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Paint color
I have a narrow apt that only has windows in the front and back. I have high ceiling just wondering what white paint to use?
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How do I find a reasonably priced decorator in NYC???
I am about to renovate our apartment for the first time in 30+ years and I am terrified…by the whole thing but mostly by the thought of having to decorate it all once it's done. I have absolutely no eye for decor and it would probably be really helpful to hire someone to help with this but I'm trying not to overspend as…
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Help with which room to have dining room!
Hello! This is my first post so hopefully I explain my situation well. We have a colonial style home with 3 rooms at the front of the house as you walk in. If you’re standing at the front door facing in, to the left is our den with the tv. Straight ahead is the stairs to the second floor and directly to the right is the…
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Big couch - tiny space...help!
Hi - I'm new here and so excited to have found you all! I'm moving on June 15th from a large apartment with big rooms (1700 sq ft) to a very small rental space (900 sq ft). I was in a job where I hosted boarding students so I needed a large couch - but my family is just me and my daughter, and I only use one corner of the…
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1 bedroom
Hello all, I have 2 adult sons, but recently needed to move. The bedroom is only 11.6 by 17.6 , they are very tall about 6' 3 in height . Can I fit 2 queen beds , or better with 1 king size bed, I'm also willing to get something that doubles like a big couch to bed at night. Please help . Their height is what makes me…
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redesigned kitchen has less space than before
I recently had my small galley kitchen redesigned and although there are more cabinets, I have less space for storage. It's the same thing with my new fridge, going from side to side to French door with two lower freezer drawers.
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Bedroom makeover
Any help with organizing a small Brooklyn Bedroom, I am trying to make my resume a sanctuary. I recently had a hip replacement and trying to have a peaceful bedroom. Thanks
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Tell me I found a jewel
I got this piece amongst one other and I think i did really good. I'm considering flipping and need more info Help
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Help me with this wall!
So I live in a basement apt. I made this cat staircase out of shelves so my cat can get outside but I don't know what to do with the rest of the wall. It's got a weird window. It's in my living room and my main source of light. Any suggestions for window treatments, wall ideas (paint, paper, decor etc). I rent so must be…
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Help decorating entry area
I moved not that long ago so I am still working on decorating my apartment. This is the space as you enter my one bedroom apartment (opposite the kitchen and behind the partial wall is my dining room/living room area). I initially was going to use this as a dining area, but there just isn't enough room to put a table for…
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Hospital bed for comfort .
I got a hospital for comfort, but how can I hide the metal under the bed? I took the rails off, but the wheels and under bed still looks rough!
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Small student bedroom
I have a fairly small bedroom 3x3.5 metres which has a medium window off centre on the longer wall. The opposite longer wall has two door one leading to the outside corridor and one into a small inbuilt closet that isn’t large enough to make anything walk in style. On the right side of the main door is a radiator. I am a…
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The right colour
help me pick the right colour red next to magenta
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Is it difficult to install Victorian floor tiles?
Hi everyone, I’ve recently been looking into adding some Victorian floor tiles to my hallway and front path. I love the classic black and white chequered style with a border – but I’ve heard it can be a bit tricky to lay them properly, especially when it comes to patterns and symmetry. Has anyone here tried installing…
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Small Living Room - design ideas?
Hi all!! I have just moved into a new flat and the living room is quite small, since its rented with the furniture it’s not super straightforward to swap it but I am a bit stuck on how to best furnish the room, any suggestions? I am thinking of adding shelves to the area above the sofa as well! (Excuse the mess!)
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Painting High Gloss Veneer Furniture
Hello AT Friends! I need help please. I have my Nana's bedroom furniture which I loved. But to a point. The trouble is the entire set (2 wardrobes, chest of drawers and dressing table) is high gloss dark wood veneer. I want to paint it it all as it's very dark and heavy looking but have no idea where to start. Do I try a…
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Color matching help
I feel like I'm somewhat color blind at times. I'm redecorating my living room and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to pair colors. I'm going for a coastal, neutral calming vibe with a hint of nancy meyers. I love blue, it needs to be my main accent colour. I'm planning on painting my walls a light sand color,…
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Different lighting fixture
I want to change our pendant lighting in our large eat in kitchen, beginning with this one over the table. I really like nature inspired style, like rattan, wood, or nature shaped. There is a matching fixture at our front door, that is flush mounted. Any ideas?
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Struggling w dining/living space.
Hi everyone, I could really use your help figuring out how to divide this space—I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed!😰 Here’s what I’m thinking so far: I'd love to place a round extendable table (that becomes an oval) in the windowed corner—ideally something in rosewood, Arne Vodder–style. On the wall next to it, I plan to…
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Help Me Balance My Living Room with an Off-Center Fireplace
Looking for ideas on how to style my living room with an offset fireplace? I’m a renter, so any suggestions should be renter-friendly. The white shelf above the fireplace is part of the build and cannot be removed. Additionally, the fireplace is on a vaulted ceiling wall, which adds some unique design challenges. I’d love…
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Studio Design Help! 400SF
Hello! I am in desperate need of some expertise. I am moving to this 400 SF studio apartment in Brooklyn and would like the space to feel enjoyable to be in. I have pictures of the floor plan and design inspo here. I would like to use a loft bed to free up space, any recommendations there would be lovely. And any…
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Living Dining Room Ideas for Furniture That's a Little Too Small But Has to Work for Now
Hello hello! I am new here and new to my current apartment. We moved into a much bigger space and now the furniture we have feels too small. For now we have to make it work, but I can't quite work out the best layout for the living-dining room. We have: 48" round dining table and 4 chairs 33.5" x 27" arm/lounge chair 87"…
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Is the furniture layout good enough? Any different ideas? And any tips on type of furniture?
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Help with open concept living/dining/kitchen paint
Help! We are moving into a new house and I'm stuck on what paint colour(s) to use. It's currently painted a dark grey (think steel), and the floors are a luxury vinyl that is grey/brown with cool undertones. The undertones are accentuated by the paint, and I would like to warm up the space. We want it to feel warm and…
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Help me to design my new entryway please
I moved to a new home and I would love to help me decorate this space specially the wall against the door.TIA
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long wall over couch
Hello I have a very long wall over my couch and cannot figure out a picture arrangement- go large or gallery wall? Thank you
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Rented mobile home in Socal
We are renting a 1000 sq foot mobile home in Socal. I'm tired of the blandness after 4 years. What can I do to decorate without spending a lot of money and making structural changes? I can't change paint color, flooring, kitchen tops, etc. Thank you.
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Help with planning layout!
Hey there! I would love any suggestions on how I can plan the floor of the living room (vardagsrum in Swedish) in my new flat! The angeld wall makes it awkward, but I want to embrace the quirkiness. The ceilings are tall, typical in turn of the century apartments where I live. I would live to have a sofa, tv, an arm chair,…
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Fireplace Dilemma
Help! I inherited this dated ultra wide fireplace that dominates my family room. It’s so wide I feel like it makes the ceiling feel lower. Any suggestions for updating it would be greatly appreciated.
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Wallpaper to compliment bathroom tiles
need help with some ideas for wallpaper to use in this small bathroom. My house overall is a converted barn and style in between country and modern.
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angled plan i want the best furnishing solution
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Submitting a magazine story.
Is there a link to submit a story idea? Thanks Doug Portland OR
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My most dreaded room, the office.
Hi friends. First and foremost, thank you for your time and input. I want to redo our entire apartment. I’m tired of how drab it is. It’s a new construction so decent bones? With that said I would like to stick to advice that is renter friendly. Him and I like Japandi style. However, I also really like atomic age (mid…
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small space
Hello, my name is Aida and I need all the help available to decorate a small apartment on a tight budget
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Awkward home office corner
I work from home full time. I have some space in my office but I am not sure what to do with it. I thought about putting a relaxing chair in there so I could read while on my lunch break.
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Awkward Wall
hi! I’m new here and hoping for some advice from some seasoned members. I work from home and I’m at home….a lot. Because I’m home so much, I fixate (to put it lightly) on the things about my house that don’t work and make impulse purchases to quell the cabin fever in my soul. I am currently fixated on my formal living…
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Combined Kitchen / Dining space - how to furnish?
Hello! We have a combined kitchen / dining space. We just got a "new" (AptDeco) dining table. Currently we have an old kitchen table in the far corner near the windows. We want to replace that and possibly do a breakfast nook. We thought we could do a small circular table with a bench or a couple of chairs. Would love to…
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Hoping to get an honest opinion on my kitchen
I recently had my cabinets re painted. I wanted to avoid “super trendy” option so I stuck with Pure White and added Tricorn Black on island and Hood. I have black mist granite on the counters. I splurged on unlaquered brass hardware. My issue is that I feel like the sink wall ( all white ) is lacking … I have tons of light…
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Ideas for a living room nook
Hi AT! I'm hoping you can help with some design ideas for this recessed nook in my living room. I've been outfitting this turn-of-the-century apartment over the past few months, and this is the one spot I just can't figure out. It's about a 3'x3' space -- obviously not a ton of room, but it's a cool feature, and I'd hate…
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Problem areas I need help with
I have two areas I can’t quite figure out in my new apartment and would love some help. Any creative tips, ideas, or thoughts. One is my entryway with a shoe cabinet and art over top and the other is my kitchen area. No clue how to approach these areas. Was thinking maybe a breakfast nook for the kitchen area? Thoughts!