This “Unusable” Backyard Makeover Was “Like Gaining a New Room”
Sometimes, outdoor space ends up being wasted space for much longer than planned. After years of a mostly unusable backyard, Jen Rothbury of @cracktheshutters wanted to create an outdoor space that her family could enjoy year-round.For her, that meant getting rid of an old trampoline and getting a hot tub instead. “The hot tub means that we can make the most of our garden even when it’s cold,” Jen says.
Sep 29, 2026
We Tested (and Rated!) Every Sofa at Anthropologie
There’s nothing ordinary about these couches.
Sep 28, 2026
Here Are the Best Sofas at Raymour & Flanigan for Every Space and Need (All Tested by Editors!)
If you can't go in person, we've got you covered.
Sep 28, 2026
9 of Our Favorite Standing Desks You Can Buy Now
Amp up your productivity levels.
Sep 28, 2026
Their Dining Room Furniture Looked Dated Until 1 DIY Changed the Whole Room
If you ever have the lingering feeling that your space looks good, but not great, turn your attention to the walls. Often, they just need a bit more oomph.Giving the walls a dose of texture with moulding or coating them with rich, moody paint color is a surefire way to make an entire space look more sophisticated and meant-to-be.This dining room is a great example.
Sep 28, 2026
This Home Is a Modern-Folklore Mash-Up of Paint and 30 Years of Collecting
In this 800-square-foot historic apartment, saturated paint, vintage finds, contemporary touches, and three decades of art collecting come together in a space that feels collected, cozy, and completely personal.
Sep 28, 2026
Mahjong-Curious? We Rounded Up the 6 Prettiest Sets to Get You Started
Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve been playing for years — get clacking.
Sep 28, 2026
The “15-Inch” Rule Designers Swear By for a Perfectly Made Bed
Once you see how it works, you’ll never skip it again.
Sep 28, 2026
This Leopard Print Towel Set Adds Personality to My Boring Bathroom
One thing about me? If it comes in leopard print, I’m going to buy it. It’s probably a reaction to my mom being so against animal print when I was a kid, but nonetheless, the Y2K trend has infiltrated every part of my home: Crocs, purses, coats, pillows, dresses, you name it. Some are even calling it the “new neutral,” and I’m totally on board with it.
Sep 28, 2026
The Biggest Travel Trend in 2026 Brings You Back to the Golden Age
It feels like everywhere I turn these days, I’m seeing people all over tap into nostalgia. Whether it’s building physical media libraries or re-creating a landline in the kitchen, people are finding ways to bring past trends back into their lives. And this phenomenon is not just relegated to how they live at home — at least not according to this new research.
Sep 28, 2026
I Put a Dollar Tree Pill Organizer on My Fridge, and It’s a Game-Changer
As someone who takes vitamins and prescription medications daily, I’m always trying to figure out the best hack for fitting them into my routine. A few weeks ago, I was on a streak — I would place the pill bottles out on my counter at night to take in the morning before heading to the gym. But on some days, I’m so bleary-eyed pre-coffee, I couldn’t remember if I took them or not. I would also forget to leave the bottles out at the end of an especially hectic day.
Sep 28, 2026
West Elm’s New Lone Fox Collection Is a Cottage Fairy Tale Come to Life
They had me at tapestry textiles.
Sep 28, 2026
This Dining Room Feels Like a Painting Thanks to a Vintage-Inspired Redo
Some home design trends are destined to become classics that never go out of style (think: Shaker-style kitchen cabinets, hex floor tiles, and picture frame molding). But others are definitely more short-lived (remember spray foam decor?).The dark red wallpaper in this 1980s dining room definitely fell into the latter category. Homeowner Alexis Moore (@alexisnicolemakes) says the space hadn’t been updated since it was built, and the overall effect was drab.
Sep 28, 2026
The Best Editor-Tested Sleeper Sofas You Can Buy Right Now
Keep your guests comfy without sacrificing style.
Sep 27, 2026
The 9 Best Coastal-Style Sofas at West Elm, According to Our Editors
If you want lots of lounging space and little structure, you'll love these picks.
Sep 27, 2026
She Painted Her Bedroom an Unexpected Color — It Created the Coziest Space
You might not always be allowed to paint the walls of a rental apartment, but if you are, it can make a huge difference in how the whole space looks. Plus, adding a just-for-you color to the walls can make your place truly feel like home.Take it from renter Juliana, who has a 600-square-foot one-bedroom in San Francisco that was filled with white walls when she moved in.
Sep 27, 2026
These Sleeper Loveseats Are a Dream Come True for Small-Space Dwellers
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They're the ultimate two-in-one solutions.
Sep 27, 2026
We Tested (and Rated!) Every Article Sofa — Here Are the Best Ones for Every Need
We visited the brand's only flagship store.
Sep 27, 2026
The Best DIY Closet Systems You Can Buy Right Now
These off-the-shelf products can really make a difference in your home.
Sep 27, 2026
A Designer Transformed a Blank Room into a Barbie-Inspired Home Office
It’s so sophisticated (and for LEGO building, too!).
Sep 27, 2026
This New $10 IKEA Sofa Table Is the Only Thing Your Small Living Room Is Missing
This new iteration on an IKEA classic is totally ingenious.
Sep 27, 2026
This Unusual Seating Arrangement Created Two Separate Rooms in One
Different rugs helped further separate the spaces.
Sep 27, 2026
Forget Wreaths — This Vintage-Inspired Trend Is Perfect for Front Doors
You can re-create the look for just $9.
Sep 27, 2026
A Blank Dining Room Got a Bold Red, Blue, and Green Makeover
Green is a great color to use in interior design because it’s so versatile. Muted sages make for calming sleep spaces, and bold or dark greens can create statement-making bookcases.Brandi Katherine Herrera (@alivelymanner) went with bright green in her Omaha cottage’s dining room makeover. But the space when she bought it had a “palette of gray and white builder-grade finishes.
Sep 27, 2026
How to Donate (or Sell) Your Old Stuff After Decluttering
When you’re done decluttering your home, you’re not only left with a much more organized space, but also a bunch of stuff that needs to go or find a new place to live. Whether that’s trash or items to donate, giveaway, or sell, here’s how you’re going to deal with everything you’ve just decluttered. Below, find out how to donate, sell, or give away decluttered items.
Sep 27, 2026
They Drenched a Dining Room in Deep Blue — Now It’s Moody and Vintage
For an interior designer, there’s nothing like having a blank slate to design and a client who puts their full faith in your process. Sandy Baisley and Natasia Smith, co-owners and principal designers of Re-Find, had found that exact dream scenario with Julie. “Our client was moving into this home with no previous items for a fresh start,” Sandy shares.
Sep 26, 2026
The New “It” Lamp Is Like a Work of Art for Your Home
Form meets function in these striking pieces.
Sep 26, 2026
She Shared Her Mom’s Best Room-Freshening Trick, and Now I’m Copying Her
It seems that the older I get, the more I dislike air fresheners. It’s nothing personal — it’s just that the vast majority of them are too strong, too artificial, and tend to leave me with a headache.But of course, I want the spaces I’m in to smell nice and eliminate odors, and I think I’ve just learned about the easiest and most pleasant way to make that happen: using a bar of soap in every room.
Sep 26, 2026
We Tested (and Rated!) Every Sleeper Sofa at Joybird
Including the cutest twin-size sleeper we’ve ever seen.
Sep 26, 2026
The Nostalgic '90s Room Designers Say Is Making a Comeback
Design pros say more and more clients are requesting this in their homes — and we totally see why.
Sep 26, 2026
This Is By Far the Most Interesting Take on a Canopy Bed — I Kind of Love It
Jude Morgan feels so lucky to have special items from her mom (and grandma!) in her home.
Sep 26, 2026
8 Decluttering Secrets from People with Always-Organized Homes
These tips work for every space.
Sep 26, 2026
Everyone Should Be Using the “Box and Banish” Decluttering Method
There usually comes a point in the decluttering process when you can’t decide if you really want to get rid of or keep a certain item. If you’ve ever faced this dilemma, there’s a brilliant strategy that can help you make a decision.Enter: the “box and banish” method. Here’s how it works.The “box and banish” method is a decluttering strategy where you fill up an empty box with items you’re unsure about keeping or letting go.
Sep 26, 2026
A Bright White Bedroom Is Now a Green Cocoon “Inspired by the Forest”
When it comes to choosing a dark paint color, DIYer Danie Berger (@diyinprogress_) says, “Transitioning a space from bright and airy to dark and dramatic can feel intimidating.”But she says it can be rewarding, design-wise; the key is “layering tones within the same family so the space [feels] cohesive rather than chaotic.
Sep 25, 2026
A Structural Beam Was an Eyesore in This Bedroom — She Added Paneling to Disguise It
Color-drenching the room gave it a “warm, cocooning feel.”
Sep 25, 2026
Everyone Is Shocked By My Epic (and Free!) Secondhand Find
Everyone always asks me about this one item.
Sep 25, 2026
8 Floral Sofas That Prove the “Grandma” Decor Trend Is Here to Stay
Statement style, incoming!
Sep 25, 2026
Five Below’s Newest Finds Are Giving Bedrooms a Seriously Coquettish Makeover (Just $7!)
And they’re already flying off the shelves.
Sep 25, 2026
This $2 Dollar Tree Storage Hack Makes Use of Your Dead Cabinet Space
I always find it very satisfying when I’m able to give things like a sauce jar or a butter dish a second life in my home — especially if it’s something I was considering getting rid of, or something I never really had a good use for. But my interest in organizing hacks isn’t just about reusing items that already exist: I also like seeing how regular organizers can be used in unusual ways.
Sep 25, 2026
I Finally Found a Sectional That’s Perfect for Small Spaces (It Seats 5!)
I’ve taken so many good naps on it.
Sep 25, 2026
I “Fika” Every Day — It’s the Chill Scandinavian Ritual I Need
On the weekends or days when we’re both working from home, my husband and I often sit down in the afternoon and have a coffee. It’s a little daily ritual that I look forward to, but up until recently I didn’t have a name for it. Then one day, while waiting with my kids at a doctor’s appointment, I picked up a magazine to read and pass the time and discovered a small mention of something called “fika” in a local coffee shop ad.
Sep 25, 2026