As you’re bookmarking before and afters and taking careful notes on impressive DIY processes, have you ever stopped to wonder how the spaces look days, weeks, or months later? Did the transformations stick? Did they make way for other, more drastic changes? It’s time to find out. In honor of closing out 2021, Apartment Therapy … Read more
In an era mostly defined by the strengths of neutral tones, it can be tough to remember one simple fact: Color can make a big difference in a space. Whether you’re looking to upgrade an outdated kitchen, overhaul a tired bathroom, or rethink a standard white wall, any rich color can immediately shift the mood. … Read more
Laundry rooms don’t always get the attention they deserve. But they keep entire households running, for starters, and they usually do so when crammed into tight quarters that everyone otherwise overlooks. It’s not until countless hours of work have been logged and the strain prominently shows that they get noticed for what they’re not doing … Read more
One of the only things that can make a successful room makeover feel even better? Pulling off the redo on a shoestring. Over the last year, we’ve watched as people have said, “Hey, this room can use an update!” and went about making it happen with their bare hands and limited budgets. When that space … Read more
Sticking firmly in the camp of optimism, a rental apartment is a shot at creative expression. Sure, you can’t always paint the walls, change the fixtures, remove the tiles, or even choose the next door neighbors, but what’s artistry if not pushing forth a vision anyway? With the right mindset and perhaps a few workarounds, … Read more
Entryways are often referred to as a home’s first impression, and that’s because there’s no avoiding their part in welcoming visitors into a home. Even if you have a feast cooking and music playing and big hugs all around, a lackluster entryway will make its presence known. Given that level of authority, it’s a good … Read more
Bathrooms have a knack for getting away from their users. At first, a black spot of dirty grout doesn’t seem so bad, and neither does awkwardly placed shower rods or old-fashioned vanities. Even the most unfortunate colors have a way of drifting into the background after a while, especially when the focus can stay on … Read more
Good things take time. Sometimes good things take a little money, too. So when it comes to designing bedrooms, it’s no wonder that worthwhile transformations that could take several weekends and some cash can be pushed down the to-do list for projects visitors are more likely to see. As we look back on the best … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Dated kitchens have a way of making an entire house feel dragged down. Thankfully, there are so many ways to push the unsightly details of this neglected space from an otherwise picturesque home. Peel-and-stick surfaces do wonders, for … Read more
November is Family Month on Apartment Therapy! We’re sharing stories all month about families — whether that’s partners, kids, roommates, parents, pets, or plants — from improving your daily relationships or going home for the holidays. Head over here to see them all! A lot goes into being a family member, regardless of where someone falls on … Read more