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Dreaming of an Apartment Therapy home feature? Drop your questions here! 🏠
Ever wondered what it takes to get your home featured in a House Call or House Tour on Apartment Therapy? This post is for you! Whether you're in the middle of a home project or have already completed one, read on for some of our top FAQs and best tips on standing out and getting featured. Frequently asked questions:…
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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!
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Hanging Art in Narrow Spaces
My living room walls are just 2.9 meters apart and already have artwork on them. I have about 4 smaller pieces which I’m thinking of displaying but don’t really know if I should given the current number of the pieces already on the walls. Thus I’d be grateful for your recommendation as to how to hang the other pieces if…
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How would you design this small studio apt (with seperate kitchen)?
I'm having a hard time to come up with ideas where to put everything and how to make this small space look good. Now it just looks old and rugged, but I'm not allowed to do any permanent changes, so I need to fix this by decorating. I'd need to fit a bed and a tv here at least and find out where to store my books and…
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wall paint colors high rise apartment floor to ceiling windows lake view
I live in a high rise apartment with floor to ceiling windows and lake view (blue). What colors would be good for walls? I do not like white walls. Thanks!
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Frustrated in a Apartment Addition
I’m inquisitive about looking in to the coding of permits issued. I have heard from surrounding neighbors that this 35+ house turned triplex has had a parade of tenants. I’m on the top floor created for a mother-in-law suite. Very little insulation, improper ventilation and many unusual things are unknown to the current…
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Rearrange bed
hi. can anyone suggest how do I rearrange my bed as i am smoking so im thinking to move the sofas ? ? Or bed? 😅
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Accent Chair Recommendations for Small Living Room
Would love some help finding a great accent chair for our space :). We have been looking into something like these: or . But would love extra ideas to complete the living room :D
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Request for Condo Kitchen Upgrade Ideas
I have a very small kitchen which has no light. I am sharing the kitchen pics and the outside wall of the kitchen that is facing the living room. I am looking forward to getting ideas from fellow community members who are so creative (Sigh! I wish I was as creative as you awesome folks are!) Looking forward to hearing from…
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Studio apartment with no windows
how do I bring light into a very small studio apartment that has no windows?
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Open Concept
How do I put bright colors together in a open concept apartment ?
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Need to improve dining area
I am renting a condo with a small dining area. I was able to fit my grandmother's dining room furniture (which means a lot to me) because the table has removable leaves plus drop leaves. I just feel it is a bit dull for my taste. I am open to ideas except replacing the furniture.
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Odd shaped den/office guest room ideas
I live in a classic 1 bed Chicago apartment from 1901 so the rooms are all shaped odd (but with tall ceilings and a lot of character) and I have this den under the stairs that I have used as an office but want to add some sort of sleeping arrangement for guests. I can move my desk to the large blank wall and give myself 6'…
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Where do you start
I’m moving in a couple weeks and I have no idea where start packing. Help!!!!!!!
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Help with decorating a hallway/long wall
I'm looking for ideas for what to do with this long wall in a narrow hallway and bedroom. I've found it intimidating to figure out how to use this space, so it's just been left blank and it could really use some life.
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Galley Kitchen / Foyer Update
Looking to update this galley kitchen with new cabinets, countertop, wall backsplash and flooring. Any design recommendation and color way recommendations would be helpful. Need to figure out a good flooring color that flows nicely from the wood foyer color. I would also like tips on the wall decoration between the…
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Wallpaper
I live in an apartment, I want to use wallpaper in my bathroom. Is there a wallpaper that I can use and not worry about the wallpaper tearing up the wall if removed.
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Ideas, thoughts on how to update my cozy apartment
Hello everyone, first time posting, but have been following AT over the years. I will be moving soon to my cozy lil apartment. Here's some pics of the very 1985 (when it was built) kitchen, open plan living area. I love the older style of this place and the bag rendered walls, but that kitchen?? hahaha, it will work for…
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Advice for the layout for my art studio space
Hey everyone wanted to ask if anyone has advice for this space. Apartment living, open concept for the kitchen and living room - part of which I turned into an art studio space. I need some more workable table space - right now I struggle with the flow and don't feel it works right now. I'd love for it to feel cozier and…
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Arranging a studio
hello I’ve been trying to figure out how to maximize space and organize my studio , I’m struggling and trying to add things but not sure how to arrange it
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help changing dining chandalier and centered , balcony refresh
florida 1980s condo needs a refresh starting with smaller projects like changing hanging lamp and have centered as well as doing something with balcony.. plz help thnx in advance
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I really need help!!!!
hi everyone! I need some help on how to decorate my living room where my furniture and what not. Right now I’m just working with what I have. I just have a futon as my sofa and I’ve got two chairs that match and I have bookcases and table. I just don’t know where I should put everything for it to flow right. Please excuse…
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Hardwood vs. engineered wood for apartment
Trying to figure out which is better for our 1200 square foot apartment…thoughts? experiences you might have had? Please advise!!
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Ideal layout for this living room?
Hi, I am looking for guidance on the ideal layout of this living room. It is 10'9" x 18'0' as shown in the floor plan below. Please ignore the current placement of the couch in the screenshots below, I am just including these pictures to further illustrate the room layout, specifically how the kitchen flows right into the…
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Creative Ideas for Refreshing and Updating Living Room and Sun Room
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More book shelves than books
like a lot of apartments in NYC, our family’s home has a lot of clutter. 2025 goals of making a dent in things… starting with our large built-in bookcase. Planning to purge this weekend… which is good in terms of de-cluttering but bad in making it even more obvious that we have more bookshelves than books. Curious to know…
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need advice on the wall art
Wanna replace the current one with something new. Any suggestion?
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Reorder and make this space more welcoming
I live from recycling. what people think of throwing away I take if I like it. There's a bit of mess but it's really complicated to keep this open space in order... HELP
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wooden corner
which type a wooden corner will looks good here
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My entry nook needs SOMETHING
This is the space as you enter my small apartment (opposite the kitchen). I would love some ideas on how to maximize the space with storage without it feeling overwhelming as soon as you walk in. My style combines modern with a bit of glam x industrial. Access to the side walls is needed for the light switch and intercom.…
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Organizing Displaying Sweatshirts
I've recently gotten into buying more sweatshirts and am running out of room to keep them. I live in a small NYC apt and my decor style is very maximalist. I find that when I have things out and about on display I use them more bc they're easy to grab. IE I have purses mixed into bookshelves Any clever ways on…
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Ground level patio needs some privacy AND personality
I have a long, narrow ground floor patio space that I never use for a number of reasons. One is zero privacy. I used wood clamps to successfully hang christmas decorations this holiday and I want to use them to create a six foot curtain on the far end of the patio. In addition, I've always had these metal chairs and the…
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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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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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Designing Apt without Much Light and Clear base Colors
Our new apartment has very a yellow/orange ish floor colors, not much natural light. We would like to find creative ways to design the living room and dining area in a way that will contradict a bit, but my wife and I are really not that good. We currently own a sofa (bright gray), and a chaise (brown), but everything else…
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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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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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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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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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Anyone in Rogers Park?
Hi! I'm Jeremy. I'm a folk artist and writer here in Chicago's Roger's Park. I enjoy quilting, painting, writing, and cooking with my partner. I write a newsletter titled The Patchwork Principle (patchworkprinciple.substack.com) Wild I didn't realize Apartment Therapy had an online community until tonight! I've been a…
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Got a design dilemma? Share it here, and we’ll create a visual solution for you!
Alright friends, we're talking design dilemmas! We all have them. Whether it's picking the perfect paint color, arranging furniture in a small space, or finding a way to make your rental feel like home, we’re here to help! Drop your design dilemma in this thread, and our team will create visuals and share ideas to inspire…
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Getting ready to Move
Hi! I live in a very cluttered 3 bedroom and 2 bath, 1200 sq foot apartment. I want to declutter and pack. I move on March 20th, 2025. What is the easiest and fastest way to declutter, organize, then pack? I have difficulty letting go of things and my home is overflowing with things jumbled together. I am paralyzed by…
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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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Show us your holiday decorations ✨
I'm not putting up a tree this year, but I'm still doing what I can to add a touch of holiday joy to my home: lots of pine, a wreath I made, silly ornaments hanging in random places, and ribbon everywhere! How are you getting into the holiday spirit?
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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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Thank you for inviting me
My name is Kerry and I live in a townhouse in Australia just 15 minutes out from Adelaide. I read post from someone who had taken the brave step to use the chaos decluttering method to organise her things and then read more and now I am hooked. I am the queen of clutter to the point that most rooms are multi purpose…
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BEFORE & AFTER / SOUTH OF FRANCE APARTMENT
BEFORE & AFTER / FRANCE APARTMENT: I wanted to share our home renovations over the last few years that started with our little apartment (527 s.f.) in the South of France. We purchased it just before COVID and it proved to be very challenging since it was our first renovation. We hired a contractor just before the…
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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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Hiding an air conditioner in plain sight
Does anyone have any ideas of how to hide a window unit AC in plain sight when not in the window? We take our AC out of the window at the end of the season every year. We used to hide it behind our couch but that’s no longer an option. I was thinking of having box made so that would mask the unit and it could double as a…
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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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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?