LenaLuLa's Profile

Display Name: LenaLuLa
Member Since: 4/30/12

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Happy for the House and the Families involved!


Maker Videos:
How to "Remake a House" Apartment Therapy Videos

9/26/12 1:15 PM

I would not put doors or curtains, but leave it open. Use it to store pretty food like pasta, nuts, and oats in nice glass jars with lids. It will free up tons of space in your cupboards and look really chic!


What Should I Do with This Built-In Shelving? Good Questions
9/25/12 12:43 PM

Very impressive. I also agree that both a sofa and a bed are necessary for sanity. Clearly the apartment can accomodate both, given their clever furniture placement.


Mary Helen and Graeme's Compact, Composed Mix on the Upper East SideHouse Tour
9/20/12 3:35 AM

Isn't it "Josef" Frank and not Joseph?


Design Classics: Josef Frank Patterns
9/17/12 3:36 PM

Sweet little place!


Simran's Hollywood Cottage House Call
9/12/12 2:29 PM

.......
5. If a tenant wanted to switch out existing, old appliances with ones that were new and perfect for the place and offered to pay 50% and leave them there upon vacancy, I'd probably jump at the chance.


Can I Ask my Landlord To Go 50/50 on New Appliances? Good Questions
8/29/12 9:38 AM

I'm a landlord:

1. I always make sure all appliances are working and safe, and if for some reason they aren't, I get them fixed, straight away.

2. I make a strong effort to buy appliances that complement the room in style, color, etc.

3. If a tenant came to me to switch out the unit(s) because they liked something different, I would do it at my expense if I thought the appliance was due for an upgrade and if their choices fit with the apartment.

4. If the tenant wanted something different that I did not particularly like, but was planning to stay for a couple of years (and paid rent on time, and was clean, quiet, etc.) then I would consider letting them switch them out if I had a place to store the other units.

5. If a tenant wanted to switch out appliances that were new and perfect for the place and offered to pay 50% and leave them there upon vacancy, I'd probably jump at the chance.


Can I Ask my Landlord To Go 50/50 on New Appliances? Good Questions
8/29/12 9:36 AM

Natural light wins over fluorescent every time. And that window is awesome and your little nook looks quite nice.


Which Office Should I Take? Good Questions
8/25/12 4:15 PM

Molger Ikea?


Where Can I Buy this Wooden Slat Bench? Good Questions
8/24/12 3:35 PM

Ummm, call an electrician and have outlets installed?


Help! No Outlets in Kitchen or Bathroom Good Questions
8/23/12 2:49 PM

If you can afford to sell your existing furniture and buy new (or used) items, I would suggest an ottoman bed. You lift the mattress for full under-bed storage without the need to access it from the sides. Then, the PAX wardrobe that goes to the ceiling. They include shelves, hanging space and drawers, all in a small footprint. And get the mirrored version for extra light and the illusion of space. Use wall sconces for bedside lighting. Sorted! :-)


How To Maximize Vertical Storage in Teensy Bedroom? Good Questions
8/21/12 2:44 PM

I like the Origami Effect, but actual origami means no cutting and no gluing of the paper. (I know the designer did not say it was origami and I realize the AT post says "reminds" her of origami)


Before & After: Origami Lack Hack Design Manifest
8/13/12 4:16 PM

Thank goodness for all of these comments. I no longer feel weird for my initial reaction.


The Bare Minimum: 10 Absolute Essentials for Every Home
8/7/12 3:15 PM

This article speaks to me.


Online Inspiration & Curation: An Addiction to Yearning?
8/7/12 3:04 PM

Doesn't "unusable and unsalvagable" imply that you should throw it out?


Craigslist Piano Sees New Life as
High Tech Desk Mrs. Amber Apple

8/1/12 2:21 PM

I love colorful, vibrant, well painted houses. Never offensive.


Neighborhood Etiquette: When Personal Style Becomes Public
7/31/12 4:05 PM

I like @AUSTIN & FOSTER 's idea. Take a photo, then just let it go.


Time To Give Up Grandma's Sofa? Good Questions
7/31/12 9:42 AM

Tolly, you are beautiful and your home is too. You should be proud of what you've accomplished. Keep up the good work!


Tolly's Peaceful Home and
Adventurous Backyard House Tour

7/29/12 1:07 PM

Hey I love this apartment and voted for it in the contest! I am curious about your bathroom. The floor plan shows a space that looks like it could house a bath or shower beside the toilet - but the floor plan shows it as a wall. Then we see the actual photo of your bathroom and there IS a wall beside your toilet. Where do you bathe or shower? Sorry to be so nosey... just so curious!


JoAnn's Creature Comforts House Tour
7/28/12 7:25 AM

Yep, MiniBar.


How To Best Use Awkward Built-In Desk? Good Questions
7/25/12 10:13 AM