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Ideas to add living room seating
Looking for design ideas to add more seating in our living room. Currently, the sofa is directly across from the TV. I feel as though the fireplace is hidden with this chase sofa we have, and I would also like to add more accent chairs for additional seating. I'm not opposed to getting a new sofa. I'm feeling a little…
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I need help remodelling my living room
We live in a semi old french flat with wooden flooring and high ceilings and a couple key elements like marble chimney. we’ve arranged it 3 years ago and really need a refresh. Mind the kids stuff (play area, modular couch, bookshelf) that is there temporarily (keeps getting moved around). The constraints are the…
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Help with choosing chairs
Hello community. I need some help with choosing the right chairs for my new table. It is quite high, so one challenge I have is that the back is often too low and same for seating. I want something interesting with clean lines. Some pictures of my actual dining room. As well, my new table from CB2! I can make some changes…
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How can I make this house exterior have a Japanese feel
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Help Designing the Space
Hi there - it's my first time putting an apartment together; i have a lovely space, but need some help thinking about how to design it. I have a pintrest mood board; open to suggestions on how to keep costs down. (https://pin.it/NHoZMLFIL) board
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Is this too bold?
Renovating our kitchen. The Cambria Inverness Bronze will be the countertops, the large black/gray/brown will be the floor tile, and the charcoal subway tile will be the backsplash. What to do about the cabinets? Painted cream, white or black? Wood laminate? Solid wood might be too expensive. I want the kitchen to feel…
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Help redesigning a tiny kitchen
Hi folks, Any ideas on how to remodel this kitchen into something more functional? The enclosed kitchen is 7' long and 7' across. The wall for the dining room is 9'1" I can't afford to knock out that wall, however I can reposition the fridge and stove as well as move the sink along the counter on the same side. My biggest…
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HELP -how do you create zones in open floor plan?
New apartment and don’t have a lot of furniture. How do you go about creating zones? I’ll put my dining table across from the kitchen. How would you handle furnishing the “two” living areas? I work from home and was going to setup in the second bedroom. Perhaps I should use the area by the door? I’ve added pictures of my…
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wooden corner
which type a wooden corner will looks good here
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Bathroom wall treatment
We moved into a 1940's home and the bathroom walls were painted light gray with texture. It looks like they mixed spackle with the paint and maybe used a broad putty knife to apply it. I want to change the walls. How do I do this? I was thinking paint, maybe wallpaper, but how do I get rid of the texture?
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Small bar space in design limbo
My 1974 ranch house included a small wet bar space. Due to budget restrictions, I am limited, but I wanted to do something fun and add personality to this lackluster space. I was thinking of adding a maximalist style print wallpaper with a high gloss complimentary color for the cabinets, but I would love/welcome some other…
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Help! I have this beautiful bathroom Reno almost done!
I am struggling finding the right storage solution for this 35 inch wide 16 inch depth space next to this mid-century vibe vanity in my newly renovated bathroom. I’ve waited years to do this bathroom and it is absolutely gorgeous and we love it so I want to make sure that I find the right solution. I have searched for…
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Open concept but two distinct areas living room and tv room
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Designing Apt without Much Light and Clear base Colors
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Dish drainers
I recently purchased a dish drainer and utensil holder for what I thought was a stand-up disc drainer but the dish drainer clips to something that hangs on the wall what is the other piece I need
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Fix this bedroom space
I have a 1960 chest. I would like to add a white dresser or I dont have any idea how to place furniture around this small space. Please help
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Sharing our 1 bedroom with our 7yo daughter
Hello Apartment Therapists! We’re renovating a 13’ x 16’ bedroom in our 1-bedroom NYC apartment. My partner and I share this space with our 7-year-old daughter, who currently sleeps with us in our king bed. However, in our new apartment, we want to create a private play space and eventually a spot for her to sleep in her…
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Help! Living Room Design
We are having a bit of a dilemma with our new home. The plan is to add storage options on either side of the fireplace and put the TV in the middle. However, the sofa on the left will be too close and the view won't be great. Ideally, we don't want to block off the bay window. Any ideas are greatly welcomed as I am stuck…
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Heat Pump
My apartment is 805 square feet. My furnace works very well. The AC was rebuilt in 2020. My air conditioner works very well. BUT… The air conditioner can't keep up in the hottest days of summer. Not by much but it's getting a little harder each year. Plus… I like to can foods in the summer which increases the heat I need…
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Living Room and Dining Room Decor Suggestions
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What are your go-to tips or favorite items for making a home feel cozy and uniquely yours?
To make a home feel cozy and uniquely yours, I believe it's all about personal touches and creating a balance between comfort and style. One tip is to mix textures think soft throws, plush cushions, and cozy rugs to add warmth. Another key is lighting; soft, warm lighting can make a room feel instantly more inviting.…
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Guest Bedroom Office
Hello, I will work from home in a couple of weeks and need help converting my guest bedroom into an office. I still want to leave my bedroom suite in there—a queen bed with a nightstand and dresser. My guest room is a bit small, and I would love to have it appear more spacious. I will upload the floor plan for my…
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Indoor Zen Garden Ideas – Looking for Inspiration!
My boyfriend is really passionate about the idea of incorporating a Zen garden into our future home. He loves the calming ritual of raking sand and the aesthetic of bonsai trees and rocks. While we have the budget to create something special, we live in a major metropolitan city, so outdoor space isn’t likely to be an…
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Moving into this space
I'm moving into a new apartment and feel like there are so many possibilities for arranging and maximizing the space. This is how the current tenant has it set up (see photos), but I'm looking for alternative layout ideas. Any suggestions?
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Seeking advice: furnishing a 12 m² bedroom
Hello everyone! I'm new here and just beginning to learn the basics of interior design. My partner and I recently bought a house, and we are starting from scratch with furnishing and some DIY renovations. We would love your advice before committing to any major decisions, starting with our main bedroom. Context: We live in…
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Contemporary
How can I transform an average looking apartment living room to a chic and contemporary living room?
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ROOM DESIGN
I NEED TO DESIGN BEDROOM INSIDE THIS HALL IN A CREATIVE WAY
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Need help designing combined living room and dining room
Hi!! I am moving into an apartment in a few days and I am really stuck on what to do with this combined space.
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Small chair for bedroom reading nook
I want a designated space in my bedroom for reading. I need advice on a comfy chair that wont take up lots of space in my bedroom (dont want it to look cluttered). Any suggestions?
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Drop Your Biggest Houseplant Questions Here!
Calling all new (and prospective!) plant owners! We want to address your biggest concerns in an upcoming plant guide. Drop your burning questions about buying, growing, and caring for indoor houseplants below — we'd love to hear from you!
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Living Room Design Help
I'm working with a blank slate here, and have a vision — but I need to know if this will look crazy. My husband is very against, and I was so so sure this would look great, but now I am second guessing. This will be a living room and dining room. There is a fireplace in the center of the room. There are two dark olive…
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Plant and interior stylist Hilton Carter Answers All Your Plant Questions!
Hi! It’s Hilton Carter, plant and interior stylist and the author of several books, including Living Wild and The Propagation Handbook. I'm ready to chat about all things plants, including plant care and styling as well as designing and decorating with them. Drop your questions here! I'll be answering them live from 3 to 4…
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Help: Solve a Tricky Living Room Layout
This room has me stumped! The angled fireplace, the empty wood floor near the mantel, and the rug that’s just… there. I’ve tried a bunch of layouts, but nothing quite works. Photos are attached—how would you approach this? I’ve tried a few different things and none of them are comfortable. I also posted what the staging…
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High Back Deep Sofa Recommendations
I am looking for a large, comfortable, soft sofa that is deep and has a high back for my living room. I have not been able to find one. Please let me know if you have any recommendations!
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Making sumthin outta nothin
How to make it work with what you got
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Where do you source fabric?
I'm working on a project that requires making a custom headboard and doing some reupholstery. Where do you all like to source your fabric from? I can get lost on Etsy for days. Do you have any favorite textile designers/vendors? Design by Sarah Brown Interiors
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Help choosing chairs and coordinating counter stools.
Hi everyone, I have an open concept apartment and I trying to pick new chairs/ 48 inch round table and matching counter stools. I’m trying to get this right , but I am torn between traditional/ modern farmhouse and more modern style. I ‘ll post a pic of my new sofa on order and my adjacent kitchen. I’m getting rig of the…
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Design Question: Decorating My Room – Need Ideas and Advice!
Hi everyone, I’m in the process of decorating my room and could really use some help and inspiration. I’m not entirely sure which direction to go in, and I’d love some suggestions from the community! Here are a few details about the space and what I’m looking for: 1. Large Room: I have a spacious, open-concept room (20x25…
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I need help with two focal walls in living room
So our living room has two focal walls that face each other. I've already decorated the wall on the right with a painting over a mantel. I'm trying to decide what to do with the other wall. Maybe… A picture gallery? Some floating shelves? Gold leaf wall art/decor, like this one? I want the room to look balanced and not too…
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Renter looking to bring color to the kitchen nook!
Hi! Since I rent and where I am I can't find nice peel and stick backsplash solutions, I would love to paint the kitchen "nook" all one color to divide the area. For reference, the colors I have throughout the house are greens, terracotta/pinks, yellow, orange, pops of blue. I was leaning towards maybe a juicy color, but…