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It’s all about your perspective. Menno Aden used this concept to create Room Portraits, a series of aerial photos of everyday spaces that look extraordinary when seen from above. • Rooms From Above Apartment Therapy

While remodeling certainly changes your life, it’s not always an option. But there are small changes you can make that will have a big difference in how you feel about your home. • Small Home Changes Apartment Therapy

Growing up, my family hosted annual (and epic) 4th of July BBQs. This year I’ve decided to share some of my favorite music for the 4th which can add a bit of pep to any shindig. • Playlist for the 4th of July Apartment Therapy

If you’re thinking about having a cookout this Independence Day, don’t let your good taste end with the food and drinks. There are tons of great outdoor wares to make your BBQ patriotic and stylish. • Red, White & Blue BBQ Apartment Therapy

Usually the dirtiest things in my home are the ones I forget about completely and, thus, never clean. Luckily, that’s easy to fix; if you have ten minutes, you can get these ten chores done today. • 10 Things To Clean Apartment Therapy

I’m a sporadically responsible homeowner, but things like using sealant never occur to me. To keep your home looking good, here’s a mini-list of surfaces you just might want to seal. • 3 Surfaces to Seal Apartment Therapy

When I walk into a room, there are certain things that trigger great discomfort on a visceral level. What are the things you find in people’s homes that you simply can’t digest, no matter how hard you try? • Design “Allergies” Apartment Therapy

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

One of the design trends we noticed at ICFF this year: rich materials, like gold and marble, used in new, unexpected ways, for a look that’s clean but luxurious like this glass mortar and pestle. • Modern Luxe at ICFF Apartment Therapy

Restaurants know that an enjoyable meal starts with the atmosphere. If you’re looking to bring a bit of that philosophy into your kitchen, check out some inspiring ideas from restaurants… • Inspiration from Restaurants Apartment Therapy

When Ashley and Greg purchased their home they knew a kitchen remodel was in their future. They designed and built a beautiful, modern, and functional space that makes you wonder – is this even the same house?! • All White Kitchen Remodel Apartment Therapy

The kitchen is not just for cooking anymore. For most people, it’s where the majority of their time is spent, sharing meals, doing family projects, and entertaining. And, as it turns out, it’s the place where some are storing their book collections. • Keeping Books in the Kitchen Apartment Therapy

Years later, we are still fans of Julia Child’s pegboard full of pots and pans: it’s practical for small spaces, and keeps your cooking tools at an arm’s reach. For those of you who are thinking of building your own, check out these great examples… • Pegboard Inspiration Apartment Therapy

Dabney has been documenting the renovation of what she dubs “the world’s ugliest condo”. Today she reveals the fresh, renovated kitchen… • Kitchen Renovation Reveal Apartment Therapy

Tired of white, gray, and steel kitchens? If you just want to take a visual vacation and walk on the wild side of kitchen design, we’ve pulled together ten tantalizing kitchens that will brighten your day. • 10 Vibrant Kitchens Apartment Therapy

Could a new kitchen look be as easy as changing your kitchen storage style? If the way you’ve organized your kitchen’s wares was instinctual — you just started with what you know — then it might be time to reevaluate. • Change Up Your Storage Apartment Therapy

We’ve seen many DIY projects featuring corks, but the effect is often shabby chic or country kitchen. This DIY cork trivet is simple, easy and would fit in with a more minimalist look. • DIY Cork Trivet Apartment Therapy

Of all the wonders I saw last week in Tuscany, perhaps the strangest was a courtyard full of blue-painted citrus trees. It is truly the mark of a beautiful landscape that something that might look tacky in the city seemed just-right… • Painting Citrus Trees Apartment Therapy

Here’s a great example of how paint and new cabinet hardware can easily and inexpensively upgrade a kitchen. Now the room looks bright and brand new — with a budget of only $1000. • Dated Kitchen Goes White Apartment Therapy

You can find many useful cooking gadgets and doodads, but a handmade wood cutting board makes for a beautiful and purposeful kitchen accessory. • Handmade Cutting Boards Apartment Therapy

Recently I found myself discussing tile trends with a salesperson at my favorite tile showroom. There’s big news in the tile world. Well, big and little. • Tile Trends Apartment Therapy

Looking to add some pattern or color to your kitchen? Wallpaper as an accent wall, backsplash, or even a kitchen island can make a real statement. Here are 10 kitchens to inspire you: • Wallpapered Kitchens Apartment Therapy

With the rise in open space floorplans, having a neat and tidy kitchen has become increasingly important. Here are our best tips for keeping your kitchen clutter-free and ready for meal prep. • Clutter Free Kitchen Apartment Therapy

This 80’s kitchen was in need of updated appliances, cabinetry, and an overall space adjustment. By taking extra space from rooms adjacent to the kitchen, the kitchen was opened up for a light and bright gourmet chef’s kitchen. • A Kitchen Opens Up Apartment Therapy

Abby recently wrote about “grownup houses” and it made me realize that I do live in a grownup house – one an awful lot like the house where I was raised. And it hit me: for better and for worse, I am turning into my mom one room at a time. • Turning Into My

At High Point Market last month I was pleasantly surprised to discover how much furniture is still made in the US including kitchen cabinetry. Here are 10 made in the USA companies: • Made in the USA Cabinetry Apartment Therapy

In the past ten years it seems that every single kitchen rehab saw the installation of granite countertops. Not only is granite getting a bit tired, it’s also not a very eco-conscious option. Enter Elements to save the day. • Granite Alternative Apartment Therapy

Themed art can easily be cheesy, but when done right it’s pretty charming. Here are 10 examples of the latter for the kitchen – a few include conversions and recipes so they’re useful too! • Kitchen-Themed Artwork Apartment Therapy

Are two colors on your cabinets better than one? It’s a growing trend that has strong design pluses going for it and worth considering for anyone planning a reno or cabinet makeover. • Trend: Bi-Color Cabinets Apartment Therapy

The trend toward keeping backyard livestock in urban areas seems only to be growing. We’ve featured plenty of chicken coop designs in the past, but we loved this homemade coop in a small backyard in LA so much that we wanted to share the story. • Backyard Chicken Keeping Apartment Therapy

When faced with builder-grade or dated cabinets, the first impulse of many new homeowners is to rip them out and start fresh or paint them. Another option for an inexpensive cabinet face lift is replacing the cabinet door inserts. • Cabinet Door Inserts Apartment Therapy

Are you sick of the neon color trend yet? We’re not either! Here are ten projects we’ve recently spied that have great potential for adding some hip pops of neon to your space, that you can make yourself. • Add Pops of Neon Apartment Therapy

Window boxes are great for adding plant life in small spaces. But what if your planter is DOA (dull on arrival)? Here’s a project to create one in under 2 hours. • DIY Window Box Apartment Therapy

Who says you can’t play with your food? From the partnership of Ryosuke Fukusada and Rui Pereira, this waffle iron creates a complete set of dollhouse sized furniture. In waffle form. • Furniture Waffle Iron Apartment Therapy