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Design Time Capsule: The ’90s in Music Videos
Ah, the ’90s. If you find yourself longing for inflatable furniture, Jnco jeans and the Delia*s catalog (which is back!), might we suggest a little journey down memory lane with these 10 music videos from the 1990’s–one for every year. From grunge to hip-hop to boy band pop hit machines, here are the music videos that totally capture the style of the ’90s. We can shut the list down right now.
Taryn Williford
Aug 10, 2015
Your Best Decor Bets for Battling Beige Walls
Living in a home with beige walls that have to stay beige, for whatever reason? Beige walls do not have to mean boring. In fact, beige can look downright delightful when complemented by the right furnishings. If you’re struggling with a beige wall you don’t love, here are some decor ideas you can try to help make your space go from beige to bold. But before you start: know your beige. Really study your beige in many lights to determine what its undertone is.
Adrienne Breaux
Aug 10, 2015
Don’t Feel Like Cooking Tonight? Here’s Why
(Image credit: Adrienne Breaux) From The Kitchn → Why You Don’t Feel Like Cooking Tonight, and How to Fix It
Apartment Therapy
Aug 10, 2015
Hip, Patterned, Industrial Style in a Montreal Loft
Name: Eloïse and Jose Location: Verdun; Montreal, Canada Size: 1,400 square feet Years lived in: 1 year; Rented It’s always impressive to enter a big, open, high-ceilinged living space, filled with huge windows, abundant natural light, and a massive brick wall. Despite these delightful architectural features, it could be quite challenging to make this type of room feel cozy, balanced, and comfortable, but Jose and Eloïse achieved it by simply using a few helpful tricks.
Marie-Lyne Quirion
Aug 9, 2015
10 DIY Ideas to Decorate, Accessorize & Identify Keys
There are plenty of reasons to decorate your house key. Like if you need to tell it apart from other keys. Or maybe it’s just because you just love a little something extra. Either way, I wouldn’t say these DIY projects are for everyone, but if you’re so inclined, here are 10 easy ways you can jazz up a boring house key. Grab some nail polish and lets get started.
Taryn Williford
Aug 7, 2015
Before & After: Old Radio Sings a New Tune
Though this old radio is showing its age, it was a bargain at $25, especially given its quality (and that it still worked!). Now, to make it beautiful again… From Anna: The speakers were covered in an old and stained fabric which was really an eye sore. We tore those out and decided to replace them with custom laser cut wood panels, which I designed and cut using the awesome laser cutter at my office.
Tara Bellucci
Aug 7, 2015
25 Pantry Staples You Should Buy Generic
(Image credit: Michaela Cisney) From The Kitchn → You Should Buy the Cheap Generic Versions of These 25 Foods
Apartment Therapy
Aug 7, 2015
Natalie and Nick’s Colorful, Playful Melbourne Hideaway
Name: Natalie Jeffcott, Nick Fitzgerald, and Arthur Location: Inner north; Melbourne, Australia Size: 500 square metres (5,382 square feet) Years lived in: 1 year; Owned Natalie, Nick, and their 10-year-old son Arthur are seasoned renovators, re-cyclers, and collectors.
Natalie Jeffcott
Aug 6, 2015
Before & After: Closet Steps Up To Hideaway Playroom
Have you ever seen a closet with steps? This weird feature made it less useful as a storage space, but Aimee’s toddlers were enthralled. So she decided to turn it into playroom, for just a little over $100: From Aimee: Plastic rain gutters on the back wall serve as book shelves. Homemade cushions soften the giant steps. Cheap Ikea frames with free printables were an affordable wall art solution.
Tara Bellucci
Aug 6, 2015
How To Be Roommates With a Best Friend & Survive (With Friendship Intact)
Though it’s universally considered a bad idea from many who have tried it before, moving in with a best friend can sometimes seem like just the thing you need in your life. All the fun you have with your best friend could be 24/7, you think! You’ll be different, you tell yourself. If you’re bound and determined to dive into a living situation with a best friend, consider these tips before you sign the lease. Of course, living with a best friend CAN be a ton of fun.
Adrienne Breaux
Aug 5, 2015
My Most Embarrassing School Lunch
(Image credit: Africa Studio) shutterstock When we had field trips, bringing your own lunch was required. My mom had to figure out what to pack for me, thus resulting in one of my earliest memories: finding the absolute worst thing ever in my lunch bag. From The Kitchn → The Most Embarrassing Thing I Ever
Apartment Therapy
Aug 5, 2015
Rental Red Flags: Watch Out For These 5 Bad Landlord Warning Signs
Even a great rental will be hell if you’re stuck with a bad landlord. Don’t be blindsided by a dud. Heed these warning signs before you commit to a lease and it’s too late. Even if the apartment you tour looks immaculate, be wary if the rest of the building seems surprisingly run down in comparison. What about the landscaping outside, the lounge or the laundry room?
Jennifer Hunter
Aug 5, 2015
What’s the Difference Between Heirloom & Commercial Tomatoes?
(Image credit: keren-seg) shutterstock From The Kitchn → What Does Heirloom Actually Mean?
Apartment Therapy
Aug 5, 2015
Give Up the Guest Room: 5 Other Ideas to Squeeze the Most Use Out of An Extra Bedroom
If you’re lucky enough to have an extra bedroom in your home, you might be getting some familial pressure to have a guest room always at the ready for out-of-towners. An extra bed is never a bad idea, but letting an empty room go to waste the other 51 weeks of the year seems like a shame. Maximize your space by turning that room into one of these things that you can appreciate all the time. Your guests will understand!
Jennifer Hunter
Aug 4, 2015
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Excuse Me While I Take a Nap on This Comfy Couch
Picture it: you’re in your living room with your besties, piled on the sofa for a Friday night movie. You’ve got your sweets, you’ve got your treats, now all you need to do is settle in and watch the original “Ghostbusters” for the twenty millionth time. How exactly are you going to get comfy?
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Aug 4, 2015
How To Make Homemade Lemonade
(Image credit: Dana Velden) From The Kitchn → How To Make Lemonade from Scratch
Apartment Therapy
Aug 4, 2015
A Small, Sophisticated 468 Square Foot Urban Arizona Studio
Name: Matthew Herbert Location: Downtown Phoenix, AZ Size: 468 square feet Years lived in: 6 Months; Rented When Matt first toured White Stone Studios, he was immediately drawn to the aesthetic; he knew it would highlight his personal style and design choices. His previous apartment was about twice the size of the studio, and downsizing his possessions, he says, has been a refreshing experience.
Lindsey Kay Averill
Aug 3, 2015
Important Questions to Ask Your Wedding Caterer
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) From The Kitchn → 15 Questions to Ask Your Wedding Caterer
Apartment Therapy
Aug 3, 2015
Vin’s Very Hands-On Chicago Home
Name: Vin Location: Chicago, Illinois I have always thought of my home as my safe space, and so no matter what the physical space I hope to create something comfortable and something to love. When I bought this condo three years ago, it was nothing like it is now—it was mostly a boring box and the lower level felt outright dingy. With a lot of patience, thought and care it is now a place that is both mine to take care of and takes care of me.
Adrienne Breaux
Aug 2, 2015
5 Small Space Strategies Everyone Should Use (Even If You Have Plenty of Space)
Lots of small space strategies are about so much more than just making it work in an itty bitty box; they’re smart ideas that everyone can use in any space. Try these on for size. Roll your eyes all you want, but remember, clutter can take over and make you crazy. Although we often hear this advice in reference to small spaces where every inch counts, no one in a home of any size should be hanging on to too many things they don’t need.
Jennifer Hunter
Aug 2, 2015
Before & After: Poolhouse Makes a Splash
If my freshman year dorm is any indication, at 18, I probably would’ve decorated this poolhouse in Beatles posters. But Kevin, an Atlanta student, went for a more sophisticated look. From Kevin: For more about this project, check out Thou Swell. Thank you Kevin!
Tara Bellucci
Aug 2, 2015
An Eclectic, Happy Apartment in Paris
Siire and Jean Francois have lived and travelled all over the world, and they recently settled down to raise their young sonin a Haussman-style building in Paris.
Katy Cartland
Aug 2, 2015
Stephanie’s San Francisco Home That Hugs
Name: Stephanie Location: San Francisco, California Size: 850 square feet I once heard someone say your home should feel like a hug at the end of a long day. That simple statement has been the inspiration for my decorating style. It is not easy making a temporary place feel rooted, but I have found it to be the personal details that have turned this apartment into home. I have infused my personality into every nook and cranny.
Adrienne Breaux
Aug 1, 2015
Before & After: Curio Adds Color to a Dining Room
This half-moon curio cabinet was missing veneer and generally showing wear and tear. Lisa saw something in it, and decided it would be perfect to add some color to her dining room. From Lisa: The parts where the veneer was missing were very rough and needed sanding down. The detail across the top was removed because of significant damage — and I liked the clean line better.
Tara Bellucci
Aug 1, 2015
10 Things to Get Done Before Labor Day
This is a public service announcement: The Halloween stuff is already out at craft stores. And I’m not sure how fall came to have a mascot, but I know that autumn is on its way when I hear people start talking about how much they miss pumpkin spice. While there are still several weeks left to enjoy the summer, it might be a good time to start thinking about the tasks you need to get done before cool weather really sets in.
Taryn Williford
Jul 31, 2015
Moving Day Just Got 100x Easier With These Simple Tips & Hacks
Dread your upcoming move all you want, but it’s going to happen. Make moving day less painful with this series of clever and easy tips and hacks that are simple, but will make the whole process faster and easier. And then maybe, just maybe, you won’t go insane after packing your 99th box, and will enjoy the first night in your new home.
Dabney Frake
Jul 31, 2015
Before & After: An Awkward Kitchen Gets a New Lease on Life
About to welcome their second child, Bernice and Davison were happy to find an apartment with three bedrooms, so that each kid could have their own space (not always a given in New York City). But they were less excited about the kitchen, a dated space whose awkward layout just really wasn’t working. As you can see from the photos above, the refrigerator was immediately to the left upon entering the kitchen: past that was the sink, tucked awkwardly into a corner.
Nancy Mitchell
Jul 31, 2015
Peach Plum Sangria is Summer in a Glass
(Image credit: Kimberley Hasselbrink) From The Kitchn → Cocktail Recipe: Peach Plum Sangria
Apartment Therapy
Jul 31, 2015
Don’t Skip the Swatch
You’ve probably heard it a million times: for the best results, test your paint colors in your room to see how they work with the light sources before committing to a full room (or even a full wall) paint job.
Janel Laban
Jul 30, 2015
Victoria & Cass’ Cozy Work-In-Progress Home
Name: Victoria Mason and Cass Godden (and dog Peggy) Location: Northcote, Victoria, Australia Size: 120 square metres, 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms Years lived in: 6 years; Owned Victoria Mason is a talented jeweler and artist, her partner Cass Godden is a pastry chef, and together they are also talented DIY-ers. Over the years, they have slowly restored, renovated, ripped out, and added to their inner Melbourne home — often with the help of Cass’ dad.
Natalie Jeffcott
Jul 29, 2015
How To Make Homemade Marshmallow Fluff
(Image credit: Tessa Huff) From The Kitchn → Recipe: Homemade Marshmallow Fluff
Apartment Therapy
Jul 29, 2015
Before & After: Plastic Cactus to One-of-a-Kind Side Table
This plastic thrift store cactus was covered in sawdust and broken Southwestern dreams. When Naomi and Sage were tasked to turn it into something amazing, weaker competitors would’ve folded under this nearly impossible challenge. The after might just send you on a hunt for horrible Goodwill cacti: Mind. BLOWN. From Naomi: We painstakingly cleaned off the sawdust and glue, and then cut off the base and drilled a hole through the top through which we ran a metal pipe.
Tara Bellucci
Jul 28, 2015
Echo’s Artist’s Loft
Name: Echo Kao Location: Toy District; Los Angeles, CA Size: 870 square feet Years lived in: 1 years; Owned I knew that Echo was a talented industrial designer, but I was still surprised to learn that every night when she went home she was carefully crafting her own furniture. Her life and her work go hand-in-hand, which is reflected perfectly in the fact that her home has three(!) work spaces for her to spread out in.
Erin Galvin
Jul 28, 2015
What Does Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor Say About You?
(Image credit: Kelli Foster) From The Kitchn → This Is What Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor Says About You
Apartment Therapy
Jul 28, 2015
10 Mesmerizing GIFs of Small-Space Living
When you live life in only a few hundred square feet, a home must become a very fluid thing. Tiny apartments actually exist in four dimensions, and without capturing “time,” it’s impossible to truly reveal what it’s like to live small. Thankfully for all of us, the internet has adopted GIFs as a form of animated photo currency, and we can all see how real people make small homes work.
Taryn Williford
Jul 27, 2015
Libby & Tim’s Natural & Glamorous Parisian Flat
Name: Libby Gravatt and Tim Caws Location: 4th arrondissement (Le Marais); Paris, France Size: 60 square m (645 square feet) plus 14 square m terrace (150 square feet) Years lived in: 6 months This mid-sized apartment merges Old World French and modern aesthetics perfectly. It’s hard not to fall in love with this space, with its big French windows, marble fireplaces, and hard woods.
Katy Cartland
Jul 27, 2015
50 Household Terms You Might Not Know Were Brand Names
Many of the terms you use around the house are actually trademarked. (“Grab me a kleenex, will you?”) Or at least they were at one point, before we all started using them as if they were just a regular part of the English language. And actually, a few of the brands on this list have lost the right to enforce their trademark because the term became so commonplace. So here they are in one tidy list (a little ammunition for your next trivia night).
Taryn Williford
Jul 27, 2015
30 Toppings for Your Ice Cream Sundae
(Image credit: Nealey Dozier) From The Kitchn → Dress Up Your Ice Cream! 30 Sundae Toppings That Go Way Beyond Sprinkles
Apartment Therapy
Jul 27, 2015
Before & After: Grandma’s Chair Waits for the Right Fabric
Carly had held on to her grandmother’s chair, debating whether to fix it up or toss it. Then, after a year of searching for fabric, she found the perfect remnant: From Carly: With the encouragement of my shopping companion, a frantic call to the upholsterer, and the fact that it was JUST over the yardage I needed, I was ready to commit. Plus it was ridiculously affordable because it was a remnant. Bonus.
Tara Bellucci
Jul 25, 2015
The Pro Designer Trick That Makes Homes Feel Cozy & Cohesive
When you’re feeling like the rooms of your home are design islands — lovely spaces by themselves but not necessarily connected to the architecture of your home or the entire home itself — you might want to try out this trick in the designer’s toolbox. This idea of echoing elements is NOT putting two of the same pieces of something in two different rooms. It’s not having carbon copies of the same art adorning walls in all your rooms.
Adrienne Breaux
Jul 24, 2015
I Painted My Laminate Countertops: Here’s How They Are Holding Up a Few Months Later
A few months ago I decided to paint my laminate countertops as a temporary solution to a very ugly, very burnt orange problem in my kitchen. I was a little hesitant to do so since our actual counter space is minimal and sees a fair amount of traffic, but forged ahead because the price and risk (those countertops are coming out this fall either way!) were low. Here’s how they’ve fared… They have unfortunately acquired quite a few battle wounds!
Ashley Poskin
Jul 24, 2015
What To Pack in Your Cooler For the Beach
(Image credit: Noam Armonn) shutterstock From The Kitchn → The Best Foods to Pack for the Beach
Apartment Therapy
Jul 24, 2015
Brandon’s Bold and Bright Bachelor Pad
Name: Brandon Kleinman Location: West Hollywood; Los Angeles, CA Years lived in: 4 years; Rented Bachelors may have a reputation for maintaining less-than-desirable living quarters, but as the founder and CMO of online interior design firm Laurel & Wolf, Brandon Kleinman refused to fall victim to such stereotypes.
Jessica Isaac
Jul 23, 2015
Before & After: Making a More Modern Dining Room
When Clare and Mike bought this 1950s house in Toronto’s Leaside area, they had just five weeks to transform it into the ideal home for their family of seven. This crowded dining room was too busy for their modern taste so they got to work re-designing the space, starting with the walls. Goodbye wainscoting and French doors, hello clean, modern white! “When we bought the house there was a large, rather ugly kitchen island and cabinets as well as unattractive, dated flooring.
Justice Darragh
Jul 23, 2015
Refreshing Prosecco Sangria with Cucumber & Ginger
(Image credit: Kimberley Hasselbrink) From The Kitchn → Cocktail Recipe: Cucumber, Ginger & Prosecco Sangria
Apartment Therapy
Jul 23, 2015
Before & After: Lost Living Room Finds Beautiful Balance
As marketing manager for Eventbrite, Sara is a professional social butterfly. She’s fun, fabulous, and loves to entertain, but her apartment in Boston’s Beacon Hill didn’t exactly reflect that. And, since she works from home, she wanted a space that inspired her. Sara decided to work with designer Victoria Solomon to add some style and cohesion to her place.
Tara Bellucci
Jul 22, 2015
Timothy’s Sun-Filled Brooklyn Brownstone
Name: Timothy Location: Bed-Stuy; Brooklyn, NY Size: 1,680 square feet Years lived in: 3 years; Owned A home with global flair doesn’t necessarily have to mean a visually noisy space or an overwhelming, over-the-top collection of knick-knacks. Nomad-inspired homes can be tidy and effortless, and I can tell you that after this house tour you’ll want to book an around-the-world ticket to source beautiful material and wander in some faraway markets.
Fabienne Ayina
Jul 22, 2015
Ricky & McCary’s One-of-a-Kind Style
Name: Ricky & McCary Location: Carroll Gardens/Gowanus; Brooklyn, New York Size: 800 square feet Years lived in: 6 years; Rented What do you get when two people with great taste move in together? A beautiful apartment like this one, where two design sensibilities (she loves prints and patterns, while he’s a bit more minimal) merge seamlessly to create a new, completely unique style. Ricky and McCary are also the stars of the sixth episode of Apartment Therapy’s A Line video series.
Nancy Mitchell
Jul 22, 2015