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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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Any suggestions to spice up my kitchen?
Hello! I rent a place with nice kitchen amenities — but I'm thinking about either painting the wall color or even putting a peel & stick backsplash as the walls get scratched up with extended use. I'm not sure what color or faux tile type would look best in this kitchen! Any suggestions?
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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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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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how to up date my 1970 kitchen.
I would love to rip everything out and start new but that's not an option at this time .my walls are fabricated stone with barn yard wood panel in the middle of each section it looks kind of cave like. My husband did all the work himself and I guess at that time it was really the in thing and he did a really nice job but…
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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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Open cabinets
I'm looking for some creative ideas . I have open cabinets in my rental and I want to cover some of them but I don't like the idea of curtains. Has anyone done something creative to cover open cabinets? I don't have a ton of money so I'm looking for inexpensive or diy(somewhat simple or not requiring special tools).
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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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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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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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How do you organize deep shelves in cabinets and closets?
I have a pantry cabinet with shelves that are 11 inches deep and a closet in my bathroom with shelves that are 26 inches deep. In both places, it's hard to organize items in a way that you can see everything or easily get out what you need. How can I organize them so I can actually find things and not have food or items…
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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…
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Kitchen ventilation and airflow
Hello . I recently came across this forum and found it helpful. I have posted some pictures of my kitchen. I reside in an apartment which has a small kitchen . It is surrounded by walls from all 4 sides with an entrance door as the only opening. Ventilation and air flow is the main problem. It gets very hot and humid…
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Kitchen update in a rental
We just finished an update to our rental kitchen that hasn't been updated since the building was built in 2007 and quite honestly even then there were no design decisions. It felt like it was whatever was least expensive was picked. We took down the cabinets to sand, prime, and paint with a beautiful Sherwin Williams…
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Tiny NYC Rental Kitchen Inspo (Share Yours!)
Sometimes design challenges inspire the most creativity, and these tiny NYC rental kitchens are proof. 👏 Are you dealing with a small footprint? Lack of storage? Outdated fixtures? Get inspo from some of these previous house tours — and thread your own to keep adding to this list! 1. Lisa covered the backsplash with peel…
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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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Any recommendations for kitchen storage shelving?
Hi there! I recently got married (yippee) and now have real 8-piece sets of bowls/plates/etc and a few new appliances. I live in a Brooklyn apartment and while my kitchen is pretty generous, I'm still butting up against space issues. I'm looking for a shelving unit to take up some negative space in my kitchen + provide…
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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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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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Best pans for cooking?
After a few great years with my beautiful Caraway pans, I'm searching for something new! I suspect I've turned the heat up too high while using my pan because the non-stick isn't really non-stick anymore, and it's looking burnt 😣 What pans are you all using in the kitchen? Do you have one you really love? Let me hear your…
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Best pantry organizers for under $100?
What does everyone use to organize their pantry? Do you have an organizational process for where you place things? Since I'm just getting started, I'm ideally looking for budget-friendly recommendations. Maybe something easy to tackle like these baskets or something similar: I'd really love to know what has worked for you,…
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Tips on how to paint your kitchen cabinets?
Has anyone ever braved the DIY of painting their kitchen cabinets? I'd love to hear your experience and an honest opinion on whether it's a project worth tackling yourself. I know everyone recommends sanding/priming first, but what else is there to know? Any tips to share?
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Peel and stick backsplash?
I'm v curious to try some in my kitchen but I don't even know where to start! I'd love a zellige tile look. Do any of you have any recs or inspo photos you like?! TIA!!
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Can you share your favorite peel-and-stick renter-friendly countertops?
Can you share your favorite peel-and-stick renter-friendly countertops? I need some inspiration!
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Give me your best spice rack organizers 🌶️
You're all slowly inspiring me to keep things a bit more tidy behind the scenes at home (yay!). During a recent cabinet cleaning, I realized that my spices are a mess! I have some on a lazy Susan next to the stovetop, and the rest are in a cabinet. What are the best spice rack organizers you all love and use? Something…
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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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How do you organize your fridge to avoid waste?
How do you organize your fridge to avoid waste?
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Recipe Chaos!
how do y’all organize your recipes?? I print out my faves from nutritionists and then stack into categories, but that’s where they stay. Big piles of paper!! SO much to look thru when I need one. Would love to know how everyone else manages. Thanks for the help!
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Decluttering & Organizing Your Kitchen
Hey everyone, One day, I was making my dream bubble tea in the kitchen. As I was washing ingredients, the sink got clogged, and I realized how chaotic the space under my sink had become. That incident pushed me to organize my kitchen better. Here are the tips I used: Under the Kitchen Sink Stackable Bins: I started using…
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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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Under the kitchen sink organization!
Hello design-y friends! Does anyone have photos of their organized cabinets under their kitchen sinks? Mine is currently a mess of various cleaning materials, buckets, trash bags, etc etc etc. Thanks!!
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Moving to smaller space
I'm moving to a smaller space. Getti.g rid of giant furniture and years of paper memories. Looking for suggestions for an office setup, older eat in kitchen and lack of dining room.
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Looking for a kitchen designer in Chicago for small condo
Hi, We're looking for a designer for our very small kitchen in a vintage condo in Chicago. We'd like to possibly re-use our current Ikea cabinets—either paint them or just get new fronts. Open to possibilities!
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Multi-use kitchen space needs help
This is section of my kitchen has become a multi-use space that could use some help. For reference, I'm a renter in a small railroad-style apartment. On top of the chef block, I store fruits and veggies that don't need to be in the fridge. It can get quite crowded up here on grocery haul days. I like storing these here but…
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Show us your kitchen!
I've shown you mine, now, I'd love to see yours!
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What's your favorite (and least favorite!) area to organize in your home?
I'll go first: I love folding sweatshirts (it's so niche but I feel super relaxed while doing it) and loathe reorganizing my spice cabinet. I wish I had a drawer, but all I have is a super tiny cabinet so I haven't quite found a way to organize it yet. (Open to suggestions!)
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What's the best way to display cookbooks?
I have a ton of cookbooks that are in piles around my apartment! I don't necessarily mind it, but I feel like I often forget to use them because the piles are scattered around my small apartment and not in my direct view. I'd love to see how other people display their cookbooks 🤗
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What easy DIYs should I do to my kitchen
OK, I have a teeny tiny kitchen (spot the mini fridge!). The cabinets don't close, the floor tiles are loose…. there's a lot I want to do! What easy DIYs would you suggest to make an instant difference? I'd love for it to be light, bright, and even a little bit more modern haha
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Help me choose new hardware for my kitchen!
Hi, therapists! I'm Megan, Apartment Therapy's Home Projects Director, and I am here today with a Q I'd love your help with! I'm considering some new pulls for my kitchen cabinets. The current silvery ones are the pulls that came with the house, and they're fine — but I think they're not the best fit for my mid-century…
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Open concept kitchens: Love 'em or hate 'em? 🤔
Open concept kitchens: Love 'em or hate 'em? 🤔 Share your reason(s) why!
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Dollar tree
which is the cabinet rack at dollar tree
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hi + help me pick out hardware!
Hi, AT community! I'm Sarah, AT's assistant editor of Home Projects, and I'm hoping you can help me with a lil project of my own: I want to add a drawer pull to this table in my kitchen. (Fun fact, this Crate & Barrel table was actually a wedding gift someone gave to my parents about 30 yrs ago.) Somewhere along those 30…
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the magical powers of peel-and-stick in my rental kitchen
first time using peel-and-stick on cabinetry and it went surprisingly better than expected! I want to try tackling the beveled-edges next, but happy with the progress so far. Does anyone have any favorite peel-and-stick brands they'd recommend?
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Colorful Kitchen/Dining Room Chairs?
I would love fun chairs for the dining nook off of our kitchen — ideally colorful ones, but also open to white ones! I'm planning on getting a fairly basic rectangular walnut table, and this is my chandelier. My style is colorful and transitional but leaning toward modern, and every painted chair I find is either too…
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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!