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Gold Accents Make a Comeback in the Kitchen
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Sep 25, 2014
7 Alternative Ways to Lay Subway Tile
From Apartment Therapy → Shake it Up: 7 Creative New Ways to Lay Subway Tile Subway tile is gorgeous, but it doesn’t have to always be laid out in the traditional brick pattern. Here are 7 patterns to shake things up!
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Sep 19, 2014
The Inside Scoop on IKEA’s New Kitchen Cabinet System: SEKTION
Important Update: We’ve got all the finalized details on the new IKEA kitchen! Click here for our new post filled with photos, prices and tons of info on sizes, finishes and features. I’m sure you’ve heard the not-so-secret rumor that IKEA is transitioning to a new line of kitchen cabinets in 2015 and it’s all true – it’s definitely happening and the new system, called SEKTION, is on its way and will be in US stores soon.
Janel Laban
Sep 17, 2014
Pot Rails Add Sleek Storage
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Sep 17, 2014
A Late-Summer Bonfire Gathering
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Sep 10, 2014
Chambray Finds a Home in the Kitchen
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Sep 8, 2014
10 Storage Canisters to Use Around the House
From Apartment Therapy → 10 Perfect Canisters for Kitchens, Bathrooms & Laundry Rooms Go for a clean, uncluttered look and transfer household items into stylish canisters instead! Here are our 10 favorites.
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Sep 5, 2014
10 Smart Ways to Use Stock Kitchen Cabinets in Other Parts of the House
From Apartment Therapy → 10 Clever Ways to Use Stock Kitchen Cabinets (Throughout the House) Plain stock kitchen cabinets can be cleverly repurposed into other parts of the house. Here are 10 ideas to make them work!
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Sep 4, 2014
10 Small Ways to Be Healthier Today
From Apartment Therapy → Be Healthier!
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Sep 4, 2014
5 Habits to Help You Be More Organized
From Apartment Therapy → Want to Be More Organized?
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Aug 28, 2014
12 Gorgeous Marble and Wood Kitchens
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Aug 27, 2014
10 Ways to Decorate Like the World’s Most Stylish Restaurants
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Aug 26, 2014
The Important Kitchen Measurements You Need to Know
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Aug 22, 2014
Table Linens On Sale Now
From Apartment Therapy → Dress That Table! Tablecloths, Napkins & Candleholders On Sale Now New table linens can go a long way to freshen up a dining room and table. Take advantage of some of the ones on sale right now!
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Aug 20, 2014
6 DIY Ideas for Cramped Kitchen Counters
From Apartment Therapy → 6 DIY Ideas for Cramped Kitchen Counters Everyone needs more kitchen counter space, so here are some easy ideas that don’t involve any major renovations!
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Aug 13, 2014
Andie’s Bright, Functional Kitchen
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Aug 13, 2014
How Your Cell Phone Can Save You Hundreds of Headaches
From Apartment Therapy → How Your Cell Phone & 1 Simple Tip Will Save You 100s of Headaches Instead of writing things down, use your cell phone to easily capture ideas or things you need to reference in the near future!
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Aug 12, 2014
Tips for Managing Those Pesky Wires
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Aug 11, 2014
Strawberry Crafts & DIY Projects for the Summer
From Apartment Therapy → Strawberry Crafts & DIY Projects for the Summer If you have a party to plan for August, or just want an easy and leisurely activity this summer, take a look at these ten great strawberry ideas and projects.
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Aug 1, 2014
7 Small, Stylish Eating Spots
From Apartment Therapy → 7 Small, Stylish Eating Spots Still need inspiration on how to fit a spot for eating into your small space? We found seven solutions that not only work in small homes, but they’re actually quite simple, stylish ideas that anyone could use.
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Jul 31, 2014
5 Tips for Decorating with Fresh Herbs
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Jul 31, 2014
The Made In America Project
Name: Micha Thomas and Jaime Lawson of The Made In America Project Location: Laurel Canyon- Los Angeles, California Size: Converted sunroom into a home office 400 Square Feet Years lived in: barely a year, rented Merging their backgrounds in public relations and the fashion industry, Micha and Jaime have created The Made In America Project, which offers a badge of certification to 100% American-made products.
Bethany Nauert
Jul 30, 2014
Smart Ways to Make a Rental Kitchen Work
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Jul 30, 2014
Lessons for a Healthy Home from “French Women”
From Apartment Therapy → Lessons for a Healthy Home from “French Women” I’ve been reading French Women Don’t Get Fat and its sequel, A French Woman For All Seasons… A recent experience made me think that these same lessons could also apply to your home.
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Jul 25, 2014
10 Stunning Standout Kitchens
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Jul 25, 2014
What to Do About This Awkward Space Above the Fridge?
From Apartment Therapy → What to Do About the Awkward Space Above the Fridge?
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Jul 24, 2014
A Good Reminder: Rotate Your Kitchen Plates
From Apartment Therapy → A Good Reminder: Rotate Your Kitchen Plates While our “favorite” eight plates are used and abused, we have four pristine place settings collecting dust at the bottom of the stack. The easy solution to our household imbalance? Flip the stack.
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Jul 23, 2014
You’ll Never Guess What This Mirror Is Hiding
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Jul 18, 2014
Tips to Make the Most of a Single Wall Kitchen Layout
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Jul 17, 2014
Maxwell’s Swedish Midsummer’s Eve Party
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Jul 9, 2014
The Best Sources for Unfinished Wood Furniture
From Apartment Therapy → The Best Sources for Unfinished Wood Furniture “Unfinished wood furniture is great for a bunch of reasons. It’s often more affordable that pre-finished furniture.
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Jul 3, 2014
Practical Travel Souvenir Ideas for Design Lovers
From Apartment Therapy → Practical Travel Souvenir Ideas for Design Lovers “Like many of my fellow design lovers, I try to live with a mindful amount of stuff around me.
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Jul 2, 2014
How To Choose Paint Colors with Confidence
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Jun 27, 2014
Colorful Chairs in the Dining Room
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Jun 25, 2014
Dark Blue Dining Rooms
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Jun 23, 2014
Check Out This Pantry Hidden Behind a Sliding Barn Door!
From Apartment Therapy → Check Out This Pantry Hidden Behind a Sliding Barn Door!
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Jun 20, 2014
Tips To Get the Best Lighting For Your Outdoor Dining Area
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Jun 17, 2014
Smart Tips For People Who Move A Lot
From Apartment Therapy → Smart Tips For People Who Move A Lot “I’ve been thinking through ways to make frequent moves less stressful.
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Jun 12, 2014
What To Serve at These Four Types of Summer Gatherings
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Jun 10, 2014
Yes, You Can Remember To Bring Your Lunch To Work
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Jun 4, 2014
Why We Love Black & Marble Kitchens
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May 30, 2014
20 DIY Projects Under $10
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May 29, 2014
Ben Franklin’s 13 Tips for Happiness
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May 23, 2014
9 Cheap, Chic IKEA Classics
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May 19, 2014
Chris & Damian’s Updated 1898 Echo Park Home
Name: Christopher Rodriguez, Entertainment Attorney, and Damian Pelliccione, Host/Producer/Event Coordinator, New Media Vault & Boys in Tech Location: Echo Park; Los Angeles, California Size: 1,350 square feet Years lived in: 1 1/2 years Chris and Damian had been living in a loft and wanted to move into a house, so they purchased this small home as a fixer-upper.
Marcia Prentice
May 15, 2014
Inspired By: Succulent & Cactus Gardens
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May 9, 2014
Naomi & Anthony’s Collected Craftsman Home
Name: Gallerist Anthony Cran and fashion stylist Naomi Wilding, owners of Wilding Cran Gallery Location: West Adams; Los Angeles, California Size: 1,400 square feet Years lived in: 5 years It’s no surprise that Naomi Wilding and Anthony Cran have so much style, considering that Naomi’s grandmother is Elizabeth Taylor and Anthony’s father is a prolific painter. Anthony’s father, Chris Cran, has his work represented at the Wilding Cran Gallery.
Marcia Prentice
May 8, 2014
Eating Well When You’re On a Tight Budget
From Apartment Therapy → Eating Well When You’re On a Tight Budget “If you’re low on cash and want to eat well what are your options?
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May 8, 2014
John & Erin’s Mid-Century Modern Ranch Home
Name: John Conneely, general contractor/owner of California Modern, and Erin Sheehan Location: Eagle Rock; Los Angeles, California Size: 1,100 square feet Years lived in: 3 1/2 years John immediately fell in love with this Eagle Rock Mid-Century house, and during its remodel he found a letter in the wall saying that the house was built with lots of love. He felt that good energy when he first walked into the house. Erin knew John for over a year before she saw his home.
Marcia Prentice
May 8, 2014
5 Small, Easy Vegetable Garden Setups
From Apartment Therapy → 5 Small, Easy Vegetable Garden Setups “If you’re thinking about starting a small vegetable garden but feel like a total newbie, here are some simple ideas to get you moving towards growing some vegetables on a small and manageable scale!
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May 7, 2014
Jennifer’s New York Kitchen Renovation: What It Really Cost
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May 7, 2014
5 Natural DIY Wood Cleaning Recipes
From Apartment Therapy → Natural DIY Recipes for Cleaning, Restoring, and Polishing Wood “Those beloved-but-worn salad bowls? The slightly scratched teak table you scored at an antique fair?Make them shiny and new with one of these simple wood cleaning recipes.
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May 6, 2014
5 Budget Kitchen Upgrades for a Weekend
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May 6, 2014
How To Choose Perfect Paint Colors
From Apartment Therapy → How To Choose Perfect Paint Color Schemes “The color wheel is a basic tool for decorating, especially for beginners. It’s your guide to choosing color schemes that work. Here are the basics and most common strategies, along with tips on how to navigate the wheel to get the perfect paint job.
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May 5, 2014
DIY Concrete Countertops
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May 1, 2014
7 Small, Stylish Eating Spots
From Apartment Therapy → 7 Small, Stylish Eating Spots “Still need inspiration on how to fit a spot for eating into your small space?
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Apr 30, 2014
5 Ways You Can Get the Look of This Beautiful Stockholm Kitchen
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Apr 29, 2014
Tips For a Double-Duty Living and Dining Room in a Small Apartment
From Apartment Therapy → Tips For a Double-Duty Living and Dining Room in a Small Apartment “Trying to lounge and dine in the same small space? Here are some ideas to consider if you’re trying to figure out how to mix these two functions in one small space gracefully and stylishly.
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Apr 28, 2014
Spring Wall Paint Colors in Real Homes
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Apr 22, 2014
Make Any Fridge More Efficient in 5 Steps
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Apr 15, 2014
10 DIY Plant Markers For a Spring Garden
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Apr 9, 2014
5 Container Plants For Tea Lovers
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Apr 8, 2014
Kitchen Tip: Double Magnetic Knife Holder
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Apr 7, 2014
5 Reasons You Should Be Using Plastic Furniture Covers Right Now
Chances are good you’ve dismissed clear plastic furniture covers as tacky, uncomfortable, and best left in the past. But we’re here to tell you to take a second look. Here’s why: 1. Protection: Just as you use a cover to protect your mattress, you should do the same for other furniture as well. Furniture can be a large investment, so why not extend its life as long as possible? That large blue ink stain will otherwise bother you for years…. 2.
Dabney Frake
Apr 1, 2014
Eileen’s Elegant & Airy Townhouse
Name: Eileen McGrath Location: Georgetown; Washington, DC Size: 2,700 square feet Years lived in: 13 years; Owned It’s no surprise that Eileen McGrath’s place is so inviting. As a real estate agent for Washington Fine Properties, the top residential firm in DC, she’s a pro at making beautiful houses look like great homes. “I do this for my clients all the time,” she says, straightening a stack of magazines here, moving flowers there, plumping a pillow on the sofa.
Natalie Grasso
Mar 26, 2014
Beautiful Balcony, Rooftop & Patio Gardens
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Mar 21, 2014
Tips to Refresh Your Dining Room
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Feb 24, 2014
IKEA Responds: Expedit Versus Kallax
In response the the uproar about their discontinuation of EXPEDIT, IKEA released photos of the KALLAX yesterday. Like many of you mentioned in the comments, the KALLAX is a slight tweak on the beloved shelving system: a more scratch-resistant surface, slightly rounded corners, and thinner outer boards, but the same internal dimensions (see the full side-by-side image after the jump).
Tara Bellucci
Feb 21, 2014
7 Stellar Kitchen Wallpaper Looks
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Feb 21, 2014
How to Paint Over Vinyl Floor Tiles
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Feb 18, 2014
A Dining Room Project to Inspire
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Feb 6, 2014
Maxwell’s 12 Things Every Home Should Have
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Feb 3, 2014