DesignFollow this topic by Lauren Wicks Lauren Wicks Lauren Wicks is a freelance writer and editor based in Birmingham, Alabama. She writes for brands such as VERANDA, Well + Good, Southern Living, and EatingWell, covering all things lifestyle from interior design to food to travel. published Now Dark green shades bring a delicate balance of … Read more
When it comes to trying to make a small apartment feel, well, not small, there are the go-to design tricks you’ve probably heard before: adding mirrors to create more light and depth, hanging oversized art that pulls a room together, and using double-duty furniture to prevent clutter, to name a few. But one overlooked yet … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. It feels like there’s never enough room in the kitchen, especially when you live in a small apartment. Cabinets seem like they are thisclose to bursting open due to a plethora of dishes and appliances stacked on top … Read more
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I spent 10 years living in New York City, during which time the idea of being able to do my own laundry felt like a luxurious pipe dream. It may seem silly to put a chore up on a pedestal like that, but to me, loading up a washing machine with laundry whenever I wanted … Read more
Like a lot of people, I look forward to summer for many reasons: more daylight, fresh produce, the grand total of maybe a week’s worth of perfect 74 degree temperatures —you get my drift. While most people had to go without some of summer’s perks last year, this year it’s possible to make up for … Read more
Savannah West Home Assistant Editor Savannah is a master binge-watcher and home cook. When she’s not testing new recipes or re-watching Gossip Girl, you can find her on Facetime with her grandma. Savannah is a news producer turned lifestyle blogger and professional homebody. She has a bachelors in journalism from Clark Atlanta University, a certification … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. What do you get when you combine West Elm’s newest collection with a 19th century Massachusetts farmhouse, a dreamy Montauk beach home, and a modern Brooklyn townhouse? A jolt of color, patterns, and shapes that totally shake up … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. It’s been almost 15 years since Tempaper, the very first peel-and-stick wallpaper, arrived on the home decor scene. In the decade and a half since, the market has exploded with options, but Tempaper always keeps it interesting with … Read more
Living in an extra tiny bedroom and struggling with how to make your space shine when it fits little more than a mattress? Don’t worry; design pros are here to help. Below, a handful of designers have shared their tried-and-true advice for ways to maximize functionality and style in a teensy sleep space. Some of … Read more