B&A: A Basic Bar Cart Makes Way for a Luxe Feature Wall for About $500

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.

B&A: A $350 Dining Room Redo Features a Smart IKEA Hack and Other Custom DIYs

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.

B&A: IKEA Hack Built-Ins Bring New Life to a Family Room for Just $800

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.

This TikTok Hack Uses a BILLY Bookcase To Organize a Messy Closet

Canada-based content creator Heather Barnes posted a TikTok hack that shows how to turn a BILLY bookcase into a custom closet. It’s a straightforward project if you’re used to doing DIYs, not to mention it’s budget-friendly — the entire project cost under $200 (basic systems for a small reach-in closet like this can cost $1,000 … Read more

B&A: A Tiny, Dated Kitchen Gets a Layout Overhaul in Fresh Black-and-White

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.

17 Stunning IKEA Hacks that Make the Most of a Plain RAST Dresser

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. When it comes to snagging that perfect piece of furniture that’s just right for your space, nothing beats customizing an existing piece to make it your own. Enter the simple, dependable IKEA RAST dresser. IKEA RAST hacks are … Read more

B&A: A Creative Mix of IKEA Shelves Ups the Functionality of a Cozy Reading Nook

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.

IKEA’s New Collection Celebrates Ramadan and Eid-al-Fitr

In anticipation of this year’s Ramadan festivities, IKEA has released a new range that celebrates spirituality, culture, and diversity. The collection, called HEMBJUDEN, is meant to be used for dinner parties during Eid al-Fitr, the festive three-day period when Muslims end their month-long Ramadan fasting and start gathering with friends and family. The collection includes … Read more