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We're wrapping up the month of August with some of this past week's hottest posts that range from a serene house tour in Venice to luxury living in a garbage truck. Not to mention a few reader tips o...
Synchronistically, given that we've been blogging escapes all month, one of the feature stories in this week's Los Angeles Times Home and Garden Section spotlights the renovation of LA's see-and-be-se...
Amy Morris's four posts (clockwise from top left): House Tour, Look!, Store Review, Mini Tour
They're all good, but who's the best? Today (and yesterday) we're wrap...
Right now it is spring(!) over in South Africa, and this week's submission comes from Bronwyn, who decided to cheer up her guest room with flowers from her lavender-hued garden...
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August has been an inspiring month. All of the escapes we've explored on AT have allowed us to get outside of our own homes for a minute and return regenerated, with new ideas and fresh perspectives...
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Name: Joe
Location: U Street Corridor, Washington, DC
Size: 1878 sq ft condo
Years lived in: 2 years, owned
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Name: Greg and Laura
Location: Austin, Texas
Size: 720 square feet
Years lived in: 8 years
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Name: Kerry
Location: Rocky Mountains
Description: In June, after 4 years in Los Angeles, my partner and I packed up our belongings and took off for a month of hiking and backpack...
Neutrals aren't always neutral. They come in a wide range of shades, and their undertones can compliment or clash with another color depending on whether the neutral is warm or cool. Wood is usually...
Recently, Laure blogged how walking can be a form of escape that's not only good for your body but also good for your mind. And, focused meditative walking can have dramatic benefits for your spirit ...
Why do cats seem to prefer a cardboard box (or paper bag) to almost any other 'real' cat bed? We may never know, but we do know a bunch of other stuff about pets. We'll be rolling out pet tips, prod...
It's hot. Too hot. And like most other San Francisco dwellers, we don't have AC. So, how are we beating this heat? Here are some tips we use in our own home to help keep us cool......
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I love this shot of my bedroom, a cozy place to relax in, I used primary all contracting neutral colors to create some drama to the space.
All items I used in de...
Ottawan and blogger Kim of Desire to Inspire is not only okay in our book for her love of felines (she goes by kimhas4cats on Flickr), but also because her photo set titled My First House is one of...
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I passed this home last night for the first time since blogging it in 2005. It's just as cool in real life and I really really wanted to show you a picture of th...
This is a small space DIY that's clever, easy, and cheap. AT:SF reader Killorn wrote to us and told us how she turned an IKEA LACK shelf into under-bed storage....
We've always been fascinated by the rules of etiquette. Maybe it was our families love of entertaining that led us to own five plus books social formalities. From handwritten notes to hostess gifts,...
"I found it when I was looking for something else"We ate dinner at Bar Tartine last night, and while the food was lovely and the company superb, our attention was focused squarely on the walls. Or, mo...
My father always said, "You can pick your friends and you can pick your nose, but you can't pick your friend's nose." That statement has held true... until now. Where you can now, pick your friends...
"Consider: Big can always be bigger and Small smaller, and when in doubt, they ought to be." - Chip Kidd The Cheese MonkeysThere's something fascinating about accessories that are unexpectedly scaled:...
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I am considering buying my first home. It is a renovated 1924 Edwardian style San Francisco flat, very charming with original details. After doing some research on the bu...
The idea of having solar power is desirable but how can you be sure that it’s the right choice for you? Roofray uses Google satellite data and information from the National Renewable Energy Labs to...
Name: Danielle
Location: Awaji-shima, Japan
Link: No link
Description: Between two of the four main islands of Japan, the moderately-sized island of Awaji-shima is traversed by the highway link betwe...
If we lived in this building, we could escape every night to our rooftop paradise overlooking the streets of Athens. Like many major cities, Athens suffers from a shortage of public parks and yards....
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Photographer: Alberto Sed
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We love this security door at one of our friend's houses - unlike any security door we've ever had, it actually has style, instead of screaming, "Hey, I'm scared you're going to rob me!" See below the...
Laura Fenton's four posts (clockwise from top left): House Tour, Product Review, Store Review and Tip
They're all good, but who's the best? Today we're wrapping up our...
We've seen more than a few apartments with the poster "Keep Calm and Carry On," a re-issue of the British poster, circa 1939, that advised citizens to do just that while bombs and war raged on around ...
Yesterday we spotted this art and wondered if you, the readers of AT, would be able to identify where we saw it. Any guesses? The answer is after the jump!...
Wrapping up Escapes Month here at AT, we wanted to share this tiny balcony getaway. Sometimes, even just a small private outdoor space can make for a special escape......
While driving around the East Side of Austin this week we ran into this neat outdoor decor a homeowner had used to decorate the trees in their front yard. Grammar as decoration...interesting! Read mo...
It seems that everyone has their own particular way to organize books - be it by color, subject, or wrapped in red leather a la David Hicks (how fabulous). But this is the second time recently that we...
Flor carpet tiles have been around for several years now, that's no mystery. It doesn't change the fact that we are still madly in love with them and adore scavenging for ways others are using them ...
"No, if anyone orders Merlot, I'm leaving. I am NOT drinking any [ expletive ] Merlot!" - Miles, in SidewaysWe're celebrating Labor Day by getting drunk, wanna come? The last wine tour we went on was...
As Escapes month draws to a close, we've been reflecting on travel and what it means to us. When we were little, we looked forward to taking trips, and for us, the vacation always began the moment ...
Yep, we're all about Slow Food Nation. The four day event dedicated to healthy and tasty food that's good for the planet takes place in San Francisco, today through Monday. Sure, we're excited about s...
Travel ignites the senses, and one of our favorite things is taking in a locale's colors. From AT:Chicago's archives, we bring you a roundup of colors near and far - from Chicago to Maui to Istanbul. ...
• We just had to revisit this post from last summer..... Happy Long Weekend everyone!
Seen last Friday on the LIRR. So you're escaping from the city? How better to go than with your own initial...
I recently took a quick trip up to the Pacific Northwest to visit my boyfriend's uncle...on a goat farm. I realized that this is one area that we haven't covered. There's going home to visit family ...
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Where do we pick up our design and decorating sense of style? Is it something we absorb from movies, magazines and television? Is it something that we're born with -- like brown eyes and red hair? ...
Daniel Palmer's four posts (clockwise from top left): House Tour, Resource, Store Review, Product Review
They're all good, but who's the best? Today we're wrap...
We have long admired John Derian's work, but our budget hasn't allowed us to actually buy any of his pieces. Well, Target is our savior once again. Derian's collection for the retailer launches on S...
The other day, BethZ highlighted 5 tricks to making a small space seem bigger. There was one trick that seems counter-intuitive: make one piece oversized. In this case, in this spread from Domino, i...
Making lists of the things needing to be accomplished around the house can sometimes be daunting. Writing everything out that needs to be done can sometimes feel opressive, especially when our lives...
Since our first visit years ago, we've been in love with Italy. The ancient architecture, the beautiful sites, the food, the gorgeous men - we could go on and on. So whenever we need to take a men...
There's a long holiday weekend ahead of us. You might be traveling, or already have your social calendar booked. But, if you are sticking around this weekend and don't want to twiddle your thumbs,...
Hi AT, I am having a seriously hard time deciding what color curtains to have in my bedroom. I bought orange, because that was what some friends told me to do, but now am thinking about switching to g...
An empty wall + the need for some storage in our bedroom = a long search for a simple piece of furniture.
We knew we didn't want (or need) a bulky dresser or armoire, and after living with the ope...
We see a lot of mismatch chairs on Apartment Therapy; some people love them, some people hate them. We found this bench by Sschemata and while it seems so simple there is an elegance to it that we f...
Modular storage is about as good as it gets for apartment dwellers and renters, allowing maximum flexibility and adaptability to new spaces. Housefish's modular storage system is currently high on ou...
Spotted on A Fresh Squeeze, this midwestern getaway offers an eco-friendly escape on the beaches of Lake Michigan. Newly opened on Memorial Day, Rabbit Run Inn combines "old world charm" with new cons...
I was perusing a lighting website when I came across this bed and now I need to have it. Searches on the web have been unfruitful, does anyone know who makes this bed or where I can find it?...
Ovaltine Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream. Mango Lassi Frozen Yogurt with Pistachio Biscotti Bits. Chocolate Gelato with Salted Caramel Pecans. Pink Lemonade Ice Cream.
These were just a few of the cold, s...
We recently wrote about The Poster List's rather cheeky "Keep Calm and Rock On" poster here on AT:SF. While browsing the site last night we discovered just how great their overall stock of posters is ...
This just in from Labchick (Jess): I just bought 2 of these Casablanca Side tables (from the Company Store) for my spare bedroom. I couldn't really pass them up due to the price tag. I like the Moro...
If you prefer the mid-century design aesthetic but not the price tag, the De La Tour collection at Urban Outfitters may be perfect for you and your home. Inspired by mid-century design, this grouping...
Amy Azzarito's four posts (clockwise from top left): House Tour, Shop Review, Domes, Product Review.
They're all good, but who's the best? Today we're wrapping up our NY ...
The original French 50's and 60's on Abbot Kinney has reopened after an intensive remodel of the building. Located next to the new newsstand, this incarnation of the mid-century storefront is in addi...
Remember our post about hanging art from hangers? Well, Zee over at Homebug's done it, and we think it looks great....
One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. - Henry Miller
Although we're in the midst of "Escapes" month, travel isn't always about escape; it's often about recapturing so...
This picture might be our newest favorite escape- the candles, the water, the sunset all make the deck look so inviting. We are less certain though about the acrylic lounger/recliner. Is it comfor...
Has this ever happened to you? You see something you love in a catalog or something that's been profiled here on AT. You plunk down your credit card and wait. The day it arrives in the mail, you're...
In a time of high gas prices, escaping right in your own home seems both economical and rather comforting. This delicate chandelier lets you travel back in time while enjoying the scenery every time y...
Okay, so this is a spinoff on the old question of what you'd take to a desert island (you know: favorite book, song, record, etc). In this case, however, we're asking you to choose which furniture i...
Name: Regina, AT Editor
Location: Kansas Tallgrass Prairie
Link: Flint Hills Ranch
Description: During last year's Escapes Month, we escaped to the Tallgrass Prairie of Kansas. We were there to find...
With the temperature not dropping anytime soon, many Austin residents (and we bet other city residents, too) will most likely look to find ways to cool off on their remaining vacations and getaways. ...
Sweetwater Bungalows is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1996. Originally built as temporary housing while the family retreat was under construction, the bungalows ended up becoming per...
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After finally finding and buying a sofa for the living room, Sara Kate now would like me to get working on side tables in the bedroom. My ...
"That business of relaxation, which is so terribly modern today, is all good and well, but my work interests me so much, and is so varied, that many times it seems relaxing when I go from one aspect t...
Definitely iconic pieces, these Emeco Naval Aluminum Arm Chairs are solid enough to become heirlooms for generations. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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For getaway month, this hotel takes us away from the idea that serious art needs to be taken too seriously. Art in the rest room, in the hallway, in the stairwell, at happy hour. The take-home lesson ...
Ashley White's four posts (clockwise from top left): House Tour, Product Review, How To & Store Review
They're all good, but who's the best? Today we're wrapping up our...
You think Martha Stewart got this idea from Lotta Jansotter's studio tour? Maybe...this month, Martha Stewart Living showcased this idea with an extra step: covering the clipboard's masonite backing ...
With all of the wonderful Reader Escapes we've featured during Apartment Therapy's Getaway month, we've pretty much traveled around the world. And to make sure you're not missing a moment of your qui...
There’s nothing like a bit of drama on a Friday to make you really appreciate the weekend. So we thought we’d throw in a bit of intense colour inspiration from 60’s Australian interior designe...
Ahhh...relaxation! What a good way to start this three day weekend. If you need a chaise to help you take it down a notch on Labor Day, check out this mid-century modern chaise covered in Knoll velve...
Gorgeous Mid-Century Sofa for sale in our Classifieds!
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From C2 below: Why are some of the Eames plywood chairs $295 and others almost $800 for the same style at different establishments?
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Sometimes creating an at-home escape is all about simplifying and letting go of the quest for the perfect, high-design piece. To us, these cotton striped rugs from Dash and Albert give off that beac...
In Roscoe Village, a pair of blue swivel Knoll chairs is for sale. The wool fabric is in good shape and the four-star bases solid. Link to these and more great chairs, etc. below!
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Tubelor Trash Cans made the blog-rounds earlier this year after they won the 2008 iF product design award — but they were not yet available for purchase in the United States. Now, after spott...
Recently we blogged about a company called Old Phone Works which refurbishes vintage corded phones. It turns out that not only are these phones good looking, they're also easier on your energy bill...
Just when you thought you were sick of decorative letters come these chunky, three-dimensional aluminum letter-shaped side tables from Andrew Martin......
Got a big surprise rounding the corner of South Portland and Lafayette in Fort Greene. A tent on the corner run by three ambitious women selling flowers and bouquets on the weekends...
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How often do you shop for groceries? Every day? Twice a week? When the mood hits? We're discussing our grocery shopping habits, as well as ways to be more efficient as summer ends and fall hits.
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As we search for the best moving companies in New York to add to our Stores Guide, we have to look harder and harder. This is our latest tip.
OZ Moving & Storage was started by Avi Oz in 1993 and ...
We adore the large stone sculptures and fountains that cover Rome. It's incredible that the huge pieces of stone are only small parts of what were once enormous monuments. The broken-off sculpture p...
Last week we rounded up 10 Small Space Solutions from AT:Chicago. This week, we're looking at our own house tours for a few more ideas. Even though we tend to average more square footage in the Midw...
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Description: We're preparing to move, and seriously cleaning out stuff. ...
The Container Store is one of those supply shops where they might not have the most cutting-edge solutions, but they're a good place to go for basics and they have a lot of good small-space options....
Our mornings are chock full. There's exercise, breakfast, errands, straightening up, grooming, phone calls with friends in New York or Europe, visits from handymen and blogging. And all of this befo...
A few months ago we were hosting a little get-together at our place and we ran out of coasters. As we quickly scanned the room for a replacement that was a little more aesthetically pleasing than, sa...
Along with Escapes, this month we're also blogging a sub theme: moving. Now, not all of you may be moving, but you might know someone who is, and there may soon arise the need for the inevitable "ho...
We're kind of obsessed with good looking vintage luggage. In fact, we don't think that (in our adult life) we've ever purchased new luggage, always vintage. We especially like that if we're not usin...
With plenty of colors to choose from we find it interesting that folks are willing to take risks with paint colors indoors but when it comes to painting the house structure, most tend to keep it simpl...
We spotted this kitchen in the newest Ikea catalog and couldn't decide whether or not we liked it. Is combining deep crimson red cabinets with hot pink wall paint a good match? Or is it too much of a...
AT:SF, While I watched a fair amount of NBC's Olympic coverage only one commercial managed to get me to stop my Tivo for a look. It was the new Audi "Progress is Beautiful" spot where the camera floa...
We made a trip to our local art store for some canvas. While there, we were checking out different supplies and came across this small piece of scrap canvas board. It had been put out to test the m...
A big thanks to all of you who chimed in for my Color My House question! I took some photos this afternoon now that the exterior of the house is painted and wanted to share. The front door hasn't be...
San Francisco-based artist Rex Ray's work has been done up right all over the place, from solo shows to books, to being displayed in some of our favorite houses. What could be next but global dominati...
As two people living under one small roof with a huge appetite for magazines, finding a storage solution for them that is attractive and easily accessible has so far eluded us. We are currently prac...
We've heard of denim insulation before, but not on this scale. The new California Academy of Sciences Building in Golden Gate Park is insulated with 200,000 pairs of jeans donated by the Levi Strauss...
Katherine sent us a good question: Apartment Therapy Chicago, I have a large corner loft with 50' of windows and very little exposed brick. The window to brick ratio is nearly 4:1. I want to make ...
Has anyone purchased and loved or hated the Flex Sofa from CB2? We're looking for a sofa/bed for a smallish guest room/office combo and hope to spend under $1000. I tend to not trust the comfort lev...
Last night we had dinner with some friends who recently purchased their first home. One of their first projects after moving in was to strip the wallpaper off of their new kitchen walls. Once they sta...
Flipping through the CB2 catalogue recently, we stopped on this picture and thought, hmmm, intrigued by the size of the rug. Since we're thinking about changing our decor and one of the things we'd c...
Clive Wilkinson's $15-million renovation of Google's company base in Mountain View in 2006 was a defining moment in his career. The renovation included an additional 180,000 square-feet of new office...
Escaping a distance outside of Montreal, we just heard about the Bottle Houses at Prince Edward Island. And we thought we'd seen glass bottles reused before...
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We've got a book recommendation for anyone who lives in a hot climate, is thinking about moving to a hot climate, or is just looking for ways to make their lives feel cooler! More after the jump......
Jochie Groot, oil on canvas, 31.5 x 31.5”
Introducing Amsterdamer… Lotte Klaver, and her blog of ink drawings and a few stunner paintings.
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We don't get to escape the city too often, and we're starting to feel slightly worse the wear for it. So when Escapes Month started here at AT:SF, we felt hard pressed to come up with much. Then we be...
Hanging frames on your wall can either be a walk in the park, or your worst nightmare (which depending on your nightmares, could be one in the same, but I digress). See how to hang frames with the d...
Remember when you had chicken pox (if you had 'em), and the itching was just unbearable but you scratched on the sly anyway? And then when you did, the itching just got worse. Well, the same can be s...
We've seen j_fer_rose's fabulous studio before on the Cure, but couldn't resist sharing these pictures of her lovely Murphy bed now that she's tagged them with apartmenttherapydc. We love how this ...
The Container Store's "off to college" campaign, DORM, groups storage and organizing products by style. We found this garment rack in the collection called "A Natural Fit," and appreciated the organi...
Freestanding stone basin in bathroomWe certainly hope Kanye West's apartment feels a little more lived in these days. These renderings show the minimalist space as it was nearly completed back in Jan....
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Name: Rachel B.
Location: Portland, ME
Link: portlandlobstercompany.com
Description: I'd like to submit this picture and description for Escapes Month on AT - This summer, living in the city withou...
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I'm excited since a friend and I just signed a lease on a new place. Hurray for roommates and cutting living expenses! Luckily, our decor styles align pretty well, but between the two of us, ...
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I recently spotted this task lamp in a picture on Blu Dot's website. While I like their stuff, I really like that lamp in the background and want to know more about it. I have done a litt...
Sadly, Blossom Home owner Sylvie Oxman will be closing her Los Gatos shop on October 1. While we'll miss her fantastic eye for vintage pieces — like the kelly green vanity shown above — we wi...
The other day we blogged roadtripping with your pet. But, when it's time to get off the road and bed down for the night, what do you do? Not all hotels will be happy to accommodate you. But, if you...
We all try very hard to keep the products in our house down to a minimum. We know that the more "stuff" we have on hand, the harder is is to control clutter or keep things in a reasonable amount of ...
The porticoes (covered walkway arcades) of Bologna have been used for over 1,000 years to protect pedestrians from rain, snow and sun. The porticoes have become part of the city's planning and are ...
Tart is a lovely store. We love when people specialize, and Tart does just that by limiting itself to the tabletop (and the lighting above the table). The store is filled with beautiful (and pricey...
We've been lusting after a new bed, but after crunching the numbers we had to accept that it's not in the budget right now.
Fortunately, there are a ton of low-cost DIY headboard projects on Apart...
Dorm rooms are the original small space but decorating your dorm room doesn't have to be expensive—nor does it have to a dance-off design showdown like the Target commercial. A bold pattern and bri...
When my husband and I combined finances after getting married, we discovered that we were spending an absurd amount on groceries and dining out. But oddly, when we compared across months, we noticed ...
These lamps show off light and natural combinations of materials, colors, and textures, helping us imagine the attention they'd command in a sun-filled room. Although thomaspaul designs lead the pac...
Paging through ID the other night we read about this young architecture/design firm in Stockholm, TAF Arkitektkontor (or TAF for short), and, while we liked almost everything we saw, it was their st...
Adrienne talked about escaping through cycling earlier today. There's no better way to get perspective on a car-centric city like LA than to get on a bike (please be careful!). Check out this bike s...
Baskets, like trays, are one of our favorite things to have around the house. They're great for storing almost anything - craft supplies, towels in the bathroom, dry goods in the pantry, books next to...
At Re-nest, we believe that choosing to live in less space is one of the greenest decisions you can make. Recently, we've helped a reader sort out how to live in 400 square feet. If you consider 400...
We had dinner last night at Palihouse, a new boutique hotel in West Hollywood. We loved the vintage decor of the lobby and main room, The Hall. Aside from the beautiful mosaic tile flooring and the un...
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When we get home from a particularly memorable trip we try to make an album of the photos before daily life takes over and we never get to it. We've gone the route of making albums through iPhoto and...
Excelsior & Eureka Cycles by Moore (1895)
Sarah Stocking has thousands of high-quality original vintage posters from all over the world. Most of the posters date to the early 1900's, although there ...
So your house is unique, you'd like to make a little extra cash and you don't mind if you and all your stuff are displaced for a few days, a few weeks or a month or two (you're escaping town for a whi...
We love the lines and colors of this elegant piece by Maria Yee, and think it would look great in any living space. Even better, this piece holds a secret- can you guess what it is?......
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Congratulations to last week's winners, Michelle Wong, Angel Webster, Jason Brozek and Christina Peterson, who each won the book of their choice: Green Clean, The Big Book of Art, Squeaky Green & Insp...
When Montreal-based Furni released their Alba alarm clock, it was like a beautiful blank canvas (above). Since then, they've turned it loose in the hands of some artists who took the original design...
Cruising around on Flickr yesterday we spotted this picture of the area underneath a sink covered by fabric. We are lucky enough to have funky saloon doors that cover up our garbage and recycling are...
When I started Apartment Therapy in 2001, it was partially because I was inspired by living in lower Manhattan during and after 9/11, and watching something I had never seen in my entire life as a N...
When we bought our house, the first words our dad spoke were, “Oh good. All the windows have already been replaced.” Sure, vinyl windows are great for saving on heating costs, but they also lack...
Along with “keeping it weird” and super eco-friendly ideas, bicycles are something often considered synonymous with Austin. Travel anywhere in this city and you’ll see a bike or two zooming in a...
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We're longtime fans of the Design Within Reach Opus Shelves - it may not be the most practical way to store books, but it certainly is a pretty one. Jump below for links to this and other good finds...
You've got the cool bike, the designey basket, the wooden bell... now you can finally replace that safety-first, style-last helmet with this ingenious helmet + cover system that you might actually wa...
We're rerunning this house tour from yesterday due to technical difficulties. The slideshow was broken but now it should be in fine working order. Our deepest apologies.
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Have you ever cooked dinner and ran out of counter top space in the middle of your prep? Too much stuff, not enough space? Try a folding island. ...
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Whilst cruising Flickr we came across this fascinating apartment block. From what we’ve gathered the block is known as the Sirius Apartments located on Cumberland...
Name: Jessica, AT Editor
Location: Tobacco Caye, Belize
Link: Tobacco Caye Lodge
Description:I just returned from a week on Tobacco Caye, Belize. Life on this tiny island, located just south of Bel...
It's a sofa...or a daybed...or just really, really similar to the Case Study daybed. But similarities aside, the coolest part (in our opinion) of this sofa/daybed/whatever is the pull out tables on e...
Midcentury Modern Credenza 1950's for sale in our Classifieds!
These are hot, fresh finds from Craigslist we just brought in this morning. Click to view these in bold below...
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We passed by window washers cleaning this office building in Penn Quarter. That's when we realized that although our office building yearly has its outdoor windows washed, our home apartment buildi...
If you need to create more space in a studio apartment, a loft bed can do the trick. At Grand and Oak Park, this queen-sized loft bed is selling for $100. Jump below for links and more good finds:
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Look at this fixture from my new kitchen! I am in love with this fixture, but would love a little more information on it. I am also curious about the maximum wattage I can use. It currently has 5-watt...
We're loving this round coffee table from Arik Levy. Designed for Italian company Living Divani, the Hertz table is barely there with its thin glass-top sitting on a powder-coated steel frame...
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For our professional organizing and redesign business we confront messiness on a very regular basis. Clients assume we are perfectly tidy in our own home. The truth is that we are particularly tid...
Dropping church attendance and an embarrassment of historic buildings mean that chapel and church conversions are a booming market in the U.K. The BBC series Britain's Dream Homes ran a program lookin...
Back to school? Back to work? Here's a lunchbox treat for kids big and small...
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If you call Housing Works to have them pick up your furniture, there is a good chance they will send Frank Vogel and his partner. When I met him a few months ago,...
If you can't escape this August, how about a purchase from overseas? The wood in this clock comes from dismantled Thai fishing boats. Sold by VivaTerra for $69. What do you think? Survey below the...
We're a bit of a late adopter when it comes to social media; even our nearly 50-year-old boss had a Facebook profile long before we did. But though we have a hard time remembering to check for updates...
Yes, we've been going a little hotel-mad lately, but it's Escapes month and hotels provide some of the best bedroom inspiration you can find outside the home. Our picks for today include rooms aroun...
Lately, all we want to do on the weekends is lie by a pool. Problem is we have no pool of our own. Luckily, we have a generous friend with the most perfect pool -- landscaped with a nice swath of gr...
One of this week's Good Questions made us think about our own experiences with buying and selling furniture (and other items) on Craigslist. Having been on both sides of the coin, we think that Craigs...
Tired of clawing at books crammed tightly into your shelves? Struggle no longer: a solution by the name of “P-hook” has been proposed by Kansai-based designer Junji Itosaki of pyloneer. ...
We love trays, and have found endless uses for them around our house - from serving snacks to storing makeup and jewelry, holding mail and keys as part of our landing strip, holding remotes on the cof...
We've had this page torn out of the May issue of Domino Magazine up on our inspiration board for a while now. The simple colors and the extremely high ceilings always made us happy but not until rece...
A couple of weeks ago, we stopped in at one of our favorite Berkeley stores, where we spotted this charming Bird Coat Rack. ...
Ikea is known for its affordable and modern furniture finds, but what if you're looking for something less than contemporary? For those of you who are on the hunt for country, cottage, bungalow or tr...
Matthew Haynes of Alton, Illinois wasn't keen on spending big bucks on a bedframe. So instead, he took matters into his own hands and built his own. Click through the jump to read more about how he...
The sleeping loft on the top level, the built-in sectional on the mid-level, and the kitchen and home office on the "ground" level...with a path to the cab.
Big thanks to AT reader Maren who sent us t...
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Yosemite Renaissance Benefit Art Auction
Paintings, photographs, prints, scul...
[Pictured: Contour Ottoman, Scape Armchair & Dining Chair D350]While there are many amazing 20th century designs out there that we like and respect, for us Featherston is the only name we really crave...
Remember this? We would be extremely shocked if someone hasn't DIY'ed Scrabble pillows yet, but for the rest us, the cushions are available for purchase now from the designer of the original Wordplay...
Name: Lisa S.
Location: Managua, Nicaragua
Link: Hostels Central
Description: I travel to Nicaragua via a nonprofit called Love Light and Melody to provide support to an impoverished community calle...
Here's one for our list of fantasy escapes. Probably on of the most modern B&B's we've ever come across:...
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Ah, how we love Victoria. She's always surprising us with her spontaneous changes to her home. Give her a little free time and she grabs a paintbrush. Jump below to see her newly revamped ki...
"A warm inlay adds a measure of warmth and refinement. Hand crafted... a diverse selection of solid wood inlays are available." >> Knobworks Vermont
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This weekend's the last long weekend of the summer before fall. We're sad it's the end of summer but excited for fall and what's in store. We'll be staycationing. What are you doing?...
AT:SF, We've just moved into an little apartment with great, large windows in the living room. After looking around a bit, we decided that a short bookcase underneath the windows, with room for plant...
The two photos posted here show what the presidential candidates see around them as they work at their desks on Capitol Hill. Their office surroundings, like our own homes, just might influence thei...
Susie MacMurray's Wedding Dress of Latex Gloves at the Museum of Arts and Design (MAD)
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• August is escapes month at Apartment Therapy!
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We loved Laure’s thoughts on slowing down and Abby's ideas on vacationing at home. If you're looking to slow down, vacation at home and do something a bit more active than just relax, may we sugges...
Maybe it's the feel of summer coming to a close that has us so excited for bike riding lately. Or maybe, we're really into the idea of ditching your car to make your daily commutes. Strokemonkey sh...
We love the work of local artist Rob Glebe who frequently exhibits at craft shows up and down the East Coast. Rob began as a toolmaker, then moved on to fabricating parts for private yachts, before...
When we walked into Spring the first time, we immediately noticed how good and fresh the store smelled. It turns out that virtually everyone who walks in says the same thing. We think it's the mixtu...
These handpainted canvas mod mats seem like they'd be great for entryways or the kitchen. We love the look, the colors, and the practicality. All specs on the 3'x5' mats below:...
Art & Design Events...August is Escapes Month at Apartment Therapy
The Huntington
25th Succulent Plants Symposium
Saturday, August 30th, 9-5pm
Pasadena
Kelly Green
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Tucked away on 18th Street, just east of 8th Avenue, Robert and Paul have run an antique and collectible shop, Authentiques, since 197...
We've been in our home for three years and sadly, still have the same generic white "L" shaped curtain rods that were on the windows when we moved in. What is the problem? We can't seem to make up o...
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I bought eight of these glass knobs at Anthropologie for $8 each and would love to have them on all my cabinets and drawers, but that would mean buying 12 more--too much for me to spend! I'v...
If you've been an AT faithful for a while now, you probably remember Christiana Coop's mini-house tour with us back in February. In this month's Sunset magazine, she offers some fantastic tips and id...
It's great to escape. Until you get home and realize that all your plants, so lovingly tended for, have drooped and, even, withered away while you were off frolicking and having fun. Here are some p...
Outside of using them for composting, worms just haven't been on our radar. That is, until they invaded our Walnut tree (worm jerks!). So we sat down with our old friend Google and tried to find ou...
The Cushy Lounge Chair from PB Teen can be used on its own or with a choice of bases sold by the store. We like the base shown above for the added height and storage space. The fabric on the chair...
Even though Orange is one of many stores featuring gorgeous reclaimed and refinished mid-century furniture, it does it exceptionally well. Scrolling through their website, it's hard not to drool o...
It's late August, which means thousands of college kids have been scouring Ikea, Target and the usual suspects for their dorm rooms. We like the affordable options that these stores offer, but we al...
Do you have identifiable style? We're not fans of labels and usually find ourselves cringing when we hear things like shabby chic but we came across a great (no, really) visual survey that will help...
September's issue of Canadian House & Home focuses on the intersection of fashion and habitation. As such, the magazine has done a feature on the dressing rooms of four women — dreamy indeed, if no...
Untitled (Gold Spork 23kt gold leaf on plastic 2008)
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An Improbable Coincidence of Wants: The Franks
"Solo exhibition by Chicago artists The Franks. Formerly of f2, a Chicago...
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Name: Dave D.
Location: East Williamsburg/Bushwick
Size: 1534 sq ft in total-2 floors divded with a wooden stairwell, lower level bedroom-the bedroom ...
Loft beds can easily be seen as the grown-up interpretation of the bunk bed and when a simple loft bed is transformed into a loft bedroom, the results are quite interesting and fun. Here is Tiramoll...
Hi AT SF, I just bought this dining room table for my new apartment, but don't like the chairs that they had to offer in the store. I would love to find chairs elsewhere that match, but I'm clueless ...
The bedroom is the sanctuary and refuge from the hustle and bustle of a hard days work. Creating the perfect bedroom style for your needs is important. Since the bed is the focal point, the color choi...
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Name: Alissa & Evan
Location: Kenmare and Killarney, Ireland
Link: Aghadoe Heights Luxury Hotel in Killarney
Description: This past October my husband and I were wed and then ...
As renters we're constantly on the lookout for reversible design solutions to blah apartments. One thing we don't have much experience with is temporary wallpaper. Thanks to Danielle who wrote in wi...
Japanese Antique Screen Painting with Fans, $4400
The Zentner Collection is a little like San Francisco's Fumiki, a mix of contemporary and vintage Asian furnishings and art -- only bigger. Full of e...
A while ago, we wrote about our love for the"new-stalgic" look of Crosley's radios and turntables. Now the AV manufacturer has teamed up with Urban Outfitters to create a portable USB turntable in a...
We found this wonderful Grand Chiffonier when browsing Aria's website and fell instantly in love. Handmade to order by French craftsmen, this solid cherry dresser can be completely customized with ...
No, this is not a post about roommates but rather, balancing the masculine and feminine elements in your home. Ignore it and your home can feel either too cold or too fussy. Create the right balance...
As we're sure you've noticed, we here at AT are big fans of San Francisco-based Branch. It'd been awhile since we'd checked the site out, so when we visited it this morning we were happy to see that ...
The dining room of this house on Rue Berri just makes us want to bask in the sun. The double-height space is washed with light from the side and above, and the window wall opens fully for dining en ...
We enjoyed a wonderful backyard barbecue this past weekend and spotted similar DIY candle holders to these pictured. Made out of empty coffee cans and a bottle of spray paint it's one of the easiest ...
We don't want to toot our own horn, but we're pretty sure we're one of AT's least handy writers. Put a hammer in our hand and we're bound to make a huge mess...don't even get us started on what damage...
Another somewhat controversial furniture material, there’s just something wonderful about the combination of unfinished plywood and the bright, funky aesthetics of Austin. We love seeing all the cr...
I am in the middle of painting and rental-style-renovating an old Craftsman home. It came complete with a unique paint job - most of which has been safely covered by now.
But here's one bit we're de...
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Name: Matthew Kowles and Joseph Runfola
Location: New York, NY
Size: 1 bedroom, approx. 750 square feet
Years lived in: 3 years
R or O: Rent
Who else lives h...
This Pair of MISS K Lamps by Philippe Starck for FLOS Blue/Clear New is looking for a new home. Check 'em out in Pacific Heights. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
Apartment Ther...
Cities scramble before guests arrive, just like the rest of us. The RNC is coming, and with it, a last-minute public rejuvenation that's led Minneapolis' utility boxes to be refaced by local artists. ...
Here's a pretty cool idea courtesy of Alisa who submitted this idea to Ikeahacker: Ikea's Mandal headboard can double as a floating shelf unit. Alisa sawed the headboard down the middle and mounted ...
AT reader Cori sent in this question: We are looking for a Platner wire frame table base. Does anyone know a source that sells the base ONLY?
Our gut reaction is eBay or Craigslist--but does anyone...
When maximizing your space – big or small – it’s great to be creative and open to ideas. One perspective is the idea of layering furniture. Sometimes placing a piece of furniture in front of an...
I first saw these arresting blue and white tiles when heading out for coffee with Gregory in Silverlake last June (that's his feet and sandals below). It was the Intelligentsia coffee shop and it w...
After 6 months of being married we’ve finally become real people- we’ve bought art! But now we have a problem, we have wall space aplenty but how can we hang one smallish frame in a space that we ...
It took three planes, one taxi, and a very long ride in a speedboat to prove to us that the language of DIY is international. Jump down to see where we found this homemade hammock and how we think it'...
Siiiighhh...what can we way? We're suckers for velvet. And the grey velvet with these beautiful walnut mid-century modern chairs has us drooling. This luxurious pair of chairs is going for $825.
Mor...
These are "hot" finds from Ebay!
Labor Day is right around the corner, and we're hoping for sunny weather! Whether you're planning on heading to the park with friends for a nice picnic, or to the ro...
In the AT Classifieds, this Baker Sofa in River West is selling for $975. The 86-inch sofa has a solid wood frame, and the seller says it is in "like new condition" with no spots. Jump below for lin...
A new member to our flickr group "Apartment Therapy DC," kmrotterdam shared photos of her studio in Arlington, VA. We love how the orange-red wall breaks up her studio space to separate the dining/l...
Shawn sent us an email: Below are some pictures of my space I am having trouble with (sorry for the complete mess, I just started unpacking everything). The whole area is 21' 8" x 7' 7" and I'm tryin...
This table was created by Design Within Reach. This is a departure for a company that's made classic designs from international designers available to everyone without a design service. The table is...
Recently we've been thinking that we'd like to incorporate more pops of vibrant yellow into our space. So when we saw this cutie in the most recent CB2 catalog, we were enamored...
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Popcorn is one of our favorite meals...errr... snacks. It seems impossible that one tiny kernel can contain so much deliciousness! In fact, how does popcorn work? Delve into the food science with us...
Formerly known as "Nate's Transportation," Nate is still around and ramping up his business!
Having previously relied on word of mouth (and the written word, like our posts here), he's changed hi...
Do you keep a travel journal? Not a blog or a video record, but a good, old-fashioned, paper-bound book? In switching to digital resources (photos, records, etc.) we've reduced our paper clutter bu...
Our neighbors are re-roofing just their porch and are thinking about using a metal roof because they've always loved the look and their low-maintenance, not to mention the pitter-patter sound of t...
Name: Phillip Maisel
Location: Lower Haight, San Francisco
Size/Type: 5 bedroom, 2 bath
Years lived in: Rented for 2.5 years
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Phillip moved to San Francisco from Chicago 2 1/2 year...
Browsing the LA Flickr Pool we found this image that mnerd submitted of an alive and well 3-tiered planter:...
All the Italian escapes from AT Readers have us dreaming of a trip to Tuscany. (Check out this getaway and this one for starters.) We found a virtual escape the other day that kept us busy doing not...
The best trips are the ones taken with your best friend. What better friend to take along than your canine (or feline) one? But traveling with your pet can provide challenges human traveling compani...
Name: Monna and Damien
Location: Ontario
Description: Damien found a beautiful broken-down frame in his parents' basement a few weeks before they moved to Calgary. He held the frame in his hands and e...
For quite a long time we've been intrigued by the idea of living on the water. Barges, tugboats, yachts, motorboats, houseboats, floating homes, they all call out to us... so we were excited to find ...
Rounding out our Escapes month here at Apartment Therapy we thought we'd look to the future--Las Vegas' future that is. It seems MGM Mirage, one of Vegas' biggest hotel conglomerates is going eco-fri...
One thing people who love DIY projects have in common (besides the fun and thrill of making something yourself) is the money savings involved in taking on the task yourself. In a DIY project, the mos...
This week's Midwest Roundup has some really great highlights. There is a custom table and chairs set that tucks away to just under 3 ft wide in Ohio. Plus a pair of orange and white retro loveseats...
If your idea of a vacation is getting immersed in the culture, then the option of renting a flat or house is probably a great choice for you. But how exactly does one find the perfect vacation rental...
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You may remember Tyler's Modern Credenza IKEA Hack, and the swap-out of his house numbers. Tyler's most recent project has been making over the front yard of his home in Washington state. Che...
Garbage Lamp: made of used, compulsively collected polystyrene drinking cups.
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More design from Australia’s capital city. Bison Stonewear has that warm, touchable quality that just exudes ‘home’. Their simply designed vases, mugs and bowls come in a range of muted colour...
While reviewing several of the comments from yesterday's review of the Starfiber Microfiber Mop, we noted that reader "amiencc" (who also happens to operate a cleaning service) left a very detailed an...
Billed as "the world's handiest," never before would we have considered spending over a hundred bucks on a ladder. Though we have been caught in a jam without one before, storing a full-size ladder ...
Anna sent us a good question: What if your entryway is little more than a few feet between your door and your living room? Such is my dilemma. Just bought a media stand (the Kingston from Crate and...
Long known for their incredible palette of colors, Bauer Pottery has added a new item to their classic ceramic pieces:
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We're one of the few people we know anymore who insist on still having a landline. While portable phones are convenient, there's something about an actual wall-mounted device (complete with curly cord...
As Escapes month winds down, so too the summer. Labor Day's this weekend, the traditional end of summer holiday that means it's time for back to school and thoughts of fall. While the weather will s...
Anyone who has ever visited a chateau has probably been met with the fleeting sentiment that they could move right in, possibly followed by the crushing reality of their walk-up apartment. But Colette...
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Last week we were able to get a private look at the Chihuly exhibit at the de Young. The exhibit is 11,000 square feet. It's huge and it's breathtaking. Saying that it's absolute...
Okay, it's not even close to cold yet, even here in Montreal. But we still love this idea from Montreal firm JDS Architects. It's seating shaped around the fin-tube radiators that line the windows.....
We stumbled across this colorful geometric painting at a local Austin bakery yesterday and fell in love with the colors and idea of this wall art project. See more after the jump!...
Before there was DWR, before there was Design Public, there was The Magazine.
Founded in 1990 to supply its clients, both in the Bay Area and online, with the hottest modern furniture, rumor has it...
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Name: Austin and Jess
Location: East Side, Lower 60's near Central Park. New York City
Size: Studio, roughly 600 sq ft with sizable private terrace...
Lighting is one of those tricky things to scout out in public. Well, not so much tricky, but we all look slightly ridiculous walking around staring at the ceilings for an hour. The internet makes t...
If there's one complaint we hear a lot, it's that AT focuses too much on mid-century modern furniture. There's no denying that quite a few of us are big fans, but too much of a good thing can become.....
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I requested that the Salvation Army pick up some furniture on Wednesday but haven't received any confirmation. I'm in Pacifica and have to be in Illinois on Friday, and have no place for fur...
We know that when January comes around we're going to feel the "head south" bug, as always. For those of you who love a designer hotel and who've got Miami on your destination list, check out Kelly We...
We just got email from a friend asking us about Lushpad; she was shocked to discover we had never visited the site. We popped over to satisfy her, and boy are we glad we did! Lushpad is an online ...
"Always remember to take pleasure seriously." -Charles Eames...
Name: Shayna
Location: Road-trip along Highway 1 through Baja
Link: No link
Description: So often when I go on vacation I, like many people, look for the fastest way to get to a destination. With the...
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From the designer who brought us the Dress For Dinner Napkins comes a dual use item we actually see ourselves using around the kitchen where we've got plenty of hard to reach storaged away items (beca...
For years, we perceived napkin rings as being a bit stuffy — the kind of thing our mothers and grandmothers would incorporate into a formal table setting. But these ceramic rings by Perch! have ...
Here, navy blue trim on the frame invites you to treat the windows as artNervous about adding colour to a room? Thinking about painting the walls but not ready to make the plunge? Why not add it in ...
Often times we come across spaces in which our socks are knocked right off. This is of course, assuming you're wearing socks; I guess you could substitute hosiery or sandals into this slot.... but I...
Here's Amy A.'s final post! Comment away....
Name: Amy
Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Size: around 700 square feet/3-room railroad
Years lived in: 4 years
Rented or Owned: rent
Who else lives he...
From the Pacific Electric Building to Melrose to way down south in Irvine, greater Los Angeles still makes me whimper and long for the pure sunlight and the lint free life that drapes itself over ever...
We used to struggle with making our luggage stand-out but when our last black bag broke after years of use, we were determined to find something different. Our search found that some designs we lik...
Totally inspired small spaces! This is one of the best links we've had to share in a long time -- we love it. It is the "Petite Espaces" section of the Marie Claire Maison website. We've pulled a b...
We can imagine few things more grand than a cross-continental escape to the Himalayas. As if the setting weren't enough, the Leti 360 Resort is a breathtaking project 7,545 feet above sea level, bui...
Imagine our surprise to see celeb fashion bloggers - Heather and Jessica of Go Fug Yourself fame - featured in the October issue of Dwell (yes, we realize it's not even September yet but ours came ear...
We're dying for an isolated retreat on a hilltop with nothing but the basics:
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We've been helping a family member redecorate their living room and the first major purchase for the space was a new sofa—a new dark leather sofa. Our taste doesn't usually lean to leather so, init...
Hello AT,
With all of these great escapes that you've featuring, i thought my question would fit right in. My friend has decided to celebrate her 30th birthday in Mexico this December. I've been task...
The folks at Tiny Showcase have done it again - today they announced the launch of the Tiny Showcase Learning Press poster series with the release of this piece by Ray Fenwick. TS explains the series ...
With Apartment Therapy's month of weekend escapes, staycations and daycations, we have been inspired to create a walkable day away from it all right in our own city. Los Angeles really is a walkable c...
Everyone seems to like a unique screensaver, even more so if it is free. So here you have it, the ten best free screen savers from unplggd. Check them out here.
More from Unplggd after the jump...
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I snapped this picture out of who knows what magazine and I'm dying to know what kind of flowers these are! Anyone know?...
Musical stairs! We love them. The way they're so beaten down, yet still so vibrant. The typeface. They're so cool! It got us thinking about themes we'd want for putting names on our stairs. "Iconi...
We Midwesterners don't have access to the shore like our coastal counterparts (unless you count Lake Michigan), but we still appreciate a good beach house when we see one. Even though we're not with...
If we has these deep chaise lounges in a garden, we would never need to leave home to escape. The deep, wide cushions invite us to sink in while the canopy assures us we can lounge safely in the sh...
We've been talking a lot about escaping this month. Coming home, energized, our suitcase packed with souvenirs from our travels, we want to hold on to that vacation feeling for as long as possible. ...
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I don't think it'd be possible for Sweet Charity to squeeze in one more dish or pillow in the little store situated on 7th Ave in Park Slope. Not to worry, ...
Hi all, I have finally moved past my college furniture days but need some help finding a low dresser for my new bedroom set. I have two Crate and Barrel nightstands but since then, they have been disc...
From a practical guide to decoration, published in 1973 by Reader's Digest, we find this vintage home shot via Flickr. We're for more of a timeless style, and this photo screams of a particular time...
As much as we love showcasing great products over here at Apartment Therapy we equally love solutions that are readily available in the home. A shoe storage solution for this San Diego resident seems...
• While Mark is away hunting down new colors, we're running his top old hits.
Name: Galvanized
Brand: Ralph Lauren
Number: UL12
I recently moved into my own studio apartment after years spen...
One of our favorite getaway ideas we've seen on Apartment Therapy recently for August escapes month is exploring local sites. If you can't get away for a week or even a weekend, then a day or aftern...
When Heidi Nigen visited Copenhagen, she fell in love with the city, the people and the way they incorporate their cozy and modern aesthetic into everyday life.
When she came home, she tried to r...
Sponsored by Singer, Venus Zine's Craft-Off is calling for entries: Got a clever handmade gift idea? Does it cost less than $40 to produce? Want to share your project with the world? If you answered y...
This Antique Tribal Moroccan Chest is definitely a statement piece - the only question would be what room to use it in. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
Apartment Therapy Furnitu...
Ah the glamour of air travel: get waved through or wanded bare feet as your belongings are pile-driven by grey bins. Make a faster getaway with these tips, from pre-screen packing to lattes. ...
We've been showing a lot of inspirational rooms that use light colored sofas and chairs to anchor the colors and styles. But even if you have a dark sofa (like the plum one featured here), you don't ...
Apartment Therapy reader, Jude, emailed us her gorgeous house makeover. We wanted to share the molding treatment that she created on one wall in her living room. Jude has slowly been making over her h...
No, these are not a wacky Australian native plant growth, rather they are crocheted wool brooch’s from a Canberra based Etsy seller. What excited us however, was the potential for DIY creativity ...
What: Multiple examples of good - some basic, some elaborate - tile design
Where: Shops, restaurants, and facilities in Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Terminal D
When: Photos taken Thursda...
Want to add a little history to your home? Check out this vintage Henredon Couch, purchased in 1969 and on sale by the sole owner. This unique Louis XVI style sofa features a hand carved wood frame a...
White Tufted Couch by Milo Baughman for sale in our Classifieds!
These are hot, fresh finds from Craigslist we just brought in this morning. Click to view these in bold below...
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At the bookstore the other day, we checked out Boho, a new green lifestyle publication billed as "a bohemian's guide to style." It focuses more on fashion than home design, but there were a few blog...
Escapes Month is almost over, but you can use your travel inspirations to decorate your home. Shown is a travel-themed bathroom, with a painting picked up in Madrid, Spain and pictures ledges fille...
Here's the "Straight Talk" about this end table. It's solid, awesome, and has served our country...errr, our apartment, well. Can we sell it to you? "Yes we can." Your home is looking for change. This...
The Native American patterns found on many of Pendleton's wool blankets would look striking in a modern interior. Graphic and bold, these five blankets are our favorites from Pendleton's many option...
We have a friend with a delightful collection of vintage toys. She inspires us by using her toys sparingly to enhance her decor; it never feels over the top. So when we happened upon this old, ro...
It's tomato season! We have a bag full of tomatoes from a friend's garden. It's not good to store tomatoes in the fridge; they get mealy and soft. So we found a better way of storing our tomatoes - cl...
We came across this Ellipse Bookcase by La Maison Francaise in our ongoing search for unusual but practical room dividers. This one appeals to us because of its curved shape and solid wood frame......
At last week's Ikea Home and garden Show we did the unthinkable: we bought an 'as seen on tv' product. And honestly, we couldn't be happier:...
Lately we've been seriously searching through our inspiration files for shelving ideas. We came upon this image of simple (DIY-able?) shelves that we bookmarked from Emma's blog months ago... ...
Who needs a travel agent when AT Readers have been recommending so many great getaways? So far, we've received a bunch of good vacation tips, but we've still got another week left in "Escapes Month....
Recently, Laure blogged some tips about moving into a dorm room. Here are some additional and inexpensive tips to personalize what's often a lackluster space...
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We’ve suggested donating your towels to animal shelters, but there’s a whole slew of other common household items that could be put to good use at a shelter (or vet’s office) near you. ...
We love prefabs, but prefabs don't seem to be returning the love quite yet, mostly because they're still out of the realm of affordability. But like our fav Journey tune reminds us, we've never stoppe...
If you can't get people to buy your super cool plans, do them yourself. This is exactly what Todd Saunders and Tommie Wilhelmsen did when they went looking for land on which to build their designs....
Name: Kristin
Location: Cozumel, Mexico
Link: Fiesta Americana
Description: This past June, my friends and I took a vacation to Cozumel, Mexico. The island is perfect for scuba lovers and snorkling. B...
Last week we talked about organizing your files using the straight-line filing technique. To further organize your paperwork we suggest assigning color to each category in your files. No longer will...
At the risk of sounding like a bad stand-up comedian, what's with parking garage architecture? A somewhat necessary part of our ever-expanding urbanism, do they have to look so unattractive? Join th...
A few years ago we made a New Years resolution to stop buying cups of coffee at our local coffee shop and start making it at home. Granted, you can still spot us at Blue Bottle at least once a week, ...
Orange and Purple is usually a combo done in small doses. Although this house in Kansas City seems to have taken it to the extreme. Give us your thoughts on it after the jump......
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One of the features of the much-debated Margarido House is the D'MAND hot water system. It's basically a water pump that circulates or flushes your hot water line when you need hot water. ...
Yep, its a chair.
These chairs from the Fernando and Humberto Campana have been around for a few years, but we've always had an.. er, soft spot for them. Maybe its because we've had piles of stuffe...
Here's a question for all of us who have endured a less-than-perfect college dorm situation: What are some tips on dealing with a terrible roommate? Over the weekend, I made the mistake of driving pa...
We know you love house tours but sometimes 2 a day just isn’t enough! After stumbling across House Tribe yesterday we’ve been flicking through it ever since. Currently there are just over 160 hous...
Two of our favorite things: repurposing and light fixtures. Artist Rodney Allen Trice combines the two in just one project among the most extensive and useful collection of repurposed housewares that...
Andrew sent us a good question: I love the [Istanbul-based] Studio Nommo wallpaper that I saw featured on your site. I am trying to build two spec homes in Minneapolis: modern, architectural and wit...
Sometimes to get away from it all you have to keep it simple. For us that can often mean doing a slower activity and getting our hands dirty. ...
Name: Ruth
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Rent or own: Rent
Size: 700 sq/ft including mezzanine
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Ruth was standing on a street corner in Manhattan several years ago when it hi...
While doing a quick toilet-paper and paper towel run at Costco the other day we spotted these very large Method hand wash refills. We've never seen refills this big outside of Costco, so have a feeli...
Recently we blogged our new silver rolling bag, bought after we came close to mistakenly picking up the wrong black rolling bag one too many times. And, a recent email from Maxwell rounded up some gr...
To be happy in life you must immediately sell all your clutter. Mark Hodess, founder of Money for Clutter, is quoted in a recent Montreal Mirror column by Chris Barry. Money for Clutter was created...
Looking for new flooring can be overwhelming with all the different options available today. Many homeowners are looking for flooring that's not only good-looking, but will last. More and more freque...
Modwalls (formerly Mosaic Tile Market) is a Scotts Valley-based company that is strictly online, but their wall and floor tile products are colorful, stylish, and economical....
In major metropolitan areas, it's becoming easier and easier to swear off car ownership and depend on public transportation and the two wheels of your bicycle. But what happens when you have more to...
We must admit that when we get Real Simple (or really, any Martha Stewart magazine) in the mail, we'll rip through it and sigh and moan about how our house will never look that good. Sure, we get insp...
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While we would love to have the house filled with fresh flowers at all times, the cost of consistently blooming blossoms can add up pretty quickly. An easy (and...
When working with a small space, multi-purpose furniture can be key. This is especially so with things like mini bars, which often don't make it to the top of the list of priorities for a studio or o...
Today we heard from a devoted Detroit reader, Mansi:
Apartment Therapy has been a great inspiration for me to decorate my apartment...here are some images of my apartment living room. So, thank you fo...
As a part of the casual summer cure, Lucy revamped a stool with some paint and some linen:...
We love the lines of this sturdy accent chair and think it would make a great addition to any room. Handmade in Thailand, this lovely chair is even made of eco-friendly bamboo...
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Amazing fields on the way into the city
Name: Michelle
Location: Grand Forks, ND
Link: None, I stay with family
Description: When I turned 18 in 2000 I've always wanted to travel but since I didn't ha...
Last week, Adrienne blogged the germiest items in a hotel room. Now that you know what they are, here's how to address the problem as well as tips to make your temporary home more homey......
AT:SF, I notice that a lot of people on the site and in the comments indicate that they find their furniture on Craigslist. Do you know how this is done? Do people have specific pieces that they sear...
Here on Apartment Therapy we are typically all about natural oe eco friendly cleansers. We stick out our tongues at harsh chemicals and try to implement a healthier home with safer cleaning products...
It's been a noticeably pleasant summer this year, so we've taken advantage of weekends by escaping up to the San Gabriel Mountains and the trails of the Angeles Forest every chance we get, where we've...
Do you believe in lucky numbers? The Beijing Olympics began on 8.08.08 because eight is a lucky number in China. About 85% of buildings in the U.S. don't have a 13th floor and condo units ending i...
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This morning we found these great photos on Flickr of a before and after staircase (and surrounding area). Jump below for a look at the after......
Looking for a good "Home Sweet Home" image today online, we stumbled across Bits and Bobbins, a crafty site/blog that mainly focuses on sewing and fashion. Tucked in the blog, though, was a little s...
Graphic art can add a great pop to any room. We love how Pepper&Gretta chose to use it as a point of contrast in this soothing blue and white bedroom......
After our summer adventures have completed the transition from reality to memory, those of us who still print our pictures out will have to decide how to display and organize them. We thought this pho...
Over the weekend we hit up the great Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest for some neighborhood energy and talent. One such talent is Jenny Larsen of Jenny's Mosaics......
Remember these grass walls? Well on our neighborhood walk, we saw some loose gravel at the bottom of a landing got replaced with very orderly pebbles:...
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My new Home Depot ceiling light
As I was renovating my kitchen, I scouted out a few vintage style ceiling lights at Olde Good ...
Over at Re-nest, we've been fascinated with Yale grad student Elizabeth Turnbull's tiny little house. How is she going to live in it? Does it have plumbing? Where is she going to put it? And could...
We're on the lookout for new bedside lamps, and right now these ceramic pieces are on our short list. We love that the pierced base allows light to shine through, perfect for those times in the middle...
There are the obvious, more traditional areas to place furniture in your home like your couch against a wall or the kitchen table right in the kitchen. When designing your floor plan for your own spac...
It's so late and I am w o r k e d. I don't go to movies very often, but tonight a friend talked me into going to see The Dark Knight. OMG. It gave me heart palpitations. With all due respect to ...
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I moved to the city a year ago and have been living with a roommate all this time. I am starting a search for my own apartment and have been seeing all sorts of prices for rentals and I've ...
With Maxwell's recent email about how much just saying 'hello' can change the face of a neighborhood it got us to thinking about our daily walk......
The 102-square foot Weebee House
This is a true find. Sebastopol-based The Tumbleweed Tiny House Company was started by Jay Schafer around 1997 when he began pioneering the art of building and livin...
This Taschen book offers a wealth of seaside escapes between its pages. Edited by Angelika Taschen with text by Elle Decor contributor Ian Phillips, the book includes oceanfront homes from all five ...
We found and fell in love with melt's home office on Flickr. Filled with thrift store finds and painted a cheerful color, this office looks like a place we'd be happy to work in......
It's late and the last guest just left. You close the door and survey the damage. Glasses on every available space, empty wine bottles, dishes stacked haphazardly...While having people over is great...
During hot seasons around the world, it has long been a tradition that people would travel or decamp to whatever cooler places they could find, whether it was the mountains, the lakes or the sea. The...
In our everyday life, we rely heavily on list-making. If it doesn't make it on the list, chances are it won't get done. This seemingly type-A trait of ours actually masks the fact that we HATE to plan...
m0851 Guestrooms in Antwerp are run by the Canadian leather goods maker m0851. In the same style as their leather bags and accessories, m0851 has created three small guest rooms with clean, modern s...
We already mentioned that we traveled to the IKEA Home and Garden Show last week in Anaheim. What we didn't tell you is how much we loved the IKEA Dream Home. It was an organizer's dream. There was...
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We were struck by the depth and intensity of the walls in Peter Hinwood's London home in September's issue of World of Interiors. A powerful Moroccan blue, the...
If you're looking for the latest and greatest in modern, Italian furniture design, you'll have to pay a visit to Bella Home, located in the funky West Sixth Street area just west of downtown. Outfitt...
Okay, so we know that a lot of you out there have opinions about the "Keep Calm and Carry On" posters that frequently show up in AT house tours. (See the 74 comments in this Good Question post just ...
We are so loving the color, color, colorful items available online from NY shop auto. Check out these four and more below:...
Yes, we're pretty sure our laundromat has the same row of chairs - but if you had the space we think this Krueger 4 Chair Row could look stunning in a home. An alternative entry bench perhaps? Jump ...
It’s business in the back and art party in the front. This Mpls brother & sister tax preparation business lets you itemize your deductions, then spend them on a painting all in one stop.
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If you have been into Anthropologie, you have seen the colorful fabrics that cover their comfortable upholstered furniture. With all of the patterned designs available, it could be a question of if th...
Name: Eric
Location: West Village/Meatpacking District
Size: 750 sqft
Favorite: Location, quiet, that it is not a boxy apt, and that the bathroom is independently accessible
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For our 21st birthday our Grandma offered to buy the cutlery set of our choosing. For weeks we travelled around to different department stores holding every style, feeling how they were weighted and a...
Magnetic genius! The Magwear Handyman's Helper is just the tool we need to tackle all our upcoming household projects. There's art to hang and baseboards to replace and a magnetic wristband is the p...
OK, so this may not be that great of a deal, but still--$50 is...$50. This black Kartell Bougie Lamp is up for grabs for $300 (retail price $350), and it's definitely a stunner. The good news? It's...
Vintage Arts and Crafts Console for sale in our Classifieds!
These are hot, fresh finds from Craigslist we just brought in this morning. Click to view these in bold below...
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In Rockford, this Conant Ball Desk and Chair by Russell Wright is selling for $250. Made from solid birch, the desk and chair legs have some water damage on the bottom. The rattan in the chair also ...
Raleigh, NC makes a great weekend escape from DC. If you go, we recommend the flea market open every Saturday and Sunday on the NC State Fairgrounds. Shown are some recent photos from the Raleigh ...
Elaine sent us a good question: While vacationing last year, I took a picture of this lovely bookcase. Now it would be perfect for my new home (for tv and electronics actually). Does anyone have any i...
"because the foam wants to unfold, it`s pushing itself on the frame..."
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We just arrived home from a much needed vacation in New Hampshire, to discover our recent issue of Natural Home Magazine. Maybe the influence of being in the woods for a week drew us to this simpl...
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There is no odder little store for housewares and accessories than Obscura. Run by Mike Zohn and Evan Michelson and nestled on the side of 10th Street, it is a treasu...
You may have heard that Senator John McCain has so many houses, he can't keep track. So we were a little disappointed in the Washington Post's story "Take the McCain House Tour!" With that title, we...
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After sleeping in a loft bed (very close to the ceiling) since the 80's, I woke one morning and was ready for a change. The loft was suddenly was really claustr...
- Many comments bring Rachel's post back to the top of the pile...
At AT, we don't usually blog on the The Economist but a recent issue has an AT-relevant article on the "endowment effect," an econo...
The readers favorite posts on AT:Chicago this week included tips on how to create a hotel-style bathroom at home, ideas on making your trip to IKEA quicker, whether to spend or spluge and a roundup o...
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So with all of the talk about this or that plant being good for birds or butterflies or bees, I have to say that nothing is better than when you actually see this in action.
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We've got a week's worth of our best posts to share today, including an Austin house tour that melds masculine and feminine sensibilities, tips to make a small space seem bigger, how to deal with (too...
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