5 Glaring Red Flags to Look for in a Home’s Front Yard

You’ve probably been told to consider a home’s “curb appeal,” before heading into the open house. This, of course, is an assessment of the home’s attractiveness from the street (the curb!). It’s the way the house’s facade and front yard presents to passers-by.  Nice-looking curb appeal is always a plus, but there are a few … Read more

Before & After: A Small, Boring Balcony Becomes a Charming Oasis for $600

Sarah Everett Editorial Assistant Sarah is Apartment Therapy’s editorial assistant. She recently 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.

Stanley Tucci’s Outdoor Space Is a Rustic, Lush Paradise

Leah Groth Contributor I am a Philadelphia based writer, editor and mother of two. My work has appeared in/on Glamour, Prevention, Upworthy, mindbodygreen, Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Woman’s World, Livestrong, Ravishly, Fit Pregnancy, Oprah, Fatherly, Woman’s World, xoJane, Babble, and LivingHealthy. Follow Leah

Martha Stewart’s Pergola Is the Star of Her Courtyard

Leah Groth Contributor I am a Philadelphia based writer, editor and mother of two. My work has appeared in/on Glamour, Prevention, Upworthy, mindbodygreen, Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Woman’s World, Livestrong, Ravishly, Fit Pregnancy, Oprah, Fatherly, Woman’s World, xoJane, Babble, and LivingHealthy. Follow Leah

Oprah’s Hawaii Garden Is A Literal Field Full of Flowers

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. “You get some flowers, you get some flowers, you get some flowers…everybody gets some flowers!” is what I can imagine that Oprah Winfrey says every time she invites someone into her Hawaiian garden. “Garden” might be a little … Read more

Jessica Alba Shares Her Top Tips For A Cozy Patio Redesign

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. In the latest video as part of her “Honest Makeover” series, Alba took things outside along with her friend, entrepreneur Lizzy Mathis, to tackle a complete design of her Los Angeles home’s patio areas, revamping the spaces to … Read more

7 Inflatable Hot Tubs That’ll Help Extend Outdoor Fun Well Into Fall

Sarah M. Vazquez Commerce Writer Sarah writes about all things shopping for Apartment Therapy. Her work has appeared in Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping, Elle Decor, and PureWow, among others. In her free time, you can find her strumming away at her guitar, on the perpetual hunt for the coziest duvet, and enjoying Sundays in the … Read more

Angela Simmons Uses a White Tufted Bench As Outdoor Furniture, and It’s So Chic

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. The star recently shared a series of golden hour snaps on Instagram, and I for one can’t get enough. In the photos, Simmons can be seen perching on a luxe-looking white tufted bench that certainly adds a touch … Read more

Before and After: A Writer Brings a Sunny Slice of Tuscany to Her Overgrown Yard

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Travel abroad hasn’t exactly been booming for the past year, but that didn’t stop writer and artist Virginia Chamlee from creating a classic but chill, Tuscany-inspired garden in her Florida backyard with a few key outdoor furnishings and … Read more

Zooey Deschanel Used An Old Door as Decor, And the Result Is Super Impressive

Actress Zooey Deschanel has been providing the internet with plenty of design inspo over the last few weeks. First, she made her TikTok debut with a reenactment of the “New Girl” intro with her cozy front porch as an idyllic backdrop. Then, she acted out THAT iconic lift scene from “500 Days of Summer” while … Read more