Ideas Inspiration

It saves money, too!

You can score some seriously stylish decor at the craft store.

It's not too hard to see why they all selected this signature hue.

Stop settling for ugly appliances!

Wait until you see the "after" photos!

Bye-bye to beige — hello to these stunning patterns.

Part medieval, part glam.

And you don't need any floor space for it, either.

It’s a best-seller for a reason!

We tested over 20 models.

I don’t know if I’ve ever left T.J. Maxx with just one thing — I might go looking for something specific, but invariably I’ll discover something else along the way that I didn’t even know I needed. However, there’s one item I’ll never buy anywhere else: cute cat bowls.My senior cat, Phoebe, needs to eat her dry food from elevated bowls that tilt towards her for her digestion.

You’ll get the most bang for your buck — and time — here.

I can’t believe I didn’t try this sooner!

You won’t believe the gems she found!

Why buy an upholstered headboard when this cozy alternative starts at $20?

All featured in real homes that Apartment Therapy has toured over the years.

They might become your new favorites, too.

It’s my best time-saving tip!

#4 is so smart.

This is one of the most ingenious small-space styling hacks I’ve seen in a while!

The cutest coastal accent that would work in any space.

Paint did the heavy lifting in this transformation.

The small-space sleepers you (and your guests) will love.

Prices start at just $20!

And trust me, it’s way easier than you think!

Sometimes the strangest things are the ones you remember.

And it’s good-looking, too!

I'm in love (and so is my cat!)

Here’s why you might want to downsize your kitchen island.

The living room textile you never knew you needed!

It's 10/10 in my opinion!

Now why didn’t I think of that?

It involves color — and a bit of texture.

It’s bold but works so well with rustic elements, too.

This list will convince you to go gray (and not regret it!).

As it turns out, blackout curtains do a lot more than block light.

Stock up because these are so good!

The layout ideas alone are genius!

Watch out for these pitfalls!

This is the one item you'll never find in a designer's home.

And they’re under $10 a pop!

All straight out of real homes in our archive.

Whether you’re aiming to decorate your home on a budget or shop more sustainably, I always advocate for a trip to your local thrift store. Buying home decor secondhand is often more cost-effective than buying new. It’s also an easy way to add warmth, character, and lived-in patina to your space. That said, not all thrifted items are created equally. The key? “Edit harder than you shop,” says interior designer Justin Q. Williams of Trademark Design Co.

This trend is Olympian-approved!

Castlecore, but make it softer and more livable.

It’s easier than you think to pull off, and it looks great!

It's a move that even designers are doing.

Her new book has all the details.

All featured in our real house tour archive.

It's still getting compliments nearly 20 years later!

And a simple furniture upgrade, too.

Pattern drenching makes this awkward attic into a beautiful office space.

It’s so easy but so impactful.

You can find them for a song just about anywhere.

All the small-space-friendly sofas we love.