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Martigny, in the two Paris apartments I lived it, 1 had a washer in the kitchen, 1 in the bathroom. In Geneva, the washer was in the kitchen. None of those apartments had a drier....So it varies a lot even within a country, probably depending on which city and when it was built.
I'd rather have a washing machine in the bathroom, it i would far rather have one in the kitchen than none at all.


Before & After: A Classic Renovation for a Park Slope Kitchen The Sweeten
6/8/13 2:32 PM

I go backpacking and thus don't ever have a cooler. Most cheeses are fine without refrigeration for a week. Orzo with feta and a jar of pesto with some sautéed zucchini....couscous and tofu with veggies is great too. Get the kind of tofu that is in a paper box and not meant to be refrigerated.
If you have access to. Trader joes, check out their indian dishes that come in a vacuum sealed box. They have good Dahl and saag paneer. I would pair it with couscous that cooks faster.
As long as you stay away from raw meat you are fine with food safety. And if you want meat, there is nothing wrong with canned pâté on crackers for a first course ;) you could also freeze some Precooked sausages and eat them the first night..


What Are Some Recipes for Camping or Backpacking That Don't Need Refrigeration? Good Questions
6/7/13 6:28 PM

I would probably spill this all over myself or my couch and I bet it is very corrosive in more intense forms. Maybe this is useful if you are speed cleaning a large building and can't stop to pick up another bottle, but I don't see it working well for a small house.


Win: The Smart Twist™ Cleaning System, Plus a $500 Gift Card! SC Johnson
6/7/13 4:07 PM

I think the orange walls are making your chairs take on a more orange tinge. I actually quite like plain wood. Maybe you could refinish them a darker color? I agree about taking off the table cloth because right now your antique table could be any ikea hand me down. If you worry about scratches, get a nice table runner and some place mats. I would try reprinting your walls a cooler color and see if your chairs don't start looking better. Your room has an antique vibe because of the built - ins. I think it is charming....just go with it,


What Color Should I Paint My Windsor Chairs? Good Questions
6/7/13 1:04 PM

Wow - do you have disco parties in that hall?


Janel and Jim Combine Their Creative Ideas House Tour
5/29/13 2:37 PM

I like your plan but i agree the island seems small in your drawing....that will be your main prep area, probably
I could never share a desk! But then i am a writer who works at home. You guys must be very easy going and cooperative.


Introducing Christine & Pierre's
Kitchen Renovation Renovation Diary

5/29/13 2:23 PM

Has anyone else noticed that prices in Los Angeles are higher than in other cities for some reason?


Top 10 Things to Buy & Sell in the Apartment Therapy Classifieds
5/29/13 10:07 AM

I hang most of my clothes up to dry anyways because they last longer and most of what I wear is not supposed to be dried in the machine. I lived with only a washer in Europe and the only problem was the sheets. I would hang them over several chairs to dry but they would always be stiff. I could never get towels and sheets to feel soft. Is there a secret?


5 Tips for Living Without a Washer/Dryer
5/20/13 4:27 PM

I am of the age where everyone I know is having babies and I have never heard of this trend. If it is a close friend or family member, I will hear through email or phone or the good old grape vine. If it is someone I haven't seen in 10 years, I will hear either when I see a picture of them looking like they swallowed a watermelon or an actual birth announcement.
Do you really need to announce the pregnancy to people you never speak to or see? Why not just post a baby picture when there is actually a real baby to see?


Clever Photo Pregnancy Announcements
5/18/13 7:16 PM

Wow it seems like you are pretty serious about wine. Wouldn't it be a good investment to get one of those wine cellars that keeps your bottles at an ideal temperature? Too bad apartments in San Francisco don't come with wine caves like they do in Paris ;)
Love the paint colors you chose!


Beth's Romantic & Retro Residence House Tour
5/17/13 1:41 PM

What do people think about the stainless appliance look? Is this a trend that will die? I wonder if people will look at stainless and say, wow, that is so 2000! Any move back to simple white appliances?


Trend Report: Kitchens
5/16/13 2:19 PM

I love your marble and white kitchen! It is so light and airy. Also love the old windows hanging in your patio. What a creative way to create a sense of privacy without blocking light.
I like the giant clock, but it would probably make me always guilty about time passing...I should be working! How much time have I spent looking at apartment therapy?? Maybe you have less of a guilt complex than I do!


Kyle's Cottage in the City House Tour
5/16/13 2:12 PM

I shared a bedroom with my little brother until I was 9. My dad and grandpa built me a loft as a surprise once my brother started walking. There was room for my single mattress and space to keep my dollhouse and precious toys that my brother would have broken. That loft went a long way in preventing sibling fights. Plus, even my friends who had their own rooms were envious because it is really cool to have a kid-sized space way up high! Kids don't need a lot of space and only just a little privacy. Of course, for teens it is a different story...really glad we moved to a 3 bedroom and I could have a tiny room all to myself for those tween and teen years.


Small Space Inspiration: Bunk Beds & Lofts
5/16/13 1:25 PM

White or cream - it will look bright and clean and be a good contrast with the two tones walls


Makeover Ideas for Brown-Painted Fireplace? Good Questions
5/10/13 1:53 AM

I love that you chose things that don't have to be disposable in a few years. He can change the decor, but keep the furniture as he grows.


A Happy Compromise of Dinosaurs & Baseball My Room
5/10/13 1:49 AM

Man, I could have used this in college when my roommate would optimistically set the alarm for 4am to study, then hit snooze every 10 minutes until 9am....I was the only one who ever woke up with that alarm.


Chronic Snoozer? App Forces You to
Walk to Wake Up

5/7/13 1:06 PM

I love the glassed in door! It really transforms it into a work of art, as well as protects it from the elements.
Normally I prefer natural wood floorboards, but your white floor really lightens this space up, which I imagine is a blessing in the grey Dutch winters.


Neeza & Pierre's Wildly Unique
Amsterdam Abode House Tour

5/7/13 12:51 PM

I estimated the square footage of how much space my things would take up in a storage locker. Since I own a lot of books, UPS was out. The moving company had a flat rate for square footage so long as you came in under a certain weight (can't remember the number). In any case, even with about 20-30 boxes of books, my shipment came in under that weight estimate. I did have a bad experience with a cheap moving company who contracted out to some really shady movers and I had to cancel after they failed to show twice. It turned out to be worth it to hire a local company with solid reputation (ask around your community) and a good Better Business rating, even though the cost was several hundred more than the cheap options. My stuff arrived exactly on time and in one piece!


How Much Does My Stuff Weigh? Good Questions
5/6/13 2:05 PM

In my experience, movers are always late and you are lucky if everything you send arrives in one piece. You just have to factor that into the timing and planning.
Be sure to double check the list of boxes when they arrive so you can complain if anything is missing.
In the meantime, if you don't have a washing machine, get some handwash soap and wash your clothes in the sink....think of it like camping.
I have lived out of a carryon suitcase for a month while traveling and it is always a shock to see how little I really need to be comfortable.


Moving: What Do You Do When Everything Goes Wrong?
5/3/13 6:20 PM

I want to know how much the maid is making for that 45 per hour wage...I am guessing less than 15. What is the advantage of working for an agency? Does she get any benefits, like health insurance?
45 seems very high so I guess you are paying for the convenience of having someone show up quickly. Personally, I'd want to know a little about the working conditions before signing on for this service. Does the maid get paid in the hours she is presumably hanging around waiting for someone to book a cleaning? This just seems like it could be an exploitative position.


Get Maid Service Review
5/1/13 11:54 AM