Apartment Therapy - Archive for the week of 2009-01-11

Vancouver Loft, Decor on a Budget & Bedroom Luxuries
San Francisco

Click to view these San Francisco Hot Posts in bold below (plus many more!)......

LA Times Home & Garden Roundup 01.17.09
Los Angeles

With Tuesday's historic inauguration looming, the world's attention will be focused on Washington DC and the reason for the festivities, President-elect Barack Obama. This week's Los Angeles Times Ho...

Hot Posts: Orla Kiely & Indoor Swings — 1.17.09
New York

Click to view these New York Hot Posts in bold below • Preview: Orla Kiely Housewares for Target • House Tour: Ektoras and Simon's Small Wonder • How To: Build a Simple Indoor Swing ...

Hot Posts: House Tour & Artwork in the Bedroom — 1.17.09
Boston

Click to view these Boston Hot Posts in bold below • iDye: Fabric Dyes for the Washing Machine • House Tour: Kate’s Edwardian Update • Inspiration: Hotel Headwalls • "Plastic ...

MLK Day is a Day of Service
Chicago

President-elect Obama has asked Americans to create the change they wish to see by volunteering their time this Monday to celebrate the memory of Martin Luther King, Jr. For the ATers in Chicago, here...

House Tour: Rajiv's Bangalore Wabi Sabi
Bangalore

Name: Rajiv Majumdar, Architect, Praxis Location: Bangalore, India Size: 500 sq. ft Years lived in: 4 months >> Enter Slideshow We're very happy to present our first house tour from India, complime...

Tips for Furniture Shopping from Craigslist, Catalogs & TV
Real Simple

The Feburary Issue of Real Simple includes a fun article on decorating your home FROM home. They challenged three of their editors to each create a room - one from Craigslist, one from catalogs and on...

Look! Bathroom Innovation Award Winners

Although designer Justin Wagemakers was ultimately crowned the winner of the Bathroom Innovations Awards 2008 for his free|flow showerhead, it was Michael Trudgeon's modular bathroom bathroom des...

12 Steps to Deep Clean the Bedroom

We've mentioned a bedroom cleanup before as a good weekend project, but since we are planning to do it ourselves tomorrow, we put together a checklist (that always seems to make the job go faster for ...

Pink Living Rooms

This article has got us thinking about pink living rooms, and how, when done right, they give off such a pleasingly warm feel. Here are a few we're particularly fond of......

Magnetic Home Office Ideas from Better Homes and Gardens

The upside of the economic downturn is many of us are looking for frugal DIY solutions in and around our homes. That doesn't necessarily mean ugly results, as is illustrated by Better Homes and Garden...

Learning to Live Small
Dealing with Downsizing

Today in the Chicago Tribune we read an article by Mary Umberger that confirmed what we already knew: downsizing is happening all over the place. At Apartment Therapy, we've always thought that Smal...

Bedroom Tips from Design Team Nickey Kehoe

Design Duo Todd Nickey and Amy Kehoe are behind this month's Domino feature on Mark and Sunrise Ruffalo's LA home and were Domino's top pick for designers to watch in 2008. Their brand of warm minima...

Roundup: Underbed Storage Questions And Ideas

Although it's a nice feeling to know that there's nothing under your bed, sometimes our spaces mandate that every bit of storage potential we have is utilized to the fullest extent. From boxes, to d...

Good Questions: Wallpaper from Derek w/Mustache Commercial?

Emily sent us an email: Have you seen that T-Mobile commercial where the Dad says there's a "No Dereks with mustaches clause?" I love the wallpaper in the house in the commercial and would love to use...

The Power of Color
House Beautiful

Designer Stephen Shubel took this early-20th century Edwardian home in Presidio Heights, omitted all the stuffiness, then infused the space with bright, glorious color. The result is a stunner that's ...

Good Questions: Salvaging and Refinishing a Craigslist Find?
Los Angeles

Hi from Honolulu: We're always getting ideas and inspiration from AT, and would love some input on what to do with this piece of furniture. We are planning for our first baby in March and recently pic...

Instant Decorating: Tips and Tricks for an Afternoon

OK, so you've held fast to your New Year's Resolution. You've been keeping your home clean and you've even managed to organize your closet, but your place still needs a little something else. This i...

Noorieke's White + Cream + Gray = Cozy

Noorieke's home is a mix of whites, creams and grays (which are all soothing on the eye). With the help of some amazing chandeliers making each room have a focal point, Noorieke has created a cozy wi...

Update: Clearing The DVD Clutter

Back in June we talked about how to clear the dvd clutter that can be a side effect of having a small movie obsession like we do. Our idea worked brilliantly until the credenza holding our dvds, fou...

Look! A Clock Facing Out the Window

We're Looking for China House Tours and Bloggers!

So our search for a China blogger is still up in the air and open for applicants for consideration; we're looking for the perfect fit to report not only from the Mainland, but hopefully from nearby re...

Stitching Postcard from Uncommon Goods

This idea does not require purchase (which is $5 each from Uncommon Goods). Whether a postcard to send or large map turned into art at home, stitching your way through travels or memories is both a be...

Zac Wall Lamp by Frank Oehring

What a simple bedside wall lamp. We could see a Zac wall lamp on either side of the bed in a minimalist bedroom. The design folds flat against the wall when not in use. When you want to read, swivel...

Blogging...Bandelle

[Kylie was looking for a recipe when she came across the Barefoot Contessa's magazine spread and then highlighted details that can be recreated in one's own home on her blog.] We first spotted Kylie...

Staircases from the 1100 Architect Portfolio

Whether it's in a Brooklyn Heights Townhouse, Greenwich Village Duplex or Upper East Side Loft, a unique staircases by 1100 Architect adds character and charm to the spaces they inhabit —...

MLK Day: Day of Service
Los Angeles

Join us and take advantage of the opportunity to give back to our great nation with a day of volunteer service, honouring the memory of one of our country's most inspiring historical figures, Reverend...

Roundup: Hooks for the Bedroom

We've definitely mentioned it before, but if you're guilty of throwing clothes all around the bedroom (or have a 2 week old pile thrown over the back of a chair) hooks could possibly change you life. ...

MLK Day: Day of Service
New York

To help celebrate the memory of Martin Luther King Jr., President-elect Obama has asked Americans to volunteer their time in their communities. There are volunteer opportunities around the country (fo...

MLK Day is a Day of Service
San Francisco

As you may know, MLK Day was designated a Day of Service. President-elect Obama has asked Americans to celebrate the memory of Martin Luther King, Jr. by lending a hand in their community this Monday....

Anta's Tartan Home Goods

Speaking of the tartan trend, we love these home products from Anta. Far from trendy, these throws, pillows, fabrics, rugs, stoneware and bags are pure classics... ...

Reclaimed Wood Plank Bed from Viva Terra

Maybe its the frigid January weather, or maybe its our freezing cold bedroom — whatever the reason, we are loving this warm, vintage Plank Bed by VivaTerra. And we're not the alone — as ...

Good Quotes: Andrew Wyeth

"One's art goes as far and as deep as one's love goes." Andrew Wyeth, iconic American painter, died at 91 today and will be missed the world around. New to Wyeth's work? Click through the jump to ...

Good Questions: Vintage Penguin Book Covers as Art?

So, within the last month (I think), there have been a couple of posts or emails from AT that included pictures of rooms where there were large wall-sized posters of blown up vintage Penguin Books c...

High, Medium, and Low: Linen Cabinets

If you lack bathroom storage or a linen closet, linen cabinets can definitely come in handy. They're also versatile pieces that can be used in the bedroom as a dresser, in the dining room as a buffe...

The Weekend Guide: Sales & Events
New York 1.16.09

THIS WEEK • Baxter & Liebchen Sale • Bobby Berk Home's GUS Modern Furniture Sale • thomaspaul Store Floor Sample Sale • BoConcept Design Sale • Pylones Sale • Conran Shop...

Good Questions: How to Commission Custom Bench Seating?

Jen is looking for some info: I saw this amazing bench at the cafe in Bergdorf Goodman last time I was in NYC, and I want to recreate it at home. Where do I start? What kind of person would I hire -...

My Side, Your Side: Claiming Your Territory

Yesterday, Grace shared some of the pros and cons of living alone. One of the items which falls on either side of the spectrum for us is sleeping alone. There's the great part: spreading out, hoggi...

WÜD Furniture Opens New Showroom

We love the work of Brooklyn furniture design company WÜD. In fact, we've been fans since 2006 and we loved their work at Brooklyn Designs last year. WÜD was conceived in 2002 by founde...

Look!: Using CD's to Make a Room Divider

If you've downloaded your music and don't want to store your CD's, here's an idea for making those disks into decor. Organize your CD's by cover art color or paint them. Then string them up as a roo...

Survey: Must You Tidy Before Going Away?

We've had a ridiculously busy week and we're heading out of town tomorrow for the long weekend. Every time we go away we have a compulsive need to have our apartment be really tidy (which is diffe...

Good Questions: Covering Basement Windows?
Los Angeles

A mysteriously signed "Ms. L" writes in about her basement windows: Dear AT, We've got these small and deep basement windows! How should I cover these? Privacy is an issue. The ledges are often use...

Survey: How Bright Do You Like Your Bedrooms?

Bright and bold are all the rage lately, but more often than not, we see the wild and crazy colors used as accents as opposed to wall colors and usually not in the bedroom. So we ask you, how brigh...

The Guide: Shows, Sales and Things to Do in Chicago
01.16.09

Big Binth Warehouse Sale this week! If you can brave the cold, we've rounded up a few things to do, places to go and sales to check out...jump below for the list:...

Good Questions: Similar Inlaid Cabinet?

I love the De Santis console from Pottery Barn, but even on sale, it's too expensive for me right now. Any ideas for similar, but less costly? (Note: Include a pic of your problem and your question...

We'll Be There With An Organized Purse: The Los Angeles Organizing Awards
Friday, January 30th

If you're anything like us then you probably love to watch Clean Sweep, Mission Organization and Real Life, Real Simple. And if you live in LA and love all things organizing then you'll definitely wa...

House Call: Lois's Little Cottage

Click Here to See All The Pics Name: Lois Location: St. Louis We heard from Lois, who rehabbed a tiny cottage into a cozy home. She writes, It is in St. Louis, MO and built in 1938 for the sum o...

Magic Mushroom Vacation House in Aspen
The New York Times 1.16.09

It's anything but normal! Manhattan Gallery owners Peter and Patty Findlay have an Aspen, Colorado vacation home that has a unique 1970s-era aesthetic of moss rock, rustic wood and stained glass. Buil...

"I Wish We Had Ikea" Pattern by Skinny Laminx

We often take for granted that there's an Ikea so close to our home, but it wasn't long ago that outposts of the store were few and far between in the US. So we feel for Heather Moore of Skinny Laminx...

How To: Make a Perpetual Photo Wall Calendar

Found on Photojojo, this struck us as a concept that could be applied to multiple projects: calendars, nursery alphabets, and just about anything you could think to make from a photo grid. It's a si...

How To: Build a Colorful Winter Bed

Now is the time for a cozy bed, and the all white sheet lineup just doesn't do it for me. During the cold months I like to transform our bed with rich and dark colors as well as the occasional fuzz...

Scavenger: DWR Parcel Armchair for$700
San Francisco

A Parcel Armchair purchased at the DWR Warehouse sale in August is available for $700. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open for your bus...

Bloomingdale's Re-Launches Furniture on 5!

If you're looking for hip, modern furniture in New York City, there's a new destination in town — Bloomingdale's. No longer the place where your parents bought their first bedroom set, B...

IKEA Art, Obama in the Home, Santa Monica's Fight to Ban the Plastic Bag, and a Poor, Poor Dog
Los Angeles Slinks for 01.16.09

TGIF everyone. We begin this lovely Friday morning with some miscellaneous tidbits from across the blogosphere, including artwork created from IKEA furniture, the phenomena of Obama artwork in the hom...

Roundup: Modern Patchwork Quilts

My mother-in-law recently made a quilt for our home out of old suit jackets -- tweeds, cottons, suede. Although quilting is easy (so we hear), and a heartfelt gift to yourself or others, if you love t...

Gustavian Style Bed from Viva Terra

Made from reclaimed Douglas fir, this Gustavian Style bed from Viva Terra pays homage to the compromise made between Sweden's King Gustav (who loved ornate French furniture) and the Swedish woodwork...

On the Set: Milk
From the Set Decorators Society of America

Set Decorator Barbara Munch, on the set of Harvery Milk's apartment. SDSA Photo by Danny Nicoletta ©2008 Focus Features. All Rights Reserved. With the Oscars right around the corner, we've been tryin...

Good Questions: Help Choose Pattern for Area Rug!

Hi, I am in the process of choosing an area rug for the living room and I am having a tough time deciding between these two swatches. All I have in that room is the TV and this sectional. Once I pic...

Open Thread 144
San Francisco

Got any plans for the Weekend? Let us know below... Check out Yesterdays Most Popular SF Post: House Call: Celeste's Mount Pleasant Loft...

5 Bedroom Tips From Hotels and B&B's
Austin

Don't you love how extra rested and revived you feel after vacationing in nice hotels and bed and breakfasts? More time to relax isn't the only reason for the restfulness; gorgeous and comfortable d...

Scavenger: Mid Century Modern Bookcase/Cabinet for $395
New York

We love how this Mid Century Modern Bookcase/Cabinet seems to practically float. The drawers and shelves are modular, so you can change the placement to suit your needs. The open design makes...

Scavenger: Florence Knoll Sofa in Cinnamon for $4200
Chicago

In Lincoln Square, a two year old Florence Knoll sofa in a cinnamon color Knoll textile for $4200. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open f...

Open Thread 677
New York

Happy New Year — welcome to the AT:NY Open Thread! This month we're concentrating on Fresh Starts & Resolutions with an emphasis on Bedrooms here on Apartment Therapy. NYC & New York Met...

Open Thread 145
Chicago

Friday Design Roundtable for Chicago and the Midwest Check out Yesterdays Most Popular AT:Chicago Post: Organizing Tips from the Editors ...

Koko

If you're looking for a remedy for the mid-winter doldrums, look no further than Koko. Specializing in bold global fabrics and designs, this bright little online store carries bedding, pillows, rug...

From The Kitchn: 10 Fast and Easy Breakfast Recipes

Are you too busy to eat breakfast in the morning? It's so much healthier to have at least a small homemade breakfast every day. Here are 10 easy breakfast recipes you can make on the weekends and eat ...

House Tour: Lena's Family Home
Montreal

Name: Lena Location: Montreal, Quebec Size: two-story semi-detached house Years lived in: 30 >> Enter Slideshow See that porch light there by the front door? It's a beacon. To a warm and cozy r...

3 Modern Outdoor Fireplaces
California Home + Design

A pretty dreamy addition to a patio or garden, a fireplace truly turns an outdoor space into another room. It provides a focal point and extends the usability of the space into a nighttime gathering s...

Open Thread #75
Los Angeles

Looks like another beautiful weekend in Los Angeles is coming right up (and a long weekend for a few of us, so that means back to the beach). Any weekend home improvement projects on your list. Nice w...

Dexter for Dinner?

We can't believe that just looking at dishes could make us feel squeamish, but it really has. The Hematolagnia place settings are definitely not for the faint of heart and we can't really imagine dini...

Space-Saving Ideas from Good Hotel

Walking around SOMA, we were pleasantly surprised to see that this new hotel was through with construction and looking good, indeed. Much like the Hotel Tomo, another budget-conscious lodging spot in ...

Traditional/Modern Home Renovation

This house is all business in the front, party in the back. Located in London and renovated by Studio MG Architects, the front facade is plain brick with Georgian windows, while the back opens up in...

The Power of Scents To Help You Fall Asleep

I'm with Beth in admitting that sometimes it can be difficult to turn my brain off and just fall asleep. Even with the best of intentions (exercised, no clutter in the bedroom, no tv, bath and tea be...

Bedroom Rugs

We came across our post on FLOR's bedroom photos and got us thinking about how nice it is to wake up in the morning and step onto a warm rug. Ever since we redid our bedroom, we've been looking for ...

Shopping Portland's SE Division
Oregon Home

When buying our home, we did a very careful assessment of Portland's neighborhoods, growth and development. And just five years ago, we knew that SE Division -- even above 39th -- was well on its way ...

Good Questions: Under the Stair Storage Solutions?
Los Angeles

Dear AT, I have an issue at my new place with storage. We have an empty space under our stairs (pictured above) that I would like to create a storage cupboard for the tools and what not I currently ha...

Mix & Match Your Bedding

Looking for a way to add character to your bed? How about mixing it up with some contrasting (but complimentary) bedding. We love the way these beds from Caravane pair solid colors with stripes, che...

Flickr Find: Vee*'s Button Bedroom
And Her Well Edited Inspiration Boards

As a thumbnail, we weren't sure what we were looking at but as the photo enlarged when we zoomed in for a closer look--we were quite surprised. Artwork buttons from Pottery Barn adorn Vee*'s bedroom ...

How Would You Store A Giant Paper Cutter?

There are some problems with being an artist. You often time have challenges on storing things that the average household doesn't have to deal with. In our household we pack away screens for screen...

Good Questions: Ideas for This (Now Partial) Chair?

Claire is looking for info and ideas: What is this chair? Its vintage, its leather, looks like Herman Miller. I lost the cushion while moving, its under the Bay Bridge somewhere being eaten by sharks!...

Hot or Not? Small Space Hidden Gyms

Hidden Grove Hidden Gym Systems ...

West Elm Storage Bed: Now Available in White

We're adding to our arsenal of Storage Beds and West Elm's popular version is now available in white. What makes this bed special? In addition to having a coordinating headboard and nightstand...

One Piece Workstation, Room Update & Brocante Book
Slinks for 01.15.09

Seen on the web today: Miso Soup Design's wonderful workstation, same room, one year later, valentines and a good looking Brocante book...jump below for all the links:...

4 Aspirational Daybeds (Plus 2 Affordable Ones)

Into Bedroom Month but don't have a bedroom? Studio apartment dwellers often look to the daybed as a dual-purpose furnishing for the small home. These are a few we love but certainly can't afford. B...

The Fun Category

We love checking out home + design websites for inspiration. These online shoppes offer amazing selections on all things home. While typical categories - like Seating, Lighting, Furniture - are readil...

Brooklyn Flea Pops Up in Dumbo

Are you looking for something to do this weekend. Last Sunday, we headed out to Dumbo to check out the latest incarnation of the Brooklyn Flea — a pop-up shop in Dumbo. The flea will be held ...

Top 5 Storage/Organizing Essentials from Home Depot

The Depot is having a winter storage event through the end of the month (Jan. 31). For either in-store or online shopping, this storage "event" includes bins, totes, carts, shelving, hooks and hangers...

The Gallery: Gina Adams

Bead Lace Heritage: Battle, 2007, 14" x 20", watercolor and graphite on paper. Introducing Gina Adams who has been researching her Ojibwe and Lithuanian heritages. She was inspired by memories of he...

How To: Fold a Fitted Sheet

Nothing irks us more than when something gets in the way of us and a tidy closet. Especially if we're stressed the quickest relief is to take an evening and make the closet shine. But one thing gene...

Good Questions: Experience With Alchemy Collections?

I would like to know if anyone in New York City has ordered a sofa from Alchemy Collections. I called them about their Barcelona sofa, which seems very comfortable and their customer service represe...

Preserving the Finish (and Value) of Antique Furniture

Yesterday, when we were checking out the Antiques Roadshow site for our post on requesting tickets, we saw a good article on taking care of antique pieces. According to the expert interviewed for the ...

Inspiration: Hotel Headwalls

Yesterday we wrote about art over beds but there are other options for decorating a headwall. These amazing hotel headwalls not only change the scale of the beds but also create an all-encompassing,...

Upperplayground 10th Anniversary 50% Off Sale!

There are some great hip artisan housewares to add to your collection at fantastic prices over at the Upper Playground webstore (or at a brick and mortar store through the end of today) through the 2...

DIY IKEA-Pet Bed
For Your Furry Tailed G. Costanza

No, that's not a George Costanza inspired hide-away bed for a small statured (and neurotic) person up above. It's the IKEA-hack creation of IAmStylish.com's Tiffany, who with the help of her husband, ...

Preparing for The Big Window Challenge

Though the Big Window Challenge debuts next week in the Lexington Avenue windows of Bloomingdale's, the Apartment Therapy window team has been busy planning the spaces since late October. Pictured a...

DIY Idea: Mirror Headboard

Here's an easy idea we spotted in a photo: a headboard made from a mirror. In this room with low ceilings, the mirror reflects light and adds a sense of height to the low bed. Click below for a few ...

Survey: Would You Buy a Used Mattress?
From Re-nest: Our site that covers abundant design for green homes

It's Bedroom Month, so we're thinking a lot about what you can do to green your night's sleep. Buying used furniture is almost always a green way to go. But what about mattresses? Is that going too fa...

Good Questions: How to Help Pets Move In Together?

Carol is looking for reader stories: My boyfriend and I are facing a slight dilemma with us moving in together; it's our pets. I have a pair of cockatiels, Luca and Marco and he has two kitties, Zero ...

The Smash Alarm Clock

Although we love mornings, we do not like being woken by the alarm. It just makes us grumpy. A gentle shake by the sun or a kiss on the cheek, yes. The insistent buzz of a clock? Well, it makes us...

Modern Loft Restoration in Florence

Here's a look if you love white. Part of what we love about this apartment is the contrast of the light gray molding around the windows with the stark white walls. The result is airy and clean witho...

Baltimore Designer's Extravagant Home
The Baltimore Sun 1.10.09

Round beds always grab our attention, so we love the Baltimore Sun's feature of David Wiesand's gorgeous three-story townhouse. Located in the Mount Vernon area of Baltimore City, Wiesand uses the fi...

How To: Add Texture to Your Plain Pillows

We've confessed our saturated color addiction many times before on AT. As part of our recovery program we've been thinking about adding interesting textures in more neutral colors to our decor inst...

Good Questions: MidCentury Neighborhoods in LA?
Los Angeles

Dear AT, I'd like to find a Midcentury modern home in LA and was wondering which neighborhoods in LA have a higher concentration of such homes. I am moving to LA from DC in a month and any help would...

Rugs For Every Price Range... No Really!

Purchasing a rug can sometimes be an overwhelming experience. Buying something that takes the daily abuse from our feet, kids and pets at the price point that can be the same as high end furniture--...

Good Questions: Suggestions for New Bedding?

A good question from Elizabeth: My fiance and I recently moved to Chicago and we find ourselves with a large bedroom. It has inspired me to make our bed as heavenly and comfortable as possible as we r...

Good Questions: Dealing With a Closed-Up Doorway?

Hi, I just moved into a really beautiful apartment in Brooklyn. One of the things that's mystifying me is this: It's an old brownstone and the landlord closed up a few doorways to create bedrooms, a...

Inspiration: Tanya Sakolsky
And Her Echo Park Photographs

It's been a while since we've had a really bad day (and we mean really bad). And when you're experiencing one of those dreadful days, not much can cheer you up (even when your best friends know how t...

Matthew Williamson's Color-Crazy London Home
Elle Decoration UK, January 2009

It only makes sense that the Creative Director of fashion label Emilio Pucci is obsessed with bright colors and patterns! Matthew Williamson's apartment, previously featured in Domino, is on th...

Ikea PS Collection Preview

Ikea is one of our favorite places for inexpensive, well designed furniture, so any news on what's going on over there and we're all ears. This preview of items to come in Ikea's PS Collection has us ...

Renegade Handmade Online Shop

Renegade seems to move in a stream of its own, a throwback to good old ground-up business practices. The organization began as a craft fair, opened a brick and mortar store a couple of years ago, an...

How To: Build a Simple Indoor Swing (for winter)

This past Saturday I woke up and was suddenly seized with the notion of making a swing to hang in our apartment for Ursula. It's January. It's cold. What would be more invigorating or entertaining...

Scavenger: Eames Compact Sofa for $1500
San Francisco

In Emeryville, an Eames Compact Sofa by Herman Miller is up for grabs for $1500. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open for your business ...

The Greenwashing of the Mattress Industry
The New York Times 1.15.09

Last week, The New York Times helped demystify the meaning of Thread Count. Today, they've moved on to the greenwashing of mattresses — how do the labels organic, eco-friendly and the very vague...

Sales & Events Calendar: 01.15.09
Los Angeles

This week is all about sales, with many of those end of the year discounts rolling well into the month of January (one of them ending today), including sales from the likes of Room and Board, Bahay Ho...

Polaroids: Mapplethorpe at the Block Museum

Untitled (Nancy Nortia), 1973/75 Writings, studies, or early musings of huge art world figures can be insightful and deeply refreshing. In this collection of over 90 Polaroids taken by Robert Mappleth...

Domestic Transformer: Accordian Apartment in Hong Kong
The New York Times 1.15.09

Nicknamed Domestic Transformer, Architect Gary Chang's small Hong Kong apartment can be manipulated into 24 different layouts within the 344-square-foot space. The New York Times shows us how an immen...

Good Questions: Best Frame to Showcase Hope Print?

ATDC reader Nicole wants some framing advice: "Hi ATDC- I just recently purchased the 'Hope' print by Lorena Vigil-Escalera Guirado from Wall Blank. I'm having trouble figuring out how I should fr...

Living Single: Share Your Pros, Cons, and Tips

Being a single person certainly has its drawbacks (along with cringeworthy stories of forays into the dating scene); but let's put a pin in the emotional side of it and focus on the practical side of ...

7 Upholstered Beds for Under $1000

Upholstered beds are one of those love em or leave em items - some love the look, others would never consider them. If you fall into the first camp, you know that they are, very often, quite expensive...

Scavenger: Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs for $395
New York

Check out these Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs for sale in our Classifieds! More items and pics below the jump!...

Small Space Basics from The Age
Melbourne

Small space living is a relatively new phenomena in Australia, with most of us growing up in the suburbs (think: big front and back yards). But as more people opt for smaller, inner city living, its r...

Scavenger: West Elm Dresser and IKEA Bed for $250
Chicago

In Lakeview East, a West Elm dresser in good condition and an Ikea queen size bedframe for $250. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open for...

3form Material Solutions

Storm Collection As the leading manufacturer of sustainable materials and architectural hardware solutions for the Architecture + Design industry, 3form excels at showcasing colorful and textural tr...

From The Kitchn: Tour a Japanese-Inspired Kitchen

Zachary Smith took a crowbar to the interior of his small North Beach house and completely demoed the place himself, and then he sat down and drew up the plans for his new, minimal, Japanese-influence...

House Call: Celeste's Mount Pleasant Loft

Click Here to See All The Pics Name: Celeste Location: Vancouver, BC My husband, 10-month old daughter and I live in a 850-square foot loft in Vancouver. We moved here from LA in 2007 and I kn...

Tri3: The Three Tier Space Saving Trashcan

Guisset Constance and Cid Grégory's Tri3 trashcan manages to provide three separate containers in a space saving vertical form, perfect for those of us who like to neatly keep our recyclables separat...

Organizing Tips from the Editors
Martha Stewart Living

The upcoming February issue of MSL has a "tear out and try it out" type of article called Organizing Principles which lists tips and tricks from the editors on getting things in order throughout the h...

House Tour: Ektoras and Simon's Small Wonder
New York

Name:Simon and Ektoras Location: East Village Size: 515 sqft rented railroad flat Years lived in: 25 years >> Enter Ektoras and Simon's Photo Gallery! Ektoras, a video artist and bartender, and Si...

Entertainment Tonight
California Home + Design

The owner of this English Tudor "castle" in St Francis Wood was looking to create a space with a masculine feel, but one that women would find comfortable, too. The finished result, envisioned by inte...

What Type of Home Security Do You Have In Your Home?

Though we don't keep a baseball bat under our bed like Laure does, we do worry about home security. We recently installed a motion detecting LED light in our once darkened stairway, are looking to ins...

Minimalism + Pattern at the Hospes Madrid

Madrid's Hospes Hotel is a great example of one way to add pattern to a minimalist room. With nothing more than some opulent pillows and blankets, an all-white room gets an injection of color and st...

Etsy Find: Closet Cozies

We've seen purpose-built hangers that stack like this, but usually the lower hangers aren't built to hang from the rack on their own when you don't need them to stack anymore. These closet cozies tu...

Best Organizing Tips from Design Public

Design Public has been running an organizing fest over on their blog, Hatch, to try to help people get a jumpstart on the new year. We loved some of their tips for organizing the bedroom which includ...

Do You Keep An Address Book?

We've given up our traditional address book and we're wondering if you have too? Or if you use a different method since we are all trying to be as paperless as possible. Click through the jump to s...

Inspiration: Modern Guest Rooms at Kimber Modern
Austin

Austin residents have a new and sleek modern place to stay deep in the heart of the city from which to gain inspiration for their own bedroom spaces, or perhaps escape from their hectic bedrooms for ...

Good Questions: Modern Desk Accessories Recommendations?
Los Angeles

I looked through the archives here, but couldn't find what I wanted exactly. What are some really good local stores to find cool (and moderately priced) modern desk accessories? Pencil cups, mouse pad...

Trays at Angela Adams

We're big proponents of using trays all over the house. A mess of keys, remotes, odds & ends or what have you's instantly look more pulled together when placed on a tray -we don't know why, but it is ...

Artwork Display Ideas from Ecotapeter

European wallpaper manufacturer Ecotapeter proves in their catalog that wallpaper and artwork make good roommates. Their photos are full of casual arrangements: leaning artwork, clustered frames, pi...

The Big Window Challenge!

See those windows up there? Yes, the big Bloomingdale's windows on Lexington Avenue? Well, starting next week, we're taking them over. We're partnering with Bloomingdale's to help them promote th...

Inspiration: Royaltygirl's Closet
Plus Her Tip To Keep It Organized

We admit, royaltygirl has a bigger closet than most. And one would thing it would be easier for her to keep it organized--right?! But sometimes, the bigger the space, the harder it is to keep your b...

Midwest Scavenger: 40 Craigslist Finds That Need Homes

Let's give a big round of applause to the returning Midwest Scavenger! It's been awhile, but it's back today with some fantastic finds some of which are featured above. From "Giant Vintage Billboa...

25 Strange Throw Pillows

Throw pillows -- the cheapest way to bring a new look to your room. But new doesn't always mean stylish, chic or pretty...take a look at this list of 25 unusual pillows that run the gamut from clever ...

The Hamburger Bed
Ridiculous...We Know!

We weren't sure we wanted to post this, but after being IM'ed and Facebook messaged by several friends/colleagues that we "had to post this", we gave into our playful inclinations. Sure, it's not some...

Harmonica Storage Bed from CB2

Last year we posted CB2's Sleepy Hollow Storage Bed — and it was a big hit. It's since been discontinued and replaced by the Harmonica Storage Bed......

iDye: Fabric Dyes for the Washing Machine

We have an old cotton slipcover waiting to be dyed, but just thinking of finding a space and a tub that's large enough for the fabric to not be bunched up, moving hot water across the floor, having ...

Hot or Not? Dog Table Lamp by Chaiyut Plypetch

A nice quiet, obedient pet with a built in dimmer...hot or not?...

What's Your Story?

From AT House Tour AB Chao's Modern + Old = MOLD Gregory's Good Quote today reminded us of a home design technique of a former boss (an architect). He developed fictional plots about clients' homes. ...

Stuck In A Decorating Rut?
Tips For Overcoming Decorating Paralysis

Designing your own space can feel super overwhelming. Although there are small space solutions and great design tips out there, it's easy to simply give up on what feels like a huge task. We have a fr...

'Honey, I'm Home' Magnetic Key Holder

Looking a whole like like the monolith from 2001, Arik Levy's 'Honey, I'm Home' magnetic key holder is a wall mountable insurance for those of us who have a knack for losing their keys...in their own ...

The "Plants in the Bedroom" Dilemma

There's some disagreement about whether plants in the bedroom is a positive or a negative. Feng Shui practitioners say that plants in the bedroom are not good feng shui, unless your bedroom is fairly ...

The Well Dressed Home
Seattle Homes & Lifestyles

In the tradition of Domino Magazine's "Can this outfit be turned into a room?" feature, Seattle Homes & Lifestyles has taken three sartorial styles and outfitted a room each, using furnishings from...

Wallpaper Magazine's Desk Job Retrospective

We've been thinking a lot about the state of our workspaces recently (see here and here for a start) while we get organized and get a system going. So it was fitting that we came across the Wallpaper...

Good Questions: Alternative to De Padova's Raffles Sofa?

I have fallen in love with De Padova's Raffles sofa, chair and ottoman but can't afford the $16,000 price tag for the 3 pieces. Is there a similar combo out there for about half? Please help! (Note...

Heavy Metal Decor by Pierre Blanc

These vases are a lot like the ones you'll find in a thrift store, mom's basement, or grandma's china cabinet. Except for one thing: their heavy metal logos... ...

Granny Square How To, Ridiculous Toys & Sleep Tips
From Ohdeedoh: Our site that covers modern homelife with children

Topping the Ohdeedoh charts these days is a how-to for making your own granny square blanket. This week we also took a peek at a London kids room set for photographers and filmmakers, the 30 most ridi...

Roundup: Bedroom Art Over Head

Bedroom art is so interesting — specifically the art that people hang directly over their heads. Maybe it's just us but the selection of what to hang over one's head while sleeping offers a mu...

25 Green Tips For 2009 That Save You Money
San Francisco Chronicle

We have heard many a green idea in the past year. Green is the new black and saving the earth is the new.... well that's always been chic. We have a quick refresher of 25 things you may or may not...

The Small Space Office: MisoSoup Design's K Workstation

Not much information about MisoSoup Design's K Workstation, but the surface winding design speaks for itself, incorporating a near continuous wall mounted surface that provides desk space and overhead...

New Vipp Color for 2009: Yellow Cab

Handmade in Denmark since 1939, Vipp pedal wastebaskets and trash cans are the cream of the bathroom wastebasket and accessories crop (at least we think so). These are the real deal — ori...

The Ultimate Room for Entertaining

This living room designed by Eileen Boyd struck us as the ultimate in entertaining. Although it's a very large, posh space, there are several lessons to take away if you want to create your own part...

Good Questions: Ideas for this Entryway?

Nyree sent in a good question: I recently moved into my new husbands apartment. Although we've decorated most of the 1 bedroom apartment together, I'm at a complete loss with what to do for my entry w...

Roundup: Twin Sleeper Sofas

The Vincent Twin Sleeper from CB2 — more pics below! Everyone is always asking about the Best Sleeper Sofas. We have a Troy Twin Sleeper Sofa in our tiny living room — in addition t...

Survey: Should the Obamas Adopt a Labradoodle or Portugese Water Dog?

The Obamas appointed their First Decorator, but are still reviewing candidates for First Dog. Ever since election night, we've been wondering which dog they'll pick. Now they have narrowed down the...

"Plastic Holders" for Displaying Photos

We LOVE designer Marco Pasanella's bedroom, as photographed in the September 2008 Martha Stewart Living magazine. The fantastic bed, the yellow and white color scheme and...the "plastic holders" u...

Good Questions: Who Makes This Bedding?
Los Angeles

Rebecca writes in with a bedding identification question: A while ago, you featured some photos from your Flickr pool for small space inspirations. I love the bedding in one photo and have been scou...

Baby, It's Cold Outside...and Inside, Too
Share Your Strategies for Staying Warm

Now, we are not presuming that we look as cute in our winter hat as this guy, but we've been known to wear ours now and then while typing at our desk on some chilly mornings here in Chicago. As temps ...

Good Questions: Mixing Brass and Nickel Finishes?

Hi, Need advice! I'm about to add two nickel Platner chairs (black upholstery) to my cozy livingroom of art deco, midcentury modern and warm colors and patterns. Lots of wood and exposed brick. I'm ...

Etsy Scavenger: Peculiar Pillows

Some may call it cute and whimsical and some might just be at a loss for words, but either way we thought we would share an Etsy Store we came across today that makes knitted (not screenprinted) pill...

IKEA Hack: Paola's Entryway Organizer

We love innovative entryway solutions (especially for small spaces) so when we stumbled across Paola's IKEA hack of the Mackis desktop organizer, we had to learn more. Resources and how-to after the ...

Good Questions: Fitted or Unfitted Kitchen?

Andrea sent us an email: My partner and I are hoping to add some much needed storage to the west side of our kitchen. (We own a small, mostly renovated semi in downtown Toronto.) We had been thinking ...

Erie Basin: Unique Finds for The Home

Since opening in 2006, Red Hook's Erie Basin has become well-know for its collection of 19th and early 20th-century jewelry, but it also has an equally well-curated selection of objects for the home...

4 Things We Like at Park Life

There's more to the Richmond than good Dim Sum and boba. Park Life, the independent retail and gallery space, has been at Clement and 3rd for a couple years now, and continues to offer of-the-moment a...

5 Home Habits That Save Money

There's no denying that times are tough, people are losing their jobs, and spending is down. In this type of economic climate, evenings out are replaced with time in. While we need our homes to be h...

Best Modern Bedding 2009

It's January here at AT, which means we're supporting fresh starts and focusing on revamping your bedroom. The most important room in your home, this is a great month to declutter and make any upgr...

Scavenger: Pair of Vintage 50s Side Chairs for $295 obo
San Francisco

A pair of vintage side chairs made by the Sterling Furniture company in SF, circa 1954 are for sale for $295 or best offer. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furnitu...

And The White House First-Decorator is ... Michael S. Smith!

The Obamas have chosen their designer for the White House: Michael S. Smith — a Santa Monica-based Californian with many celebrity clients. Smith has already started shopping at "a variety of ...

Good Quotes: Discovering the "Plot" of Your Home

My life has a superb cast but I can't figure out the plot. - Ashley Brilliant Change out the word "life" with "home" and you have a common problem for many of us in the decor department, with the co...

Flannel Sheets Sale at Garnet Hill

We've only got one set of flannel sheets, so when switching them out for others, we notice a huge difference in how comfortable (warm) it is to climb into bed during the middle of winter. A family mem...

Renovated London Row House
The New York Times 1.14.09

Sherri Snelson, a North-Carolona native living in the Fulham section of London, has renovated her four-story Victorian house. The New York Times gives us a peek into the 1904 house where Sherri carved...

Scavenger: DC and Obama-Themed Home Accessories from Around Town

DC stores are covered in tacky souvenirs, even more so than usual, thanks to the upcoming Inauguration Day. We've picked out some of our favorite, not-too-tacky, Obama and DC-themed home accessories...

Greening the Inauguration: Free Valet Parking for Bikes

We're written before about DC's efforts to become a more bike-friendly city. If you are one of the millions of people hoping to make it downtown for the inauguration next week, the Washington Area ...

Flickr Finds: PFlyTheEarth's Teeny Tiny Studio

Living in a studio apartment? The biggest challenge is always space, either the general lack of it and/or a completely wonky floorplan. If you're frustrated with your place, then check out this teen...

Good Questions: To Paint or Not to Paint Dining Chairs?

Hi AT! I'm trying to decide whether or not to paint our dining chairs. My boyfriend likes them the way they are but I've decided that he's wrong and something must be done. We bought them on CL even...

Antiques Roadshow 2009 Tour: Tickets Available Now

Have you ever attended the Antiques Roadshow? The perennially popular appraisal show has announced its 2009 tour locations and ticket applications are online now......

Scavenger: Lights Up! Meridian Pendant Lamp for $580
New York

We love this Lights Up! Meridian Jumbo Pendant Lamp with its cool patterned silk shade. It's brand new (still in the box) which explains the price. While you may not be saving that much off ...

Scavenger: Vintage Knoll Executive Armchair for $575
Chicago

In Bridgeport a Vintage Knoll Executive Armchair in brown leather with caster base and swivel/tilt feature for $575. Jump below for links to this and more: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are...

John Derian Company, Inc.

Welcome to the colorful world of John Derian. We find that people are always surprised and intoxicated by what a lovely little world is being created behind John Derian's doors. Charmed by the amb...

House Tour: Kate’s Edwardian Update
Cambridge, Massachusetts

Name: Kate Location: Cambridge, MA Size: 1200 sq/ft Years lived in: Owned 1.5 Enter Slideshow We first saw Kate's lovely Cambridge home while searching "Apartment Therapy Boston" tags on Flickr. Sh...

From The Kitchn: 5 Things to Make With Orange Peels

Don't throw away that clementine peel! Did you know that there are plenty of things you can make with the leftover peels from all that citrus you've been eating? Here are a few suggestions. • Cl...

House Tour: Kelly and Mike's Layered Collage
San Francisco

Name: Kelly Wilkinson and Mike O’Neill Location: Cole Valley, San Francisco Size: 1200 sq. ft. Years lived in: Rented for 2 years >> Enter Slideshow One of the things we most adore is to p...

ANYTHING Stationery Line is Anything But Boring

We lurve this minimal modern line of stationery from ANYTHING Design, a collaboration between UK designer Michael Sodeau and Japanese company Suikosha. The forms remind us a lot of Muji's industrial d...

2009 Design Forecast: Six Top Trends for the Home
Point Click Home

Patty Bouley is a style scout for Point Click Home and did an interior design forecast for 2009 based on the Maison et Object home furnishings show held twice a year in Paris. Jump below for the six t...

Decorating on a Budget

If you're reading AT, it is reasonable to assume that you, like us, are a lover of interior design and home decor. Being a home person, we admit that a large portion of our time, energy, and at times ...

Renewable Cleanup: EcoTowl Bamboo Kitchen Towels

Trader Joe's Super Amazing Kitchen Cloths have been doing a superb job of cleanup duty around our apartment, but after months of use one of them is looking (and smelling) a bit funky, so we're going t...

Wooden Mats that Double as Boot Trays

Looking for a stylish spot to dump your snowy boots? Wooden bath mats are one alternative to the traditional boot tray. Designed to deal with water, these mats are slightly raised, with built-in slo...

Coconut Baskets at Crate and Barrel

While we tend to consider function over appearance when it comes to baskets, we always like the way large decorative vessels can pull a look together. These are unusual in that the flat, smooth husk...

Roundup: Monogramming Sources

Although we've never indulged in the monogramming trend, we're definitely charmed by the idea. Maybe it's our secret love for all things preppy or just a nice contrast from our normal laissez-faire d...

Auction Photo Tour: University of Nebraska, Lincoln

Every 3-4 months there is a gathering of the best kind. Deals are made, treasures are found and fun is had. It's a place where repurposing is at it's finest and it's best to come with a Uhaul in to...

Live What You Love, Inauguration Invites & Cat Cubby
Slinks for 01.13.09

Good stuff from the blogs today: a print that says it all, inauguration party invites, a wooden flip clock and a DIY cat cubby...jump below for all the links:...

Pop Culture Tiles from K & K Forgeworks

We're big fans of pop culture and sharing the stories behind the items we use to decorate the home. So imagine our excitement when we stumbled across these stunning metal tiles from K & K Forgeworks, ...

Good Questions: How to Avoid the Doctor's Office Decor Effect?

I have tons of (mostly design) magazines that I can't bring myself to get rid of. They are in boxes on my bookshelves, but some current ones I like to keep out. I really do love looking at them. I'm...

Instant Decorating: Clustering Tea Lights on a Table

Whether you have a set of matching votives or just a bunch of loose tea light candles, arranging them on a table instantly ups the romance factor. Click below for a few ideas......

How To: Refurbish an Upholstered Side Chair

Time: 33 hours (This includes shopping and 10 hours of hand stitching.) Cost: $150.00 est. (Please note: JoAnn's has great 40% off coupons, which saved me a lot of money.) Dark Hotel Chic. Ever w...

Roundup: Alternative Uses For Binder Clips

When we were home over the holidays, we were treated to some of the best nights of sleep we'd had in a while. We're chalking it up to the bedding (mom always had a way of making the sheets stay in pl...

Starting A Home Library What Would You Suggest?
Kansas City Star

We caught at article in the Kansas City Star this past weekend on what books are great to start off your home libraries. Or rather, which books simply must be included. We liked the one's we saw an...

One Year Ago Today...
Popular Los Angeles Posts Way Back When

Some of you long time readers might remember how amazingly popular Laure's "Books in the Rafters" spread all across the design/decor blogosphere. But a few of these other older posts might have fallen...

House Call: Arlene's Cozy Flat
London

more pics below Name: Arlene Location: London, England Hi — I live in this very comfortable one bedroom flat in London. It is very convenient location for me since I commute by public tr...

Ultra Thrifty Household Tips from "Way Back When"

This past summer we took a fantastic trip to Europe. It was wonderful to get to show our son some of our favorite cities and the added bonus of traveling with a 10 year old is that you get to hit ALL ...

Inspiration: A Window at the Head of the Bed

There is a window at the head of our bed, so we're always on the lookout for inspiration like this. We just use our extra deep windowsill as a bedside table and call it a day. But we love the compos...

From Apartment Therapy To The Pages Of Domino
Featuring Maria's "Oh So You" Bungalow

One of our favorite Apartment Therapy house tours, Maria's "Oh So You" bungalow, is featured in this month's domino magazine and they had spotted it right here on our site....

Scavenger: Palm Springs Semi-Circular MidCentury Sofa Waiting to be Saved
Los Angeles

From the photos, it looks like this Rat Pack era semi-circular sofa has seen some better days, but we can still see its potential as a stunner if someone reupholsters it and sets it in a new MidCentur...

Winter Throws from Sierra Trading Post

These throw/blanket styles available through the Sierra Trading Post are classic -- and very reduced. The Moon of England wool throw (shown here) is $34.95 ($180 retail) and comes in 12 color combina...

Bamboo Garment Rack at Storables

This is clearly Storables' answer to a similar rack at the Container Store that we saw back in August, but this one is simpler and foldable....

How To: Eliminate Cooking Smells From A Studio Apartment

Because we live in a studio (with a loft bedroom) when we cook the smells rise up and linger in our bedroom. Sometimes it's nice, the bed smells like chocolate chip cookies or creme brulee, but somet...

Good Questions: Modern Trundle Bed Options?

Help! My in-laws are coming to visit and we (I) want to host them properly. We have an empty space in our office that is just perfect for a daybed/trundle bed. We are looking for good-looking, mode...

Big Mural in a Little Bedroom

Okay, forget just hanging a painting at the head of the bed. This hyper-color bedroom takes it a step further with an entire mural wall acting as a headboard......

Sale Alert! 20% Off All Furniture at Vessel

Had your eye on a piece of furniture at Vessel? Now is the time to act! Through Sunday, January 18 Vessel is offering a 20% discount on all furniture items, including new pieces from Blu Dot and Gus...

Hot Tip: Behr's Virtual Color Center

We've seen other virtual paint tools before but since we have been looking for a new color for our bedroom, this one has consumed a great deal of our time. Hate second guessing yourself when it come...

House Call: Jwen's Refined Compact Space
Singapore

Name: KNQ Associates Location: West Coast Road, Singapore Size: 2 bedrooms condominium apartment; approx. 1000sq. ft. We've had a couple previous house tours and house calls from across the Paci...

Stylishly Rumpled Bedrooms from Living Etc.

Our favorite British shelter magazine, Living Etc. has great galleries of amazingly inspirational photos. Known for a photography style that can be described as "casual elegance" it wasn't a bi...

Roundup: Under $100 at Salvage One

Often cited as a favorite source in our local House Tours, Chicago's Salvage One is a one-stop shop for reused architectural elements, furnishings, and accessories. Their pieces are scoured from bui...

CES 2009: Panasonic's Wireless 1" Thick VIERA TC-P54Z1
From Unplggd: Our site that untangles your wires

What is the latest and greatest when it comes to tech? Well, the best way to find out is to head to Las Vegas and brave the crowds of journalists and gadget geeks to be first in line to try out things...

Good Questions: Long Lasting Mystery Plant?

Amanda sent in this tip and question: I found this wonderful green filler for flower arrangements and it long outlasted the flowers. They're still going strong with no wilt after several months. I eve...

10 Common Mistakes Made In The Bedroom

Paint it Black: A Norwegian Apartment

After breaking up with her boyfriend, this Norwegian girl, decided to paint her apartment black. When she moved in, the floor was a simple pine, and the walls were painted in pinks and blues. Dra...

Taking Art Classes in DC

Inspired by Bethz's post last week on Taking an Art Class, we wanted to share with you our favorite places to study art in DC and ask for your advice on learning to sew. We've taken paper-making, dra...

Pleated Linen Bedskirt from Garnet Hill

Our bed can't accommodate a bedskirt but if it could this pleated skirt from Garnet Hill would be a strong contender. The textured stripes and straight cut gives it a modern feel but the linen adds...

Roundup: 6 Bedside Lamps Under $50

Purchasing bedside lamps is always a true treasure hunt. You are constantly on the lookout for lamps with the perfect shade height (no one wants to stare at a bare bulb while reading in bed), size a...

Good Questions: Suggestions for a NON-Radioactive Green?

Ashley is on a color hunt: I bought a condo with this fantastic master bedroom - large (15*17), french doors to a balcony, a window, light cherry hardwood floors, and a total of 4 doors. My goal is...

Good Questions: Similar Metal Apothecary Cabinet?

Dear AT, I am in love with this cabinet from Sundance, but the price ($995) and the shipping ($350!) are prohibitive. Any tips on how I might procure something similar for less? It has to be fully en...

DIY: Covering Up The Water Heater

Over on our Apartment Therapy LA Flickr Group, Sew Darn Jenny's kitchen is undergoing a revamp (more on that soon)! In the meantime, she wanted to tackle covering up the eyesore of the room--the wate...

Prints by Andrew Bannecker at Charmingwall

Andrew Bannecker is a self taught artist who works from his home. Originally from Kansas, he has since gone urban, trying out life in Seattle, Chicago, NY and DC. His work has got a bit of a retro vi...

Roundup: Five New Side-or-Bedside Tables

We have an issue with one of our bedside tables — it's a Componibili and it doesn't like to stay upright on our crooked rental floors. With our new habit of making the bed everyday, we've...

Cmielow Porcelain Animals at Eden & Eden

We mainly keep our collecting to functional items (love to Fire-King) and art for our walls, probably because as apartment dwellers there's often not a lot of space for much else. But we could find a ...

Best Products: IKEA's Hessum Runner

A while ago, we purchased IKEA's Hessum Runner for our entrance hall, and we've been very happy with how it's held up. Shown here (unvacuumed) after several days of collecting slush, shoe grime, and...

A Visit to Etsy in Brooklyn, NY

Etsy's at 325 Gold Street, in the Clocktower Building. "On Flatbush, right next to the Toren Tower and the Mobil Station." - Instructions on how to get to Esty offline >> Enter Full Slideshow From ...

ColorTherapy: House Proud at the Cooper-Hewitt Museum

To All ColorTherapy Posts I have a “pretty pictures” post this week, whilst a run around the globe in search of peace of mind, and the next big thing. Meanwhile, why don’t you pop into the Coo...

Scavenger: Room & Board Calvin Dressers for $850 & 950
San Francisco

Two Room and Board Calvin dressers are for sale - the 5 drawer is $850 and the 6 drawer is $950. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open fo...

Bedtime Reading, Medicated Water, House of the Future, and the Curve Pet Bed
Los Angeles Slinks for 01.13.09

Bedding that actually reads like a book, the 11 most common chemical compounds found in US water taps, the modest size home of the architect of Disneyland's House of the Future of Tomorrowland now ava...

Saving Parking Spots with Furniture

You've seen it; maybe you've even done it. If you have a car and rely on street parking, spending an hour shoveling your way to said car might result in the "no one gets this spot" mentality. We get i...

Scavenger: Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sofa for $1500
New York

There's a cool and compact Jens Risom Mid-Century Modern Sofa for sale today, outfitted in the original pinkish tweed upholstery on a teak frame. It looks to be in great shape with all buttons...

Look! IKEA Recreates Oval Office in Union Station

In addition to the pre-Inauguration Embrace Change 09 advertising blitz we wrote about yesterday, IKEA has set up a mock Oval Office in the main hall of DC's Union Station. Complete with Secret Ser...

Look! Recessed Floor Lighting

Usually when someone says, "I'm installing recessed lights in my house," they're usually referring to the ceiling. However, there's a growing trend of installing small lights in the floor. If you're...

Advice On Making A Guest Room Special?
Melbourne

House Tour: Kelly's Craftsman Comfort We’re having a great friend of ours who now resides overseas coming to stay with us for a week. While we’re incredibly excited and are working furiously to ...

Scavenger: Room and Board King Size Bed for $450
Chicago

On Halsted near Armitage, a "like new" king size Room and Board metal bed for $450. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open for your busines...

Good Questions: Armless Modular Seating a Yay or Nay?
Los Angeles

Ryan writes in asking about our opinion about armless modular seating. Feel free to chime in with your opinion and help Ryan make a decicsion: How do you feel about square-ish, armless, modular sectio...

James Murphy Design

Stapleton Bench We first met James Murphy a few years ago and are proud to spotlight his talents. James creates wonderful organic modern furniture and cites Scandinavian modernism, mid-century Italia...

From The Kitchn: Winner of The Golden Spurtle!

Yes, there really is a Golden Spurtle award, and no, it doesn't have anything to do with Harry Potter. This award is actually for something very near and dear to our hearts. To see more about the Gold...

Luxury Textures & Fabrics in the Bedroom

Why not go a little wild in the bedroom? There is no need to always be practical when it comes to decor decisions and the "boudoir" is just the place to add in some luxury fabrics and textures...jump ...

Best Private Homes 2009
Wallpaper Design Award Winners

Kanye West served as a judge on the panel for this years Wallpaper Design Awards. Along with Jean Nouvel, Ines de la Fressange, Marc Newson, Sir Ken Adam and Stefano Pilati, he helped to chose the bes...

Cheap Pete's

We get asked all the time about inexpensive ways to frame art. Our answers have run the gamut from super-cheap, cheap, inexpensive, and on and on. But, for some reason Cheap Pete's has never been pro...

Inspiration...Bulb Storage

Although this Brookstone product is no longer available for purchase, it's one of those products that was better off as a DIY project than something you'd undoubtedly pay more than its actual worth fr...

Architectural Details from Baden & Baden

Checking out the website of European kitchen designers Baden & Baden, a few architectural details caught our eye, including these double layer door screens. Details like these are the things that tr...

Inspiration: 4 Great Bedrooms
Canadian House & Home

We can never get enough of great bedrooms; settling in with a book and waking up (okay, on a weekend after sleeping in) feeling refreshed in the morning are our favorite moments of the day. These...

How To: Restore A Fiberglass Shell Chair

We've been accused of a lot of things, not the least of which is featuring Eames shell chairs too frequently. We've also been accused of giving the wrong advice for how to restore them to a glowing s...

Look! Found Clothespin Art

While wading through the aisles at our local TJ Max store we came across an interesting find--framed clothespins. Retailing for $30, we think this is a totally inexpensive and DIY-able project for a...

AT Survey: Best of the Home Makeover Shows?

Over at House Beautiful, they did a roundup of 13 makeover shows. From HGTV, ABC, TLC, Fine Living and the Style Network, these run the gamut for us from very familiar to huh? never heard of it...and ...

Look! Defenestration at Howard and 6th

Defenestration: the act of throwing something out the window. Walk down 6th at Howard and you'll see all sorts of furniture trying to defenestrate itself out of an abandoned building. Is it some kind ...

Good Questions: Local Showroom to Test Task Chairs?
Los Angeles

AT reader Nathan writes in: A while back, Gregory posted about purchasing a Steelcase Leap task chair. I have two questions: How's that going? Does anyone know of a store in LA where one can test d...

Wardrobe Alternative: Locker Storage in the Bedroom

This cottage bedroom found on Inspace combines romantic wallpaper, bedding, and crystal chandeliers with industrial chic locker storage. The heavy-duty locker adds some edge to an otherwise soft sch...

Managing Your Home: The Standards You Keep

With the beginning of a new year, we often question our routines and habits and attempt to change in order to reach our resolutions. So today, when we went to our Neighborhood Professional Organizing...

In Your Face Color: Lanni's Bedroom Tour

Have you ever seen a bedroom that had the same vibrant personality as the person who inhabited it? If not, you're about to. Meet 19yr old Lanni. Her bedroom is bright, bold and brought together wi...

The White House in Atlanta
The New York Times 1.8.09

How surreal! With all of our coverage of The White House decor — from new White House china patterns, and even White HouseChristmas Decorations — we find (via The New York Times) a ...

Etsy Roundup: Vintage Serving Trays

We were inspired to bring out our vintage serving tray after going to a few friends' houses and seeing them put to use in a variety of places throughout the house: the bathroom, on a landing strip, an...

10 Best Ways to Declutter for 2009
Advice from an Expert

AT reader and organizing specialist Denise Foley of Denise De-Clutter Bug sent us this wonderfully useful top ten tips list of ways to start off 2009 with less of a mess and a whole lot more room (and...

Sticotti Shelving System from Design Within Reach

A new Design Within Reach catalog landed in the office today — and we're fans of the new Sticotti Shelving system. Designed by Argentinian architect Alejandro Sticotti, the system is made...

British Brights, New Monopoly & Cloud Lamps
Slinks for 01.12.09

Seen on the web today: Amazingly cheerful bright rooms from England, a new design for an old favorite game, finding space in a narrow kitchen and recycled paper lamps. Jump below for all the links:...

Architectural Hardware by Cutler Anderson

Wright Guest House, The Highlands, Washington 1987 Cutler Anderson Architects design everything in their projects, down to the smallest details. They have now designed a line of minimalist and versa...

Small Investments = Big Returns
Tips For Saving In Your Everyday Life

In these tough economic times, saving a dollar or two can turn into a lot more by year's end. Although they may not be real time savers, these money and time investments can help you turn a cup a coff...

Before & After: Transforming Lamps with Spraypaint

We love a good DIY. Anne from The City Sage found this pair of 1960s lamps at her local Goodwill. She loved the shape and recognized that all they needed was a little love, and the transforming pow...

Look: Accordian-style Aluminum Attic Ladders

Have an attic but a limited amount of space that won't allow for a traditional fold down staircase? This spring-loaded suspension ladder offers from 9 to 15 steps to reach your stored away Precious Mo...

Cashmere Hot Water Bottle Set

The perfect winter combination? Cashmere and hot water. Spotted at Restoration Hardware, this hot water bottle set comes with a rubber bottle insert and a cashmere cover in ivory, blush, oatmeal, silv...

Multiple Layers of Magnificent Mirrors at Wisteria

The alliterative name might be a bit grand, but we haven't seen anything like this layered pentagonal mirror before. Wisteria is usually one-stop-shopping for embellished Venetian-style and inlaid b...

3 Great Tools To Help Prioritize and Organize

Although we have a calendar on the computer and on our phone (which we enter events into when we're out and about), for us nothing can replace a nice big calendar we can write on. Working from home w...

Woodbag Firewood Tote by Malin Lundmark

This tote for firewood from Swedish designer Malin Lundmark is sleek, practical, and nearly perfect for housing an evening's supply of firewood......

How I Learned to Slow Down Time
Lessons from Vegas and the tide pools

It was over this weekend while spending several days in polar opposite locations/environments (in Las Vegas attending the Consumer Electronics Show for Unplggd) and yesterday at the tranquil tide pool...

Blue Bedroom

I stumbled upon this blue bedroom and really liked the saturated color in the walls and the giant-scale painting at the head of the bed. Further investigation revealed that this bedroom was created ...

Heir Antiques
Providence

Tyler Doran contacted us recently about his unique Providence shop, Heir, which opened last September. More art gallery than a typical antique store, Heir offers a beautifully edited collection of a...

Look! Wallpaper In-Store At Select Targets

We've posted before about our excitement over Target carrying wallpaper (which has only been available online). While checking out the new things in their seasonal section (and secretly keeping our ...

Good Questions: Identify This Nightstand?

I LOVE this bedside table. Can anyone identify? Or know of something similar... must have a drawer. I pulled this image from Domino's galleries. Please help end my quest for the perfect nightstand! ...

Cleaning & Organizing Tip: Start with the Bedroom

This weekend, we spent some time cleaning up our embarrassingly disheveled apartment. We usually start with the living room or kitchen when we're binge cleaning, saving the bedroom for last and doin...

House Tour: Martina & Manfred's Country Dream
South of Hamburg, Germany

Name: Manfred & Martina aka Wohnkultur66 Occupation: Scandinavian Furniture Dealers Location: In the countryside, South of Hamburg, Germany Type: Old German Farmhouse Size: 6000 sq.ft. Years li...

Good Questions: Help Identify this Yard Sale Find?

Lane is looking for some design detection work: We bought this chair at a yard sale in Alameda, Ca. this weekend. It's in great shape, but there's no tags or manufacturer info anywhere on it. Any ide...

Survey: How Much Time Do You Spend In Bed?

They say you spend one-third of your life in bed. We definitely spend way more time than that. In fact, we're in bed as we write this. We spend a lot of time in bed. We blog from it, we sleep in i...

Michael Stipe & Thomas Dozol's New York Apartment
The Selby

We love Todd Selby's photos of interiors. He is continually adding new interiors to his ever-growing list of intriguing apartment. The latest addition is the Tribeca apartment of Michael Stipe and T...

Hot or Not? Ikea "Embrace Change" Ads in the DC Metro

As DC prepares for Inauguration Day next Tuesday, IKEA is marketing on the "change" theme from Obama's campaign. The metro station at Gallery Place/Chinatown is filled with yellow and blue IKEA ads. ...

How Was This Chandelier Constructed?

We've been poking around the world of chandeliers lately. Our bedroom lacks the playful spirit found in the rest of our apartment so we're thinking that the addition of a cheerful chandelier may do...

Good Questions: Warming Up a Cold Kitchen Floor?

I am hoping to get some ideas from fellow ATer's. The problem is our kitchen floor. Besides being bright white and with two dogs keeping them clean is a constant issue. They are freezing cold in the ...

Pick Three: Unison Bedding Favorites On Sale

The bedroom is one place we are always willing to spend a little bit more money. We want to sink into a cradle of comfort at night when we finally call it a day. But just because we are willing to ...

Good Questions: Bookshelves For My New Green Wall?

We've been remodeling and I'm putting together my new studio! I painted the walls pear green and now I need a place to put my books. What book shelves would be good on my walls? (Note: Include a pi...

Inspiration: Painted Walls In Domino Magazine
And the Things We Learned While Painting This Weekend

On a whim, we decided to round up three friends and have a painting party on Saturday night. We got our new issue of Domino Magazine in the mail on Friday and decided we were going to help our boyfri...

Good Questions: Coordinating Multiple Prints?

Chaely is looking for some advice: Hi! After carefully studying Apartment Therapy for months and months, I decided that I would try to be less afraid of color and go for a bold, bright color scheme i...

Preview: Orla Kiely Housewares for Target

We are super excited to share images of the new Orla Kiely for Target collection! The collection makes good use of Orla Kiely's bold colors and girly patterns. They've created dinner and servin...

Roundup: Sustainable Furniture at Branch

What's not to love about San Francisco-based home design company Branch? Their selection of unique, well-designed products always please, and everything they carry is made from sustainable resources. ...

Floating House on Lake Huron

According to the Economist's industry predictions for 2009, aquatecture (the design of floating structures atop platforms) will be the trend to watch in building and construction this year. The maga...

Update: Laidback Home on MTV Real World

Please go to our new link for Laidback Home. Set pics from MTV One of the chief pleasures of blogging over the past four years has been tracking and watching a lot of young designers develop from my...

Scavenger: Andreas Engesvik Alto Desk for $400
San Francisco

In West Portal, Forest Hill, a Walnut Alto Desk by Andreas Engesvik for $400 (retails for over 2k!). Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are op...

Hot or Not? The Moss Carpet

The Moss Carpet by Nguyen La Chanh ...

Blankets by Kushtush Organics

Kushtush Organics calls itself the "Eco Sleep Shop." Specializing in organic sheets, pillowcases, pillows, blankets, comforters, mattresses and toppers, the online shop also boasts free shipping for o...

High & Low Round Mirror
BDDW & Pottery Barn

The Captain's Mirror is one of the iconic designs available from BDDW (above, right). While it has many fans, its price keeps it unattainable for many. Enter Pottery Barn. Their new Channing Mirror ...

Good Questions: Blackout Lining for Silk Curtains?

ATDC reader Jaime needs help preserving the look of new silk curtains: "Hi ATDC! I purchased custom-made drapery consisting of sheers and solid dupioni silk panels. The lengths are too short so t...

Should It Stay or Should It Go: Your Not-So-Favorite Family Heirlooms

Fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House books may recognize this glass platter from the book The First Four Years. This past week, we've been cleaning out our closets, sorting out clothes and sh...

Good Questions: Lighting Help for Dim Dining Room?

Hi AT! My girlfriend and I have been struggling with the lighting in our dining room. The chandelier we have now directs light down onto the table, creating a kind of cave of light, leaving the rest o...

Question: Creating a Bedroom Space in Your Studio
Austin

A couple of months ago we raved about the positives of small space living in a post chronicling the pros of living in a studio apartment. While we all shared some of our favorite things about studio ...

Scavenger: CB2 Photography Floor Lamp for $40
Chicago

In Lakeview, a CB2 Photography Floor Lamp in perfect condition for $40 - they sell new for $100. Jump below for links to this and more good finds: Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open for...

Scavenger: Vintage Handmade Pakistani Rug for $2000
New York

This Vintage Handmade Wool Pakistani Rug for sale in our Classifieds measures a nice 9'10" x 6'6". Check out our slideshow for more great Craigslist finds! More items and pics below the jump...

Scavenger: Constantin Grcic Chair One for $140
Boston

Constantin Grcic's Chair One stacking chair caused quite a stir when it was introduced more than 5 years ago. A seller in Boston's South End has one for sale for $140. It's supposedly quite comfor...

Intérieurs

Intérieurs defies categorization. As the brainchild and testing ground of designer Francine Gardner, her Franklin Street shop offers a unique, globally inspired aesthetic vision that artfull...

From The Kitchn: Eat Slow Bowl from Greedy Pup

We don't usually talk much about our pets at The Kitchn. But since it is Eating Light month, we couldn't pass up this bowl designed to help our canine friends lighten up and eat a little slower. &bu...

Hot Posts: New White House China & More — 1.11.09
Washington, DC

Click to view these Washington DC Hot Posts in bold below • House Tour: Katie's Bohemian Abode • Hot or Not? Pandora Storage Boxes by Sander Mulder • Look! New China for the White Hous...

Hot Posts: 01.11.2009
Los Angeles

We greet the first full week of popular 2009 posts with the set design inspirations of Mad Men, a DIY project showing how to stamp design your own sheets, best bedroom habits for the new year, the yea...

Cottage Tour, Home Resolutions & Small Space Solutions
Chicago

Click to view these Chicago Hot Posts in bold below (plus many more!)......