Like the majority of people, I grew up in a home with a neutral-colored exterior. Over the years, my mom swapped off-white for gray and then gray for taupe. While we could appreciate the subtle changes, our suburban home always blended into the sea of neutral homes in the neighborhood. My mom’s exterior paint choices … Read more
In this cute Los Angeles home, the peachy pink, black, white, and burgundy tile, along with the smooth pink tub, are reminiscent of the ’50s. To put a more modern spin on these elements, these renters curated a colorful gallery wall, which is a design element you don’t often see used in a bathroom. This … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Shelby CraneLocation: Boston, MassachusettsType of home: Studio apartmentSize: 200 square feetTime lived in: 1 month, renting Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: I moved into this studio … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you want to take your backyard to the next level, why not bring happy hour to you during your next DIY project this summer? Perfect for entertaining throughout the warmer months, with just a few materials, you … Read more
Luckily, you don’t have to give up your dream of being able to store all your shower necessities inside your shower. There are tons of shower storage ideas that don’t require adhesives and won’t leave residue when removed. Suction cup hooks, for example, are strong, cheap, and reusable. They’re your best bet when it comes … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. It’s almost the dog days of summer. For you, that may mean being uncomfortable in hot temperatures, but for your furry pup, it could mean some seriously sweltering moments. Thankfully, there are plenty of products available to let … Read more
I have a confession: It feels like I’m always cleaning out my closet, or finding things I forgot I owned and will likely never wear again. Not only did my need to wear “outside clothes” plummet last spring; I’ve done plenty of soul-searching about what I even like to wear, and what is comfortable for … Read more
Shifrah Combiths Contributor With five children, Shifrah is learning a thing or two about how to keep a fairly organized and pretty clean house with a grateful heart in a way that leaves plenty of time for the people who matter most. Shifrah grew up in San Francisco, but has come to appreciate smaller town … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Anna and Richard, and two cats, Bob and BarbaraLocation: Lincoln Square — Chicago, Illinois Size: UnsureYears lived in: 3 years, owned “I couldn’t do minimalism if I tried,” confesses Anna, the incredibly cool purveyor of vintage fashion … Read more
In a since-deleted post, the user tried renting out a 160 square foot “micro studio“, which was technically true, but the space only consisted of a bathroom–with a bed inside it. The listing read: “This unit is ideal for a single individual looking to live downtown at an affordable rate, and who does not need … Read more