My ’80s Brick Home Is an Unexpected Sanctuary from the Australian Heat — Here Are the 4 Upgrades We Made

Almost two years ago, my husband and I bought our dream home on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Australia: a 1980s brick house with three bedrooms, two baths, and 2,900-square-foot space. It has all the hallmarks of the era it came from — single-glazed windows, gaps that leaked air, gas appliances, and no insulation in … Read more

See How a Stager Transformed a Cramped Corner into a Functional Living Space

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Sometimes, older buildings that have been converted into condos or apartments can be oddly shaped and sized. That was the case with this particular Madison, Wisconsin, condo located in … Read more

This Five Below Storage Find Doubles as the Cutest Decor (It’s Only $4!)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Raise your hand if you’ve had a hard time finding aesthetically pleasing storage solutions for tight spaces.  That’s the thing with space-saving gadgets, hooks, and bins: They usually don’t … Read more

HomeGoods Is Selling This Century-Old Lamp Style That’s Having a Major Comeback

Olivia Harvey is a freelance writer and award-winning scriptwriter from outside Boston, Massachusetts. She’s a big fan of scented candles, getting dressed up, and the 2005 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice starring Keira Knightley. You can make sure she’s doing okay via…read more

This Ingenious $5 Solution Makes Sharing a Shower So Much Easier

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Whether you live in a dorm or an apartment with roommates, sharing a bathroom is no easy feat. Shower shoes and a caddy for your shampoo, conditioner, and other … Read more