And the Grand-Prize Winner of the Small/Cool Contest 2022 Is…

Laura Schocker Editor-in-Chief Laura Schocker is an editor, writer, and homebody with more than a decade of experience in lifestyle and digital journalism. Before Apartment Therapy, she worked as the digital director at Real Simple and the executive healthy living editor at The Huffington Post. Her writing has also appeared in Conde Nast Traveler, BBC.com, Prevention, … Read more

Meet the 2022 Small/Cool Contest Superlative Winners!

Alison Goldman Special Projects Director Alison Goldman is an editor, writer, and TV binge-watcher based in Chicago. She’s held editorial positions at Boston.com, WomensHealthMag.com, and Glamour magazine. She’s also worked as a full-time freelance journalist, crafting lifestyle and culture content with an emphasis on women’s issues for publications including Cosmopolitan, The Lily from The Washington … Read more

10 Inspiring Ideas from Some of the Tiniest Small/Cool Contest Homes

Alison Goldman Special Projects Director Alison Goldman is an editor, writer, and TV binge-watcher based in Chicago. She’s held editorial positions at Boston.com, WomensHealthMag.com, and Glamour magazine. She’s also worked as a full-time freelance journalist, crafting lifestyle and culture content with an emphasis on women’s issues for publications including Cosmopolitan, The Lily from The Washington … Read more

20 Brilliant Design Tips from the Small/Cool Contest’s Top 20 Spaces

Alison Goldman Special Projects Director Alison Goldman is an editor, writer, and TV binge-watcher based in Chicago. She’s held editorial positions at Boston.com, WomensHealthMag.com, and Glamour magazine. She’s also worked as a full-time freelance journalist, crafting lifestyle and culture content with an emphasis on women’s issues for publications including Cosmopolitan, The Lily from The Washington … Read more

10 Little Luxuries Under $50 You’ll Love from Our 2022 Small/Cool Experience

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If you haven’t already heard, we’ve got some big (small) things happening over here at Apartment Therapy. This weekend (Apr. 22) officially kicks off our third annual Small/Cool Experience … Read more

The 2022 Small/Cool Contest Is Here — and Better Than Ever!

That’s right: It’s once again time for a favorite tradition. Each year, Apartment Therapy hosts the Small/Cool Contest to search for the smallest, coolest real-life spaces around the world. And starting today, you can find all things 2022 Small/Cool Contest on our full contest page. This year, we’ve given the contest a makeover to make … Read more

3 Tips for Styling Your Shelves, According to an Interior Designer

Savannah West Home Assistant Editor Savannah is a master binge-watcher and home cook. When she’s not testing new recipes or re-watching Gossip Girl, you can find her on Facetime with her grandma. Savannah is a news producer turned lifestyle blogger and professional homebody. She has a bachelors in journalism from Clark Atlanta University, a certification … Read more

Maximize Your Small Space with These Cool Double-Duty Decor Finds

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. In small living spaces, maximizing your decor is key. Filling your home with pieces that serve multiple functions isn’t just smart — it’s essential. During our Small/Cool experience, 10 designers showed that it’s possible for function and style … Read more