No need to fret or sweat over which kind of rug to get to add a little spice to your ____ room. Go with this bold choice—it's surprisingly classic and these rooms prove it.

Adrienne Breaux

Sep 11, 2019

Seriously, What's the Difference Between Cane, Wicker, and Rattan?

There's something about this woven furniture and accessories that makes any room feel like it's summer year-round.

Kelsey Mulvey

Sep 9, 2019

30 Home Hacks Everyone Should Know by 30

Psst... you can pick up great design tips at any age.

Kelsey Mulvey

Sep 8, 2019

5 Genius Hacks to Fake Your Way to a Brighter Room

We're shining a light on this dreary design dilemma.

Sarah Lyon

Sep 8, 2019

9 of the Most Gorgeous Entryways We’ve Ever Seen

These nine homes don't just have good-looking entryways, they have one-of-a-kind spaces that match their home's personality perfectly.

Adrienne Breaux

Sep 6, 2019

4 Super Simple Ways to Fake an Open-Concept Layout

Don't worry, there's life after the open-concept floor plan.

Sarah Lyon

Sep 5, 2019

5 Genius Decorating Tips, According to Art Teachers

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Get into the back-to-school spirit by hitting the refresh button on your home.

Ann Loynd Burton

Aug 22, 2019

Beyond the Pale: The Grown Up Way to Do Blue & Pink

Pantone's choice of Serenity and Rose Quartz as co-colors of the year in 2016 did a lot to rescue this pairing from the nursery, but this post is not about sweet, pastel shades.

Nancy Mitchell

Aug 21, 2019

6 Beautiful Bedroom Trends That Will Take Over 2019

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Ready to hit the refresh button on your bedroom? These trends will look good well into the New Year.

Kelsey Mulvey

Aug 16, 2019

Three Things to Splurge On for Your Living Room, And Two Things You Can Save On

They say that money can't buy you love but sometimes, it can buy some great living room style.

Kelsey Mulvey

Aug 13, 2019

Get The Look: Iron Man/Tony Stark’s Man Cave

You may have drooled along with us at Tony Stark’s dream garage and workshop. Turns out some of the tech is actually quite achievable. Unfortunately we don’t mean the fantastical suit of armor, fanciful interactive 3D user interface, the sports cars, or the kickass space. But there’s plenty of daily tech in use that is quite attainable. Come check out Iron Man’s man cave!Tony Stark’s workspace is a man’s dream realized for the movies.

Jason Yang

Aug 10, 2019

4 Major Style Lessons I Learned from Amsterdam

How to bring the Dutch spirit into your design routine.

Samantha Leal

Aug 9, 2019

Meet the Cloffice: 8 Offices that Store Clothes, Too

Never underestimate the power of a well-accessorized home office.

Sarah Lyon

Aug 5, 2019

Our 35 Best Gray Living Room Ideas of All Time

From dove to charcoal and everything in between, these are the best gray paint colors for your living room.

Caroline Biggs

Aug 5, 2019

What is Sage Green? Everything You Need to Know About the Trending Color

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Thanks to this soothing shade, it's pretty easy being green.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 28, 2019

These Fabulous Fringe Accessories Look Luxe, but They’re All Under $100

They're trendy, pretty, and relatively affordable.

Karen Marsala

Jul 25, 2019

Everything You Need to Know About Chic Marble Accessories

Love marble as much as we do? These accessories are an easy way to bring a sleek edge to your space.

Karen Marsala

Jul 19, 2019

10 Paint Mistakes Designers are Tired of You Making

Get your space back on track with these helpful tips.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 19, 2019

10 Easy (But Cool) Ways to Style Your Dining Table, According to Designers

You don't need to have a dinner party to create a gorgeous tablescape.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 18, 2019

7 Ways to Fake High Ceilings In Your Home That Might Even Fool You

You can't always get what you want, but you can use your design chops to hack your way to your dream house.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 18, 2019

40 Black Rooms That Make You Want to Go to the Dark Side

Goodbye, neutrals. Hello, bold, beautiful black rooms.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 17, 2019

7 Beautiful Ways to Decorate Your Bathroom Walls

Want to zhuzh up your bathroom walls, but don't know where to start? Let these rooms give you design inspiration.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 16, 2019

Interior Designers are Already Over These Big 2019 Trends

Trends come and go—and these four fads have already had their 15 minutes of design fame.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 15, 2019

Forget Rainbow-Colored Shelves: 7 Ways to Display Your Books

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If color-coded shelves feel played out, feast your eyes on these stunning alternatives.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 14, 2019

Here's Proof That Wall-to-Wall Carpets are Wonderful

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Believe it or not, wall-to-wall carpets aren't as awful as they're cracked up to be. Style your carpet to perfection with these savvy tips.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 13, 2019

Add Tons of Personality to Your Home with Oil Portraits

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Give the classic art style a modern twist with these tips.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 12, 2019

It's Official: Disco Balls are Making a Comeback

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Put the spotlight on your space with these illuminating tips.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 11, 2019

How to Style a Rug in Your Kitchen

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The kitchen rug trend isn't going anywhere anytime soon, so here's how to incorporate it into your space.

Sarah Lyon

Jul 11, 2019

8 Bright Ways to Use String Lights in Your Home

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Let your home shine bright with these smart design tips.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 10, 2019

Why This Rug is Still So Popular on Pinterest

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Plus, five fresh ways to bring this viral design trend to your home.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jul 10, 2019

10 Genius Plant Decor Ideas to Refresh Your Space

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Want to take your plant parent status to the next level? Check out these modern ways to decorate with your greens.

Caroline Biggs

Jul 9, 2019

13 Super Secret Stair Storage Ideas

Underneath the stairs lies a great abyss known as unused space in most homes. Check out this list of 13 inspirational ideas to kick-start how to use your stairs, steps, and angles to your best small space advantage!In no particular order, here are our favorite 13 ways to efficiently use your staircase space: Stair Drawers: When you think about it, directly underneath your steps are layers of unused space. So why not add functionality to those common rectangles by transforming them into drawers?

Tiffany Finley

Jul 1, 2019

33 Best Small Space Design Tips

A few months ago, we asked you to share your fave small space design tips and there were some great ideas! We loved your suggestions and enthusiasm and definitely picked up some fab tips for our own small space. After the jump, check out the compiled list and pick up a tip or two.4 Tips For Making a Small Office Feel Big 1) If you have a small space use small pieces that fit the scale of the apartment. Your space will feel bigger.2) Keep it clean!3) Get rid of the clutter.

Rebecca Orlov

Jun 8, 2019

100 DIY Ideas for the 3-Day Weekend

It’s the start of the first three day weekend of the summer, so in keeping with (and expanding upon!) recent Apartment Therapy tradition, we put together a big list of DIY projects to consider for the days ahead. From crafting to cleaning, renovating to relaxing, there is an idea here for everyone – 100 to be exact! Join Us on Pinterest:Apartment Therapy Learn to make your pics prettier: How To Instantly Improve Your Photos Give your dining chairs a new (tufted!

Janel Laban

Jun 5, 2019

The Catalogs We Actually LOVE to Flip Through

While some decor catalogs might seem like mail clutter, truth be told, many are still a ripe source of inspiration—if you know which ones to look for. Filled with beautifully styled rooms and up-and-coming design trends, these catalogs are actually worth a look, unlike much of what hits our mailboxes. To prove our point, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite store catalogs for your consideration.

Caroline Biggs

Jun 5, 2019

#2: ELVARLI Storage System

IKEA says: Whether for a walk-in wardrobe, hallway solution or a business, ELVARLI storage system provides open storage that’s easy to get just right, while looking nice. ELVARLI storage system is the result of some innovative development at IKEA to create flexible, beautiful and lightweight storage. ELVARLI storage system is elegantly designed with attention to small details like seamless joints and invisible fittings.

Dabney Frake

Jun 5, 2019

#9: BARKABODA Wood Countertop

IKEA’s description: The herringbone pattern has a beautifully pleasing geometry to the eye. In BARKABODA countertop the pattern in dark brown wood adds true elegance to the kitchen. The countertop is made durable with a layer of solid wood that covers a particleboard core. This technique not only gives a genuine expression of solid wood, but is a good environmental choice as it’s resource-efficient.

Dabney Frake

Jun 5, 2019

Rooms In Bloom: 14 Fabulous Floral Arrangements from Our House Tours

Fresh flowers are one of life’s ultimate indulgences: they’re beautiful, they’re fabulous, they’re gone before you know it. Here are 14 gorgeous, ephemeral arrangements from our House Tours and a discussion of just what makes them work so well— besides their own gorgeousness, of course… Danielle’s Charming, Classic Chicago Walk-Up: Ranunculus Ah, the sweetest little cabbages of the floral world.

Tess Wilson

May 19, 2019

Before & After: Black and White Stripe Linoleum Floor

Attention, all you renters out there: this is an easy, affordable, and ultra-stylish way to upgrade your dingy rental floors. We have been meaning to do something like this ourselves for quite some time, and seeing this project by Orlando Soria on Design*Sponge totally got us all jazzed up to copy her.

Cambria Bold

May 8, 2019

How to Make Your Own Liquid Laundry Soap

Dr. Bronner’s Pure Castile Soap claims 18 cleaning uses in one bottle. One of those is laundry soap. Want to know how to make your own using only a cup of Dr. Bronner’s per 64 loads? Check it out: This laundry soap doesn’t create suds, but it doesn’t need to in order to get your laundry clean. 1 cup Dr. Bronner’s pure castile liquid soap1 cup baking soda2 cups water1/3 cup salt Warm the water and mix with salt and baking soda until dissolved.

Regina Yunghans

May 7, 2019

Creative New Uses for Plant Stands

As someone who has a tough time keeping indoor plants alive, I knew I would never use my antique plant stand for its intended purpose. Instead, it is used to hold an iron kettle (Image 10). Occasionally I shove some cut flowers in the kettle but that’s about as green as my plant stand gets. It seems I am not the only one who has found alternative uses for plant stands.

Catrin Morris

May 6, 2019

Before & After: Boy’s Bedroom Redo

Michele’s son had outgrown his room’s decor, and everyone was sick of the orange, purple and red color scheme. It took a couple of weeks to re-do it completely, using a lot of what they already owned, plus adding a few new things to the mix. The goal was to keep it affordable and simple.This room might win the award for the most handmade things in one space.

Dabney Frake

May 5, 2019

Before & After: A Moroccan Pattern Stenciled Bathroom

This relatively plain bathroom got a major face lift with something that looks as good as wallpaper, but is actually impeccably painted, DIYed stencil handiwork. While that has a huge impact on the space, there are a few other east improvements that A Pumpkin and a Princess implemented that helped transform the room — can you spot them?Crystal from A Pumpkin and a Priness set out to makeover her guest bathroom, all on her own.

Rachel Wray Thompson

May 5, 2019

Before & After: Kids’ Bathroom Gets Board & Batten Treatment

This bathroom isn’t terribly awful — but it isn’t terribly interesting, either. Come see what some new lighting, a framed-out mirror, and some board and batten walls can do for a rather ho-hum bathroom.Jenny from Project Maddox was determined to tackle her kids’ bathroom and make it just a little less “just moved in” and give it a more custom look.

Sarah Dobbins

May 5, 2019

Before & After: Coffee Table Turned Tufted Ottoman

Brooke, from the home décor blog Inside-Out Design, started with this run-of-the-mill old coffee table, and with some ingenuity and a lot of handiwork, she and her husband transformed it into a one-of-a-kind hand-tufted ottoman.Brooke used West Elm’s Ikat Print by the Yard fabric as inspiration for completely transforming the coffee table.

Rachel Wray Thompson

May 5, 2019

Before & After: Little Boy’s Room Gets a Creative New Look

I love it when kids’ rooms look like, well… a room fit for a kid! This is a great example of a clean, organized, yet creative space for a little one to flourish.Kara Rosenlund designed this room to be a cheerful, relaxed space perfect for a growing little boy. From the dramatic floor-to-ceiling chalkboard walls, to the sunny ceiling fan, to the “grass” rug on the floor, there’s no risk of mistaking this room for a serious grownup space.

Sarah Dobbins

May 5, 2019

Before & After: Kid’s Corner Gets a Mini (Mario!) Makeover

Katja gives full instructions, along with photos of the process, over at her blog, Shift Ctrl ART Thanks so much Katja — both projects look great!

Dabney Frake

May 5, 2019

Get Laken’s Look!: DIY Dorm Bed Canopy Project

Yesterday we saw the reveal of Wash U freshman Laken’s spruced up new digs. Today, Laken is showing us how she created the custom bed canopy shown above. If you like the look, you can make one for yourself! Materials Large 24″ diameter embroidery hoop Two curtain panels (we used one package of IKEA Vivan, for $9.

Dabney Frake

May 5, 2019

Easy & All Natural Wallpaper Removal Tip: Use Vinegar and Hot Water

Over the holidays, I finally started on the spare bedroom in my Mom’s house. It has not seen any decorating love since the 80’s, and it was time to strip the wallpaper and give the walls a fresh coat of paint. I was a little apprehensive because I had never removed wallpaper before, but I soon realized it was more tedious than difficult. I also learned that it was a job that could be made easier with our favorite friend: white vinegar.

Kate Legere

May 4, 2019

How To Make Dip-Dyed & Painted Paper Lanterns

Taking inspiration from the IKEA summer catalog and Designers Guild, I decided to dip dye paper lanterns to replace the grubby, aging ones currently hanging from my balcony. The 4th of July holiday gave me a good deadline to finally get this DIY project off the back burner. This is one of the cheapest and easiest DIY projects that I have done.

Claire Bock

May 4, 2019

Before & After: A Floral & Fashionable Bathroom Refresh

Little powder rooms can pack a punch. Case in point: Emily of Cupcakes and Cashmere recently redid a tiny bathroom in her house, and decided not to play it safe. The results are impressive: I think it’s safe to say that this oversized floral wallpaper from Ellie Cashman is a show stopper and, when paired with the marble vanity and gold accents, makes for a glamorous and timeless room.

Dabney Frake

May 4, 2019

Before & After: Back Steps Become a Stairway of Heaven

Once you’ve groaned at the title of this post (go ahead, I know you want to), click on over to see Gemma’s DIY fix for the back steps down to her basement. An IKEA rug just happened to be the exact width of Gemma’s stairs, which made it an irresistible choice for a quick DIY runner. Finished off with some nailhead trim, it’s now a chic little entrance. (Plus, Gemma hopes the dark rug helps hide tracked in dirt.

Dabney Frake

May 4, 2019

Before & After: 1979 Airstream Gets A Revamp

Mackenzie and Blaine from The Local Branch were looking for a work studio that they could take on the road. They found this 1979 Airstream Sovereign Land Yacht 32′, gutted it, and got to work creating the studio of their dreams. They painted the yellowing walls a crisp white, laid down a floating wood floor, replaced a large broken window, built out the cabinets, and installed locker cabinets, a sewing machine and upper planters.

Kate Legere

May 4, 2019

How To Properly Light a Bedroom

At first glance, the bedroom seems the least important room in the home, in terms of lighting. After all, we’re not really working in there much (unless it doubles as an office), and the primary goal of the space is to support sleep— which requires an intentional lack of light.

Eleanor Büsing

May 4, 2019

How to Properly Light a Bathroom

As with the kitchen, the bathroom is a “work room,” and therefore one of the most important spaces in the home to get lighting right. They also tend to be smaller than all the other rooms in our home, and don’t have as many (or as large) windows. Careful consideration of the General, Task and Accent lighting we add to this room will pay dividends in how the area functions and feels.

Eleanor Büsing

May 4, 2019

Do You Like It Big in the Bedroom?: Oversized Art

The bedroom is a great place to make an impact…with oversize art. Fewer windows and, often, a tendency to leave the walls blank is an opportunity to add a focal point with one big, grand piece of art. Top Row 1. A colorful, abstract painting brings focus to the center of this vibrant bedroom. Real Living magazine featuring Andrew O’Brien artwork (available here) 2. A monochromatic room is punctuated with an ironic canvas. Tamara Magel Home on Houzz 3.

Claire Bock

May 4, 2019

DIY Fall Decor: All Gold Everything

Fall is officially here, and everything is coming up gold. From garlands and wreaths to pumpkins and pears, read on for simple ways to DIY this metallic into your home for the season. TOP ROW: 1. Falling leaves garland from 6th Street Design School. 2. Gilded acorns available to buy from Light of Day Creations on Etsy, but an easy thing to DIY! 3. Gold-painted branches from Popsugar. 4. DIY no-sew burlap table runner from Inspired by Charm. 5. Gold-dipped log candleholder DIY on the Etsy blog.

Eleanor Büsing

May 4, 2019

The One Space for Storage You’re Probably Not Using

I’m always interested in what the kids these days are doing in their dorm rooms. Yes, I realize that statement makes me sound like a geriatric. But seriously, were there ever so many dorm-dedicated brands and options ten—even five—years ago? I look at Instagram, lookbooks and big box circulars longingly. But you know what? There are some great storage ideas and products for the rest of us disguised in all that college ‘ish. Ya feel?

Danielle Blundell

May 4, 2019

15 Clever Things You Didn’t Know You Really Needed in Your Kitchen

Are you thinking about remodeling your kitchen? Here are 15 clever details you might want to consider adding. They’re all elegant solutions that make life in the kitchen just a little bit easier, and we wouldn’t blame you one bit if you want them all. Built-in, pull out cutting boards. From Residence Magazine via Nordicspace. Even better, a pull-out cutting board right about the trash bin, to make sweeping away scraps super-easy. By Gary Wafford.

Nancy Mitchell

May 4, 2019

Brilliant Ways to Use Drawer Pulls & Handles You’ve Never Thought Of

The options are endless.

Dabney Frake

May 4, 2019

Before & After: A New Bathroom, 3 Hours & $150 Later

Erin of Earnest Home Co. admits that small changes aren’t her specialty. Once she focuses on a room, it’s usually all or nothing. So simply sprucing up her small bathroom was a decided challenge, one she did with only $150 and a couple of hours one afternoon. Since the tile and floor wasn’t going anywhere soon, she focused on the little things she could change out easily.

Dabney Frake

May 4, 2019

Worth a Fix: Common Ways You Might Be Getting Window Treatments Wrong

Windows — and their coverings — are a big part of your home’s design. Are you getting yours right? There are a lot of ways you can go wrong with window treatments in your home. Here are seven to look out for. Like the look of sheers but can’t sleep because they let too much street light in? Love the look of big, thick drapes but wish you had more of a breeze in your home?

Adrienne Breaux

May 4, 2019

How Gallery Walls are Like Cats (And Why Your Home Probably Needs One)

There's no such thing as an awkward space in the post-gallery wall world, because you can arrange a collage of frames to skillfully attack the proportions of any sized wall.

Taryn Williford

May 3, 2019

Zero Cost Ways to Make Your Open Kitchen Shelves Look Better

Open kitchen shelving is a charming little minx. She’ll talk you into bringing her home, swaying you with the promise of beautiful displays of glassware and ceramics. “It’s bohemian and cool,” she’ll say. But after too long, she gets comfortable and starts to look, well, messy. The secret to keeping the spark alive in your open-shelf romance? Working hard every day to make sure that your shelves and the things on them are well-styled.

Taryn Williford

May 3, 2019

Half-Painted Walls That Are All-the-Way Gorgeous

It’s a wall painting trend that comes and goes: The half-painted wall. (Or, like the famous “Is the glass half full or half empty?” question, you could also consider these half unpainted walls). Whichever way you look at it, only painting half of a wall isn’t putting in half the design effort; it’s creating bold style with well-placed color. These rooms showcase just how beautiful and sophisticated this painting idea can be.

Adrienne Breaux

May 3, 2019