There’s a Critical Part of Plant Shopping that Most People Skip
The most important part of plant care is actually quite easy to master, and it comes into play before you even purchase your plants at all.
Dec 3, 2020
Thanks to 50+ Plants, This Studio Apartment Is a Serene Greenhouse
For this young professional, houseplants serve as more than decor in her studio: They are a form of self care and meditation.
Dec 3, 2020
B&A: A 350-Square-Foot Condo's Dated Interiors Got a Fresh DIY Facelift
Over the course of two years, Tess and her dad changed almost everything about this small space to get it to where it is today—a bright, plant-filled home brimming with creativity and pillows.
Dec 2, 2020
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This Unexpected Source for Affordable, Original Art Is Finally Selling in the U.S.
Here at Apartment Therapy, we’re firm believers that art shouldn’t be just an accessory or an afterthought: It’s the heart and soul of a space, the thing that gives it warmth, personality, and feeling. More than anything else, your art is what makes your space really you. So when you’re ready to make an investment in something that you’ll keep for a while, where do you go to find art that is beautiful, that’s unique, that will last for a long time?
Dec 3, 2020
This Super Small $11 Vacuum Has Kept My Home Spotless All Year
I got it at Target as a stocking stuffer last year and I love everything about it.
Dec 3, 2020
8 Foolproof Ways to Keep Your Cat Away From Your Christmas Tree
Cats love trees. In fact, it’s most likely incredibly exciting for your furry friend to see you gussying one up with shiny hanging things on it for them to play with indoors. So it’s important to consider how to cat-proof your holiday evergreen before you end up with broken ornaments on the floor, with it falling over, or worse.Toppling over tends to be the biggest concern when it comes to owning a cat and a Christmas tree.
Dec 3, 2020
The Single Best Way to Make a Tiny Apartment Seem Larger
According to a wise realtor.
Dec 2, 2020
5 Mistakes You’re Probably Making with Hand Sanitizer
Here's a refresher on what you should know, and what you should avoid, when using hand sanitizer.
Dec 2, 2020
Before and After: Small Changes Give This Dated Bathroom an Open, Modern Look
Breaking the project up over time was the key to success, this homeowner says.
Dec 2, 2020
17 Shows to Stream If You’re Caught Up with “The Crown”
There's plenty of monarchy-themed shows and period dramas to stream.
Dec 2, 2020
These Are the 6 Biggest Design Trends for 2021, According to One Survey
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Great news for those who enjoy designs with major throwback vibes.
Dec 2, 2020
I Used Facebook Marketplace to Furnish My New Apartment for Only $320—Here’s What I Learned
If you’re considering buying secondhand furniture and decor, I have lots of tips to share.
Dec 2, 2020
B&A: An Outdated Builder-Basic 1970s Bungalow's Now a Light, Modern, & Cozy Home
This 1970s bungalow was transformed from top-to-bottom into a special getaway full of unusual details and personal touches, all on a very tight budget, using thrifty alternatives and vintage/salvage elements throughout.
Dec 2, 2020
These Two Unexpected Colors Are Taking Over Kitchen Cabinets, According to Experts
These two non-neutrals are bold.
Dec 2, 2020
The Interiors on “The Queen’s Gambit” Are a Grandmillienial’s Dream
Bring this chic style home!
Dec 2, 2020
10 Things Making Your Kitchen Feel Way Messier Than It Is
According to real estate agents.
Dec 2, 2020
This 500-Square-Foot Studio's Proof You Can Create a Dream Home Out of a Rental
Chelsey Brown founded the blog, City Chic Decor, and authored the book, "Rental Style." She has a home full of projects that break the stigma of renter restrictions.
Dec 1, 2020
8 Habits That Helped Me Reclaim My Lunch Break From Unhealthy WFH Boundaries
You deserve the midday break!
Dec 2, 2020
Amazon Just Revealed Their Cyber Weekend Best Sellers—These Are Our 15 Favorites
The best part? Many of them are still on sale.
Dec 2, 2020
This Low-Maintenance Plant Trend Is in Every French It Girl's Home
And it's perfect for the holidays, too.
Dec 1, 2020
3 Major Ways Your Cat Is Trying to Tell You Something—and Exactly What They Mean
Decoding your feline friend's needs has never been easier.
Dec 1, 2020
Before and After: A $52 IKEA BESTA Redo Uses Surprising Finds for High-End Style
This project's proof that inspiration can strike anywhere.
Dec 1, 2020
These $75 IKEA Curtains Might Be the Chicest Room Divider We’ve Ever Seen
Pretty and practical FTW!
Dec 1, 2020
This Super Simple System Is the Easiest Way to Organize Your Kids’ Artwork
Maybe you have an overflowing bin of years worth of multiple kids' artwork you don't know what to do with. Or maybe you're just starting to realize that you need a plan for what's pouring in. It's never too early or too late to put a good set-it and forget-it system for kids' papers into practice.
Dec 1, 2020
This Guide Dog Organization Is Looking for Volunteer Remote Puppy Raisers
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The recently-launched raise a puppy initiative gives dog lovers over the age of 18 the chance to serve as a remote puppy raiser, which means anyone who lives near the organization’s many locations across the country is eligible to apply.
Dec 1, 2020
A New Orleans Shotgun Has a Backyard Inspired by Mexico and Marfa
KV Harper, the principal and founder of Kex Design + Build, lives in a renovated 7th Ward double shotgun camelback that's filled with interesting historical objects, but doesn’t feel like a museum thanks to good design and a mix of modern features.
Dec 1, 2020
This Is Why You Should Never Share Photos of Your House Keys
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There are other ways to announce new homeownership that don’t put your safety at risk.
Dec 1, 2020
Reese Witherspoon Shows Just How Versatile This Seating Option Is
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Adding a bit more texture to your dining room with wicker can shake things up and add an unexpected twist to a traditional setup.
Dec 1, 2020
The Bedroom in the Basement Has Been My Haven During This Strange Year
LOVE LETTERS TO HOME
Thanks for helping me regain a sense of self that I thought was lost.
Dec 1, 2020
I Spent Hours Turning My Living Room into a Classroom
LOVE LETTERS TO HOME
And it's never looked better.
Dec 1, 2020
Now Is the Perfect Time to Write a Love Letter to Your Home
LOVE LETTERS TO HOME
There's so much to thank it for.
Dec 1, 2020
Before & After: A Couple Transformed a Dated 1980s RV into a Cozy, Boho Home
Alexandra and her husband renovated this dated 161-square-foot ‘87 Ford Tioga RV.
Dec 1, 2020
21 Smart Ways to Keep Your Kitchen Clean, Forever
They're not all that hard. Promise.
Dec 1, 2020
I Tried the Popular Martha Stewart Comforter—and It’s Worth the Hype
It's almost 80% off!
Nov 30, 2020
Before and After: A Stylish Make-Under for This Authentic Mid-Century Bench
Sometimes the best makeover is a make-under.
Nov 30, 2020
MUJI’s First New Furniture Collection in a Decade Is as Minimal as You’d Expect
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The Japanese lifestyle brand’s new furniture series is its first in 11 years, and it features versatile items—namely, a bed, a sofa, and a table—that can change sizes to cope with evolving home arrangements.
Nov 30, 2020
Trader Joe’s Is Selling Grinch Trees That Are Meant To Be Kept All Year Round
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Trader Joe’s has brought back its perfectly imperfect “Grump Trees” for the holiday season, and these Grinchy-looking things are meant to be kept and admired for years to come—they can even grow impressively tall if planted outdoors in the right location.
Nov 30, 2020
Wayfair Named This Metallic Shade the Christmas Tree Color of the Year
And it wasn't what I expected!
Nov 30, 2020
An Architect's Austin House Has Splendid Built-Ins (& an Amazing Walk-In Closet)
Everything is always changing and moving around in Melanie Raines' remodeled house, it's why she lovingly calls it “the laboratory.”
Nov 30, 2020
This House Features Furniture These Renters Built Themselves
Shanna is an interior designer and her partner is an artist/illustrator, and their rental home is a reflection of these creative careers.
Nov 30, 2020
The Surprising History of Upside-Down Christmas Trees
The festive decorations have been around for centuries.
Nov 30, 2020
This Sparkling Carriage Will Make Your House Feel Like Disneyland This Holiday Season
'Tis the season for some magical holiday decor.
Nov 29, 2020
Don’t Worry, You’re Not the Only One With a Clutter Room In Your Home
According to a new poll, the top stressor among Americans during the holidays is cleaning their home.
Nov 29, 2020
Before and After: A White-on-White Bathroom Gets a Five-Star-Hotel Redo
The results are downright dreamy.
Nov 29, 2020
A Modern, Otherwise Monochrome Home Has an Utterly Precious Pink Guest Washroom
This newly built townhome is a minimal, modern, monochromatic dream house.
Nov 24, 2020
14 Ways I’ve Found “Me Time” in a 470-Square-Foot Studio
Sharing a space doesn't mean sacrificing your solo time.
Nov 29, 2020