Decorating

We're calling it "Pinterest Green."

Whether it’s the walls or the accessories, the colors in my room can give me a synesthetic color reaction.

The capsule-shaped chair aims to block out noise and distractions.

... and you can totally find it on Amazon for cheap!

You won't believe what this DIY involves!

The cherry atop a design sundae!

You probably haven't thought of these!

Not all sliding mirror closet doors are created equal. For example, our new home is equipped with mirrored sliding doors, and while they’re not awful, we definitely want to revamp them (or take them out altogether). Our 5 ideas for dealing with sliding mirror closet doors (and don’t forget to weigh in with your suggestions). Apply vinyl decals like these or these to distract from the look of mirrored closet doors.

It’s an exciting time to be choosing a kitchen color scheme. Not only have we seen a lot of fresh trends emerge in recent years, but bold and playful hues are ever more welcome in this traditional space. If you’re a color lover looking to branch out in your kitchen this year, you might want to take a peek at this surprising color combo to see if it’s right for you.

Plus, it's rental-friendly and helps boost natural light, too!

Move over, shelfies; there’s a new trend in town. At Apartment Therapy, we spend a lot of our time talking about how to make your kitchen a more beautiful place. How to make a statement with your backsplash. How to spruce up your kitchen floors with a runner. But how to beautify your pantry? Not so much. When it comes to design, the pantry is really a forgotten spot. Sure, there are plenty of pantries organized to perfection, but a beautiful design has never been a huge priority.

Tight corners, the space under your stairs, the tops of cabinets—these awkward spaces are the great equalizers of design. We all deal with some or all of these things in our homes no matter what our budgets look like. Money may certainly give you more decorating options, but sometimes ingenuity is really all it takes to conquer these tricky areas. Here are some ideas to help you tackle your “dead zones”.

Your home is your haven, and you deserve to be happy in it, no matter how much money you make, how big your space is, or how much you know or don’t know about decorating. The good news is there are tiny tweaks you can make to boost your mood in your house, and none of them cost a fortune. Some of them are scientific, so you might not even understand how or why the happy hits you. Just go with it—and the rest of these strategies for feeling your best in your nest.

We know that it’s not always easy to visualize the possibilities of adding more into a small home, so here are some of our favorite posts—from roundups to Maxwell’s pro tips to a collection of small space house tours—to help you carve out a home office space when you’re short on space in general. Yes, You Can Fit A Home Office Into Your Tiny Home Try a small desk next to the sofa in place of an end table, as seen on Design Sponge.

I spotted the living room above in a recent Brooklyn house tour and instantly loved it. You can immediately see that it’s a balanced, well-appointed space. The arrangement is conducive for conversation, it feels sophisticated, and all the elements marry together beautifully. Not only do I think it’s a living room worth getting inspired by, it’s a living room that could be achieved on a budget and fit with many different styles.

The dining room — or in smaller homes, the “dining area” — has become a forgotten, cluttered spot in many homes. With our tables piled with old mail collecting dust, many of us eat our meals in front of Netflix or on the go. But whether you entertain guests or cook meals for one, you deserve a beautiful spot in your home just for enjoying eating a meal.

One item can completely transform a room!

Have hardly any money to spend on your home decor? Have NO money to spend on your decor? It might seem impossible to design a home that won’t end up looking like your budget was zero, but it is possible to get creative and design a home that still looks great despite your small (or non-existent) budget. Here are some of our favorite tips. Really work on designing your spaces to optimize each room’s flow and feeling.

Move over, navy blue velvet!

After only a few months on the market, the unusually shaped Roundhouse in Deanshanger, England, listed for £900,000 ($1.1 million) is now sold, subject to contract. The home was featured on “Grand Designs,” a British TV series highlighting people building their dream homes themselves, in 2014. During the episode in the fourteenth season of the show, the property was described as a “giant wooden spaceship, ” Curbed noted.

This bathroom staple looks chic all throughout the house.

One small tweak can really open up your space.

And it's available on Amazon, too.

It's so easy!

Put a little more happy into your home, too.

Tried-and-true ways to live larger in a small space.

We see—and hear—you!

What's old is new—again!

Forget the rules—it worked for me!

You might already be shopping there and just have no idea.

Even just one of these ideas will make a big difference!

A bench is a good option, but it's not the only one.

Start your Craigslist search now!

Yes, they have a new book out, and yes, it's good!

Have you met IVAR?

Your ideas were too good not to share!

Like "Beauty in the Beast," only IRL!

More is more—but make it intentional.

You'll want to do this DIY everywhere.

No art? No problem!

Here’s how to make It work!

And it's cheaper, too!

Talk about a glow up!

Love a pull-together bed but don't care for the fuss of multiple throw pillows? We have an idea for you.

Change it up with one of these fun ideas.

You can use leftover paint or wallpaper for it!

When it comes to headboards, wide is the way to go.

Pillows, lamps, and more!

We see—and hear—you!

You're going to want to bookmark these items!

Hint: It has to do with storage!

If you're more timeless than trendy, don't go all in on these decorating ideas and materials.

In order to make it happen, you just have to get creative and try carving out a workspace in one of these clever ways.