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IKEA’s Latest It Collab Is With Solange Knowles’ Company, Saint Heron
This week marked IKEA’s Democratic Design Days, the event where the Swedish retailer announces its upcoming collaborations. At the end of the day on Thursday, the company dropped that they’ll be working with Saint Heron, the multidisciplinary cultural hub founded by none other than Solange Knowles.
Tara Bellucci
Jun 8, 2018
The Big Drawbacks to Wall-Mounted Faucets
Read this before you install.
Shifrah Combiths
Jun 8, 2018
A Former Beige Snorefest Is Now Anything But Boring
Name: Katie Avram and Butterscotch the cat Location: Bankview — Calgary, Alberta Size: 700 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, owned I bought my condo a year ago and went to town on personalizing it from the beige/tan snorefest it was. I had been looking to buy a condo for over a year and had seen dozens in person that were definitely nice, but just weren’t me. The windows and view sold me on the place from the listing photos and I called my realtor right away to arrange a viewing.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jun 8, 2018
IKEA’s New Rug Collection is a Work of Art
IKEA is known for simple, staple rugs that can go with just about everything—like the classic black-and-white Stockholm that has graced many a first-apartment floor for under $200. But on Thursday, the retailer announced that they are majorly upping their rug game—with eight new designer collaborations for this year’s IKEA Art Event. The rugs will be available for a limited time in 2019.
Laura Schocker
Jun 7, 2018
IKEA Just Announced a New Collaboration With LEGO
My husband has a seriously convenient knack for putting together IKEA furniture. Seriously, sometimes I (half) jokingly suggest he start side hustling as a TaskRabbit for a little extra income. But the thing is that he actually enjoys it—and when I ask him why he says it’s like building LEGOs for grownups. Well, now he might actually be able to build an IKEA LEGO, or something like it.
Laura Schocker
Jun 7, 2018
Every Room in This Energizing Argentina Apartment Is Must-See Stunning
Name: Hernan Location: Recoleta — Buenos Aires, Argentina Size: 700 square feet Years lived in: Owned 6 years Six years ago, Hernan was fed up with where he was living. “It had many rooms but each of them was very small. I needed fewer rooms and more space,” he explains. He also yearned for more outdoor access. But after losing out on a nice flat with a big terrace in an exhaustive bidding war that lasted for months, he came across the home he lives in now.
Federico Paul
Jun 7, 2018
Want to Lower Your Rent? Try This Unique Living Option
In the immortal words of Jimmy McMillan, “The rent is too damn high!” I live in Austin, which means my wallet cries each time I pay rent. Of course, I don’t live in a city where rent is sky-high like New York or San Francisco… but still, I don’t live in Toledo or Memphis, cities where the rent is barely-there. The burden for this writer is heavy to bear alone.
Leeza Dennis
Jun 7, 2018
A 165-Square-Foot Tiny Home in Texas is a Rustic Minimal Gem
Name: Genevieve Tinsley Fox, her husband, and six-month-old daughter Location: The Heights — Houston, Texas Size: 165 square feet Years lived in: 1.5 years, owned Gennie works in commercial real estate and her husband Matt is an electrical engineer. The couple started following tiny homes in 2010.
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 7, 2018
Target’s Newest Home Line Will Simplify Your Life
Target fans rejoice! The Bullseye is launching another new home brand and this time it’s all about getting back to the basics (without sacrificing an ounce of style). We already know and love Target’s other home lines—Opalhouse, Hearth & Hand with Magnolia, Threshold, and Project 62—and their personality-filled aesthetics, but Target has always been known for its basics, so we are beyond excited for the new Made By Design line.
Bridget Mallon
Jun 6, 2018
An A-Frame Rental in the Redwoods So Stunning It Was Worth Breaking a Lease For
Name: Emily Billings, Max Shay, and cat, Lorelei Location: Woodside, California Size: 1,200 square feet Years lived in: Seven months, renting I can’t help but read real estate and rental listings the way the rest of the world reads the daily news. I have a knack for finding homes my partner, Max, and I could only afford if we subsisted solely on rice and beans.
Emily Billings
Jun 6, 2018
Before and After: You Want to See This 4-Week Kitchen Flip
This kitchen is only 6 x 16 feet, but its owner managed to make it as roomy, practical, and inviting as possible. Spoiler alert: They even managed to squeeze in a ultra-cozy sitting area. This “bit of copper with a dash of pink theme” kitchen was completed by Kat of Rock N Roll Bride in four weeks, and I think it’s a major success.
Tess Wilson
Jun 6, 2018
An Outdated Duplex in a Small Alaska Town Turned Warm, Cozy Home
Name: Rachel Klein, her husband and his brother Location: Sitka, Alaska Size: 800 square feet Years lived in: 3.5 years, owned You got to see a look into Rachel Klein’s Alaska home—and her interior design skills—with her kitchen’s before and after published earlier this year. She recently submitted more photos of the rest of her home… and like the kitchen redo, the entire place is now bright, airy, warm and welcoming.
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 6, 2018
The Costly Mistake You Might be Making When You Declutter
You’d rather eat glass than put your great aunt’s ugly statue on your living room shelf. But Jacquie Denny, co-founder of online estate sale company Everything But the House, says you may be making a serious (and costly) mistake. Denny declares that the most common misstep people face when cleaning is assuming that things they don’t like have no resale value.
Megan Johnson
Jun 6, 2018
Remembering Kate Spade’s Iconic Style
We were so saddened to hear that Kate Spade was found dead by apparent suicide today. Her influence on the world of design and fashion is immeasurable and we will so miss her iconic style. From her handbags to her home goods, Kate brought delight into our lives by approaching simple items with a sense of joy and whimsy.
Bridget Mallon
Jun 5, 2018
“Mean Girls” Musical’s Barrett Wilbert Weed’s Small Hell’s Kitchen Studio
Name: Barrett Wilbert Weed Location: Hell’s Kitchen — NYC Size: 400 square feet Years lived in: 2 years, renting Much of the gossip surrounding this year’s Tonys centers around the Mean Girls musical, inspired of course by the movie of the same name (a movie that was written by Tina Fey and has a devoted and quote-reciting cult following).
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 5, 2018
Drinking (and Decorating) with Chickens in a Quirky LA Farmhouse
Name: Kate Richards, her husband, and 13 feathered or furry animals Location: Los Angeles, California Size: 1,500 square feet Years Lived In: 10 years, owned Sure, Kate Richards of Drinking with Chickens may like to occasionally imbibe with poultry, but behind the scenes this self-taught cocktail blogger, color-embracing artist, self-proclaimed professional drinker, and insanely hilarious Instagrammer works hard to maintain her charming life.
Jessica Isaac
Jun 5, 2018
Before and After: A Truly Transformed 366-Square-Foot Apartment Kitchen
This 34-square-meter (366-square-foot) Moscow apartment might not look like too much right now, but its owner saw potential and had it transformed into a rather roomy—bigger than at least two of my apartments anyway—Airbnb rental apartment. Unsurprisingly, the kitchen is the heart of this (temporary) home. This renovation was created by Anna Kovalchenko of Essenziale, who wisely stuck to a limited palette—black, white, and wood—throughout the small space.
Tess Wilson
Jun 5, 2018
16 of the Most Beautiful Scandinavian-Inspired Home Designs
The thing about design styles is that when they become a ubiqutious trend—like the mid-century modern look or the ’70s style bohemian resurgence this year—is that they take on a life of their own after awhile. What starts as a decor movement anchored in traditions and classic elements can evolve and reshape itself with every home it touches.
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 5, 2018
An Utterly Glamorous and Theatrical 500-Square-Foot Studio In Queens
Name: Brett L. Leemkuil Location: Sunnyside, NY Size: 530 square feet Years lived in: 5 years, renting “One would assume, by all appearances, that I’m a maximalist,” writes interior designer Brett Leemkuil. His 500-square-foot Queens rental apartment features a floor-to-ceiling red living room, a curtained-off leopard-print bed closet, and hand-painted emerald green malachite wall finishes in the entryway… among much more. Maximalist seems like a very accurate descriptor.
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 4, 2018
The Money-Wasting Mortgage Mistake You’re Likely to Make
Property taxes, homeowners insurance, interest, HOA fees—when it comes to your monthly mortgage payment, your loan’s principal doesn’t lack company. Still, few of these additional costs and expenses draw as much ire from a homeowner than private mortgage insurance (PMI.) If you’re begrudgingly shelling out extra cash for a PMI premium, then private mortgage insurance needs no introduction.
Julia Morrell
Jun 4, 2018
A Colonial So Charming, Even Nancy Meyers Would Be Jealous
This quintessentially storybook family home is stacked with all the historic trappings, but updated with every creature comfort. 1 Main Street Located in Sharon, CT $850,000 6 bedroom, 4 full bathrooms, 1 half-bath When you picture a classic East Coast Colonial, a house just like this most likely comes to mind. Located in the Historic Village Green in tony Sharon, Connecticut, this 1850s home boasts loads of space, but somehow manages to feel cozy and elegant at the same time.
Anne Roderique-Jones
Jun 4, 2018
This Dallas Studio Has a Smart IKEA Hack Dog Lovers Will Appreciate
Name: Erica Massey and dog Deacon Location: Dallas, Texas Size: 750 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, renting I am a 26-year-old PhD student living with my four-year-old Belgian Malinois named Deacon. I live on fellowship/stipend from teaching undergraduate classes at my university, so I end up DIY-ing and/or IKEA-hacking a lot of home decor (my kitchen island, my bed, my couch, my bookshelves…).
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jun 4, 2018
This Is What a 1870s Italianate Farmhouse in Iowa Looks Like on the Inside (& We Approve)
Name: Kevin Wagner, wife Amber, two cats, Fjell and Fritz, a farm dog, Finn, and several chickens Location: Vandalia, Iowa Size: 2500 square feet Years lived in: 4 years, owned Our home is an Italianate-style brick home that we believe was built in the 1870s. It resides on the outskirts of a once prosperous rural town, Vandalia, Iowa. We own the surrounding seven acres, which is divided into our yard, garden, flower plots, and native virgin prairie.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jun 3, 2018
You Should Always Take a Picture of Your Stove Before Going on Vacation
Going on vacation is supposed to be relaxing and fun. But 9/10, everyone always feels like they need a vacation from their vacation. There is always so much to worry about before you leave. You need to check your luggage to make sure you packed everything you meant to. When you’re actually on vacation, you are worrying about your house and your pets, hoping that they are being good for the sitter. How many times have you stressed about turning the stove off before you left the house?
Ana Luisa Suarez
Jun 3, 2018
Why You Should Pour Flour in Your Sink
A clean sink is one thing, but a shiny sink is another.
Shifrah Combiths
Jun 3, 2018
11 Outdoor Bar Carts That Will Keep the Party Going All Summer Long
The first official day of summer won’t arrive for another few weeks, but as far as we’re concerned the sunny season is already in session. And what better way to ring in three glorious months of carefree fun than with an awesome summer blowout? Many hosts will tell you a well-stocked bar is key for a great party, which is why an outdoor bar cart is one of the best investments you can make this season.
Kelsey Mulvey
Jun 2, 2018
New Yorkers Start From Scratch in a Bright Swedish Apartment
Name: Louisa Johnsson Zea, husband Mario and cat Aycha Location: Lugnet — Malmö, Sweden Size: 667 square feet Years lived in: 1.5 years, renting Mario, my husband, and I share this place with our cat Aycha. We moved to Sweden from New York City almost two years ago for work (I’m the director for a European Social Fund project) but left most of our things in storage in NYC.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Jun 2, 2018
These Are the Top Cities for Staycations – See If Your City Made the List
Have you ever thought of using your time off from work for a staycation? This is when you don’t actually go anywhere on vacation, but you instead take time off and enjoy your city/area. Staycations are gaining popularity in recent years. As expected, some cities are much better than others for staycations. If your city doesn’t have much to offer, then that probably isn’t going to be the best city to staycation in.
Ana Luisa Suarez
Jun 2, 2018
Work Remotely? The Governor of Vermont Wants to Pay You $10,000 to Move There
Craft beer, maple syrup, truly organic farming, snow skiing, independent thinking, arts & crafts studios, and the absolute natural glory of autumn—like nowhere else on the planet. If moving to the Bernie Sanders state (of mind) sounds like a dream come true, then the governor of Vermont has a message for you: he wants to pay you to move there.
Melissa Massello
Jun 1, 2018
Just How Bad Is It to Never Replace Your Caulk?
Let’s be honest: Unless our bathroom caulk falls out completely, it doesn’t occur to many of us to replace it—clean it, sure, but replace entirely? Are we gross? Are we going to die tomorrow? Let’s explore. Fresh caulk should last quite a while—in the five year range—but a couple of factors can reduce its lifespan: Using the wrong kind for the job, poor installation, and even house settling can cause it to pull away from the wall and lose efficacy.
Tess Wilson
Jun 1, 2018
6 Things That Increase Your Home’s Value Before You Even Buy
While you’re in the process of house hunting, all you want to do is find a keeper, get the keys and settle into your new life. But it pays to think long-term when buying a home because you’re probably going to be selling it sometime in the future, and you want to get a good return on your investment. So, keeping certain factors in mind when purchasing a home is key to ensure that it has good resale value. Here, six things you should think about, according to professionals.
Chelsea Greenwood
Jun 1, 2018
The Best Packing Tape for Moving, According to Professional Movers
Moving soon? You’re going to need packing tape—and a lot of it. But before you head to your local hardware supply store to pick up a few rolls, first think, “Is this going to cause more trouble than it’s worth?” From quickly losing adhesive to not being as durable as you’d like, bad tape can make moving a whole lot harder than it needs to be. And who knows how to avoid these sticky (pardon the pun) moving situations? The pros, of course.
Maddy Sims
Jun 1, 2018
A Dreamy Loft Grows in Brooklyn
Name: Victoria Bartlett, designer and stylist Location: Bedford-Stuyvesant — Brooklyn, New York Size: 1200 square feet Years lived in: 1 year When I first spotted Victoria Bartlett‘s Brooklyn loft in a posting on Dezeen, I knew that it was a very beautiful space—and that I wanted to photograph it for Apartment Therapy. But I still wasn’t prepared for what I saw when I arrived.
Nancy Mitchell
Jun 1, 2018
Before and After: This Tiny Travel Trailer Fits a Family of Five
The original aesthetic of this 1984 home will look very familiar to all of us that remember the year—you can almost smell the cigarette smoke!—but it recently received a totally DIY makeover and the results are sweet vintage perfection. Introducing Myrtle…. This is so darling. It looks like the mid-century modern home of a family of storybook beavers. It’s just so sweet.
Tess Wilson
Jun 1, 2018
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Tour The Hommeboys’ Playful, Ever-Changing Apartment
These guys are DIY wizards.
Creative Studio
Jun 1, 2018
The Most Maximalist Bohemian Home Just Might Be on This Farm in Colorado
Name: Chasity Kelly, her husband Derek, their three dogs Nixxon (beagle/pointer), Bitness Everdeen (chiweenie) and Aspen (Australian shepherd). They also have 20 chickens and two ducks.
Adrienne Breaux
Jun 1, 2018
We’re Totally Obsessed With This New IKEA Hack That Has a Feminist Twist
We all love IKEA for its simple, Scandinavian design and reasonable prices, but that versatility and affordability often makes decorating your home painfully ubiquitous. Instead of unearthing a one-of-a-kind piece—and feeling like a total design pro—you end up with the same furniture as your coworker, best friend, old college roommate, and your favorite influencers. Ugh. But just because you (rightfully) love IKEA doesn’t mean your space needs to fall into basic territory.
Kelsey Mulvey
May 31, 2018
These Tiny Camping Pods Could Be the Next Glamping Trend
If you’re anything like me, your Instagram feed over Memorial Day Weekend was filled with FOMO-inducing photos of friends camping out in nature’s splendor across the country—whether shot from the rear windows of a camper van or RV or from within the confines of a glamping resort. ‘Tis the season to rusticate and sleep under the stars, and these tiny glamping pods are the new objet d’envy.
Melissa Massello
May 31, 2018
A Small Shared NYC Apartment Is a Feast for the Eyes
Name: Jory Sutton and Alex Simon Location: Washington Heights, NYC Size: 650 square feet Years lived in: 3 years, owned Jory and Alex’s 650-square-foot NYC apartment is a feast for the eyes. So much so, the small sneak peek we shared with their house call last year just wasn’t a long enough look. With hand-me-downs from family members, vintage pieces purchased at thrift shops, DIY artwork, and different periods and styles of decor, every room has a conversation starter.
Chinasa Cooper
May 31, 2018
The 10-Minute Art Hack Hiding in Your Kitchen Drawer
There’s no shortage of places to purchase art prints that you love, but sometimes you’re on the hunt for something a little more unique—and maybe a little more affordable. If so, this may be the incredibly easy art hack for you. While this art hack is a great way to upgrade a wall in your home, it also solves another common problem: What to do with your favorite tea towels you don’t want to use because you don’t want them getting ruined with food stains.
Adrienne Breaux
May 31, 2018
This Los Angeles Home’s French Doors Will Floor You
Name: Tracy Bunkoczy Location: Koreatown — Los Angeles, California Size: 1,170 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, owned A massive leak in her last home—a beautiful Silver Lake rental apartment— forced design executive Tracy Bunkoczy to move a year ago.
Bethany Nauert
May 30, 2018
A Bold Home in the ‘Burbs Has the Perfect Plaid Entryway
Name: Shawna Smith, her husband and two sons Location: Downers Grove, Illinois Size: 1,350 square feet Years lived in: 7 months, owned “Myself, my husband, and our two little boys lived in Chicago for years before deciding to take the leap and move to the ‘burbs,” writes interior stylist Shawna Smith. “We chose Downers Grove for its small-town appeal and outstanding schools.
Adrienne Breaux
May 30, 2018
Before and After: An Unbelievable $700 Kitchen Remodel
Be forewarned: This disco-fabulous backsplash is not long for the world, so enjoy it while you can. The rest of the kitchen was perhaps not worthy of such sparkle—two words: burnt linoleum. Now it’s fresh, unified, and bright. This kitchen is right at home in a 100-year-old house, and the modern appliances are nicely camouflaged against the white cabinetry and tiles.
Tess Wilson
May 30, 2018
A Converted Commercial Loading Dock Turned Modern Home
Name: Jasmine Waheed and cat Barney Location: Garment District — Montreal Size: 1,500 square feet Years lived in: 2 years, 8 months, owned After traveling across—and falling in love with—Canada, Jasmine Waheed decided to move from London to Montreal 15 years ago. Her background is in graphic design, but upon arriving in Montreal, she decided to make the switch to photography.
Sylvie Li
May 29, 2018
The Pros and Cons of Exposed Bulbs
We got the skinny on the polarizing trend.
Jessica Isaac
May 29, 2018
10 Bad Habits that are Costing You Money
Have you ever wondered where your money disappears to each month? You work hard; you know you make it—yet it seems as though you never have any, or at least not as much as you think you should after you pay your bills (and Uncle Sam takes his portion). It’s like it goes into some giant universal dryer that only spits out part of what you put in—obviously stashing the rest of it away in that secret place where the matches to all of your socks are sent.
Julie Sprankles
May 29, 2018
Man Repeller’s Visual Manager Knows How to Hack a Rental
Name: Emily Zirimis and Jesus Antoshka Location: Bushwick — Brooklyn, New York Size: Honestly unsure! Years lived in: Almost 2 years, renting Emily and her boyfriend Jesus must have felt like they won the lottery when they landed their Bushwick apartment. Their place has a lot going for it: It’s in an increasingly hip area, features original architectural details, and boasts a dressing room for Emily and a pottery room for Jesus. Oh, and the rent is reasonable.
Melanie Rieders
May 29, 2018
Before and After: An Entire Living Room Becomes a Kitchen
What a nice living room, with vaulted ceiling, dramatic beams, nonstop windows, and luxurious couches you could sink into for days. But brace yourself for something entirely different. Here’s a full-length shot of the room that really shows off that impressive ceiling and the amazing wooden beams. I love the concept of a living area arranged around a view, but I also love what they did with the space instead: Wow!
Tess Wilson
May 29, 2018