We’re well into patio season, and people are heading outside in droves (as long as the heat and humidity stay at bay). The grills are fired up, and the dirt has been cleared off of decks and outdoor furniture sets. Is your backyard dinner party-ready, though? No worries if not — it’s not too late! … Read more
Whether you’re a renter or a homeowner, it’s important to make the place you live look and feel like home. Paint is often the best way to make your home feel like yours, and for good reason — it’s fun, DIY-friendly, and affordable. Walls typically top the list of popular places to paint in a … Read more
What are the paint colors that are making designers flip at the moment? Well, as it turns out, a bunch of different shades are topping their lists. Here, a handful of pros share the unexpected hues they’ve been using lately or are eager to try in their next big decorating projects. It’s possible you’ve maybe … Read more
As a creative type, any “artistic” outlet like writing a poem or knocking out a page in an adult coloring book is crucial for my self-care and reducing my anxiety levels. As a promise to myself in 2021, especially after 2020 deprived many of us of so much, I’ve been allotting 30 minutes each morning … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. July is all about decorating with bold color here at Apartment Therapy, so you’ve probably noticed a lot of colorful inspiration coming your way. In a recent house tour, Rich O’Gorman put his wildly whimsical home in the … Read more
No two colorful spaces look the same, and the following living rooms prove that color can make a home shine in a variety of ways, even if it’s used subtly. I spoke with nine experts who each shared their favorite vibrant spaces from their portfolios as well as the inspiration behind the design. Whether you’re … Read more
Designing a kitchen that suits your needs, looks stylish, and is within budget may feel like a daunting task. So I polled top designers on the features that make a kitchen shine, as well as those that can cause more stress in the long run. Here, decorating experts weigh in on the most important thing … Read more
Whether you’re decorating a narrow living room, bedroom, or dining area, it can be challenging to determine a furniture layout that best highlights your space without making it feel even more cramped than it already is. You may worry about guests bumping into things or wonder where to place certain accent pieces, but don’t fret … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Forget cluttered medicine cabinets and plastic bins galore. If you’re a product junkie struggling to find a method for corralling all of your lotions, potions, and lip glosses, don’t worry: There are plenty of ways to stylishly and … Read more
It was the 2005 film “Little Manhattan” that first made me consider the desirability of fireplaces in New York City apartments. In one scene, pre-teen city kids Rosemary and Gabe go on an apartment showing that boasts a WBF (a wood-burning fireplace), as a precocious Rosemary calls it. Ever since, I’ve dreamed of the day … Read more