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This month we're doing it again - inviting all of you to join us and the can-do folks at Etsy as we each tackle one household project and get it done now. We're als...
Name: Matt Sams
Location: HelMel (Heliotrope/Melrose) Los Angeles, CA
Size: 900 sq/ft
Years lived in: 1 year
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Matt's sunfilled apartment with its mix of hollywood regency formalit...
We saw these beautiful gold-leafed bottles by Tomas Kral in the most recent Readymade, and they inspired us to think about trying a similar project at home. After all, his lovely vessels started out l...
Even though the Polaroid has faded out into the annals of photography history with the advent of digital photography, a lot of us still hold onto the fond memories of shaking, waiting and laughing at ...
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We can remember sitting for hours looking through our older siblings record collections, poring over the totally exotic, strange and wonderful seemin...
If, like some people we know (ahem!), the head of your bed is minus some much needed adornment, here are a few DIY ideas as well as some inspirational shots to get you motivated this weekend. The shot...
This apartment was converted from a top floor attic into a light-filled loft. With a few strategically placed skylights and some careful room planning, the designers organized a small kitchen, bedro...
We love old ornate frames. We have collected a few of them over the years, but we haven't used them for anything yet. Seeing this great DIY project got us thinking that one of them could definitely be...
After a long and hectic week it's so comforting to be able to slip quietly into the weekend. With projects and commitments and responsibilities during the week (kids! rent! friends!) the weekend is h...
It was a stark week across the midwest. Don't get us wrong, there's lots of great stuff out there, but we really had to put our Craigslist talents to the test and we still came up short with only 25...
We've been enamored of Esque's glass work for some time now, but this set of white and clear glass vessels is especially beautiful. Without the saturated colors we usually see from the designer, we'...
I'm redesigning my bachelor pad with more modern furniture. I found the room above done by interior designer Heather Clawson, and I would love the two chairs, but I can't find them anywhere! Do you kn...
After our post on Dan Brill's kitchen extension, we stumbled onto another great resource for lovers of skylights and galley kitchens: the Architect Your Home site. Like Dan Brill, this site is based...
Every year we receive one of these personal social security statements. We're not sure when they started arriving in our mail box but we remember being quite perplexed and unsure (to hang onto or tos...
Hambly Fabric Rub-Ons have been mentioned several times in passing, although their latest releases have really caught our eye and we felt a proper introduction was needed. Hambly rub-ons aren't just...
A big hooray for Etsy's "Handpicked Items" feature, which always turns us on to new designers we'd never find otherwise. Our latest discovery is a brand new shop out of Bangkok....
IKEA Hacker posted this cute pet project from an Italian cat owner who wanted to give her more than pudgy whiskered friend a place to chill:
"My cat Titina is very fat, it is 9 kg and she used me like...
Erin sent us an email: I need help arranging this living room wall! We just recently put the shelves (Ikeas Lack shelves) and artwork up, but I can't decide if I like it and wanted a second opinion b...
A low-slung wood lounge chair, plain and simple. Handmade by Toronto's Bookhou, the Petit Chaise No.1 is a chair made for small homes......
We sure do covet the rustic + simple look of a riddling rack. We seem to have created our own riddling photo collection since we snap photos whenever we spot them at flea markets or shoppes. Often use...
So I jumped on the Roomba wagon about a year ago and up until now, I've actually been fairly impressed with the little guy. I mean, it really forced you to keep up with a clean apartment - meaning any...
click for more picsFebruary Jumpstart is just getting started and we've already received a number of impressive entries from you are our readers. But since it's Friday and we all deserve a laugh ...
Yesterday's Oklahoma City house tour reminds of the power and excitement that color can bring to your home. Whether you are cautious with your colorful additions or tend to throw caution to the wind, ...
I'm not sure what it is about hot tubs, but I love them - especially during the winter. They seemed rather prevalent back in California but now living in North Carolina, I can't find them anywhere. I ...
This family of five from the Netherlands, the van Hamerens, chose their 1917 Portland, Oregon, home for the circular layout and period details. It also sits on a hill with views of Mount St. Helens,...
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Hello Apartment Therapy! I am in need of some advice for a lighting fixture for my living room. The room opens up into the dining room and kitchen. Essentially i...
Marfa Brands got its start with handmade soaps. Then, about two years ago, creator Ginger Griffice started making glassware out of reused glass bottles from nearby Mexico. In Mexico, the bottles are...
There's nothing like seeing a living room updated to accommodate another life - in Nicole's case, her preparations for the baby. Not only does the right choice of furniture make the space look absolut...
We love Melinda's colorful loft bedroom (as does Bacon), and it has a good deal to do with the drama. Rich, deep color, luxurious textiles and lovely, low lighting. The key to a great space is knowi...
We would never think of sewage pipes as a possible structure for a hotel room, but these ones are clean, modern, and functional. Three drain pipes have been converted into a hotel that is located in a...
Our favorite Critical Shopper, Mike Albo, visits the Brooklyn Flea for his most recent column in The New York Times. While we are no strangers to The Flea — both in its seasonal home in Fort Gre...
DC Design Babes hosted an event last week where designers competed to make art out of everyday objects. The event was called "Change the Way You See Things" and inspired by the Dutch Design Week and...
Browsing the Natural Curtain Company's site the other day, we spotted a pretty comprehensive article about curtain care and cleaning. If you own cotton, wool, silk, or linen curtains, click below to...
Marcus sent us a good question: We own a Min Media Stand (purchased from DWR). It sits on our hardwood floors and hold all of our media equipment (dvd & cd player, receiver, etc.). When our niece and ...
We are so pleased that February is DIY month. We love the handmade look, which is why we're drawn to these paintings from Danish artist Gitte Brandt. Gitte lives most year by the lakes in central C...
In honor of AT's February DIY Month and the recent retrospective article in Boston Magazine about This Old House on PBS, I thought it would be fun to find out what this show has meant to you over th...
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A reader question from our most recent Open Threads comments:
I'm getting ready to do some chalkboard painting in a home office, but don't want to use...
There's a fine line between a calm, relaxing neutral room and one that's just boring. Crossing the line from monotone to warm modern often involves texture. Designer Louise Bradley's rooms offer som...
I have this vintage lamp that I love and have noticed that the image on it is starting to peel up in spots (second image below the jump). Any idea of what I can do to protect it? Shellac? I have no id...
Tomorrow from noon onwards, our favorite shops in San Francisco's Mission District will be participating in a “mid-winter stroll” to encourage support for local businesses at a time when—let’s...
A reader favorite on Apartment Therapy are the House Tours that editors put up daily. For us, one of the hardest parts about doing a House Tour is naming it. We want the name to represent the style...
A quick clip from the Oprah.com video series "One Minute to More Money with Jean Chatzky" gave 5 simple and smart tips to save money while doing your shopping online. Jump below to check them out and...
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We've recently discovered some more storage beds to add to our list. The new Hudson Storage Bed from Room & Board complements the existing Hudson casegoods s...
We first found out about Jamie Meares via this article, and had to check out her blog, Isuwannee (because anyone who buys up to three copies of Domino a month is someone we want to know). We were happ...
We not only learn from our own mistakes, but take comfort in and learn from each other's as well. Toying with new do-it-yourself territory inevitably results in some disasters -- or at least minor stu...
We have a butcher block island in our kitchen and have really come to like sitting around it in the evening. I'd bought one stool at first, and just recently bought a second one, which allows us al...
For those of you thinking of renovating your closet for DIY month, you might want to check out the Container Store before Sunday. This weekend marks the final days of the annual Elfa sale with 30 t...
A really great price for classic lighting: 2 Kartell Icon Pendants in Orange for $50 each. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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You don't have to live in a house steeped in architectural detail to have doors worth noticing. Here are a few ideas for turning even the most ho-hum hollow contractor's special into a work of art.....
Twin chair by Philippe Nigro for Via: Stacking two-in-one chair design, one made of wood, the second made of metal.
Silver Lake Residents Worry of String of Attacks: Our neighborhood is abuzz with wo...
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Yesterday, there was a discussion in the comments of Annie & Manuel's Rustic Den in Hamburg, Germany about how great architecture makes a great space. This idea ...
Awhile back, Gregory showed off his upper body strength with his cat food pull-ups and Janel confessed her love for her Wii Fit; so when we decided to reevaluate our 2009 budget, our 24 Hr Fitness gym...
I'm looking for a bed / headboard that will serve as a functional divider between the sleeping and living areas of my studio. I came across this example in an artist's rendering, but have been unable ...
You've probably gathered by now that it's DIY month around here at Apartment Therapy, and we're enjoying sharing all the great DIY tips to help make your homes the best they can be. There are certain...
Click on Thumbnails to View All ArrangementsJayson Home & Garden consistently offers beautiful floral design and, of course, Valentines Day is no exception. In addition to creative arrangements...
Check out these vintage 1960's Bar Stools for sale in our Classifieds!
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On the South Side, a recently purchased Big Dipper Arc Lamp from CB2 for $150. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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THIS WEEK
• Knoll Space Sale at Highbrow Furniture
• Nest Interiors Sale
• Paola Lenti Floor Sample Sale
• Alessi Sale
• ABC Carpet & Home Sale*
• Bobby Berk Home & GUS M...
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Walking into Pylones will probably give you a sugar shock. It's like toy shopping for your home, where everything your eye is drawn to is a whimsical colorful reminder that... hey,...
Eating Light month is safely over, so now we can get back to telling you about sugary desserts and chocolate decadence. All in moderation, of course. Like this Oreo Cake, for instance. A little slice ...
Name: Beth Jansen
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Size: 3500 sq. ft.
Years lived in: 1
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It's unusual when someone completes their house tour survey and lists the same response f...
If DIY month has you itching to learn a new hands-on skill, and you aren’t afraid to singe a little armhair, think about signing up for a workshop at Public Glass. (Kidding, by the way—they make y...
Welcome to the AT:LA's Open Thread! Looks like winter is back with vengeance, with felines and canines dropping from the LA sky with deluge force. Stay safe out there (especially on your drive back ho...
Stairs may not be the first thing most of us think about decorating, but simple details like a coat of paint, a little bit of pattern, or the perfect runner can make them the highlight of a home. Cl...
Since there's no Target in the city, we usually troll around the website to get our fix of affordable finds. But locating all the cool stuff they carry amidst thousands of products can get tedious. Lu...
It all starts out fine. You've got a couple spare plastic trash bags from the store you want to use as receptacle in your waste bin, so you put it in and wrap it around the edges, nice and neat. But b...
Name: Annie and Manuel
Occupation: Musicians & Graphic Designers
Location: Harvestehude, Hamburg, Germany
Type: Apartment
Size: 1300 sq.ft.
Years lived in: 9, renting
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These amazing pictures are of a Chanel Runway for the 2009 spring and summer collection. The gorgeous white paper flower arrangements of roses, daisies, leaves, and petals decorated the massive column...
We ran across this idea for creating a new floorplan and got a kick out of it. It's pretty old school, but tactile and immediate and it means less time in front of the computer. But also, we would h...
Sometimes the best projects are the simplest. This magazine wall treatment from CraftStylish Magazine is certainly at the top of this category. The designers were looking for a way to brand their b...
Ever since we spotted recycled glass tumblers made from Sol beer bottles at Farmhouse Wares, we've been scheming on how to make tumblers of our own (we get especially inspired by the beverage case a...
Maybe it's because we're AT Los Angeles, but we sure get a lot of TV show set design questions (keep them coming...we find them interesting):
I was hoping this could go in the Good Question section. ...
Handmade in Jakarta, these linen and cotton wares from Etsy shop Kain Kain are beautifully embroidered. "Kain" is the Indonesian word for fabric - everything in this shop is focused on textiles deco...
Michelle and Brian Are Tired of White
A typical seven day week goes by pretty quick for us. We're in a band, we blog for AT and we run our own business (which means networking, client time, bookkeep...
Having been involved with the handmade underground (and now limelight) movement for many years, it's exciting to see the hard work of first time film maker and crafter, Faythe Levine be showcased on ...
Esteban+Moreno Design's Bathroom Organizer
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If you plan to tackle a DIY project or home improvement this month, chances are you will need some tools. Over the last few years it seems every time we have a project, there is some new tool we nee...
THIS WEEK:
• Design Within Reach Annual Champagne Chair Contest Party
• A Cooler Planet Sale
• Alessi Sale
• Container Store
• Susan Friedman "Romancing Your Room" Seminar
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British Columbia-based architect Keith Dewey built his green, prefab home himself, a large DIY undertaking. And he documented it all to share...
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We sure do love the look of hardwood floors and have covered hardwood flooring throughout AT. Since this is do-it-yourself month at Apartment Therapy, we thought we'd do some research on this more adv...
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Introducing Elizabeth Gower, an artist from Australia currently in residence here in NYC. And lucky for us, she has brought along her ever-growing collection of...
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Name: David Feldman and Judy Iriye
Location: Marina del Rey, CA
What was it about the 1970's that drove people to wood shingle anything and everything? Yesterday's NY Time's ...
Local tile importer, Mosaicos Tile, specializes in "custom mosaics, glass tile, Talavera, natural stones and hand-painted tiles" -- not to mention its eco-friendly product line including glass, metal...
Sometimes nothing scratches our crafting itch more than a project that helps us organize future projects. Case in point is this fabric wall organizer designed by Lotta Jansdotter. Paired, of course,...
Forgive us, when we think of diy projects we tend to think about plants since they're often a cheap way to brighten up a space (also we love growing things), so we admit, we've had plants on the brain...
These limited edition plates (500 red/500 blue) are only available at Future Perfect. They are designed by Shepard Fairey (designer of Obey the Giant and Obama's "Hope" Campaign Posters) and are mad...
Often, the heat and coolth of our homes is controlled by the push of a button and the thermal source is invisible. LIsa Heschong's book - a one-evening read - is a potent reminder of the joy of expe...
If you liked the Bachelor Party Bloomingdale's window but can't find a reason to hang a bunch of empty frames on the wall, here's a way to take that idea and add a little function. The designer's sk...
This beautiful lighting installation is part of the Emil & Samuel restaurant/night club decor in Oslo. The 100m2 of wood veneer was designed by Catherine Kullberg, Norway - based designer. The light a...
Name: Ultimate Bachelor Pad 2008
Location: Hollywood Hills
Here's a post we did just a short while over at Unplggd showcasing a home that answers the question: what would the average bachelor wa...
Would you please ask the apartment therapy readers if they can help identify this angular side table. Thanks! Larry
(Note: Include a pic of your problem and your question gets posted first. Email ...
We're always shocked at how expensive bean bag chairs are in stores. They don't have structure or complicated construction and are made from relatively inexpensive materials. What gives? If you're eve...
We love the way Tanis and Terry transformed this alcove into a semi-built-in bookshelf. The space is just the right size for framed family photos and a few favorite books. Whether large or small, th...
Maybe it's because we live in a college town -- but, at certain times of year, there are used drawers and dressers on every corner. Here's a smart modular storage unit, constructed from salvaged drawe...
Amy is working on a project: I got a little footstool for free through freecycle (shown below the jump). I've already sanded and primed it but I have creative block. I'm not sure how to decorate it no...
[These pretty bright red chairs look great in this space!]
If you are looking to make statement and introduce color into your space in a bold way, consider bright red in your design palette. We often ...
Claire from Poopscape created a fantastic tutorial for papier mâché to make these faux bois containers. I don't We've never attempted papier mache, but the folk in the know at Craftzine...
The Washington Post interviews "Top Design" finalist Ondine Karady in her Logan Circle condo. A former set designer, she worked on "Sex and the City" and Spike Lee's "25th Hour," among others. Ondine...
We have people over a lot so we're always on the lookout for flexible, affordable seating/surfaces for our living room. (We were happy to see Susie's post yesterday on AT San Francisco about extra s...
There was an article entitled "PB Teen Bedroom Inspiration" on Feb. 29, 2008, written by Laure. One of the last picures of the article contained a pink comforter with colored circles on it and a white...
Hi! I wanted to ask a question of the Apartment Therapy community. My husband and I are looking to refresh our kitchen with a budget of $250. We can't do any demolition or replace any cabinets or a...
We’re big fans of everything artichoke-related (including, perhaps most importantly, the vegetable itself, alongside a nice little dish of melted butter). That’s why we were so tickled to come acr...
Jessica is looking for some suggestions for her dining area. She writes: I have this uneven wall in my dining room and I am not sure what to do with it. I bought a hutch but it made the space feel rea...
Noooooooooooooooooooo! — sums up the collective panic across the blogosphere when the news hit that Condé Nast was closing their almost-4-year old shelter magazine, Domino. In The New Yor...
Rather than succumbing to the usual chains that crop up in newly gentrified areas, Portland's Northeast Alberta Street has maintained an independent spirit and artistic bent......
Fly is the French version of a smaller, more local IKEA. This chain has over 100 warehouse-style stores across the country, each of them stocked with affordable modern furnishings. Their bathroom ga...
It's hard to classify Felix Populi, but we'll try. Conceived by Ben Sander and starring his alter ego, Brini Maxwell, Felix Populi is a homewares company that does big, bold, happy pillows and...
Not wanting to settle for something we found only remotely appealing, but not being able to justify the big bucks on a custom couch, we went sofa-less for months before finding falling in love with ...
A pair of vintage steel, wood and caning Cesca-style chairs in good condition are available for $150. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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It seems we have a bit of a thing for toilets here. Self cleaning ones, add on bidets and for the burrito and chili lovers out there, deodorizing toilet seats. The thing with all of these toilets seat...
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Name: Shackett
Location: Melrose, Massachusetts
My home is a 1920 colonial in the suburbs of Boston that my husband and I recently purchased. We had been living...
THIS WEEK
• The Green Life "Green Drinks" Cocktail Event
• Denizen Design Gallery LAX Series 30% Off Sale
• Mortise & Tenon Furniture 20% Off Upholstery Sale
• "Forever Modern" at ...
Some neighborhood friends and I have taken to borrowing. I don't mean clothes, sugar, or books (although that happens too)...but we actually borrow each other's homes. One friend has a basement exerci...
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The view from the roof of this modern stone house by Swiss architect Wespi de Meuron is exactly what I experienced on my visit to Switzerland last summer —...
ATDC reader Monica is looking for advice on a chair she loves:
"Has anyone had any experience with this chair from Home Decorators Collection? I really like the lines of it, but sometimes items ca...
Feeling a bit moody? We've compiled our list of moody bathrooms done in a daring black to set the tone. Black bathrooms are tricky to pull off: too much gloss and it can look like the set of an 80's ...
Retail is having a tough year, no question, with discounts (both real savings and just hype) being mentioned nearly everywhere we look. During an economic crisis or not, there is a year-in, year-out s...
Brand-new pair of Louis Poulsen Moser Pendants for sale in our Classifieds!
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Following on from some recent indoor plant life posts here & here, we found these enchanting vases from Sydney homewares company, ‘Have you met Miss Jones’. They immediately made us feel all whim...
In the South Loop, a Simone Daybed from Crate & Barrel for $500. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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Whatever your feelings are about Moss, it's still the place to go for cutting edge design. By turns creative and inaccessible, brilliant and pretentious, Moss is always welcoming of the latest desi...
Red is a strong color; a little goes a long way. We see red in kitchen tools and tableware all the time -- and now we're going to look at some kitchens that make great use of this powerful color.
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Using the lines, shapes, and materials of industrial objects as his inspiration, local designer Michael McEwen, based in Emeryville, produces some seriously stunning fixtures. We’d love to bask in t...
Click on the Thumbnails to View all 5 DesksWallpaper has just wrapped up a two year long project called Desk Job. In the back of the magazine each month was a photo of the imaginary desk of a wel...
If all the DIY talk around here lately has you itching to start a project of your own, we found the sale for you: Marimekko regular and upholstery fabric on major markdown......
We liked these step-by-step instructions by designer, Eider Corral for folding plastic bags for storage or as safely folded no-spill lunch bags: "I first saw my grandmum using this system to keep the ...
Hampshire-based Dan Brill architects designed this gorgeous galley kitchen, complete with a solarium-style window that floods the interior with sunlight. Designed to maximize the available space, th...
Name: Alberto and Jeff
Location: Fort Greene/BAM, Brooklyn
Size: 1360 sqft. 2-bdrm condo
Years lived in: 1.5 months
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Alberto and Jeff had a year and a half bet...
Because February is a DIY month here on AT, we have been looking on the internet for some inspiration. Decoupage on the concrete ceiling in our home wouldn't really work, but it could be a fun project...
You know the feeling. It's 7, you've finished dinner, there's nothing good on tv, you've exhausted the internet, and suddenly you have the urge to rearrange your studio/bedroom/living room. But there...
The team over at Style North are the masterminds behind some of the most inexpensive, yet luxurious makeovers we've seen in awhile. Although we usually pride ourselves on doing things on the cheap w...
Click on Thumbnails to See All Project PhotosProject: Flokati Doggie Bed
Time: One Hour
Cost: $47.
Longtime AT reader Art sent in a fun project during last year's DIY contest. His entry was cal...
We've seen plenty of throw pillows made out of sacking fabric, even upholstery. These little sachets make mini artwork out of the vintage printing, and sewn together with a loop and a button are ter...
Dear AT, I've purchased a set of new towels a few months ago and they've already gone from being fluffy soft to a bit scratchy and crackly to the touch. These are 100% Egyptian cotton...I thought they...
We recently read an article on ZenHabits.com about how to find "Islands of Ease" amid the chaos of life. Many of the tips felt a little too Zen for our lifestyle, but one spoke to us very plainly: "...
In our swag bag from the LA Organizing Awards on Friday were these Post-it Pockets from (you guessed it--Post-it). Since our organizing style is half hider and half seeker, the Post-it Pockets speak ...
After moving into our new space, one of the last hurdles my husband and I face is lighting. Our 16 bulbs on the ceiling just aren't cutting it, nor are they particularly glamorous. We've drawn up i...
beforeFlowers are always appreciated around our house, but for something a little more substantial (and lasting) to give this Valentine's Day, we like the idea behind Rose and Radish's "Before and Aft...
click for more picsHere's our selection of eBay finds with February Jumpstart's DIY spirit in mind, including vintage furniture hardware, furniture parts, Amy Butler fabrics, window film, weave b...
It's not a trick — Richard Hutten's Playing With Tradition carpet design is based off the way images failed to load with a dial-up modem. It's a witty mix of modern and traditional style. Miss...
One of our friends, Nancy, can take the simplest things and spin them into gold. Here's something she did to spice up the knobs of a plain wooden bureau she rescued from the curb. After repainting ...
You know Nicole from her blog, Making it Lovely, as well as from her AT House Tour. She's added some new pieces to her living room to prepare for the baby and it is looking fresh and wonderful as eve...
One common DIY project is refurbishing old furniture with a good paint job. This high-impact, low-cost project can be accomplished by anyone: we've shared some furniture painting tips before from Ma...
February is do-it-yourself month at Apartment Therapy and we wanted to include some small accents too. We spotted these modern number coasters over at Modern Cottage and thought they were an affordabl...
New at the Gift Fair this year, Bholu was a breath of fresh air visually and emotionally. This new company, was founded by Australian, Jodie Fried, and carries a lovely, light design sensibili...
A few years back AT posted about how to make furniture polish with just baby oil and lemon extract, but we're more apt to concoct this homemade recipe shared by the Australian edition of Better Homes ...
The classic Reader's Digest Complete Do-it-yourself Manual continues to prove a useful and helpful go-to source for the most mundane to the more complicated DIY tasks. From 1977 onward, we found many ...
Lining the inside of an chest of drawers is a great update to an old piece, providing a pleasant surprise when putting away or retrieving the contents of each drawer. But here's an idea if you don't...
We've been wanting to make our own large scale posters ever since we eyed this print (maxwell's email didn't help quell our thirst for them either). But we really love this one because it's simple, i...
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I bought this chair last week, after I saw it in a charity shop window. It is for a corner of my kitchen, in an alcove near a fireplace (the fire isn’t in use)...
Here's an art installation that combines the form of a bed with an subsonic audio immersion experience (think huge laying down on a huge subwoofer and putting it up to "11"). It's hard to tell from vi...
Every D.I.Y.-er needs a place to work and our house tours are a perfect place to turn for examples. You, our readers, are a creative bunch who often have workspace of some sort right at home. Whethe...
Developer Don Chiofaro is proposing a new set of towers along the recently finished Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, adjacent to the Aquarium. This project — which is being compared to skyscrap...
We love this before and after project. Over the years we had a few similar dressers that we originally found in thrift stores or on a street. Even though they were originally bought or acquired with t...
The year was 2000. The place, Alamo Square in San Francisco. I was whisked away to San Francisco for a new a career opportunity, living in my first place all to myself, a lovely Edwardian era studio a...
Another fun find from the Real Estate section of The New York Times: Marcel Heijnen and Dawn Mok renovated a historic "shop house" in Singapore — a shop house is typically a two- or three-story...
Here's a "bright" idea if we've ever seen one: Take your standard Venetian blinds, attach some thin solar panels on them, and let them store energy on batteries during the daytime and allow them to gr...
It's no secret that we love Soho-based fabric blog, the Purl Bee. Each of their how-to projects involves very detailed, beautifully photographed step-by-step instructions. Projects range from quick ...
This week, more inspiration for doing "everyday life with children" well. Nicole has set up a rocker and cradle in the living room to help welcome baby home into the room where the family gathers. We ...
Tessa sent in an email: My boyfriend and I have been living in a big South facing SOMA loft for about 6 months. The windows are about 16 feet high and the entire width of the loft and have no coverin...
We loved this DIY! It's simple, but smart. Often DIY projects consist of embellishing an object. In this case, AT reader Biba took a cheap vintage lamp from eBay that looks bound for a dorm room an...
The gorgeous desk shown at left is selling for $400 in the Apartment Therapy DC Furniture Classifieds. The vintage desk is made of teak and folds into a cabinet.
We've rounded up lots of great ite...
As visceral creatures, it's rare that we genuinely can't decide how we feel about a specific object. It's usually an immediate yay or nay. We've been playing with the idea of adding more ceiling ...
I have to say, the set design on "Gossip Girl" is always amazing. Last night, while catching up with my good friends, Blair Waldorf and Serena Van der Woodsen, I found myself strangely attracted to a ...
The new issue of Living Etc. (March 09) has a feature on decorating in two colors - they say that color in 2009 is "all about contrast" and that using "striking tonal combos" creates immediate impact....
A DIY question for you: I'm planning to move in the next few months, and I'm bringing my favorite desk (which has lived with me since high school) along. It's a lift-top (like an old-fashioned schoo...
We love to use repurposed tins for flower arrangements. Lately, oyster tins have been our favorites. They’re fun for fans of vintage typography, and the faded colors are a nice complement to bouquet...
Name: Jeremy
Location: Long Beach, California
Size: 850 sq. feet
Years lived in: 6 years, rented
Beers and Mexican food in hand, we trekked out to Long Beach to visit our pal's space for this AT Ho...
Nicole sent us a good question: My husband and I are inheriting this beautiful Duncan Phyfe-style mahogany dining table that we think was purchased in the 50s. There are no matching chairs, so we have...
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Swedish designer Jonas Wagell's new collection is currently debuting at the Stockholm Furniture Fair and he has unveiled two series of lighting. The Symbio table...
When we first featured HGTV's 2009 Dream House, we got a whole lot of, um, less than pleased comments on the look of the place. And we must admit, we got bored about half way through the photo tour an...
Last night, a series of clicks across the Internet led us to the digital archives of Western Interiors magazine, where we found a Mexican beach house by a Chicago designer. (Thanks, global network.)...
I got an email last week about a new online service that helps people lend things to one another. It's called Lendaround.com and was founded by Tim Jackson, who is a "venture capitalist, entrepreneu...
With a good dose of creativity and a heaping spoon full of color, Selina Lake's brilliant book — Bazaar Style: Decorating With Market and Vintage Finds — is a perfect antidote for this d...
An espresso wood desk with red accent drawers from Design Within Reach is available for $150. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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“The whole punk ethic was do-it-yourself, and I've always been very literal, especially as a kid. When they said that anybody can do this, I was like, 'OK, that'...
L.L. Bean asks, "Is it wrong to love a doormat?" Don't think so. If you're reading Apartment Therapy, chances are that you're the type of person that loves something in your home that others find neut...
I have acquired some old office chairs that are similar to Emeco aluminum Navy Chairs except they have a upholstered seat. I want to re-upholster them but was wondering should I stick with a vinyl s...
If you live in Richmond or the surrounding towns and counties, the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) wants to make home composting an even more attractive option for you. Resident...
Ever since we recapped Penelope for an On The Set feature, we've had that...that...style on the brain. The closest thing we can come up with is "Neo Victorian Gothic" (and we totally stole that lingo...
I would love help bringing this c1920's diner booth back to life. It's in my kitchen, which has white cabinets and "hint of gray" on the walls. We are going to do a large black and white tiled floor...
Last week we posted about the hope of affordable housing for all, and spoke about the large amount of people and organizations in Austin working toward that common goal. As promised, we've brought yo...
Got a sticky, squeaky or otherwise unruly door? No repairman is needed - we just ran across five quick and easy fixes that are DIY-able. Jump below for the simple steps:...
So, we're expanding beyond our borders today. This Gorgeous and Pristine Art Deco Bureau is a steal...in Philadelphia. But if you happen to be heading about 100 miles southwest of the Holland...
In Andersonville, a pair of Bertoia Barstools in white with orange cushions from DWR for $1000. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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For the last entry in my series on Maison&Objet I have a series of photographs I’ll randomly title Interiors, which are simply a few possible ways we could...
Item: Veneta Leather Sectional
Brand: Dania
Value: $1795.
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Dania is also offering a Free Memory Foam Pillow (value $69) to AT Readers who visit the new location - all details a...
If, like us, you thought that Bjorn Borg was godly way back in the 70's, you'd be as excited as we were to see this store opening on Crosby Street recently. We've discovered that it's not a retail ...
Imports from Marrakesh specializes in stunning patterned and brilliantly hued floor and accent tiles, vibrant leather pouf ottomans and deep-pile rugs, and metal and glass-work lanterns, as well as ...
We took a tour of Ortine Café, a new Prospect Heights, Brooklyn eatery with an eclectic menu and an equally eclectic kitchen. Read on for more of this tiny restaurant kitchen and some of the creative...
Name: Mariah Gardner
Location: San Francisco’s Mission District
Size: 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath apartment
Years lived in: 4 ½ years rented
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Mariah is a Jack of all trades. She's the...
With our annual Oscars party coming up, we’re facing an annual conundrum: Where will everybody sit? Usually, unless we're serving a sit-down dinner, we don't worry about having a seat for every sing...
Time: A few hours each on 3 consecutive days.
Cost: $175
Kate3 tackled the shoe clutter in her home's entryway by customizing an IKEA cabinet with some wallpaper and some unique quartz stone knobs, a...
Click on Thumbnails to View All Pics This "suburban tipi" was designed and installed by John Paananen at Cranbrook Academy in Michigan. The idea? To take the fused nomadic home designs of the yur...
How many apartments do you know that have a room solely devoted to a home office? We're drawing a blank, but in most cases a desk and chair will do just fine, and can fit in even the smallest of space...
Homes & Gardens (a UK-based publication not to be confused with Better Homes & Gardens) has a bunch of inspirational images online, organized room by room. They showcase several small spaces and dou...
We are known for collecting way too much junk. One of the things that we can't seem to let go off are catalogs with beautiful interiors. The clothes, shoes, or jewelry might be beautiful as well, but ...
Yesterday's post on indoor plantscapes inspired a few to start looking for some new pretty pots for an indoor garden. And although you can find great small ceramic pots at Target or cute eco friendly...
At an auction in the middle of the blazing heat a few summers ago, we dragged home one of the ugliest lamps we had ever seen. It was originally painted like cabbage, or something out of The Little S...
Project: Refinish Dining Table and Chairs
Time: Hands on time of 2.5 hours per chair and 5 hours for the table. Drying time I allowed overnight for stripped wood, overnight for 2 coats of stain, and...
The Anysize clock operates on a simple concept we are very familiar with: mount the clock hands to the way, and stick the adhesive numbers around them as close in or far out as you please. While the...
I just found out that I suffer from persistent dry-eye. The doc suggested I buy a humidifier for both home and office and I was worndering if the wonderful AT community could help recommend an afforda...
Using drawer liners or wallpaper on the inside of a cabinet is an inexpensive way to update an old piece of furniture. The lining adds a sense of luxury and creates some unexpected color every time ...
When we used to live in Burbank, we would pass a boutique store carrying magazine bowls just like this one pictured above. We always liked the idea of having our own bowl made from the recycled pages...
In our apartment building there are 15 units with roughly 40 people in them. On the main floor there are 2 washers and 1 dryer for everyone to share. Needless to say, laundry is always running arou...
Small space shelving solutions, January Jumpstart project mishaps, the controversial "label free" bathroom post, how to organize pots and pans, our own salvaged home stereo cabinet project, a church r...
These rooms combine modern streamlining with soft accessories in neutral colors and natural materials. See a few accessories from Vancouver shop 18 Karat that help achieve this look after the jump.....
We've been posting about the home design available at Target lately and also wanted to include the new Umbra Loft collection that caught our eye. Featuring accessories, accents, wall decor, kitchen it...
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Product: Leap Chair
Designer: Steelcase
Price: $850 - $1600*
Rating: Strong Recommend**
Though our recent Test Lab experience with Herman Miller's Embody Chair was a succes...
A true hodgepodge of Craigslist finds today, including a MidCentury era coffee table, an old style rotary phone with all new wiring and parts to go alongside some vinyl covered mahogany chairs, ...
Besides plants keeping us on the side of happy during cold months, we also look to the little extras that make staying inside more fun. From Sprout Home's new arrivals section, we think a combo pack o...
We usually clean up in a good game of Scrabble, so we appreciated these DIY projects using the game's board, tiles and racks. The diversity of available materials, vintage nostalgia and perennial ...
With organization still on my mind, I wanted to round up some cork bulletin boards that were modern looking and very DIY friendly. Cork is a great material because it absorbs sound and adds warmth to...
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Hi Guys — I am doing up a 320 sq ft studio flat in London. I bought it last year and got rid of everything except the bathroom and am now decorating it as ...
The random scattering of those Nelson lamps made us look more closely at this space. The minimal whiteness is soothing and it's softened by the full-height curtains along the wall on the right. Attr...
Adding a little substance to the debate from Kyle's somewhat controversial post back in September, Inhabitat has taken a balanced, in-depth look at Ikea's sustainable practices and future goals to f...
Many of us bring souvenirs from our travels, but sometimes we can't figure out what to do with them when we get home. If baskets is your thing, this is a great idea of how to use baskets as wall art. ...
Our friends over at Charles & Hudson put together a good start resource for Angeleno DIY'ers with their first DIY City Guide, especially useful for those of you looking to enter a project for our Febr...
Minimalism is making a comeback! Matthew Leaney renovated his top floor apartment in the Hamilton Heights Historic District of Harlem and he shares his 1,200 square feet of indoor space (and 600 squar...
For DIY month, we thought we'd round up a few homemade cleaning solutions from the pantry. Looking in your kitchen cupboard, you can find a wealth of supplies that are cheaper and greener than most ...
Now here is an office that we wouldn't mind spending our day in. Lots of concrete, lots of wood, lots of light....and lots of elegantly integrated tech. Head over to unplggd to read more about it and ...
Before and AfterYou may remember that Ayse sent in a question about removing contact paper from the walls of her closet. The community came through with a wonderful simple suggestion that worked perfe...
We have a soft spot for folk art, which may be why we responded so well to the work of Mary Engel. Mary will be included in an upcoming book by Garth Johnson of ExtremeCraft.com, which will feature...
Illuminations, Inc. offers a huge selection of high-end lighting fixtures. The store has two DC locations: one in Penn Quarter and the other in Cady's Alley, Georgetown. Illuminations carries light...
Winter, the season of hibernation, is a great time to clean out your closet. (Wes & Kayla think so too - see their post yesterday about how to organize a closet clean-out.) All year long we stockpi...
As someone who LOVES the smell and taste of curry, we found this recent reader question an amusing one:
I recently bought a couch from a lovely Indian couple off of Craigslist. The couch is perfect ...
Mary is looking for some ideas. She writes: Is there a better and more hackable alternative to the iconic arc lamp than this (shown above, Ikea Regolit)? I'm hoping for one which will allow me to cha...
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Hi AT, I purchased a small old table on craigslist for $11 in hopes of using it as an entryway console table. The rest of my apartment is fairly contemporary/mo...
We always love the incongruous beauty of industrial elements in the garden. So last week, when we stopped by Flora Grubb Gardens, we were completely wowed by these little potted landscapes installed i...
We've seen mismatched chairs pulled up to a dining room table but we've never seen two mismatched tables put together to serve as a dining room table. Even though these two tables are quite different...
These are by designer Caroline Lowgren, but we think they could be taken on as a fairly simple DIY. Reminiscent of seventies string/op art, they are a different take on the same old cork board and a p...
Here's a follow up to Good Questions: Dealing With a Closed-Up Doorway?
Hi again. In case readers were interested in what I decided to do with my closed up doorway, I've attached some pictures (ano...
What design trends does San Francisco-based designer Will Wick say are "in" or "out" right now, and what are those things in the picture above? Find out after the jump......
We first learned of Jen Causey when the Kitchn wrote about her daily morning photoblog, Simply Breakfast. Since then, we've loved her photographs, which capture quiet parts of the day, after she's p...
Most everything at the Fair was new, except for these vintage maps from Style de Vie. I really responded to these old prints. They made me feel comfortable and safe. Style de Vie sells all sor...
I’ve never thought of myself as the upholstered headboard type, but I am a DIYer to a fault, so my first thought upon spotting a lonely mantelpiece at a local antique shop was, “great headboard....
In San Rafael, 4 original three legged Ant Chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen in white are selling for $1500. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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Art*O*Mat: We've posted these before, but they're worth repeating since you can find quite one down the street from us, but also all around the country! Support local art!
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If you struggle with basic money management -- or even if you just want more of a visual/comprehensive analysis -- Mint.com is a wonder of a resource. I recently signed up for a free account, for clar...
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I'm back to color again with this latest dispatch from the home furnishings show in Paris. Today I'll let color speak for itself, and talk a little bit about tex...
ATDC reader Gso2008 is trying to choose between two IKEA workstations: "Hello AT-DC! I am in the process of reorganizing and downsizing my workspace... so I can be a more productive student :) I li...
How often do you consult the internet to find DIY tutorials and solutions? It's been happening pretty frequently for us: relighting the water heater pilot light, replacing the shower head, changing t...
Washington Square Tavern in Brookline has a slight obsession with antique bicycles — which we think is a handsome idea for bar decor — and this is their pièce de résistance. As bike ow...
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The weather in Melbourne over the past 10 days has been unbearably hot. With 3 days in a row being over 43ºC [or 109ºF] and the remaining days only slightly cooler, we’ve been sadly watching the r...
"Hello - I'm Barbara, your Green Granny. I'm here to share a tip or two about how you can save cash and live better." Barbara Warmsley is Oxfam's Green Granny and in their words she has "recession-bu...
This Modern Bent Plywood Coffee Table is a showroom sample and has a few tiny scratches on the top, but it is still striking and retails new for $1800. Check it out in our Classifieds!
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In Wicker Park, a walnut brown CB2 Odyssey dining table for $125 (that's half off of the retail price). Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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Probably IKEA's most popular furniture series, EXPEDIT has welcomed a new addition to its family of simple grid-based shelving and storage — the 2x2 EXPEDIT. The smallest in the series, this n...
Beginning as a shop that sold really high quality English garden tools, Smith & Hawken has grown to capitalize on the romance of the garden, and now has an extensive collection of furniture, too...
It's Soup Month at The Kitchn! We're cooking up soup all month (right next to our DIY projects). Come on over for a nice hot bowl of something nourishing, like today's Soup of the Day.
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We love the idea of making a DIY chalkboard out of a vintage frame. But Jessica turns that idea inside out in her office, hanging empty frames to organize the chalkboard wall behind her desk......
Here's a little something for the gents who want to accessorize their bathroom with some organizational items (or for significant others who need a Valentines gift) that trend toward a more masculine ...
(During DIY Month, our How-To expert Shelly will be posting a new project each week. Enjoy!)
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Project: Fold, Stitch & Stuff Floor Cushions
Time: 1.5 hours
Cost: $22...
It's DIY month here on AT, which got us thinking on past projects completed, and also some of the mistakes made along the way. The latest being our duo-tone dining room paint job......
Time: 3 days including drying time approx. 12 hours
Cost: $60
Not all of us can afford a standalone bar in regards to space or cost, but most of us can afford to take a thrift store or flea market bo...
Home improvement projects don't always require super crafty skills. Sometimes they just involve simple solutions that get the job done. For instance, Jacob and Laurie turned a CD rack on its side an...
We love the idea of a house on wheels. You could move it where you want it to be at any given time, but still feel like you live in a house and not in an RV. What is even more interesting is that the ...
Indoor gardens are an amazing way to bring texture and life inside, nevermind the health benefits of some greenery in a closed up space. And as Spring inches closer, it's a great time to tend to the ...
Often times we purchase products for their bells and whistles. When my husband and I purchased these Domesticity Sheds it was for the opposite reason. They don't make us coffee in the morning or ev...
Ali writes into AT Los Angeles with: I have a friend who is looking to furnish his dining area with Emeco aluminum Navy Chairs (model 1066). He's found a picture of the chairs around a table and is in...
Looking for a new task lamp can be a very boring proposition. It's easy to assume that there's nothing new under the sun and just go with the first decent-looking apparatus at the nearest home store...
In our continual search for quality, affordable sofas, we're always on the lookout for good sales. Room & Board has some very good sofas on clearance right now, and we've rounded up twelve of them: ...
One summer during college we rescued a large dresser from a friend and refinished it. It was our first experience stripping, sanding and varnishing a piece of furniture (and it took the entire summer...
Product: Dremel Stylus 7.2V, Dremel Tool
Price: $69.99
Find it at: Target (surprisingly)
Rating: Strongly Recommend
Around our home there are certain tools that get used more often than not. ...
Ooh, did anyone else drool over the North Berkeley Mid-Century Modern house featured on design*sponge today? If you didn't catch it, check the link (and more pictures) after the jump......
If there's something we love to do every chance we get, it is to take a roadtrip. Anywhere. The allure of the road, with new sights and experiences, is as good as any faraway getaway for those of...
This lovely card catalog is hiding something very unusual. Can you guess what it is? We'll give you two hints: It's liquid and would never be allowed in a library. Follow the jump to see the answer....
Seen on the web today: Perfect pair valentines, block printing in Selvedge, the return of Maira Kalman and a new blog about Domino...jump below for all the links:...
Valerie Wells is a designer, quilter, painter, photographer. Her seemingly endless creative energy is an inspiration to us as we start off DIY Month here at AT. A quick look at her blog revealed thr...
the. is a new project design company with a sense of humor. In this design, each frame holds a vase, a book shelf, or a coat rack. Not only is it functional, but it emphasizes the form of the ordina...
click for more picsAngeleno Jason Martin, former co-owner of Silho Furniture, just shot us over an email about his new website showcasing examples of both his furniture line and interior design w...
Our new-to-Chicago pals, Jay and Philippa, have narrowed down their apartment search to two places: One is a newly rehabbed place in Ukrainian Village that they feel is perfect for them, and in an are...
We have to admit we've thoroughly enjoyed the renaissance of felted wool in home decor. The texture is warm and fun, and plays more modern that a knit textile. However, we can get a little bored whe...
We've been big fans of DWR for a long time (it's where we first met the ATLA team for the smallest coolest party back in 2006) but can't say that we own very much of what we love. Their Tools For Liv...
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Hi ApartmentTherapy: I'm redecorating on a *very small* budget and decided to work on the dining area of my apartment using only paint. I'm trying to go for a nature-inspired...
We love spotting modern architecture in mainstream media, like the home in this Toyota Venza commercial that aired last night during the Super Bowl. Sure, the game was exciting and all, but we can't...
Shelter magazines make organization look so effortless but whenever we face the daunting task in our own home we start to panic. And then we procrastinate. And then we get frustrated because the who...
There is something very classic about a Chesterfield sofa. When we think of these, we usually imagine all leather, tufted back, and large rounded arms. It was named in 1900 after Earl of Chesterfield,...
For this week's Trending post, we asked a few different LA based interior designers which trends they are using in their interiors today. Below are some highlights regarding furniture styles, paint co...
New and cool from the Gift Fair last week. Pablo Pardo seems to be branching out by tapping new designers and marketing them under his own name. The results are promising. They had this amaz...
This house on Iowa's Lake Okoboji, designed by San Francisco and Nebraska-based Min|Day Architects, won two AIA Nebraska Awards: one for its overall design, and one for this amazing cabinet that dou...
Angelina is looking for ideas: Hi AT, I bought this chair for $2.99 wanting to make a project out of it. The cushion can easily be reupholstered, but I don't have any color/pattern/texture in mind. I'...
We always enjoy the peeks into New Yorkers' home that The New York Times provides — the Habitats column of the Real Estate is a weekly dose of a REAL home. This week, illustrator Robbin Gourley ...
First Lady Michelle Obama is picking furniture from Pottery Barn and Anthropologie for the White House! Designer Michael Smith will mix the new pieces with those brought from the Obama family home i...
We've had our eye on this steel pegboard for quite some time. Manufactured in the U.S. and available in an eye-popping assortment of colors, Wall Control offers a sturdy alternative to traditional...
Hello AT! If you look behind the desk in this Pottery Barn photo in their Feb 2009 catalog (pg 132), you'll see what I believe is anaglypta wallpaper that looks like letterpress. Does anyone know whe...
Design Inc. Lori sent in a good question. She writes: I have hundreds of channels on the TV and am wondering if I'm missing some great design coverage. What shows do you regularly watch/record?
(Note...
I have an old footlocker left over from my college days that I would like to update and put to better use. It's the standard blue with black trim and brass hardware (see picture) and certainly isn't m...
Last week a gigantic new CB2 opened on Fourth Street in Berkeley, at the tail end of a stretch of shopping that includes some other great design stores (DWR, Crate and Barrel Outlet, and Builders Book...
We were at a friend's house this weekend having dinner and as we were all getting ready to go out, Hannah opened her coat closet. As she was grabbing her coat, we noticed her alternative use of an ov...
Item: Veneta Leather Sectional
Brand: Dania
Value: $1795.
>>Enter Giveaway Here
Dania is also offering a Free Memory Foam Pillow (value $69) to AT Readers who visit the new location - all details a...
We've sung the praises of artist Ann Wood before. She is now creating custom paintings of roaring fires, which are sized to fit in any ornamental fireplace, and offered through Partners and Spade. ...
Anyone else feel nostalgic for the classrooms of our youth? Pulldown maps, chalkboards, globes - we love it all. Not to mention these retro-style clocks, which would fit in perfectly in a school or at...
There are times when placing one or two pieces of furniture on an angle can give a room the little bit of kick it needs. Angled furniture redirects the flow of a room, allows you to move pieces away...
I was at the Gift Fair this week when I came around a corner on the lower floor and ran into some beautiful bedding that I'd never seen before. Turns out it was a new line by Kelly Wearstler w...
This week some of DC's most talented interior designers will be chosen to participate in the 2009 DC Design House benefiting the Children's National Medical Center. The location, Georgetown's St. Jo...
A new Saarinen 47" Tulip Dining Table with white laminate top is selling for $1200. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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The latest Pottery Barn catalog promotes "the new American Classics"...with the idea that you'll buy a piece now, based on what's already considered classic, and keep it for decades. For example, the ...
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Name: Bai
Location: Ile de la Cite — Paris, France
When I decided last year to move from Manhattan to Paris (with all my possessions in tow), I figured I would find a...
I kicked off DIY month by completing a couple of different projects over in Mom's apartment. The first project was in the bathroom which we redesigned last year to return to its art deco roots. On...
When a friend was about to move into her new studio apartment last weekend, the first thing she did was get rid of her (very) old television set. This move was prompted by not only the "going digital"...
I live in a brand new furnished apartment in Cambridge, MA and my bedroom is cramped and full of bulky modular furniture that MUST stay in the room. I need help making this place feel like my home b...
While we were taking photographs for a house tour yesterday, we really fell in love with all the DIY untraditional art ideas the homeowner had come up with to create simple and affordable wall decora...
A very perfectly timed article for DIY Month from Cindy at the Chicago Tribune; she has made a list of ten simple home improvement projects that you can work on while cooped up inside this month. Jump...
Hmmm... upon first glance you might think that this is the couch on the Domino cover, but if you read more closely, you'll see that it's actually just the upholstery. The couch needs a new foa...
In Lincoln Square, a Lubi Daybed from CB2 in orange. The daybed is seating, a twin size bed and folds out to a queen size sleeper. Jump below for all links:
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I was struck by an abundance of shelving on view at Maison&Objet that for once didn't feel obtrusive or obnoxious — I was never the biggest fan of those impractical...
This carbon steel Mercer coffee table from Crate & Barrel is welded heavy-duty but looks light on its feet! A seller in Brookline is letting it go for $225, less than half what it originally cost. ...
We can't remember where we found Amy Butler, but scrolling through her website is like opening up the windows on a sunny day. Bright, colorful, poppy fabric designs will make you smile as they work ...
The Super Bowl is over, but we're more interested in what you ate during the party than who won and who lost. Here's one of our appetizer recommendations good for future game days, or for sports-free ...
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When looking for an apartment, you may be pleasantly surprised and happy to find design details already built right in to the space. Check out our new detail after the jump....
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Perhaps some of you are up like we are right now at 3:40 am watching Federer and Nadal battle it out in the Australian heat. Or a greater likelyhood is a few of you will be attending or hosting a Supe...
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