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Entryway decor suggestions
Hi! I just moved into my first solo apartment and am getting stuck on decorating the main room. Any advice for decorating this entry way - particularly the large empty wall? I have a gallery wall set up in the room it leads to with a lot of records and small paintings, so I’m thinking of having bigger pieces on this wall…
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Help needed - furniture and design ideas please
I’m hitting a wall deciding on a theme/vibe I want to go with for my new place and hoping you all can help with some inspo - things like rug ideas, dining room table styles, aesthetic but functional wardrobes/storage, coffee tables, anything to make it cozy and homey. I will definitely be painting over the green walls with…
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family room the size of two small spaces
I no longer live in a small space, but many of the apartment-sized suggestions are appropriate for my large family room. It's actually the size of TWO family rooms. There's a large sectional (12 feet) that we bought along with the house in front of a large (12 feet) bay window, but the other half of the room has almost…
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Breakfast nook decor
Need help with this breakfast nook corner as well ❤️
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Best gifts for design lovers 🎁
I love gift giving, and in the spirit of getting ahead of the holidays this year, I wanted to ask: what are your favorite gifts for design lovers? These can be things you’ve gifted before or received as a fellow design lover I’ll start! I love color, and I was recently gifted this set of Pantone postcards. They’re so fun!…
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Living room mantle styling- advice
I have waaay too much on this mantle, advice on what should stay /go? Or a whole new look is welcomed as well
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New duplex apartment in Spain
After almost 2 years since reservation its almost ready. Living/dining/kitchen approx 400sq m with 120 sq m balcony overlooking River and sunset. Looking for design ideas. Existing orange L shaped sofa only. Thinking natural hues an dark blue . . . Ideas v v welcome
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Where to buy quality Faux Plants?
I have several real plants…but there's a few spots in our space that don't receive natural light (like the storage nook under our stairs) that would still benefit from a leafy green accent 🌿 I've tried a few options available online but wasn't happy with the quality. Anyone know of a website to purchase quality faux…
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👋 Hello, new here and open to ideas for my kitchen and living room
This is a 1 bedroom apartment looking for ideas to decorate my living room and Lil by Lil I'll be adding and updating my post and share my journey in decorating my new apartment in here thanks for reading me and sharing your ideas with me. P.s. I'm trying to keep the same couch and curtains if is possible.
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Thoughts on Fandeliers?
I would love to know what you all think of fandeliers — are they yay or nay in your book? And if you are a fan (lol), do you have any you love?
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Etsy Roman Shades?
Has anyone had success buying Roman shades from Etsy? My three bedroom windows are 72" inches long so I have to go custom because I can't find anything longer than 64." I want something that looks nice but isn't $1,000+ and I'm STRUGGLING. Etsy has a lot of pretty options (I like this one), but most are non-returnable so…
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New TV Stand
I bought this Target TV stand when I first moved into my apartment four years ago, and it's the perfect size/storage piece, but I've gotten a little tired of the boho style. There's also something about the color that I don't love in my living room. I'm on the hunt for something in a very dark wood (or that I can easily…
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Long hallway needs some love!
Hi all! I have this very long narrow hallway ~20 ft and its proven difficult for me to figure out how to decorate. Here are my notes/feelings: I like having the giant frames, but I think the white is too much and have been thinking about replacing with some medium wood color ones. Would sconces look cool between the…
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Suggestions for lighting for dining/kitchen table
I’ve recently moved into a new home and my kitchen table is in a decent-sized room that also serves as the entryway. The room is 17x11 ft. The issue is that the room only has two wall sconces for lighting. While I’ve added a small table lamp on a nearby shelf, it’s still too dim for kids' activities and for eating. Does…
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Renter-friendly kitchen decorating ideas and tips?
Hi friends! I'm looking for renter-friendly kitchen decorating ideas and tips when you can't renovate but still want to make your space feel special. What things have you tried in your home that made a big impact? Something I started doing was investing in fun glassware and pitchers to have on display. This pitcher…
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Help with refreshing Dresser w/ wallpaper
I have a white dresser that I bought from FB Marketplace a few years ago, and I'm looking to give it a new look. After using Google Lens, I found out it's the Kylie dresser from Raymour and Flanigan. Recently, I found a beautiful dark brown side table at a thrift store, and I want to refresh both the dresser and my white…
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Throw Pillow Pairings
Looking for some throw pillow suggestions to pair on my beige sofa with this blanket! Furniture in the room is mostly black and light wood tones, so would love to use pillows to bring in color.
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help with choosing a new mirror
replacing this mirror- any suggestions?
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Need to replace mirror
budget is under $500. Looking for a little more sophistication so prefer no more jute etc although that’s a cute idea
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Galley kitchen question
Hi everyone, This is a picture pre moved-in. We love our place and this is the most counter space we've had in a kitchen. I don't mind having a galley kitchen as well and it opens up to a space we using for dining. the only thing is the end of the galley (circled in blue) appears awkward to me. How you would style this…
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Shower curtain recommendations?
Hi everyone! I have a strange dilemma. My landlord-special apartment has a cute, stall-sized shower. I really want to replace our shower curtain (they get icky, and I hate the color we initially chose for the space, etc) with something more along the lines as what's sold at Quiet Town Home. But since our shower is…
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Help me improve this rental bathroom!
Would love to hear your advice on how to transform this rental bathroom into a brighter, family-friendly space for less than $100. Paint and peel-and-stick are not an option. Thanks for your help!
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Making space for 2 kids, 1 large dog (120 lbs), and 2 adults in a 900-sq-foot, 2 bedroom apartment
I am expecting my second son, due this March, and need some tips on how to make our son's currently bedroom work for two! Anyone have any small-space furniture ideas or products that double your storage that would be good for us? Any tips at all would help! Thanks!
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Renter-friendly ideas for “hiding” chandelier?
My family is moving into a rental apartment abroad and this will be my 4-year-old son’s bedroom. Any ideas of how to transform this chandelier into a more child’s bedroom-friendly piece without removing or replacing it?
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Need Advice: Physical Card or Ecard for New Home Congrats?
Hey everyone, I’m bummed that I can’t make it to a friend’s new home party, so I want to send a congratulatory card instead. I’m debating between a physical card or an ecard. A physical card feels more personal and something they can keep, but it might not arrive in time. On the other hand, an ecard can be sent instantly…
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Studio apartment, mid century modern
Hello everyone! My wife and I are transitioning to a studio apartment and we’re excited to embrace a mid-century modern style. We’re looking for a designer or organizer to help us maximize our space while maintaining that lovely vibe. If you have any recommendations, we’d love to hear them! This is our layout, we will be…
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Favorite storage coffee tables?
I'm desperate for a new coffee table with storage (small space problems), but I can't decide what I want! I love this lift-top one from Urban Outfitters, the wood and mid-century style are gorg. But the comments that it doesn't close flush worry me. Do you have any that you love??
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What should I do with this awkward space?
My sister is moving into a new house! It has this awkward cutout in the corner of the living roo and we want to know what to do with it. Should we turn it into a bar corner? Convert it into a closet? Something else? Would love to hear what you think!
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Do you have any renovation regrets?
Hi, Apartment Therapist community! I'm AT's home projects director, coming to you with a Q that I think many of us can relate to: If you've done a renovation in the past few years, is there anything that you regret? I'm working on a story on renovation regrets and would love to get your thoughts! I'm focusing specifically…
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Need Help with Wallpaper for Bathroom
I am obsessed with the idea of using wallpaper to elevate my dark (and drab) half bathroom. The walls were painted a deep purple by the previous homeowners and the best way to describe the space is "cave like" due to the color. It's just not my style! After seeing this roundup of the best wallpapered bathroom redos, I'm…
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Waiting for some advice
I have been living in my house for several years now, and recently I feel that the door is a bit monotonous. I want to add a decoration to embellish it. I think some people will put flags on both sides of the door frame. I think I can give it a try, and I am someone who likes military surroundings. How about having an…
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Suggestions for Wood Walls
Will be moving into a new home next week and one of the first projects on my list is the walls (plus ceiling in one room) and trim. (NOTE: Furnishings shown in pics aren't mine.) The only thing I'm sure of is that I want to lighten up the space, but am open to any and all suggestions on how to make that happen.
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Maximizing small space on a budget
Hello, I just recently purchased my first investment apartment and was wondering if I could get any help with the layout. I only want to be putting in the kitchen so whoever rents it is able to bring in their own furniture. I am however still trying to utilize the space as best as I can. The current disposition doesn’t…
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Renovate a very small kitchen
I have an 8'x10' kitchen that is twenty years old. Would like to replace cabinet doors, countertops, remove some storage area, replace a supersize refrigerator..
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ideas on how to add a pop of color
Hi! I am looking for a way to add a pop of color to this area where we have coffee in the morning. And ideas would be appreciated.
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DIY Design Tips for a Stunning Home
What are your favorite DIY projects or design tips for making a home more beautiful and functional?
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Kitchen Cabinet Help!
Hi all! Welcome to my NYC tiny kitchen — it needs some help and I'm hoping for your suggestions on what I can do to spruce up this space? But first, should I do something different with the cabinets? They feel dated and misaligned with my family's style. I'd love any help!
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Vintage highchair refurbish
I have an oak press-back highchair that I got 40 years ago second hand, when my son was a baby. It's not an antique but was called an antique reproduction at the time. Now my daughter has just had her first baby and I am planning on having it stripped as the finish is uneven, damaged in places and the tray a replacement…
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Peel and stick
I rent, and the kitchen floor is old and tarnished. Has anyone used the peel-and-stick tiles? Are they worth it? Also, what about a kitchen backsplash peel and stick any ideas, espically if your landlord is not keen on them
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Sectional recs! What’s the best sectional sofa?
I've had the two-piece modular Mello sofa from Article for years now, and it has served me well, but I've been craving a change (thinking maybe not leather but open to hearing your recs!), and I'm wondering what other sectionals everyone is loving. Do you have a sectional sofa recommendation I should know about? Thanks in…