Your home should be filled with things you love, regardless of whether or not they all fall into the same interior design style category. In fact, some of the most interesting home decor styles are an amalgamation of more than just one. “People get really worked up about mixing styles, but almost every great room … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. I have a lot of books — as in, they pretty much overtake my tiny apartment. Anyone living the small-space life knows that you have to utilize every inch you can. That’s why I’ve always wanted one of … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Tessa Cooper and Chandler Cooper Location: Springfield, Missouri Size: 550 square feet Type of Home: Apartment Years lived in: 5 years, renting This apartment is the first home my husband, Chandler, and I made together. It was … Read more
The thing is, there’s no real right or wrong answer to any of these questions, and you don’t have to arrive at the answers overnight. Your best strategy is to take your time and learn from the experiences of others. I asked a handful of my coworkers what they wished they had known when putting … Read more
Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.
You’ve signed on the dotted line for your first apartment and finally have a place to call your own. But as you look around, staring at the blank walls and empty space, you might find that excitement fading and the nerves kicking in. This is a big milestone — where do you even start? The … Read more
Whether you’re looking to add a couple of chic elements to your first apartment or want to go all in, there’s no shame in asking for some help. In fact, you can find tons of resources spanning every budget and required design skill level to help you make your interior dreams come true. From free … Read more
Decorating can feel overwhelming — especially when it’s for your first apartment and likely your first time doing it from top to bottom in your own space. So, to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible, we consolidated 32 clever tips — from interior design and small-space experts, as well as the Apartment Therapy … Read more
Ashley Abramson Contributor Ashley Abramson is a writer-mom hybrid in Minneapolis, MN. Her work, mostly focused on health, psychology, and parenting, has been featured in the Washington Post, New York Times, Allure, and more. She lives in the Minneapolis suburbs with her husband and two young sons. Follow Ashley
You want your first apartment to feel like you — but that’s quite a daunting task if you’ve never been responsible for decorating a home before! What happens if you don’t know what, exactly, your interior design style is? If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to finding your style, start below. We … Read more