Decorating

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What’s so bad about a sign declaring you’re standing in a “Cucina Italiana” or a cheeky “Be Our Guest” canvas hanging in a spare bedroom, anyway?

“You messed up, he is never going to leave now, it looks amazing.”

Welcome to Interior Design 101.

And some of them are free!

For the last few years, I’ve been using my smartphone as an alarm. It seemed innocuous enough, until I came upon an alarm clock that I found quite cool and decided to try using it instead of my mobile. The results were surprising. Here are five reasons I’m ditching my smartphone in the bedroom: 1. When your phone goes to bed with you, you spend your last few minutes before sleep staring at a glowing screen. This is bad for falling asleep.

Because minimalism shouldn't mean sparse and cold.

Name: Eulalie (8 months)Location: Townsville, Queensland, AustraliaRoom Size: 3m x 4mBefore becoming a new mom, Claire was a fashion stylist in Sydney. Since then, a surprise to no one after taking this room tour, she has developed a true passion for interior design and styling. What might surprise you is that Eulalie’s nursery was an evolution, starting out as a simple gender neutral room with just the handmade crib (that was Claire’s as a baby!) and a couple of pieces of furniture.

Because replacing the stove is not always realistic.

It oscillates between those recognizable bathroom signs, person-in-dress and person-in-pants.

It's complicated—but don't throw away your Eames chairs yet!

Yes, brown is back. Seriously.

For all the excitement and messes and life that happens in them, our beds are notoriously difficult to clean. Here are some pro tips for effectively cleaning up spills and stains without having to hose the whole thing down in the yard… MATTRESSES: SF Gate has a six-step system for removing stains and odors from pillowtop mattresses. Secret ingredients: vinegar and baking soda (just not at the same time)!

If only we could all be lucky enough to live in a dainty little apartment in France filled with old-world charm.

It's dinner party season.

Yes, it *is* possible.

These decorating tricks will help you gain space in your living room in less than 10 minutes' time.

They're just as beautiful as you'd expect.

This 1950s icon just might be the OG of home hacking.

We asked the editors from our sister site, Kitchn, to share the little things that they do to make their kitchens better on the daily.

Bathroom carpeting is never a good idea, people!

You'll never be on pumpkin pie duty again.

Your guests will think they're sleeping in a fancy suite—even if they're just on a sleeper sofa.

When it comes to setting up a spot for drinks at home, a dresser just might be better than a bar cart.

Here’s some good news: the lived-in, perfectly imperfect look is much more engaging than a totally flawless space.

These paint colors will help you focus and feel calm, cool, and collected while working.

No corners, nooks, or crannies left behind!

Make the most of your cook space by picking the right layout when you renovate.

The extension of Drew Barrymore’s home collection sold at Walmart reflects the season of fall and is more eclectic than ever before through five new patterns.

They're not just for garages!

This home in India is filled with gorgeous mid century pieces, a beautiful carved table, and artwork galore. Spin through the full tour, then take a look around and then recreate your favorite looks using pieces from Bazaar. Vintage Upholstered Teak Side or Accent Chair – $235 – Mid Century armchair circa 1970’s. Newly upholstered in a cozy yet elegant charcoal colored wool felt (unused, just for you!) Solid teak frame with beautifully figured wood.

A new coffee table will transform your living room in an instant—promise!

Barnett launched the Black Artists and Designers Guild, which she describes as a necessary step to bring about the change that the design world is so desperately overdue for.

These 12 design styles span half a millennium.

We spoke to the designer about designing beautiful spaces that are custom-tailored with accessibility and comfort in mind (and certainly look nowhere close to a hospital), the future of the design world, and how Arizona has influenced her design style.

From hand-painted patterns to pink staircases and beyond, these surprisingly savvy ideas will revamp your boring hardwood floors.

Enthusiasts of the classic toy building blocks brand will want to add LEGO’s latest to the holiday wish list.

Wright didn't let his subconscious stop him from enjoying his home, and neither will we.

If you're asking, how can I get the "Game of Thrones" look in my own home, but without all the murdering and dirt? We got you. [Spoilers for season 8]

It requires elaborate planning well in advance, wandering through thrift stores all-year round to find that special spooky something, and spending hours editing to make that Frankenstein mask topper look juuuust right.

Who: Lora Appleton, founder of Kinder Modern design gallery Nominated by: Jaime Derringer, artist and founder of Design Milk Where to follow her: InstagramApartment Therapy’s Class of 2020 Design Changemakers is a specially-selected group of the 20 people in the design world everyone should know about by next year. We asked experts (and you!) to tell us who they think should be included—see the rest of the nominees here.

Cast a spell with these design tips.

Name: Noah (2) Location: Sydney, Australia Room Size: 3.8m x 2.6m With three sons ages 2-12, Simone of Honey & Fizz is an expert at putting together little boys’ rooms. All three of her boys’ rooms are full of graphic patterns, color, and most importantly, fun. Her youngest son, Noah, calls this fantastic space home. Although he has some of his brother’s hand-me-down pieces, one certainly can’t say that his space isn’t special or unique to him.

These cozy outdoor saunas can be placed right in your garden.

Take your bathroom from drab to fab with these standout ideas.

Each one of these homes is 400 square feet or under, but they're all well organized and good looking. Find smart storage solutions, double-duty furniture, and other clever ways to make the most of a small home.

Including a toilet brush that's decorated with dried flowers.

Have decor that doesn't go? Don't worry, we're here to help.

Ditch white walls in favor of one of these cheery options.

For a type-A control freak Aries? Possibly!

Wagner is known for her blog McMansion Hell, but her reach spreads far beyond that.

Hibernation is in full effect.

Don't panic.

You can put the hammer away! These clever ideas won't leave any holes.

Thanks to online shopping, you don’t have to hunt down every last estate sale and local boutique to find those affordable and distinctive pieces you crave.

Bring a bit of nature into your home with these neutral accent pieces.

Thank u, next.

One look at Alexandra Gater's YouTube channel and you'll find a special corner of the internet that's packed to the gills with quippy and cheerful Millennial-geared decorating content.

Name: Ashlae and Thom Location: Denver, Colorado Size: 1,100 sq ft Years lived in: 10 months; Rented Ever thought of what a food blogger’s space would look like if it were crossed with a history buff’s pad?! Well, look no further! In the midst of the hustle and bustle of downtown Denver live food blogger Ashlae and her boyfriend Thom.

Name: Santiago (newborn) Location: Miami, Florida Making room for baby was a bit of a challenge in our 1,000 sq. ft apartment. We not only wanted to welcome our new baby with a cozy nursery, but we also had to incorporate a fully functional working home office for my husband, Carlos Pacheco, CEO of CapturePod. We wanted to create a space with a clean modern vibe with a little edge that Santiago could grow into.

Name: Jared Johnson Location: Eliot; Portland, Oregon Size: 1,800 square feet Years lived in: 2 years; Rented Carefully crafted and thoughtfully designed, Holiday Customs’ distinct aesthetic is the perfect marriage of sleek modern shapes and raw vintage character — all packaged into a ridable work of art. Jared Johnson is the one-man band behind Holiday Custom Motorcycles. After outgrowing his small garage, Jared found a 1800 square foot warehouse in Northeast Portland.

It’s a godsend for those who’d rather not exert too much energy by fumbling around with cumbersome tools and assembly instructions.

Plus, the one items that's actually worth the splurge.

We asked each Atwood sister to find out how similar (or different) they really are.

Thes four tips are like the interior design equivalent to your PSL.

If you take a look at Carmen René Smith's eclectic, warm, no holds barred design-style, it may not come as a surprise that she attributes a mermaid coffee table as one of her earliest inspirations.

Give your cozy corner some flair with these easy tips.

Here are spooky Airbnbs that can be a part that can be your Halloween festivities.

And right now, select lighting is up to 40 percent off.

The rug that finally convinced me to add more color to my apartment.

Velvet isn't going anywhere, and we're not mad about it.

Humphrey's use of ops of color (read: no all-white kitchens), punchy patterns, and a little dose of humor all encompass his modern cosmic Americana style—because, as he explains, design should never be taken too seriously.