A NYC Apartment Is Small, But This Renter Has Optimized Every Inch

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Maggie Antalek and one roommateLocation: Lower East Side — New York, NYType of home: ApartmentSize: 600 square feetYears lived in: 1 year, renting Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who … Read more

This Kitchen Detail Brings a Big Home Decor Trend to a Tiny, Unexpected Spot

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. In the recent house tour of her LA apartment, Horstmann affectionately dubbed her home the “Peach Palace,” and from the looks of the warm, creamsicle-colored shades woven throughout her decor, it’s certainly a fitting name. Like many people, … Read more

This Is the Best Color To Paint Your Bathroom, According to Design Experts

Last year, in an effort to break free from my all white walls, I painted my bathroom a deep shade of navy. I had admired this color in photos on Pinterest and actually used it in the entryway of a previous apartment. Dramatic and rich, the color looked beautiful in the abstract but was a … Read more

Here’s an Unexpected Spot You Probably Never Thought to Paint

Whether you’re a renter or a homeowner, it’s important to make the place you live look and feel like home. Paint is often the best way to make your home feel like yours, and for good reason — it’s fun, DIY-friendly, and affordable. Walls typically top the list of popular places to paint in a … Read more

5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing an Accent Color

I’m going to let you in on a little secret: Finding the right accent color for a room is a straight-up struggle. Since you don’t want to live in a monochromatic space — c’mon, that’s exactly why you’re color shopping in the first place! — it’s best to strike a careful balance between finding a … Read more