an Eyesore Until IKEA Cabinets Gave It an Organized Redo

Sure, there’s a lot to be said for minimalist decor—but there are places where blank walls just don’t work. One of those is a laundry room. When Ten V (Delish & Decor) and her family moved into their home, for instance, the laundry room was pretty much empty.“When we moved in, we just quickly got a wall organizer to hang all the cleaning tools and a cheap shelf for detergents and fabric softener for our laundry room,” Ten says.

Megan Baker Detloff

Sep 13, 2026

A Dark and Dated Living Room Gets a Dramatic Designer Makeover

Simple styling tricks helped this designer restore beauty to this historic San Francisco home.

Emma Dangel

Sep 13, 2026

Walmart's New $25 Travertine-Look Lamp Looks Shockingly High-End

It’s a great way to bring this trend into any space.

Olivia Harvey

Sep 13, 2026

The New IKEA Storage Find That Makes Any Bathroom Look Like It Belongs in a Magazine

Good bathroom storage is a must — especially if you live in a small apartment like I do. When your priority is practicality, it sometimes feels like you have to compromise on aesthetics, which is exactly why I get so excited when I find home decor that delivers on storage and style while still being affordable. IKEA is definitely a reliable place to find such gems, and there’s a new towel rack in town that will give your bathroom an easy glow-up.

Cassidy Dawn Graves

Sep 13, 2026

Stop Using a Regular Alarm on Your Phone — Try This Nostalgic Alternative Instead

As hard as it is to believe, autumn is nearly here. It can be sad to see the summer go, but fall is a wonderful time of year and deserves to be celebrated. You can go apple picking, put a simmer pot on the stove, bake a pumpkin pie, or add an autumnal wreath to your front door. There’s another even simpler way to bring some festive, calming fall vibes to your daily routine, and it doesn’t require going on a trip or carving up a pumpkin.

Cassidy Dawn Graves

Sep 13, 2026

I’ve Never Seen a Kitchen Island Use Tile to Cleverly to Hide Clutter (Until Now!)

After thousands of kitchen tours, its the most unique (and genius!) DIY we've ever seen.

Adrienne Breaux

Sep 13, 2026

Coffee Filters, a Lantern, and a String Light Created an $8 Pendant That Looks Expensive

I’ll never look at coffee filters the same again.

Cullen Ormond

Sep 13, 2026

Leftover Paint Was the Secret to This $100 Bathroom Redo

Just because a bathroom is tiny doesn’t mean it has to feel cramped or uncomfortable. With some light colors and thoughtful décor, small really can be mighty.That was the approach Jasmin Robertson of Brick Dust Baby took when she decided to renovate the only bathroom in her new home.

Christianna Silva

Sep 13, 2026

We Tested (and Rated!) Every Bed Frame at West Elm — Here Are the Best Ones for Your Style and Space

Shopping

Which one is best for you?

Nikol Slatinska

Sep 12, 2026

Yes, Sofa Toppers Are a Thing — and They’re Genius

The living room textile you never knew you needed!

Danielle Blundell

Sep 12, 2026

A Dark Kitchen Got a Bright, Neutral Makeover — It’s Anything but Boring!

Even rooms with tall ceilings and large windows can feel dark if the color palette isn’t lending itself to an airy vibe. Pamela Stewart’s kitchen looked “dated, dark, and dreary” — despite the 9-foot ceilings and amazing views of the Arizona landscape. While the walls were white, the floors, cabinets, and countertops were all shades of brown, which made the space feel darker than it actually was.

LJ Smelker

Sep 12, 2026

So Long, Subway Tiles — Pixel Tile Mosaics Are Taking Over Social Feeds (See Why!)

I can’t wait to try this look in my own home.

Emma Dangel

Sep 12, 2026

This New IKEA Cabinet Gives Instant Antique Family Heirloom Vibes

It will make your space instantly more stylish, too.

Olivia Harvey

Sep 12, 2026

We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Wayfair

Starting at $340!

Alicia Kort

Sep 12, 2026

My Husband’s Quirky Dinner Habit Is Actually the Smartest Productivity Tool

Quirky marriage discovery alert: After years of being together, I noticed that my husband has a unique way of eating dinner. He always eats his veggies first, but not because he particularly enjoys them. It’s quite the opposite. To him, veggies are something to be endured in the name of good health rather than actually enjoyed. So when his meal hits the table, he immediately eats whatever vegetables are on his plate as quickly as possible.

Cheryl Fenton

Sep 12, 2026

6 Home Trends Designers Are Quietly Retiring (and You Should, Too!)

It’s time to say goodbye to these trends that once were all the rage.

Sarah Lyon

Sep 12, 2026

More People Need to Be Talking About How This $35 IKEA Find Completely Transforms Backyards

There are so many colors and textures to choose from!

Cullen Ormond

Sep 12, 2026

I Replaced My Bulky Shoe Rack with This Slim IKEA Cabinet (It Holds Up to 12 Pairs!)

Its design is so functional.

L. Daniela Alvarez

Sep 12, 2026

A Kitchen Got a Full Makeover with No Renovations — Just 3 Paint Colors

There’s no better test for determining whether you really love your home than suddenly having to spend all your time there. Rebecca Bishop started rethinking her decor when this exact scenario happened. Rebecca Bishop and her husband’s 109-year-old house had been updated several times over the years, with the last update coming to the kitchen in the 1990s. “We needed something new to look at,” Rebecca says.

Megan Baker Detloff

Sep 11, 2026

The 16 Best Places to Shop for Affordable Rugs

A rug has the power to completely transform a room. Here's where to buy them!

Arlyn Hernandez

Sep 10, 2026

I’m Taking Notes from This House on How to Achieve the “Soft Architecture” Look

If you want to make your home cozier, you’ve got to check this out.

Cullen Ormond

Sep 11, 2026

I Have a Leg Injury, and This Extendable Spin Scrubber Has Been a Lifesaver

It looks so sleek, too!

Morgan Pryor

Sep 11, 2026

This Tiny $9 Detail Makes Ordinary Door Hinges Look Like Jewelry

It’s likely the tiniest decor I’ll ever buy — but it makes a huge impact.

Olivia Harvey

Sep 11, 2026

10 Storage Solutions Everyone Needs in Their Kitchen

Even if you declutter your kitchen thoroughly, it’s important to implement systems to keep it organized, and that includes having designated spaces — and containers — for items to go in. Below, we gathered the very best storage solutions (as featured in Apartment Therapy’s 2026 Organization Awards!) for every spot of your kitchen — from the fridge to the cabinets to the pantry — so your tidy kitchen stays neat and organized.

Stephanie Nguyen

Sep 11, 2026

This Interactive Map Predicts Peak Fall Foliage in Your Area for 2026

I grew up in southern California, where the weather is fairly consistent, so when I moved to New York I basically stepped into a new world with four distinct seasons. Now I can easily travel an hour or two out of the city and go on a hike where I’m surrounded by lush trees in beautiful colors in the fall. But when the leaves change colors, they do it fast — so it helps to keep tabs on when your area’s trees will be looking their most autumnal.

Cassidy Dawn Graves

Sep 11, 2026

A Designer Fixed My Narrow Living Room — Now It Feels 3x Bigger

Honestly, some of the tips felt risky — until I saw them in action.

Heather Bien

Sep 11, 2026

7 Things Everyone Needs to Get Rid Of After 75

Here’s what my dad downsized after 30 years of living in his house.

Laura Wheatman Hill

Sep 11, 2026

4 Paint Colors Took This Kitchen from Blah to Anything But Boring

We love color. Love it! But sometimes moving into a new place means you’re working with colors you’re not wild about — like, say, the lime green and black tile in Lissi Walker’s kitchen in Leicestershire, UK.Although the size and layout of the kitchen were on point, the design wasn’t exactly Lissi’s taste. Aside from the checkered tile, the kitchen also had blah beige floors and orangey wood cabinets.

Megan Baker Detloff

Sep 11, 2026

11 Adorable Gifts from Etsy Every Obsessed Pet Parent Needs

From personalized water bowls to beaded treat pouches.

Katie Maguire

Sep 10, 2026

Her Neighbor Helped Make This Bathroom Feel Like Hers Again

There’s something so special about a neighbor-to-neighbor bond. Neighbors are like a nearby safety net — watering each other’s plants, checking in when the power goes out, or shoveling each other’s walkways in winter. Or, for Holly Saulie-Rohman, giving her neighbor Jackie a ride whenever she needs one. “We support each other in all the neighborly ways,” Holly shares. But the neighbors’ bond goes beyond helping with admin tasks.

LJ Smelker

Sep 10, 2026

These Delicate Aldi Glass Pumpkins Look So Expensive (but They're $20!)

It’s so beautiful, you’ll leave it out way beyond Thanksgiving.

Olivia Harvey

Sep 10, 2026

The Perfect Moving Tip I Learned from My 12 Moves in 20 Years

In the span of 20 years, I’ve moved 12 times, which has made me an accidental expert on the subject. But ironically, my best moving tip doesn’t have anything to do with packing glasses efficiently or anything like that. My most recent move this past June led me to the smartest trick I wish I’d discovered sooner: packing a bag as if I were going on a two-week vacation and keeping it on hand after my move.My June move was more complicated than past ones for a few reasons.

Mackenzie Schieck

Sep 10, 2026

A Forgotten Craftsman Guest Room Became the Most Useful Space in the House

House of Hackney wallpaper, built-ins, and vibrant paint — what’s not to love?

Sarah Lyon

Sep 10, 2026

She Filled This Brooklyn Brownstone With Art, Heirlooms, and Timeless Style

Original architectural details, meaningful collections, and richly layered rooms make this historic Brooklyn home feel as personal as it is beautiful.

Adrienne Breaux

Sep 10, 2026

IKEA Just Quietly Released a New Sleeper Version of This Best-Selling Sofa

The ever-stylish SÖDERHAMN is now finally available as a sleeper sofa, and I can’t wait to test it out.

Emma Dangel

Sep 10, 2026

I’ll Never Put My Paper Towel Holder on the Counter Again After Seeing This Hack

I use paper towels every day. They come in handy so often, I try to keep a roll practically in every room. However, I don’t always have a good place to keep them, which means paper towels tend to occupy more counter space in my house than they should. It doesn’t have to be this way. It turns out that I just need the power of vertical storage and $9 to keep my paper towels off the counters and free up the space for good.

Cassidy Dawn Graves

Sep 10, 2026

I Finally Found a TV That Works in My Too-Bright Living Room

I love a movie night at home, but I love a movie day even more — a Saturday or Sunday afternoon spent in my apartment, in front of my television, lazing the day away. Unfortunately, because my living room is one of the brightest rooms in my house (with three windows across two walls), movie days can be harder to pull off because of the glare of the sun on my television screen.

Lizzy Francis

Sep 10, 2026

I Put My Grandma’s Fridge Organizing Rule to the Test, and Now I’ll Always Use It

My fridge has never looked so clean.

Sophie Hirsh

Sep 10, 2026

This Kitchen Barely Functioned — 2 Budget DIYs Made It Actually Work

Sometimes a renovation isn’t a choice—it’s a total necessity. That was the case for DIYer Johanna Beach of At Home with Howie and her current Chicago rental kitchen, if you could even call it that.When she first moved in, the space (which is just inside the entrance of her apartment) had a fridge, a sink, a stove, and some sad, small shelving, but no counters and zero cabinets. “It was… not workable,” says Johanna.

Danielle Blundell

Oct 13, 2020

Stop Bleaching Your White Sheets — This All-Natural Trick Gets Them Whiter

I couldn't believe my eyes.

Shifrah Combiths

Sep 9, 2026

You’d Never Know This Color-Drenched Bedroom Used to Be a Living Room

It’s easy to look at a room and design it as it was intended: a kitchen as a kitchen, a bathroom as a bathroom, an office as an office. It’s a lot gutsier to look at a room and envision something else entirely — but that’s a risk that can bring lots of rewards.Conor McFarland saw potential in the living room of this 1880s house to be something more.

Megan Baker Detloff

Sep 9, 2026

11 Vintage-Inspired Finds from T.J. Maxx, Starting at $12

Get ready for compliments.

Megan Gray

Sep 9, 2026

This $17 Art Deco-Inspired Find Instantly Organized My Bathroom (It’s on Sale!)

It’s so pretty.

Megan Gray

Sep 9, 2026