We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. You already know that many historic homes come with enviable craftsmanship, charm, and original ornate detailing — but it’s possible to add a bit of that old-world character to even the most builder-grade white boxes. And better yet? … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Renters can sometimes feel like they’re stuck with what they have — after all, they’re likely not staying in their place permanently, and they’re not always working with the most flexible of landlords. But just because a space might … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Vincent Maddox, partner Grey Starr, and dog Ghost, plus four awesome housemates Location: Oakland, California Size: 1,622 square feet Type of Home: HouseYears lived in: 4 years, renting Vincent Maddox, who you may know as Halloween Herbivore … Read more
Name: Maisie, partner, 9-week-old daughter, and a crazy cat, PabloLocation: Birmingham, United KingdomType of home: ApartmentSize: 500 square feetYears lived in: 3 years, renting Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: I live in a rented one-bed apartment with my partner, 9-week-old daughter, and our crazy … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Taylor (myself), my three cats, Talulah, Remi, Phoebe, and German Shepherd puppy Gwen Location: Pioneer Square — Seattle, Washington Size: 2500 square feetType of Home: Loft Years lived in: Over 3 years, renting Taylor, an interior designer … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. September is Transformation Month at Apartment Therapy! That means we’re sharing stories about home transformations — from big renovations to tiny tweaks — all month. Head over here to see them all! Name: Abigail Sherrod Sykes, husband Casey Sykes, and fish, … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Danielle Blundell and husband, Danny WheelerLocation: Upper East Side, Manhattan Size: 600 square feet Type of Home: 1 bedroom-flex apartment in a walk-upYears lived in: 8 years, renting I’d be lying if I said the closets — … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Ginger Taylor, and Toast and Cocopops, my chihuahuas Location: Thornbury, AustraliaType of Home: Two-bedroom apartment Years lived in: 1 year, renting Full-time freelance illustrator and mural artist Ginger Taylor made the move to the Melbourne area from … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Christine Leahy, and my rescue dog, Chloe! Location: Prospect Heights — Brooklyn, NY Size: 350 square feetType of Home: Studio Apartment Years lived in: 1 year, renting A few months into lockdown last year, Christine Leahy decided … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Adam K.Design Professional Name: Kim WhiteLocation: Harlem — New York City, New York Size: 715 square feet Type of Home: ApartmentYears lived in: 1 year, renting Kim White is a makeup artist by trade and an interior … Read more