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Photographing People: Part 2
Here is my second wave of tips and hints for photographing people. Portraiture is a unique challenge, but it sure provides some of the most fabulous, silly, intense interactions. • Photographing People Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 25, 2012
Faster, Easier Salads: 5 Tools To Help
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) Want to eat more salad? Then learn how to prepare all the ingredients faster! The following tools are our go-to kitchen essentials for quick salad making. They’ll help you clean lettuce, chop veggies, and whiz salad dressing in no time. • 5 Salad Tools The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Jun 25, 2012
Cristina’s Architect’s Flat in Hong Kong
Cristina is an adventurous soul. She’s traveled to countries across the globe and lived in more than a few of them. For the last couple of years, she’s ‘settled down’ in Hong Kong, in an industrial district transitioning into a very hip neighborhood. • Cristina’s Hong Kong Flat Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 22, 2012
Share Your Design Pet Peeve
I’m a tolerant person; I’m open to new ideas, new styles. But there’s one design trend I just can’t accept: the karate chop pillow, that silly business of “chopping” an indentation into the top of a throw pillow. What design trend gets on your nerves? • Design Pet Peeves Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 22, 2012
Concrete Floor Inspiration Rooms
We have seen beautiful concrete floors everywhere, from bars to restaurants to clubs to warehouses, and over the last decade they have become increasingly popular in modern home interiors as well. • Concrete Floors Inspiration Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 21, 2012
Resisting the Feeling of Should
The tendency to over-own is often attributed to overbuying or to a deep-seated reluctance to get rid of things. I think that an equally important factor is the more subtle feeling that we “should” own these things. • The Feeling of Should Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 21, 2012
5 Outdoor Party Ideas on a Budget
I love decorating for a party, but I don’t love spending a ton of money on something I’ll only use once. Here are some creative ideas for making your party unique without breaking the bank. • Budget Party Ideas Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 20, 2012
Before & After: Outdated Entry Gets a Hotel Inspired Makeover
Jill’s entry from the garage had been a thorn in her side for months. Though the checkerboard floor was a great feature, the paneled walls were dark and dated; certainly not the warm welcome home she craved. In addition to a brighter color, Jill knew she wanted to add what she calls a “landing pad” for shoes, coats, bags, etc — a spot other than her kitchen table!
Colleen Quinn
Jun 20, 2012
What People Really Pay for Upholstery
You want to get upholstery work done but are new to this and have no clue what such a project would cost. Well, read on! • Real Upholstery Costs Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 20, 2012
Dirt: Better to Deal With It or Disguise It?
The quotable Sir Terence Conran commented, “I’ve never understood why some people say that complex patterns are sensible because they hide dirt. Personally, I prefer to see dirt so I know when to get rid of it.” Which camp are you in? • Dirt: Deal or Disguise? Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 19, 2012
20 “Happy Modern” Lights for the Home
With some table lamps, pendant lights, and sconces there’s something about the way they look, on or off, that cheers up a modern space instantly. We’ve gathered 20 that are doing that for us. • “Happy Modern” Lights Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 19, 2012
Alexandra’s North End Creativity
Name: AlexandraLocation: North End – Boston, Massachusetts Our condo, located in the historic North End, is not only our first home, but our dream home as well. We wanted an open space with light and charm (and an elevator) in the heart of the city to raise our kids. When we finally found our home, it was love at first “light:” the sun shining in from the vast windows was almost overwhelming.
Janel Laban
Jun 18, 2012
Before & After: Bedroom Dresser is Painted No More
Karen scored this dresser when it was left behind in a friend of a friend’s garage. She took that dresser with its one green painted drawer home and painted it white and cream to match her bedroom, and there it has lived for the last seven years. She and her husband are working to update their master bedroom, and Karen decided this dresser was just asking for a makeover.
Colleen Quinn
Jun 18, 2012
Inspiration from the Farmer’s Market
One of my favorite things to do at this time of year is visit the farmers markets in New England. I’ve rounded up some fresh products and ideas inspired by local farmers markets: • Farmer’s Market Inspiration Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 18, 2012
Tips for Not Being a Hoarder
I haven’t actually seen the A&E series Hoarders. But having lived with a recovering one, I understand the tendency. Here, some habits I’ve picked up as an anti-hoarder: • Tips for Not Being a Hoarder Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 15, 2012
A Dark, Dated Kitchen Goes Light & Glamorous
Denise and Brad’s dated kitchen was always a sore spot. With a budget of $20,000, Denise designed the new space and acted as her own contractor over several months. • Kitchen Before & After Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 15, 2012
The Porthole Infuser Flask
Grant Achatz’s cocktail lounge, The Aviary, is like the Cirque du Soleil of bars, and its custom glassware makes every drink look at least 20% cooler. Now the rest of us will be able to get our hands on some… • Porthole Infuser Flask Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 14, 2012
A Visit to Toronto’s St. Lawrence Market
One of the first things I do when I arrive in a new city is head straight to the market. So when I touched down in Toronto, I headed straight to the market named by National Geographic as the world’s best. • St. Lawrence Market Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 13, 2012
New Floor Tiles from Chilewich
Chilewich just launched these easily installed, easily repositioned flooring tiles. Because they aren’t traditional carpet, I think they would work well in kitchens, baths and entryways. • Chilewich Floor Tiles Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 13, 2012
Max’s Eclectic LA Pad & Painted Chalkboard Cabinets
Max Gough lives in a wonderful West Hollywood apartment. It’s eclectically decorated with rich colors and tons of artwork – including his changeable painted chalkboard kitchen cabinets. • Chalkboard Kitchen Cabinets Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 12, 2012
Options for Light & Durable Countertops
I recently wrote about my kitchen renovation and have been thinking I should try grey or white countertops rather than black. Here are several options for light colored but rugged countertops. • Light & Durable Countertops Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 12, 2012
Jane & Justin’s Backyard Makeover
Our backyard was a mess of tangled weeds, a steep hill upwards, broken red concrete patio chunks everywhere, and fence holes so big our 90 lb. dog sailed right through them. See it now… • Backyard Makeover Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 11, 2012
Kitchen Renos: Where To Splurge or Save
Thinking about a kitchen renovation, but not sure where to splurge or save? Consumer Reports breaks down the high end choices, as well as their money saving counterparts. • Where To Splurge or Save Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 11, 2012
California’s Ubiquitous Succulents
My recent trip to Southern California was pure heaven for the succulent enthusiast. From homes and businesses and restaurants, gardening with succulents is just a way of life out here. • California’s Succulents Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 8, 2012
Jane and Justin’s Backyard Before & After
Name: Jane and JustinLocation: Oakland, California – Oakmore Neighborhood When we bought our house in 2006, it wasn’t because of the back garden. Picture a mess of tangled weeds, a steep hill upwards, broken red concrete patio chunks everywhere, and fence holes so big our 90 lb. dog sailed right through them.We were no strangers to DIY garden remodels and took the project on enthusiastically, but this — this was nothing we’d seen before.
Nancy Mitchell
Jun 8, 2012
Peter’s 1892 Brooklyn Brownstone
Name: Peter Hassler: web producer by day, designer by night Location: Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New YorkSize: Whole house roughly 4,000 square feet, owner living area roughly 2,000 square feet Years lived in: 9 years What I love most about the East Coast is the really old architecture, especially brownstones! Peter lives in my dream home, with tall ceilings, original moulding, and stunning woodwork everywhere. His mix of old and new and how it plays off each other really works in his home.
Marcia Prentice
Jun 8, 2012
Summer Storage Solutions
Inevitably each summer I find myself on wild goose chases for my hats, sandals, and other warm-weather accessories. I’ve decided to foil this tendency with some simple organizational techniques. • Summer Storage Solutions Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 8, 2012
12 Things You Have Too Many Of
Do I really need 20 t-shirts, a dozen towels, 3 teapots? I need multiples of some things, but at some point, a few turns into too many. Check your mulitiplication on the following items that seem to accumulate. Things You Have Too Many OfApartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 7, 2012
Unexpectedly Pleasing Pastels in the Home
I can’t believe I’m actually saying this, but I’ve been sort of feeling pastel lately. Normally it’s a set of hues I stay far away from, but lately I’ve been craving their soft selection of colors to help cool off on a hot day. • Pleasing Pastels Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 7, 2012
RJ & Francis’ LA Loft
Modern, masculine and classical are a few words to describe RJ & Francis’ loft in the heart of downtown LA’s art district. They are also frequent hosts – holding a gathering about once a week. • RJ & Francis’ LA Loft Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 6, 2012
Wine Box Container Gardening
If you are lucky enough to have an outdoor space, but don’t have access to land, this DIY wooden wine box planter might just provide the perfect solution. • Wine Box Gardening Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 6, 2012
Modern Pastels in the Home
In recent months, pastel hues have been taking the design world by storm. If, like me, you’re partial to beautiful, barely-there shades, here’s a little inspiration to get your design motor running. • Modern Pastels Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 5, 2012
Julie & Jesper’s Musical Scandi-Canadian Nest
Name: Julie Chamberlain and Jesper Kaalund Location: Haut Marais, Paris, France Size: 710 square feet (66 square meters) Years lived in: 2 years, rented At 37 weeks pregnant, Julie Chamberlain doesn’t do much dancing these days, but that doesn’t stop her from listening to her favorite tunes. One morning last month, independent Canadian music streamed from her laptop, providing a restful soundtrack just right for readying her beautiful one-bedroom apartment in Paris for a new baby.
Celeste Sunderland
Jun 5, 2012
5 Ideas for Peony Arrangements
At the flower shop where I work, every arrangement is made-to-order. Still, there are times when my own preferences influence the designs – it’s peony season, y’all. • 5 Peony Arrangements Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 5, 2012
Evelyn’s Sustainable Starter
Evelyn Lee’s apartment was her 1st project out of Parson’s Interior Design program; and where she was able, she used sustainable materials to create a relaxing haven she calls home. • Evelyn’s Sustainable Starter Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 4, 2012
Tiffanie’s San Francisco Gutter Garden
Just because you don’t have space for a true garden doesn’t mean you can’t be a gardener. Tiffanie built a gutter garden on her fence, for example… • Tiffanie’s Gutter Garden Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 1, 2012
DrawerDecor: Clever, Colorful Organizer
One of the challenges of kitchen drawers is keeping all the utensils in place. This combination non-slip mat and movable dividers helps solve the problem and adds a kick of color. • DrawerDecor Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Jun 1, 2012
Before & After: Lucite Bathroom Stool
Most bathrooms are small, wet places, so choosing appropriate furniture is often a challenge. Learn from Jenny, who took a flea market lucite stool and fixed it up to work in her bathroom.Jenny from Little Green Notebook spotted this scratched up stool at a flea market and decided to use it as a seat for when she’s bathing her kids.For wet or messy locales, laminated fabric is a great alternative.
Tara Bellucci
May 31, 2012
Veronica & Keith’s DIY Kitchen
Chicagoans Veronica & Keith love design and they love DIY. Both are evident in their home including their dark-walled kitchen with handpainted rugs and vintage shutters. • Veronica & Keith’s Home Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 31, 2012
Design Evening with Tina Roth Eisenberg aka SwissMiss
If you missed our Design Evening in NYC with Tina Roth Eisenberg, you can read the full transcript to learn about how she got started and the 8 things she really believes in.. • An Evening with SwissMiss Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 30, 2012
A Marital Mashup Dream Kitchen
This month our contributors have been fantasizing about their dream kitchens. This one represents a mashup of Regina and her husband who started in very different places. • Marital Mashup Kitchen Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 30, 2012
Celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
Americans kicked off summer this weekend, but the Brits are preparing to kick it off during the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebration. Here’s a round up of essentials for celebrating stateside. • Diamond Jubilee Essentials Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 29, 2012
How To Make a Book Cover Disguise For Your Wireless Router
My philosophy about technology in the home is akin to a strict private school headmaster’s opinion about children: technology should neither be seen nor heard until required/requested. Even though Apple’s Airport router is fairly benign aesthetically, I prefer to keep the wireless router tucked inside a floating shelf, next to other blinking light culprits like the cable modem and home security system, a trio of otherwise mismatched clutter if left out all together.
Gregory Han
May 29, 2012
Matt & Leah’s Modern Menagerie
Name: Matt and Leah (and eight furry cat children)Location: Austin, TexasSize: 2055 square feetYears lived in: Owned 2 years Let’s just get this out of the way: Matt and Leah have eight cats. They also have a gorgeous modern Austin home and enviable tastes, but you’re about to experience a lot of adorable photos of cats perched on modern furniture.
Adrienne Breaux
May 28, 2012
Where To Skimp In a Kitchen Renovation
Renovating any room can be costly and especially the kitchen. I have a few ideas for where you can find a bargain when you’re building something better. • Where To Skimp in the Kitchen Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 25, 2012
A Kitchen Redo Two Years in the Making
Over the past two years I have been working on my kitchen. It’s the most expensive room to remodel in the house, so I’ve been doing it piece by piece as I can afford it. • Two Year Kitchen Redo Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 25, 2012
Inspiration from British Kitchens
Despite the not-always-glowing reviews that British cooking sometimes evokes (or at least used to evoke), British kitchens are something to take inspiration from. Here’s a gallery of them to peruse… • British Kitchens Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 24, 2012
“Eat” Art for the Kitchen
Art in the kitchen can be fun to play around with. If you’re looking for something a little tongue-in-cheek and literal to add to the place where you make food, you might be searching for a clear directive to hang on your wall: Eat. • “Eat” Art for the Kitchen Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 24, 2012