Once upon a time, Urban Outfitter’s home section was a place to go for inexpensive sleeper couches and duvet covers and not much else. Recently, however, the retailer has expanded its line to include a number of looks at affordable prices. The new Modern Boho collection is one such example. Rather than the “downtown loft” vibe of the UO days of yore, this is all sun-drenched Laurel Canyon bungalow.

Marshall Bright

Jul 17, 2020

The Home-Buying Advice One Real Estate Expert Wants You to Ignore Right Now

Like assessing the value of home-staging during coronavirus.

Marshall Bright

Jul 2, 2020

The Prime Day Home Deals You Don’t Want To Miss

Get ready for the shopping event of the year.

Marshall Bright

Apr 14, 2020

7 Things You Absolutely Shouldn't Keep When You Move

No need to hold onto those expired spices.

Marshall Bright

Mar 30, 2020

The Best Colors to Paint Your Living Room, According To Real Estate Experts

Here's the trick: It's not even really about color.

Marshall Bright

Oct 31, 2019

The Best Bathroom Paint Colors, According to Real Estate Agents

Make your bathroom feel clean, spacious, and bright—all with just one coat of paint.

Marshall Bright

Sep 8, 2019

This New App Lets You Rent Your Neighbor's Pool, Starting at $30/Hour

Rates and availability vary by location, but even in New York City, there are pools available starting at $50 an hour.

Marshall Bright

Aug 3, 2019

10 Things to Buy at IKEA If You’re Moving (Or Just Have a Lot of Stuff)

If you're holding off on an IKEA run until after move-in day, you're missing out big time.

Marshall Bright

Jul 11, 2019

Why I Hate Walk-In Closets (And You Should Too)

Though many New Yorkers dream of knocking down walls or upgrading to a bigger apartment to get a Carrie Bradshaw-sized closet, living with one of the smallest I'd ever seen for six years taught me that I don't need a walk-in closet. Ever. No one does.

Marshall Bright

Jun 29, 2019

The One Thing Your Most Put-Together Friends Do Before Moving

It's easy to get so overwhelmed you don't know where to start when moving, but I'll make it simple for you: Here's one thing that you can do, right now.

Marshall Bright

Jun 26, 2019

Why Real Estate Experts Will Always Recommend Painting Your Home Off-White

It might seem like those House Hunters are being willfully obtuse for refusing to see beyond paint color. But in the real world, paint color does have an effect on homebuyers, albeit a more subtle one.

Marshall Bright

Jun 15, 2019

I Didn’t Expect to Have a Roommate in My 30s—But Here’s Why I’m Loving It

I had certain expectations for where I'd be at the cusp of 30, and I thought they didn't involve still having to label my cheese.

Marshall Bright

Jun 8, 2019

The Surprising Thing People Say They Miss The Most When They Move

Moving down the block or across town is stressful enough, but nothing compares to a long-distance move. Those Herculean tasks always remind me of an hilarious Hyperbole and a Half comic: Author Allie Brosh’s excellently described her move from Montana to Oregon as “nearly as stressful and futile as trying to run away from lava in swim fins.” Packing up all your belongings is one thing. Relocating nearly everything in your adult life—utilities, friendships, jobs, etc.

Marshall Bright

Jun 2, 2019

The Best Apartment Hunting Advice, According To Reddit

These tips'll help you make sure you've actually found Apartment Right, not just Right Now.

Marshall Bright

Jun 1, 2019

The Things You Need to Do Right This Second If You Are Moving This Summer

Moving is already a pain under the best circumstances, but there are even more reasons to dread it during the summer. It’s when the vast majority of moves take place, says Adam Doron, CEO of Unpakt, a booking and pricing site for movers. Because demand is high, prices are often at a premium and logistics are trickier than in other times of the year. But you don’t have to abandon your possessions curbside, Oregon Trail-style.

Marshall Bright

May 18, 2019

The One Thing You Should Never Get Rid of from Your First Apartment

These will come in handy in the future.

Marshall Bright

May 16, 2019

12 Etsy Finds For A More Organized, Stylish Home, Picked Out By Their Trend Expert

If you’ve just done a Marie Kondo-inspired purge or are midway through our January Cure, why not reward yourself for your newly-immaculate space with something beautiful and useful. We asked Etsy’s head of trends, Dayna Isom Johnson, to pick out her personal favorite organization buys from their marketplace. Ahead, twelve pieces for every part of your home, for a more organized, stylish 2019. “Never misplace your keys again when opting for these color-coordinated keychains.

Marshall Bright

May 3, 2019

The Sill Now Has A Monthly Subscription Box (and We Tried It)

Houseplants have gone from an accessory to a lifestyle, and having a wall full of plants is becoming more “millennial” than millennial pink. The only thing that could make it more trendy? If there was a subscription box associated with it. Well, wonder no further when such a thing will exist—The Sill has launched a Plant Parent Club.

Marshall Bright

May 3, 2019

These Living Room Buys Look Fancy—But They’re All from Amazon

Recently, we teamed up with Amazon to bring you some first apartment essentials. When you have to start from almost nothing, it’s hard not to look towards budget. But rather than going generic, we found useful, design-forward buys that are also budget-conscious. Of course, you don’t need to be moving, or even in your first apartment, to want some of these affordable buys. Here are some of our favorites perfect for your living room, or anywhere you might want to hang out.

Marshall Bright

May 3, 2019

The Fundamentals: Shop 5 Tiny But Perfect Studios

Everything you need to get the look of some of our most popular spaces.

Marshall Bright

Apr 11, 2019

Prepare for Brighter Nights & Mornings with Target’s Flash Sale on Blackout Curtains

Longer days are great–until it's time to go to sleep and the sun's still shining.

Marshall Bright

Mar 8, 2019

Urban Outfitters Is Launching Six Furniture Collections For Spring–Here Is A Sneak Peek

Major blizzards or no, spring is on its way. And the first harbinger of warmer months? Spring collections rolling out at stores. Like a breath of fresh air after a long winter, it’s the perfect excuse to revive your space with pieces that are lighter, brighter, or just plain newer feeling. Urban Outfitters began to quietly roll out their spring collection last week, and while the full collection won’t be online for a few more weeks, much of it is available now.

Marshall Bright

Jan 29, 2019

The One Thing I Bought (& Still Use!) After KonMari-ing My Entire Home

I read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up in 2014, shortly after it was released in the United States. I had never read a self-help-style book, but I had always struggled with clutter and felt like I was being pulled in two directions: I wanted to live in hotel room-like minimalism, but I also loathed getting rid of things.

Marshall Bright

Jan 17, 2019

These Amazon Dining Room Buys Are Great for First Apartments–And Beyond

When it comes to buying furniture, some pieces stay with you for a year or two, and some for a lifetime. But when it comes to buying furniture on a budget, more can fall into the former camp. And while some inexpensive options might be required to get started while you save up for more investment pieces, it’s also nice when those inexpensive pieces can grow with you.

Marshall Bright

Sep 29, 2018

10 Things That Say ‘Home’ To Blogger (and Now Food Network Star) Molly Yeh

10 things that say home to the blogger and Food Network star.

Marshall Bright

Jun 22, 2018

This Etsy Store Is The Ultimate IKEA Hack

No nails, hammers or paint required.

Marshall Bright

Apr 14, 2018

Oh Joy’s Latest Target Collection Is All Spring-Ready Paper Goods

For anyone who was sad to see the final Oh Joy for Target decor collection released this past fall, we have some good news. As it turns out, the whimsical patterns and colors aren’t totally gone from Target stores, they’re just in a new (disposable) form. On Sunday, Oh Joy! For Cheeky launched online and in select Target stores. The line of disposable plates, bowls, and cups come in a variety of prints perfect for spring, summer, and beyond. “I love celebrations.

Marshall Bright

Feb 26, 2018

Chip & Joanna’s Spring Collection for Target Is a Breath of Fresh Air

While the end of Fixer Upper may have dashed our dreams of getting our very own shiplap makeover courtesy of Chip and Joanna, their collection with Target has been one way we can emulate the duo’s farmhouse chic aesthetic. Their collaboration with Target was first announced in September of last year, and this is the second time the line has undergone a “refresh” with seasonally-pegged items.

Marshall Bright

Feb 16, 2018