B&A: An Old Table with Office Furniture Vibes Gets a Chic Upgrade for Under $100

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Sometimes, furniture has such distinct style that you can immediately envision the environment where it belongs. That can be cool — like finding a piece that looks like it was transported from a rockstar’s living room or a … Read more

Before and After: A Family Heirloom Lamp Is Renewed and Re-Loved with an $87 DIY

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 $14 Amazon Frame Is One of My Most Luxe-Looking Desk Accents

Blair Donovan Shopping Editor, Style Blair is Apartment Therapy’s Style Shopping Editor, where she covers the latest brand launches, need-to-buys, and anything related to her two unofficial beats — cane and rattan. Whenever she’s not perusing for the latest home finds (a rarity), you’ll probably find her reading, watching a horror film, or on the … Read more

For Long-Term Savings When Decorating, Nothing Beats This Living Room Staple

If the word “slipcover” calls to mind a ruffley, chintz chair in a dusty corner, then you’re missing out on one of the best investments you can make for your home. Slipcovers can be just as tailored as upholstery, and they vastly extend the life of your furniture.  In decades past, a homeowner might commission … Read more

Before and After: A $40 Redo Turns a Scuffed-Up Dresser into a Statement Piece

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.

5 Ways to Use Sinking Funds to Help You Reach Your Financial Goals

Year after year, research shows that Americans just aren’t saving enough. With rising costs of living and stagnating salaries, many people feel they don’t have the means to put anything aside. Though there are of course certain unavoidable limitations to how much people can save, there are strategies to start increasing your nest egg little … Read more

One Thing That’s Always Worth Splurging On, According to a Real Estate Agent

Picture this: you’re famished, in line at your Favorite Burrito Chain. You watch longingly as the chef layers cilantro rice, pinto beans, fajitas, carnitas, and salsa verde onto your lunch burrito. You’ve worked hard today, answering multiple (yes, multiple!) emails, staying hydrated, putting on a nice shirt for your virtual 9 a.m. all-hands. You’ve earned … Read more

How to Revamp Your Space with Just $25, $50, $75, or $100

Blair Donovan Shopping Editor, Style Blair is Apartment Therapy’s Style Shopping Editor, where she covers the latest brand launches, need-to-buys, and anything related to her two unofficial beats — cane and rattan. Whenever she’s not perusing for the latest home finds (a rarity), you’ll probably find her reading, watching a horror film, or on the … Read more

I Never Plan on Getting a Joint Account With My Boyfriend — Here’s Why

Growing up, my parents taught me as much about finances as they could, including how to save money, what it meant to have and maintain a credit score, how and why to schedule payments, and everything in between. Throughout my adulthood, the information came in handy, especially when I met my partner and eventually moved … Read more

6 Designers Share Their Best Furniture Steals

October is Money Month at Apartment Therapy! That means we’re sharing stories about saving money to buy a home, hacks to help you stick to your budget, and more all month. Head over here to see them all! It’s no secret designers are total pros at sourcing amazing furniture, artwork, and decorative accents. And some of those finds … Read more