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Of all the flower boxes I have seen this summer this had to be the brightest and most vibrant, not to mention there must be at least 40 linear feet of plants! Lots of people stop to stare when they...
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This week's flowers come from Pamela who is enjoying the flowers that are in season right now. Her vase in her new remodeled bedroom looks like a portal into a nearby meadow!
We're sending a shou...
This afternoon, for some reason, we suddenly thought of Julie and Andrew's Art-Filled San Francisco Abode. While we've blogged quite a few art displays, we haven't yet mentioned theirs......
Name: Madeleine Stamer
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Size: 120 square meters [1,200 square feet]
Years lived in: 3 months
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Madeleine of Little Circus Design lives with husband Kar...
From Small Cool to A Big Shelter Mag is how we titled a post about Bart (known as Magnaverde on AT)'s announcement at our Design Meetup back in April that he was going to be included in an upcoming is...
This Phinney Ridge remodel transformed a cramped and single-story 1912 bungalow into a modern, open two-story home with a 3-star Built Green certification. Bamboo flooring and a seismic retrofit rou...
Swedish site Alcro has a great inspiration gallery that's especially strong in the bathroom category. Clicking through, we found a few ideas, like storing extra towels high up in cubbies and using a...
For most of us, a junk drawer is just that. Junk. A graveyard for things that have no where else to go. But, instead of being a repository for things that don't work, it can be the go to place for ...
We immediately fell in love with this beautiful frieze, located in the home of Melody and Steve Von Ruden. Though the Von Rudens get to enjoy it every day, it was originally commissioned by the home's...
Inspired by her love the midcentury boomerang shapes, vintage fabrics and guided by her training at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles, designer Jayne Blume of Like Kitty...
No matter how hard we try, we can't get our dog to sit somewhere other than the bathroom rug. Can't find Wilbur (the Boston Terrier above)? Check the bathroom! Do you have a part of your house, pi...
Our friends Evelyn and Jesse recently went on a road trip to Portland and stayed at the Ace Hotel. We were looking through the photos from their trip and were really struck by this riser mounted soap ...
Title: This Old House
Photographer: Tim Melideo
Link: www.tim@timmelideo.com
"This is an abandoned house in a little town, called amboy, off route 66 in california. the population is 2 and it was p...
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I have a mouse in my apartment who has started showing up almost every night. We spent a good chunk of Saturday night locked in a staring contest before he/she decided to hide o...
We spied this over at DesireToInspire's blog: Diana Kellogg's loft in Tribeca has a playroom for her kids that we would have loved ourselves (it reminds us of Gymstrada back in elementary school, espe...
Whitney sent us an email: I love the look of this table top and legs at IKEA. I've been looking for a unique (and cheap!) dining table for our apartment. Does anyone know if this would work for that? ...
We love it when elements of modern life are implemented into centuries-old techniques — we love the Pixelated Fabric from Kvadrat and we'd love to play around with these Tetris Tiles......
We're always drawn to the color green, but until recently we never thought of a vibrant shade of the color playing well in our home. When we saw this photo, however, it reminded us of a great use of g...
Artwork needn't be flat and fit in a frame, and this series by AnAntomc Factory happens to hang from a string and lights up. It also tickled our funny bone....
Oh we just want to smoosh down on these linen cushions and have ourselves a Fall picnic or settle for a smooshy comfy cozy time inside. ...
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This is a picture of my studio boardroom where I meet with clients everyday. I really enjoy the scale and proportions of the space. I have to say that this is ...
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My Red Office
I cannot leave well enough alone. Our apartment has a great big, deep closet inside our entry and I just thought...what a perfect cubby for a little o...
Purple can be a tricky color to pull off, since it can lean towards warm (red) or cool (blue), and just a few degrees either way can cause it to clash with other colors. We really like seeing a warm...
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Vanessa Von Hessert is the last of our profiles from last thursday's meetup. Vanessa, a furniture designer in training, was kind enough to share with us one of ...
Ah, back to school and nesting season....(To All Open Threads - including yesterday's about 9.11 with 93 comments)...
We first stumbled across Howard Street's foam superstore online, and slowly have discovered what a great resource it is. More than just a soft, hypo-allergenic substance upon which to rest your weary...
A few months ago, when we were at the Designer's Call event in Santa Monica, we had the chance to ask lead designer Lara Fishman what was her "go to" fix for a challenging space. Her answer was mirro...
For those of you have just moved or are looking for a good sofa to fit your home, here's an assortment of sofas, sectionals and loveseats from craigslist, including this Crate and Barrel Petrie sofa...
Browsing through catalogs last night, we spotted this Sculpted Jewelry Catchall -- and it reminded us of the lovely but pricey Bird Coat Rack we'd seen a couple of weeks ago. Made of satin-nickel pla...
With Hurricane Ike heading closer to Texas every minute, homeowners all around the state are worrying about and bracing for the weather, which can sadly sometimes cause great damage to our homes. We ...
Are you the kind of person who can choose paint colors like nothing else? Do you instinctively know the difference between a warm red and a slightly cooler version? Test your color IQ with this quiz...
We’ve blogged about wall decals before and taking this market just a bit further is Les Invasions Ephémères. Designers Sofia Antonovich and Miss Miza have added floor stickers to their impressive ...
Simplicity and originality are two of the most important aspects of good design to us. So we were greatly impressed when we stumbled upon this Turkish design company, as their products have both of th...
One of our favorite textile designers and DIY expert, Antero Kjaer, just unveiled her very cute office that is comprised of vintage metal school lockers from the thrift store, Ikea, and a retro flower...
We're well into the back to school season, with everyone moved into their dorms and classes in full swing. Students in the Montreal area may want to keep this reference on hand come next spring, whe...
Smileydq wrote in to ask for advice on updating Ikea chairs: I bought Ikea's Granas table and chairs on Craigslist for a song a couple of years ago and still love the lines of it. I like the color o...
We read an interesting article this morning that talks about home libraries and how they're used. Granted, we have never had our own home library, but we can imagine that if we did we'd use it to, we...
Little Paper Planes, purveyers of fine art prints by artists we love, is launching a new division: Little Paper Press this saturday:...
What could possibly be wrong with a modular sofa system inspired by LEGOs? The new Alphabet Modular Sofa by Piero Lissoni uses four basic shapes in a handful of sizes — seat, armrest, backrest...
We were blown away by the impact of this flowering quince tree mural when we accidentally ran across it in Robert Lachman's article for the LA Times on the revival of wall murals. We love the way it ...
With the holidays already sneaking up on us and guests making plans to come visit, we're gathering up ideas for entertaining on a grand scale. We're confident we'll wow their taste buds with tasty li...
Earlier this year Sarahc over at AT Chicago put together a great list of additional uses for tea towels around the house. We can now add the idea above: tea towels with different designs stitched toge...
Maybe they have spies, but we thought it was quite a coincidence that we received our very first ever Doctors Foster and Smith Just for Cats catalog in the mail this week. We'd never even heard of th...
Hi, I have a quick question. I'm a fan of MTV's Rob & Big, and really like some of the furniture they have in the house — specifically Rob's dresser and bed. My first guess was BluDot, but I d...
Name: Victoria and Hans
Location: Mar Vista, CA
Size: 1600 sq/ft
Years lived in: 3 years/Own
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Los Angeles couple, Victoria and Hans, wanted to create a true indoor-outdoor home wit...
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This week we have five great giveaways for you -- one's below the jump, so click here to check it out. Please don't forg...
Argyle has been trendy in fashion the last few seasons, but now the favored 80's pattern is making its way to main stream bedding. We've seen the occasional argyle pillow before on AT, but not from...
AT:SF, My wife and I are looking for some kind of organizing/ interior design consultant that can help us use our closet space more efficiently. Do you happen to know anyone? Thanks,
-Steve...
We remember doing something similar in our college dorm, except it didn't look this good (obviously: it was cement blocks and cut plywood sheets that constantly gave us splinters). We're liking how "...
A new take on decorating with neutrals and a pop of color. This is the interior of London restaurant Olivomare, designed by Pierluigi Piu, and we're absolutely loving this all-white/all-pattern conce...
Though we'd been to Umi Sake House right when they first opened a few years ago, a recent visit had us rubbernecking at the gorgeous, light-filled interior design. The pieces clicked into place when...
The latest ReadyMade issue covers fashion ideas for home use. One of those concepts includes reusing belts that you no longer wear. Our favorite: the stunning woven stool seat, above left. Right, old ...
OK, yes, these would be relatively simple to DIY. But not everyone has the time, patience, or skills to be crafty, and these patterned clothes pins are just pretty darn cute....
Like Apartment Therapy, Jonathan Adler's manifesto begins with the belief that your home should make you happy. Within this idea lies Jonathan's colorful, sculptural and whimsical designs that will m...
Take a phone book, computer monitor and the supplies above and you have yourself a great new craft project. Crafting?! In the office?! Click through the jump to see how to recycle your old phonebo...
Long time viewer, first time emailer, first time tiling anything. I would appreciate any insight the AT community could provide. I am renovating my bathroom which is the same size and is laid out exac...
We've blogged the aloft concept before -- Starwood Hotels' line of budget-friendly accomodations -- but the new Portland location has us wanting to pull out our gummi bracelets and jellies. While the ...
Fred and Friends is just right for a not-so-serious Friday afternoon. Silly yet keeping an eye on design, the products are kitschy and cute. And while they are fun, they are also practical, so if you ...
We inherited this bookcase from an elderly neighbor, but were uncertain how to use it in our house. After all, our enormous book collection lives on white Billy bookcases, hardly a match for this p...
If you're like us, you are obsessed with The Container Store. Whenever we visit the store we can't help but go through every aisle, as we often find that a specific type of container could be used fo...
Designed as "their own little getaway", this dog house is meant for use indoors. Hot or Not? Voting, price and link below:...
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I am proud to say that while I have cut down on my swollen book collection...
We've already shared our fascination with fancy security gates and creative ironwork. On this last trip to Egypt we found a few more inspiring images to add to our growing collection......
We've been seeing great tips for sharing your space with furry (or feathery) friends for September Pet's month, and if there's one issue that deserves more coverage, it's the issue of keeping pets sa...
We know Jonathan Adler is a proponent of stylish dogs everywhere (see our pet bowl roundup here and Adler dog beds here). Now, a few new color combos have been added to the collection. Details below:...
Though we don't know much about it, we're captivated by the images of Arik Levy's new Fluid System of modular shelving. Designed for Desalto, the entire system is made up of a singular component tha...
While it wouldn't work in our home, this George Jetson Couch is pretty darn cool. Maybe it's just what you've been looking for? Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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Anthropologie's sale section could (or maybe should!?!) be it's own store and it's available to you every single day! Full of elegant, colorful, delicate yet rustic home decor, bedding and furniture, ...
This weekend, the Walker Art Center & the Minneapolis Institute of Arts co-host a serious Eero Saarinen retrospective via the National. Saarinen's work will come to life from infamous chair to Arch vi...
The Joni Mitchell of pillow design. I had the good fortune of meeting Lauren Saunders at ICFF two years ago. It was her first year taking a booth there, and she sat through all four long days like a...
kimber wonderswhat to pay for an original bertoia diamond chair......
This one's an oldie but goodie...we've blogged incessantly about how great these Artemide Tolomeo lamps are, and now here's an opportunity to grab a few of the track lighting version for $75 a pop.......
ABC Carpet - Antique Chinese Altar Table/Desk for sale in our Classifieds!
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If the Jetsons moved to Sydney, they’d probably want to live in this new development designed by Ronald Cecil Sportes. 42-44 Carnarvon St comprises of 10 eco-friendly luxury townhouses which feature...
In West Town, a 9-year-old Herman Miller Eames Sofa Compact is selling for $1,800 (about 60% of the going retail rate). The upholstery is "crepe," made from contract grade 100% recycled polyester. A...
We've mentioned how much we love canopy beds and so were thrilled to find Alkemie's post on "The Romance of Canopy Beds." We're not sure where the photos come from, but they are stunning. More sho...
Whether you are so sick of deer heads/antlers (faux or not) or still love the look for home, we think artist Jennifer Khoshbin's Handmade Wilderness series is worth a look. Khoshbin creates the deer h...
TGIF - Any Weekend Projects Planned?Hello to spinsLPs, oakland and brookeb21!...
We finally got around to enhancing our living room folding screen that we scored at a yard sale a few months ago. Clearly the screen was lovely enough to remain the way it was but as always we wer...
François Royer began making his Stanker line of side tables by transforming recycled oil barrels (see results after the jump) in his Paris basement five years ago. Now based near Montpelier in the so...
Looking for spice jars? So far we're impressed with these inexpensive glass and stainless steel jars from IKEA. Full review, links, and price at The Kitchn, plus a few more of our current picks from I...
Zoomies is a self-described "lifestyle boutique" for dogs and cats. Its elegant line of pet beds, apparel and accessories (as well as its gourmet biscuit bar!) have created a devout following......
Thanks to our recent house tour of Joe's amazing condo and garden, we've been on the lookout for art deco home decor. In Legendary Beast (on U Street), hidden among all the eclectic jewelry, we foun...
Name: Jerad (Intern Architect/Contractor) & Jessica Foster (Registered Nurse)
Location: Prairie Village, Kansas
Size:1184 Sq. Ft.
Type: Mid Century Modern Drummond
Years Lived In: 3 come January
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beforeIt seems there has been no shortage of "before and after" shots of reupholstered furniture on the design blogs lately, and we are all for it. There's nothing more satisfying than turning someone...
Looking at British retailer Skandium's site today, we came across this sweet Scandinavian Modern apartment that's been decorated with clean-lined furniture and a few bold prints. Click below for ide...
Good lighting can literally light up your life. It can make the difference between "nice place" and "wow, love your pad." But, in most homes, the lighting is too complicated and too dim. Before you...
The cover of this month's the latest Dwell magazine is graced by the architecture of Jamie Darnell out of Kansas City, Mo. A father of 2, husband and architect, Jamie turned his simple plan for a mo...
Hello, I recently moved into a new apartment and I need some desperate help. I consider my taste modern, contemporary. I like colors and interesting pieces. First question: My living room looks boring...
In case you're decorating a new bedroom, redoing an old one, or just switching out your sheets for fall, we thought we'd direct you to Macy's closeout items. Right now a wide selection of bedding, m...
We've been seeing all kinds of landing strip storage recently, from DIY ideas to more fancy-schmancy devices. This canvas pocket + hooks struck us a nice, neutral option that is relatively inexpensi...
Are you heading out to Division this weekend? We hope to - with 250 booths, over 300 artists and the addition of live music in the evenings, it sounds like a can't-miss event. To get ready, we've pull...
If yesterday's big black bedroom was too much for you, check out this lovely living room. While the majority of the space is done up in blinding white, the window seat alcove lures us in thanks to the...
Congratulations to today's winners, Meredith Williams (cat owner) and Carolann McLaughlin (dog owner), who won our Pet Design Giveaway: Modern Pet Beds (one cat & one dog!).
Item: DC 21 - The Dyson...
Stripes and solid colours are all very well, but it can fun to throw one oddball cushion into the mix. Changing over your cushions is one of the easiest ways to play with your furnishings as they’re...
In memorial....Where were you?We had just stepped out of Crunch on Broadway & Houston, and were buying a cream cheese bagel before walking down to the AT office. We could see the smoke coming from th...
Often when we see the work of designers who repurpose or recycle old objects to fulfill new functions, we might think to ourselves, "why didn't I think of that? I bet I could copy that idea." Afrodit...
We're suckers for great fabric, the color blue and things that have multiple uses:...
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Julia Szabo was the third expert on our panel at last thursday's meetup. Julia, owner of six dogs and six cats in a Manhattan apartment (!) shared her encyclop...
Fall Sale at Egg & The Urban MercantileSeptember Sales...
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This coming Sunday in Kansas City you will have the ability to tour four homes that were all designed by the architects who live in them. Two of the homes are new and two are complete rehabs of hous...
Form Vintage Modern lies tucked amidst the cozy traditionalism of College Avenue in Oakland's Rockridge neighborhood. Owned by husband-and-wife team Joe and Lindsay Kunis, the store showcases classic...
Fans of vintage furniture can surely relate to loving vintage lumber and building supplies, too. With the gorgeous aged textures, one-of-a-kind patterns and interesting history, reclaimed building su...
We got this tip in our email yesterday from ideal bite. GreenMaid is a family-owned cleaning service in Chicago that uses only Green Seal certified products......
Red Doe. Cotton wool yarn, zipper, polyurethane foam, wood, 14 x 22"
Introducing Rachel Denny and her "Domestic Trophies". Normally anything that smacks of taxidermy would make me squirm, but these, ...
Item: 10 pairs of tickets (20 total) to West Coast Green
Value: $65 each
Description: West Coast Green is the largest interactive conference and expo on innovation and green building. This year it's ...
Plum & gold, courtesy of Michael KorsIf you're into fashion and home decor, then this great feature over at Coco+Kelley's blog is perfect for you: matching the latest runway fashions with home decor t...
Yesterday, Sarah shared Degerkas' Black and White Mid-C Cats with us. We recently spotted another modern cat on Flickr, and we saw a bit of him on the Love Song for a Cat Post. See more of m.paolett...
Hello AT DC, My mother is giving me part of the 3-part sectional that is now in her family room. It's all the fugly couch you can get. It's rusty orange chenille-like fabric with burns from an iron,...
We just got word of new website undrgrnd. One design deal every morning, 7 days a week. We checked it out for the first time today, and what do you know? Area bedding at 50% off. Sign us up, we're ...
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Apologies for the janky phone photos, but we saw this 5 shelf Thomas O'Brien unit at Target, and have been wondering about our judgment ever since. We desperately need a bookshelf in our home office -...
Three pounds! This stylish bent aluminum table from designer Christoph Böninger weighs only three pounds. It's one of the newest items to be offered exclusively by the MoMA Design Store......
We’ve written quite a bit about ways to keep your small space clutter-free and organized by using simple decor ideas. This works in every room - including the sometimes forgotten about design of a b...
What do dogs and wallpaper have in common? Our landlord has banned them both, sigh. But that hasn't stopped us from grinning over this latest style from Osborne & Little....
Hi, I have a question for the readers regarding lighting. I am updating my NY apartment, and am trying to decide on which lights would look good over a dining table. I will probably have 3-4 of them...
Back in August, AT:LA wrote about The Selby, a website that documents the interiors of hip LA and New York people. While we loved the post, we were particularly interested in Matthew Eikelberger's ho...
Have a space you want to divide, yet allow light and air in? UMA's Cutout Screen Panel Set are an ornately designed damask and floral partition that provides an attractive and airy doorwas partition, ...
Item: Rowenta IS1430 1400-Watt Pro Compact Steamer
Retail Price:$90.00
Description: Looking for a wrinkle busting solution where a normal iron can't reach? The Rowenta IS1430 holds 33-ounces of wate...
Jennifer sent us an email: Do you know where I could find a table similar to the Corbett at Room and Board but wider (42" or more)? If you have any suggestions about places I should look I would be v...
The 30th Annual Adams Morgan Day Festival takes place this Sunday, September 14th. The festival is always lots of fun, and we especially enjoy strolling through the street of art vendors (on Belmont...
Hello AT, I'm renting a house with 4 friends. My bedroom used to be a workspace. In the corner of the room is a glass "light box" for the staircase underneath and the door is in glass, both not quite...
While we're lusting after all the fantastic pieces in this room (painted collage of picture frames! The tripod chair! The blue mushroom lamp! The yellow basketweave headboard and matching nightstands!...
It you've ever rented an apartment sight unseen, you know the fears that it'll turn out to be something like the photo up top. But the cons of renting without visiting first are generally much more ...
We've had some cold nights lately and its got us excited about fall and, specifically, cozy blankets. We're big fans of fleece and wool blankets for curling up on a crisp fall night and these colorful...
A few weeks ago we showed you the breathtaking Chihuly exhibit at the de Young. We went back to snap some more photos, and we realized we had left these out of our first post. Take a look, after the...
Back in April, we swore it would be at least a year until returning to IKEA. But the itch is back, based on our need of some basics and our desire to see what's new. One of those desires is a rug that...
As part of this week's focus on Tiny Living, The New York Times looks at high-style sheds as additions to your living space. The focus of the story is on the immediate gratification of prefab sheds ...
Stephanie shows those of us who suffer from sewphobia how to make napkins—and you won't need a machine or a needle! Over at Re-nest, we're also coming around to the change of season. We're use...
We're on an organizational kick around our house these days, and right now we're wishing this Over Door Organizer With Laundry Bag came in other colors, because it's exactly what we need in our bathro...
Dear Apartment Therapy, I managed to pick up a couple of Eames lounger knock-offs for very little money, both of which look more or less like the above image. Since I have a spare, I was wondering if...
We don't have any pets of our own, but that doesn't mean we don't covet some of the furry and feathered friend finery we've found whilst perusing eBay... check it out!
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Although we love a clean house, we hate cleaning it when there are many more interesting things to do! And, although we've considered a weekly or biweekly maid, we'd rather save the money to spend on...
Made in Italy of 2.5" square nylon blocks, the Rnd_Time Clock offers infinite possibilities for creative buyers. The blocks can be mounted individually in any pattern, and the clock itself runs off...
When looking for window coverings for our bay windows, we went to Conrad Shades -- a store renowned for its elegantly unfussy hand-woven window coverings. Drawing inspiration from nature, Conrad Shad...
We like unique wrapping paper as much as the next person. Having been a gift wrapper at Belk's we know a thing or two about making the presentation mean as much as the gift but when we heard about th...
Wary's bedroom. Note the tall cat tower in honor of Pet Design Month in the back corner
Ok, it's time to just say, check out Wary Meyers. Here's today's inspiration. This will rock your world. Click ...
This is one BIG lamp: A Big Shadow by Marcel Wanders for Cappellini in Noe Valley's looking for a new home. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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We recently came across an article discussing two important topics around Austin: dogs and condos. Specifically, the article broached the important issue of which dog breeds are best suited to apartm...
Two islands offer seating and storage. An overhead steel rack keeps pots and pans reachable but out of the way.
Of course perfection can be a little bit off-putting, but a glimpse at Martha Stewart's...
A steadily increasing number of people are choosing to live smaller — The New York Times rounds up some recent converts to the small house movement and talks to small-house developers who have...
With a mix of old, new, global, local and where-the-heck-did-she-find-that, this Bryn Mawr boutique earns that dubious local compliment: It doesn’t feel like it’s in Minneapolis…
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Nemo Tile Warehouse Sale
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Nemo Tile Warehouse Sale
• Up to 90% off ceramic, glass and stone tile
• September 18th through 21st
• 115-40 Dunkirk Street (Liberty Ave...
Oh man, we love this set of six reupholstered Thonet chairs! Four of the chairs are covered in this chartreuse and dark green 50's pattern fabric, and the other two are covered in solid chartreuse. ...
Although the AT reader jury was hung on the Wary Meyers wedding portraits, we have to show off the customized pet portraits. We love 'em. They're pretty, a little crazy, but totally sweet. In other...
White Laminate Coffee Table for $75
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After leaving one of Melbourne’s more hidden laneway bars recently, we found this chair hanging out in between some dumpsters. It had clearly been put out with the trash, so we seized the moment and...
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An Improbable Coincidence of Wants is a solo exhibition by Chicago artists The Franks, introducing new work "that explores the relationship of the deal...
Check out this circular family dwelling in Haaksbergen, the Netherlands. The New York Times shows us how the Meindersma family lives in one continuous modern space that curves around an outdoor cour...
In AT's classifieds, Jennifer in Pilsen is selling her Tokyo Pop sofa, originally purchased at Luminaire. Designed by Tokujin Yoshioka, Jennifer says this piece is in great condition, has only been us...
The Washington Post summarizes the costs and benefits of different kitchen countertop materials in a handy chart. Do you prefer marble, granite or another material for your kitchen countertop? Vot...
In honor of Pet Design month we couldn't resist sharing this little dude we found at the Cambridge Antique Market last weekend. As a dog owner we know that collecting dog related decor is a potenti...
French design collective 5.5 designers has reimagined the original "Harcourt" from Baccarat in a new line of everyday glasses, vases and bottles emblazoned with images of the legendary crystal goblet....
Have you ever wondered why potato skins turn green? And when they do, are they safe to eat? Get the full answer on why this happens and when it's OK to eat your old potatoes.
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For the gourmet diet at lower prices, we've been tipped off to Furry Paws stores, which are all over town.
As one AT reader says: Even though I buy my dog 'fancy' organic dog food, I get it at Furr...
The Washington Post forecasts a whole slew of trends for fall including bright yellow paint, like Benjamin Moore's St. Elmo's Fire shown above. The Post also predicts that nailhead trimmed furnitur...
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What: Winter Blanket in White & Pink Checks
Designer: Swans Island
Picked By: Sophia
Who Says: These are the nicest blankets I've ever seen and are made by hand in Maine. Definit...
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What: Hand Soap
Designer: Marie Gardeseki
Picked By: Cheri
Who Says: Who couldn't use an extra pair of hands?
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My living room is filled with comfortable furniture and beautiful art painted by friends. A custom Nate Berkus chair tops it off.
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roomlovr loves rough, rustic rooms.
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Origin: http://www.style-files.com/2008/09/11/rustic-dining/
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This photo most definitely goes in our "bathrooms we covet" file. Just look at that fabulous marble counter/sink/backsplash, and the built-in shelf that's just big enough for a small vase, and, perha...
San Francisco Living: Home Tours WeekendArt & Design Events...September is Pet Design Month at Apartment Therapy
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Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Paul Tuttle for Baker, George Nelson for Howard Miller...some big names designing for quality manufacturers. It's no surprise that these pieces have stood the test of time. ...
A couple of weeks ago we disected Ligne Roset's Mod Victorian roomsets for ideas, and today we're looking at another stellar example of this mishmash of styles that popped up recently on Yatzer: Cas...
Last week, we confessed that our home indulgence is having our sheets cleaned and ironed; Beth Z recently pointed out some ways to put a hotel room spin on your home bedroom. But more than high threa...
We found this photo of some beautiful orchids with striking colors. At first, we wanted to match all the colors of the orchids to paint, but after doing so we realized that'd be a bit bright. So, we...
Ask any cat owner with an ounce of decor-savvy what is amongst their top "pet peeves" and litter boxes will likely be high up there (right next to surprise phantom hairballs). Most litter boxes aren't...
With the holidays approaching, "home smells" seem to be a bit more in abundance. Not to mention smelly candles are a quick go to gift for a friend or new acquaintance. But when it comes right dow...
Some hip and happy stops from our travels around the design sites today...a modern take on political buttons, lime and yellow color story, keep calm and rock on and a portrait of a viewmaster. Jump b...
If you've been thinking about painting your fireplace, consider this option: paint the fireplace and the wall right up to the molding. It gives the room a bit of dimension and a definite focal point....
As long as we can remember, our family has had a subscription to The New Yorker. When we were too young (or perhaps too disinterested) to read the articles, we still loved to look at the great cover a...
As someone who is horribly afraid of heights, this house makes us nervous! Forgetting our own fears of anything higher than a stepladder, this looks fantastic from all angles. Built just down the road...
Since our animals can't talk to us using specific language, we often rely on what looks comfortable to us when choosing a pet bed. Provided your animal actually uses the bed, this makes a certain de...
For some reason we're feeling really, really girly today. So we put together the basics for a modern, french-ish, feminine bedroom. We chose lilac and white for the girliness and red for the touch o...
When it comes to choosing color schemes or cats, you can't go wrong with black and white! We know AT Reader Degerkas didn't pick her cats, Trip and Kaylee, based on whether or not they matched the f...
Our friend Dan over at Prince of Petworth has done it again. He posted a wonderful local kitchen remodel. It looks fantastic, wait until you see the before picture........
Battery-powered white paper lanterns saved our wedding reception. It was held outdoors in a Point Reyes Station garden patio and, being city folk, we hadn't anticipated just how dark it would be aft...
AT:SF, What colour should my house be? I recently removed all of my old bargain-basement white vinyl siding in order to reinsulate my home with styrofoam......
The other day, on our way out for a hike, we pulled our sports glasses out of a box in our landing strip's cabinet. Our friend laughed at us, "Of course, you keep your sunglasses near the front door....
Sometimes it's nice to go look around at stores, even if you don't plan on buying anything. Not to see what you can or can't afford, but to pick up design ideas based on merchandising techniques. P...
We spotted this simply decorated, family-friendly home via Remodelista last month. It's a house in our town with a modern farmhouse sensibility and the casual style we've always tried to have. The...
Bauhaus 2 Your House was started with the idea that customers should have the same access (and to-the-trade pricing) to modern classics that architects and designers enjoyed. It is now one of the big...
We loved Laure's post about orange yesterday and couldn't resist bringing you a photo we found in the latest issue of Austin Monthly Home of the home of Sarah Blanchard, owner of Homegirls Vintage St...
We're big fans of vintage metal trays. They don't have the preciousness of ceramic objects, they're usually printed with fun graphic patterns, and they're easy to come by. Click below for a few ways...
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We don't know who is in charge of Garnet Hill's bedding department, we've got to give them snaps for consistently roping in the designers we love. First it was Hable Construction (still love that quil...
Design-conscious pool sharks rejoice! Now you can have your cake and a place to eat it too: it's a sleek Parsons-esque dining room table that...wait for it...turns into a pool table (...or poker or ro...
Do you have allergies and pets? The LG Steamwasher may be able to help, with its exclusive Allergiene allergen reduction cycle. We read a bit about it and found that the effectiveness of the special...
Here's a solution to help keep your cats active and happy even in a small space. IkeaHacker Barna created this cat climbing tree from Ikea's Stolmen line, and his four cats have never been happier....
We just returned from a short jaunt over to Cairo, Egypt. Yes, we saw the pyramids of Giza, made friends with some camels and marveled at the beauty of the city's numerous mosques. But we especially...
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After moving into our new home in April, there were several items left behind that we inherited. Most were in the garage and have come in quite useful: the rakes, ladders, bins and shelving we didn't ...
Whether it's a unique cake stand or a tiered dish, we love servingware that brings height to the tabletop. Our latest find — these white ceramic pedestal bowls from VivaTerra...
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We found a perfect match for these scarf pillows -- this patchwork scarf bedspread from Ouno Design. ...
Owning a pet requires time and money, things that may be in short supply in your own life. If this is your situation, why not try a fish? Fish not only make good pets for those who may not have the ...
We're a sucker for pillows. They add such a finished look to any room and we are loving the elegant simplicity of Paper Cloud pillows. ...
Kate asks for help: I bought a set of four very sturdy blond wood chairs at Brimfield, planning to recover the seats and stain the frames ebony. Before I let loose on them, though, I wanted to make su...
Even though Hurricane Season 2008 is already underway, it's never too late to get ready for a emergency. We know you have your grab-and-go bag already, but does your pet? If not, here are some ways th...
We're making a mental note that next year we'll try to make it over to Las Vegas for the buffets...ahem...we mean, the SuperZoo Pet Expo so we can catch the newest in pet decor/accessories like this d...
Karen is looking for some upholstery cleaning advice: I bought this dining table in craigslist and i love it! The only problem is that it has some stains but not that major just some dirt in the chair...
Liven up your shower with these modern designs from Colacril, an Italian company with a sense of humor. We think these shower panels are fun. What do you think? Survey and more designs below the ...
Hi ATSF, I am in love with the couch in this photo, especially the color, but I can't seem to find one even close. Any chance you can determine who makes it? Thanks!
-Sarah...
After perusing Martha Stewart's Maine Guest House tour on her site, we were left with two lingering questions: 1. Does everything photograph beautifully with a backdrop of soft pink walls? and 2) Is ...
One of our favorite love songs, and it's meant for a cat! The AT On: Housepets and Homelife post and readers' comments made us think of the Red House Painters song, Wop-a-Din-Din. Its lyrics exempl...
We're lucky enough to live in a building with a small, fenced-in yard for Bacon to run around in but its nothing like this sleek design. We think this is an interesting concept: just how minimal can ...
This month's issue of Canadian House & Home takes us inside a very inspiring vacation cottage in Ontario's Muskoka's. Combining texture and splashes of aqua, the lakeside home gives us plenty of ide...
Any suggestions about growing herb gardens in Los Angeles apartments? I have plenty of window space - no balcony. Being in L.A., is it able to be done year round since we do not have any frost? Any t...
Since 1996, Dilly Lily has been serving Lincoln Park and beyond with flowers for special occasions and everyday additions to local homes. Sisters Christine and Melissa Gorman opened their shop with "f...
Stretched over a steel frame, the leather of Crate & Barrel's Folio bed adds a hint of luxury to what is a rather plain-looking bed frame. Perfect for creating a relaxing environment, the pale gray ...
The Olympics piqued a lot of kids' interest in China. And China is the inspiration for this lush and colorful birthday party for a lucky 8-year old. Throw an adult version and serve mai tais.
T...
There is little that can pull together a room like a stunning light fixture. This capiz and brass drum shade certainly fits that bill - we can see something like this working in a wide variety of spac...
We love the lobby bathroom in the Viceroy Hotel Santa Monica. The vibrant green tiles mixed with the black and white floor is chic, elegant and cool. We recently spotted this color combo in a popular ...
This is our biggest Midwest Scavenger yet. With so many midwestern towns to search through, we had a hard time leaving anyone behind. We have searched high and low for the best of the midwest, so c...
Hello AT! I would like to post this to see if anyone knows who makes these light fixtures. Thank you, Amy
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If you've ever driven around the Peninsula, you may have noticed Whole House Building Supply & Salvage's bright yellow House Demolition Sale signs. The company conducts salvage sales at homes that a...
We're always looking for tricks that can make a small space feel bigger. From choosing one oversized piece to showcasing pieces that can do multiple duty, we're always looking for ways to fool the ey...
Designed by Jan Jakub Gontarczyk, the Kubagon Modular Square Chair is "an independent geometrical form that can serve many purposes." The joints are made from aluminum hardware, and the seats are re...
We love this sweeping staircase even without its hidden storage, but the bank of drawers elevates these stairs to a masterpiece......
I saw my friend Evan at a wedding last weekend and he asked my opinion on what color to paint the bathroom he's been renovating - my first reaction: navy blue. I like its contrast with white, it feels...
This just in from Eddie: "...just walked by the Elizabeth Bauer store on Greenwich Ave bet Charles and Perry and saw the pattern on a fabric on a loveseat that is in the display window."
I first saw ...
Name: Bill and Maria
Location: Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn
Size: 850 sqft.
Lived in: 3 years
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Bill and Maria, founders of Uhuru Design shared their home with the design crowd at la...
Months after we first saw it, John's alcove construction project still leaves us speechless. We love that it not only increased wall space for the bed and provided space for a windowseat, it gave his...
Yesterday we brought you one of our favorite elements from Greg and Laura's Austin home, the gorgeous grill work doors by local artist Susan Wallace. Our second favorite element in their home is a bi...
A new arrival at Target: this atmosphere-bamboo pet bed definitely will take your pet's lounging to a different (more human?) level. Like a mini-papasan chair, this is one pet bed that would stake its...
The haphazard Spaghetti Chandelier from Korean designer Zinoo Park uses a powder-coated wire bowl and a tangle of industrial red wires...
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ThisUnusual Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Filing Cabinet would be perfect for a home work space that has to double as living space - close the doors and no one would know that you keep your files in...
For this stairway to cat heaven, a couple created a series of perches with regular old hardware shelves, brackets and Flor tiles. As seen on Moderncat....
Item: Two Modern Hepper Pet Beds - one for a cat owner and one for a dog owner
Designer: Jed Crystal
Value: @ $300 total (up to $155 each)
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ATLA reader and recent house tour participant, Marisa, is searching for 2 side tables for her sofa and needs your help. "After a year of furnishing my place, I am stuck on what to do with my living ro...
While it's one thing to paint your walls black, we weren't quite prepared with how it would look if everything else (furniture-wise) was painted a high gloss black as well. If anything, it makes ever...
We recently enjoyed a weekend getaway in a rented home in New Buffalo, Michigan. The house was great but it had nothing on this vintage oven/stove!
Recessed into the cabinetry, the antique appliance...
A perfectly matched pair of vintage French Bergère chairs is on sale right now. Featuring gold upholstery, tufted back, and a scalloped edge top, these chairs are beautifully detailed and are in good...
Antique Crystal Glass Doorknob Set
It's all in the details. This week on Ebay Scavenger we're looking at home hardware. Maybe you've got a thrift store dresser you're hoping to refurbish, or you're...
When designer Dan Yeffet used his own fingerprint to create the ‘Detail’ light– he created something that no one else could have. Using something as unique as a fingerprint almost feels a bit ri...
In Logan Square, a small vintage mod chandelier for $40. The seller says it is working and in good shape, just too small for their dining area. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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In our recent house tour of Adam's Cat-Haven Condo, we showed the custom-built cat tunnel Adam made for his cats Jonas and Ezekiel. Adam is a neat-freak and wanted to keep the litter box out of sig...
AT Los Angeles reader Christina! was randomly chosen as your Thursday Giveaway winner and will be receiving a Nettie Scrub Soap and Candle Gift Pack. She also shared her favourite green products she u...
Back to dorm life or stuck with economic realities, we've been turning to Urban Outfitters website lately for some ideas. The only thing we ever bought for our home from UO was a set of window panels ...
This collection of seating from German designer Dirk Winkel uses a wire-frame base to hold the seating shells. The wide aluminum bar is used to clamp in seating shells — which can be wood or u...
With the waning days of summer, our less than hardy New England hearts break just a little more, dreading the onslaught of winter. Along with the warm days, go the abundant locally grown produce in...
Make packing fun with bondage-inspired "Attache-moi" ("Tie me up") tape from Decoclico.fr, further proof that the French never miss a chance to sex-up even the most mundane everyday activities. If thi...
Although there are many vases out there, we think it's great to have a few well-chosen vases with useful shapes. Teco Art Pottery is a collection of vases with classic shapes and clean lines. The ...
It's hard to cook much during the summer, but now it's September and fall and we've written a manifesto on returning to the kitchen. Home cooking means roast chicken. Home cooking means garden tomatoe...
ItchyKnee, started by Lance Foley, a sculptor/designer and Haruko Fukui, an architect, is one hip little website of pet fun. They sell a small assortment of cat toys, such as organic matatabi Japan...
DC Architecture Week starts this Friday September 12. Events include workshops on how to select and work with architects, a day-long student design competition and architect-led tours of historic l...
Name: Leigh Poindexter
Location: Rockridge, Oakland
Size: Approximately 441.97 sq. ft. (according to Leigh's calculations)
Years lived in: 0.884 years, rented
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A bachelor pad designed by Joseph Sacco...ultra-luxurious, yes. Not a surprise, considering its location on the 28th floor penthouse of River North's Montgomery. Worth a peek for those of us living do...
West Elm's new catalog takes its cues from Shaker style. We've been fans of the clean-lined aesthetic of Shaker design for a long time, so we're happy to see its resurgence in mainstream stores as w...
For a long while I had assumed our neighbor was a television addict. At all hours of the day, day or night, I could hear the audible jingles of toilet paper advertisements and theme songs of syndicate...
Many of us don't have the luxury of spending more than a few dollars on our living spaces. Silly things like bills, food and doctor's appointments always seem more important. But who can resist add...
When San Francisco landscape architect Todd Cole bought a former steam-generating plant in Cloverdale, the 1903 building had crumbling plaster walls and no central heat. A decade later, when he hired...
We've never been very interested in canopy-type beds, but then we saw this lovely iron bed with simple, sheer panels. What a fantastic way to create a sense of separation, particularly in, say, a stu...
We received this dining room photo from Michelle Bradley of Bradley Hughes. The decor has such a dramatic feel - a bit glam (mirrored table and gold lighting), a bit dark and mysterious (deep blue wa...
If you're on a new diet/exercise regimen, let us begin by apologizing for posting this. But honestly, we just couldn't help ourselves! Normally, the idea of painting a cabinet a medium brown doesn't a...
L'Express has a slideshow of favorites from the September edition of Maison & Objet, including this Crinoline chair from Patricia Urquiola... ...
We're moving soon, and there are several DIY projects we'll need to do in our new abode. Since we're on a very tight budget, we've been looking for money-saving ideas. This Old House's "Cheapskate H...
"I'm the dog. I'm well read and have a diverse stock portfolio. But I'm not above eating grass clippings and regurgitating them on the rug."
- Stewie, on Brian the Dog from Family Guy...
We wrote about Melbourne furniture designer Mark Tuckey earlier, but their site’s product section went out of action straight after. The site is a-ok now and we’ve since visited the Fitzroy showro...
Funky album covers find new life in this creative and incredibly simple how-to from Paper and Stitch. Since album covers are already constructed as sleeves, the only materials necessary to turn them...
Measuring just 13.5 inches wide, these narrow shelves by L.L. Bean are perfect for small spaces. If your apartment lacks a laundry area or utility closet, these can fit in between doors or in a tigh...
A Hepper classic!
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Believe it or not, Jed also flew in from Vermont for our meetup last week. Hepper, Jed's new company he named after a cat who is named after Aud...
We featured this doormat about a year ago to rave reviews from readers. It's now on sale for a whopping $6.98. Check out some of the other Target finds we saw over the weekend:
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We came across this fabulous storm door on our walk the other night. It reminds us of the shutter doors on the shotgun houses in New Orleans... ...
Apparently we have a thing for commercial bathrooms recently. Here's another retailers bathroom that we could see practical applications for in our own home. Click through the jump to see what we f...
It used to be that no trip to Hayes Valley was complete without a stop in Alabaster, a store filled with all sorts of beautiful objects for the home, a wonderful selection of books, and of course Fann...
We blogged about going camping with your pets yesterday, but if your idea of camping is more “Troop Beverly Hills” than “Man vs. Wild”, we’ve got some home décor items that will have you f...
Here's an idea we learned from Real Simple: using S-hooks to hang handbags, umbrellas, and other hard-to-store items in an entryway closet......
Dear AT:SF, My boyfriend & I live in a small 1927 bungalow in Portland, OR. Our next project will be painting the kitchen. I really like the pale minty/seafoam green countertop, but it's been tough fi...
We can't find these anywhere in the US, but they seem to be pretty widespread in the UK. The design is a bed that hooks over the top of a radiator, offering kitty a place to lounge in comfy warmth. ...
One question that we get quite a bit is, "How do you manage to work from home?! I would get NOTHING done!" And it's true--there's a lot of...distractions...that makes us susceptible to procrastination...
We're torn between appreciation for the whimsy and fear that these will spring up in yards across America. What do you think- are these festive birdhouses hot or not?
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Last week we wondered about the Best Stores for Design Magazines; this week we have design books on our minds.
Over the years we've had many favorite shops in which to stop and check out the latest...
I'm looking to re-furbish my down comforter and pillows. Is there anyone in the LA area that does this? Thanks...
British design duo Edward Barber and James Osgerby of Barber Osgerby have a series of modern wool rugs available from The Rug Company......
Full disclosure: we're related to the brains behind The Talk Market, the YouTube/QVC mash-up that connects artisans directly with the buying public. But, personal ties aside, the site is convenient pl...
Our cats deserve to have organic goods, too, which is why we love these organic hemp Woodland Friends catnip toys we found over at The Modern Pet...
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Alexis would like some advice: Dear AT, I live in a typical NYC highrise rental built in the 80s. It's a one bedroom that I share with my roommate. (we blocked off the livingroom using pressurized wal...
These wooden frames from Second Line Frames are beautiful examples of architectural salvage put to good use. What's even nicer is a portion of each sale goes to assist in the rehabilitation of neighbo...
Sharon wants to know: Is there any way to hack Ikea's Knappa pendant lamp so that it uses a switch (instead of plugging/unplugging it)?
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Add some art to your home in an unexpected place: cat toys! The Catnip Jackson Pollock Fish, manufactured by Ducky World Products, is stuffed with "the best catnip in the world." The catnip is pre...
This mobile is made of scraps of art paper at the DeSerres art supply store in Place Montreal Trust. It's absolutely striking, and a lot of visual bang for your buck....
We know this is Pet Month here on AT but we thought we'd momentarily shift focus from our furry friends to those other living things that we share space with: trees. Don't they deserve a little love, ...
When looking for an accent piece of furniture, we find we're always drawn to fun, bright, saturated color, which probably explains why our search usually leads us to Kartell. Never content to offer a ...
"Where Spirit, Art and Energy Unite": All of Rozzet's mats are made from organic materials and designed with pattern and color in mind (unlike the standard yoga mat). Fabrics like wool, cotton, aloe, ...
Orange doesn't have to evoke thoughts of pumpkins when used indoors, instead let it be a bold statement, balanced either with sophisticated elements or something a bit more fun. Jump below to see thi...
This morning we got a sneak peak inside one of Target's Bullseye Bodegas. Starting this Friday, September 12th, four Bullseye Bodegas will open in Manhattan to promote Target's current list of 22 de...
Funky fresh. Forget minimal white iPod docks, we should go back to these 20 pound behemoths fromthe 80's. Better yet, someone should turn one of these into an iPod dock. Take a walk down memory lane ...
This morning we just happened upon this charming silkscreen print by Vancouver-based artist and designer Sarah Edmonds. ...
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The One Show: Advertising + Design + Interactive
"This touring exhibition presents the world's best work in print, radi...
As we have mentioned many times on Apartment Therapy, choosing a color scheme and creating a cohesive color look can be challenging. Any extra help can be helpful so we wanted to share this website wi...
Hi — I'm hoping someone can help me identify this paint color used in the new Anthropologie catalogue.
Thanks!
Amanda
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We're with Adrienne when we say that we love having pets, but that something a little more inanimate could be a tad more convenient. And after a couple seasons of sparrows and owls, we're looking for...
September 5, 2008, marked the 10th anniversary of Verner Panton's death and the launch of a new online archive devoted to his life's work. Best known for his plastic S-shaped stacking chair, Panton ...
We've blogged about TerraCycle before and know that the worm poop fertilizer is popular for gardeners on AT. We recently discovered Terracycle's Urban Art Flower Pots and are thrilled that even we g...
This may not make for savory lunch fare, but it should, because this is all about how there's a lot of stuff that we use that doesn't need to become "trash" and can become "food" for the earth (and ...
OK, so the radiator underneath this shelf is making us a wee bit nervous, but the idea of installing hooks underneath a landing strip shelf is a pretty neat idea to store short jackets, bags, leashes,...
AT:SF, I have an extensive collection of Cuban Movie Posters that I want to start displaying in my home, which has a good amount of wall (and ceiling!) space......
Here's another lesson from Shelly, Mod Home Ec Teacher and queen of DIY - this time it's a tutorial on doing mock tufting of sofa cushions. Like most projects, it started with a problem to be solved: ...
Liz's Herald Square Apartment with Go Go Cat and Koo Koo Kitty
"3 cats, a turtle and a lizard - Yay pet month!" So say's Hollie in today's survey of what pets readers have at home. While Hollie defi...
Although we loved nearly every part of Greg and Laura's beautiful Austin home, we were particularly blown away by what they considered to be their biggest indulgence: the custom made doors by local a...
While there are plenty of new green furniture resources popping up now, The Wooden Duck is still one of our favorites. The store has been outfitting homes with recycled wood furniture since 1995. Init...
This Saturday, if you're in the mood for some live home touring, check out the Seven Generations Ahead tour in River Forest and Oak Park.
The tour includes seven homes that have been committed to gr...
There's been a lot of focus on the glass buildings that have gone up across the city as part of the latest building boom. New York Magazine's architecture critic, Justin Davidson, has eloquently det...
Do you have some wall space just begging for an interesting display? Check out these Flying Vee Shelves From Design Within Reach-A Must See! Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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It's eleven thirty-five. Make that thirty-five minutes past eleven. Trust the Verbarius to spell it out for you. The ideal time-teller for lovers of text, it changes its syntax minute by minute....
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I’m told that my first column on worst colors, The Worst Colors For Interiors, met with such great success that it still tops the AT charts. Let’s see if we can continu...
This ranks high on our list of successful Ikeahacks--maybe because it was featured in Living Etc. and styled beautifully? Or maybe because we happened to buy that exact kitchen island at Ikea and it's...
If you are looking to change the color scheme in your home, it may include changing the color of your sofa. With a measuring tape in hand and a bit of patience, you can correctly measure your sofa for...
We’ve never been big fans of stuffed animal heads mounted on walls as trophies, too morbid and creepy. But we kind of like these playful, animal-friendly versions we recently saw at Shweshwe. They...
What: One inch ceramic mosaic in cutesy pastel shades
Where: An Edgewater kitchen
When: Photos taken Friday, August 8 at 11:45 am
Why: This half-wall tile treatment might not be something we'd freshly...
When we first spied this modern split level credenza, the first thing that popped in our minds was, "I bet that lower level is going to turn into a cat bed." (This reaction could be a repercussion of...
Anthropologie Astrid Chair for sale in our Classifieds!
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Jennyb's recent cutlery post reminded us of these utensil designs on porcelain tiles: the The English Collection by Welbeck Tiles. What do you think of them? Survey below the jump...
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In AT's Classifieds, Cherie in West Rogers Park has this storage unit for sale. Metal unit is barely used and would be a great, functional addition for a multitude of uses. Click below for details and...
Alessi has released miniature versions of some of their most recognizable designs — Phillipe Starck's iconic citrus juicer, above is included in this collection...
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Last week we posted about using yellow construction sawhorse legs for table legs. Let's just say that you readers didn't seem to like them as much as we did. Ahh - the delight of serving our taste...
If you live out in the country, and especially here in the Northeast, you will see all sorts of competitions to judge prize vegetables at the agricultural fairs in August and September.
Not so in t...
Potatoes, summer squash, onions, eggs, bacon - a few simple ingredients can make a dish of such comfort and luxury that you swear you'll never eat out again. Get the recipe and step-by-step photos at ...
Spoiled Brats sure lives up to its name. Providing organic and all natural food, vitamins and supplements for dogs, cats, fish and birds, they can work with every dietary situation to pamper and spoi...
Rose has become a local expert in green living, as explained in the recent house tour of her lovely solar home. Her garden has so many plants, flowers and trees that it almost hides her house! Bel...
The new issue of Metropolitan Home features an "Apartment Life" section showing some of architect Andrew Wilkinson's work. Along with presenting his redo of a 600 square foot apartment, he offers some...
Name: Adam
Location: Dupont Circle, Washington, DC
Size: 625 sq ft cond
Years lived in: 7 years, owned
Residence Type: condo building designed by architect Harry Wardman in 1916
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German architect/engineer Werner Sobek's R128 and H16 homes are prefab with a twist. These structures aren't available through a manufacturer; they're custom homes designed using lightweight, modula...
This weekend, we ran into some people whom we'd just met standing in front of an open house. Remembering that we wrote for AT, they begged us to join them while they toured the house. It was a simpl...
This weekend we came across a list of the 25 Biggest Renovating Mistakes from HGTV. Some of the things that made the list were:
1. Ignoring Your Home's Style
2. Going too Trendy
3. Taking On Mo...
There were so many things we liked about Rebekah Sigfrids' home when it was featured on Design*Sponge a couple of months ago... One of them was this lovely bedroom....
We're off to an organizing jump start this week and with Fall just around the corner we wanna hit the ground running with a fresh, new start. One of our favorite organizing tips is the importance of l...
Modern, well-designed, good-looking, space-saving, smart....and really expensive. Now and then, we find ourselves praying to the IKEA or CB2 gods to deliver us a knockoff of an item and this table is ...
Overheard at a Chain Furniture Shop That Shall Not Be Named (but rhymes with Schmate & Schmarrel in Schmeverly Schmills): "UGH! Why would anyone want a sectional anymore? It's so 2004!" Really? We ha...
Camping is a favorite activity among Austin residents, what with all the wonderful land in Texas to camp in. Since campsites can sometimes be your rustic home away from home, it’s only natural to w...
I am an avid AT lover and have just finished a serious makeover to my first home. My wife and I bought this loft in SoMa and have been tirelessly renovating for three months. We have found solutions t...
Having a pet can completely change the way you see your home, as we've learned from our new dog Otto. Since he's been with us, we've had to adjust our habits, and most of those adjustments have surp...
Does your neighbours cat climb over your fence and pee on your strawberry plants? Nope? Neither does ours. But in the past week we have had a gigantic Rottweiler move in next door. It barks, runs wild...
Felt is one of the more interesting ways to use wool, in our humble opinion, and Karen Hewig's felt home goods take full advantage of felt's better qualities. Namely soft, fuzzy, diffuse designs for ...
Pupstyle.com highlights the new style and sensibility of pet design
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Dara flew in from Vermont to sit on our AT Offline panel last week. She is the brainchild beh...
Ann sent in this great question about Soft Paws and whether they really work to deter kitties from scratching:
My kitty has pretty much stopped scratching furniture, but when she was younger, she com...
Recently a friend of ours was looking for new house numbers. Because of time constraints, she ended up with house numbers from Restoration Hardware. They're classic and look fine, but she really wa...
This weekend I was out and about checking out some Mid Century homes in the KC metro and came across this one. The house with no door. Click through the jump for closeups!...
One great thing about chalkboard paint is that whatever you write or draw on it can change the mood of the room. This tall antique cabinet was a Craigs List find last winter-- it used to hold boots...
For those of us who spend the majority of our time in office cubicles, we're faced with a choice: to decorate or not to decorate. While some of us relish in the idea of making that little plot of spac...
London-based Studiomama created this amazing custom bookshelf from self-supporting oak planks. We love the sub-divided storage spaces, designed to house everything from books to shoes to speakers. T...
With the number of gorgeous modern homes going up in Austin (and the rest of the country) it's easy to think modern architecture might only be in the reach of a select few. Clean lines, shiny materia...
You may remember Jen Ramos from her Love Candy prints or from her blog, MadeByGirl. We just found her house tour posted on her blog, and her fancy chalkboard caught our attention. It's got potential t...
A fun idea for those who like to rearrange often, this clock is made of a wall-mountable face and 12 stick-on metal cubes that can be switched around to your liking. Try a more pixelated look by spaci...
This design is somehow akin to the antler trend without being antlers, which is frankly a welcome breath of fresh air. The Maplemap Hanging Lamp is a sphere made up of lots and lots of paper maple l...
Anyone know where this tree-patterned fabric is from? We just spotted it on Emma's blog, and it has now landed on our Must Have For Future Projects list. Correction: that chair (including the throw bl...
This coffee table is handmade from cork sheets rejected from the wine-bottling industry. Sustainable and resiliant, cork is an exciting choice for an unusual coffee table...
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What: Front doorway of an apartment building
Where: 42nd and Brooklyn, in the U-district
When: Photos taken Thursday, August 28 at 8:45 am
Why: The Tuscan colors and matching barred windows....
On a recent Target run we decided to try something new: products from the J.R. Watkins line of natural home care. We picked up the aloe and green tea liquid hand soap ($6.99 for 11 fl. oz.) and love i...
Although Escapes Month just ended, we find Fall to be the best time to travel. Often fares are more reasonable, it's not boiling hot, and exotic destinations aren't as overrun with (other) tourists. ...
We're fond of simple tools that are well-made with strong materials. This towel rack newly available from Design Within Reach fits the bill. Handmade in Sweden of solid oak with metal hardware, the ...
It seems there is no limit to the inspiration that can be culled from the displays at Anthropologie. We saw these plates the other day and it reminded us of a few recent posts on displaying dishes......
Reader Simi needs some advice: I live in an average Manhattan apartment with an average Manhattan medicine cabinet in our bathroom (with glass shelves). Do you know where I can find the "clips" to ho...
Did you come home with a boatload of pictures from your vacation? After weeding through the bad ones and sorting them into albums on your computer, the likelihood is, if you're like most of us, that ...
On Friday we wrote about a mailbox that we absolutely love. It sparked an interesting conversation about pricing, so we thought we'd show you four picks for mailboxes (from Chiasso) for under $100. ...
Lisa is looking for some cleaning advice: I've got some (potentially) lovely tile in my bathroom, I just can't get it clean! I don't know if it's original to the place or not (which would mean 1930's...
Much as we love living in the city, DC badly needs more dog parks. Many of the lovely parks are off limit to dogs (like the one above!). Residents with and without dogs have been lobbying for more...
Unlike most folks of the XY chromosome variety, I'm actually quite fond of pink used in moderation in fashion and decor. It's a colour with a bad wrap amongst straight fellas for being effeminate when...
Hi ATSF, I love this barstool but have no idea who makes it! It’s driving everyone in my office crazy . Any ideas? I’d love to use it in a project but can’t find it anywhere. Thanks,
-Kiko...
We looked at photo styling where fashion meets interiors a couple of times over the last week, at Bloomingdale's and in Real Simple. While we're on it, we just want to add one more. This one for Ant...
For centuries fine artists have been inspired by nature and searched for the perfect light. In the late 1800's a young man named Charles Hawthorne found that light on Cape Cod and established the firs...
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Last Thursday we hosted our 15th meetup and our first one solely on pet design. The crowd and the speakers were int...
We like to think our cat is as style-conscious as we are. Seattle-based Urban Beast caters to that fantasy with a bright, cheerful pet boutique in a relatively new development across from REI and nex...
We'd rather never read again than cover up our books' covers and spines (okay, slight exaggeration). Although we don't like its concept, the look is intriguing. Meant for those books you're embarrasse...
Bo Concept recently let us test drive one of their more popular sofa beds to see what we thought of it. After 2 weeks of giving it our all, we have our verdict:...
The SOLAR Beech cabinet doors we fell in love with at IKEA's 2009 catalog preview event have finally made it on to the IKEA website with pricing information. The warm tones of the beech option of SOLA...
We've enjoyed reading the comments on Trent's post—everyone knows jars are useful, but it's fascinating to see just how creative Re-nest readers are. And speaking of creative reuse: we spotted...
We love it when a designer thinks outside of the box. We immediately loved the images of Lincoln Kayiwa's Dino clothes rack because of the sleek, modern aesthetic, but were also intrigued by the idea ...
We were checking out Flickr over the weekend and found this pretty photo of Mckayvb's bedroom. We really like the color and look of the room. We especially liked how she used two side tables to creat...
I saw this table lamp on the Dwellshop site. Can anyone tell me what it is and where I can find something similar to it for my bedside table?
Thanks, Eve
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Though it's still warm in LA, we feel a bit of that twinge of Fall in the air at night. We're considering a heavier blanket, closing some windows and starting to get cozy. All we can think about is ...
Just in time for our upcoming Fall Colors Contest, House Beautiful is coming to San Francisco for the magazine's first-ever Color Institute. This is an entire day dedicated to decorating with color -...
We're new to the dog ownership club, having just adopted our first greyhound. Otto is a retired racer with a very sweet personality. To prepare for his arrival, we had to do some dog-proofing throug...
Wow, it's September, the first day of Pet Design Month here on AT. This is the month that we dig deep to find and share those solutions to the problems that our pets bring - much as we love them - ...
One of the first columns we turn to each week in Los Angeles Times Home & Garden section is The Scout, authored by David A. Keeps. Given our own constant search for the new, exciting or the just plai...
This week, we are tasked by a good friend to please, pretty please help him get his near-empty apartment ready as his parents are coming in for a visit and staying with him (Disclaimer: The photo abov...
Talk about making design both fun and functional! Take a look at this swing that Bruno Taylor installed at a bus stop for an industrial design class. Artist statement and video of the project below....
The Kalorama House and Embassy Tour offers a unique opportunity to tour some embassies and diplomatic residences not normally open to the public. This year the tour will be held on Sunday September...
Feeling a little down-home these days? Tis the season for squeezing in a few more weekend outings and this weekend, the Country Living Fair takes place in Columbus. Amy Butler, Antiques Roadshow, plen...
We hear a lot of complaints when it comes to filing paperwork--and we're not excluded from the rabble rousers either. It's boring and paper takes a while to process--especially if you let the piles b...
Creative Chihuahua grooming in Georgia and Necobaco Cat Tree from Japan
Last Tuesday, 370 of you responded to our poll concerning pets at home. Over 80% of you said you had some kind of pet living wi...
Austin residents looking to give their pets the hippest and most urban shopping experience should head down to the 2nd Street District in Downtown Austin, where the locally owned Lofty Dog is there t...
For the first half of the 20th century, schoolhouse-style shades and light fixtures were a decor staple. Schoolhouse Electric replicates more than 100 light fixtures from the last century using origi...
Inexpensive pick-me-ups for students or homeowners who need to save their money for boring stuff like tuckpointing, this mod herringbone tapestry is on our love list. We often need versatility of a pi...
Franciso Costa, womens-wear designer at Calvin Klein (and this week's guest judge on Project Runway) shares a midtown apartment with horse trainer and manager John De Stefano. T Style Magazine shows...
This Teak Danish Modern Expanding Dining Table would be a great option for someone who doesn't have a lot of space but still likes to entertain. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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The weekend pet food run revealed some graphic pet portraiture. It's a simple way to immortalize our furred family in scrap plywood. Or for that matter, to inspire such silhouettes in card stock or wa...
Hmmm...John Demsey's former bachelor pad was all kinds of chic and quirky and wonderful (and also currently nonexistent as he got married last year), but we're featuring it anyway because we're torn o...
[Pottery Barn's Sectional Architect Lamp as seen in their catalog.]
ATLA reader, Alexis3, wrote us the other day about overhead lighting in her apartment. She specifically was asking about Pottery Ba...
Name: Paige
Location: Williamsburg
Size: 2000 sqft
Favorite: Having the space to house the collection/and the old-school hip replacement hardware (see video).
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We’re still organizing our ideas for our upcoming bathroom renovation, but a must on our list is a water-saving showerhead. We decided this after reading that an ordinary showerhead uses 15-25 litre...
It's nothing fancy, a unframed photo strip and a few push pins, but we love this idea of (cat) eye-level artwork. Who doesn't love dining under their own portrait?
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We're all about multi-functional pieces...okay, well, some multifunctional pieces (spork = good; skort = bad). We've seen a few of these desk-turned-vanities ads every once in awhile, but none of the...
Pair of Hollywood Regency Lamps 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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Two Room & Board Grace armchairs (with dark brown upholstery) are for sale at $400. each which is less than half of retail price. The seller is also offering free delivery in Chicago. Jump below for l...
Pet style from Calliope.com: Although there's no shortage of your favorite breed-themed items out there, Calliope offers a few basics with just a small touch of style. Just a little goes a long way fo...
Browsing the latest catalog from VivaTerra — the retailer that prides itself on sustainable sources for home furnishings — we liked the aged sheesham wood frames of the Porthole Mirror Col...
For our organizing business, we help clients clear out clutter to make way for peaceful spaces. In the process, we're often asked about which plastics are recyclable. From dry cleaning bags to...
Summer is over and Marie Claire Maison taunts us with images of Italian designer Paola Navone's Greek island getaway, perched over the Aegean in the Cyclades......
Extra virgin, pure, light, cold-pressed, certified... Perusing the olive oil section at the market can be daunting. What do these labels mean? Get a cheat sheet at The Kitchn.
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Whiskers is a far cry from the posh, high-end poodle spas in the West Village. Specializing in natural food and remedies for all pets, this holistic East Village store gets rave reviews and has a f...
For those of you annoyed by pet month, consider that pets make your home a happier place. Studies show that pets make you a happier person.
We're a recent convert to the pet world (having never had...
This week on AT:Chicago our hottest posts were a mix of oldies but goodies and great new ideas for the home. Small Space Solutions from our own house tours topped the list, followed by 10 ways to use ...
The first week of September has wrapped up (yikes, 2008 is flying fast) and our hottest posts for the week include several house tours from locales like Venice and Austin, tips on fitting your home to...
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This is my bedroom in our basement apartment. We are doing the best that we possibly can with the lack of natural light and windows. It still manages to feel calm a...
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Our livingroom is a mix of pieces we've found over the years. Scoring the square Emma Gardner rug pulled it all together.
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