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Holiday (mood) board sharing 🎁
I'm starting to get in the holiday spirit over here, and I wanted to share a board I made on Apartment Therapy in case you all wanted to get one of your own started! Here's my holiday decor and gifting idea board ⭐ I needed a place to save my inspiration. Here's how you can make one: When browsing the AT site, you'll…
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Choosing a rug/rug color for bedroom
Hello!! I moved into a new apartment a few months ago and have been trying my best to decorate and to have it feel homey. I recently put up mauve (faux) velvet curtains. The room has touches of pink and purple, red, and other colors. My issue is trying to figure out an area rug that can tie the whole place together and…
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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 do you find furniture alternatives/dupes?
How do you find furniture alternatives/dupes?
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Small entryway
looking to make my entry way more stylish and functional
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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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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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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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Breakfast nook decor
Need help with this breakfast nook corner as well ❤️
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Is their a faux holiday garland brand you swear by?
I'm looking to add more faux garland to our holiday decor scheme this year. Sometimes the ones I see recommended online can arrive looking pretty thin. I know the trick is to sometimes buy two and wrap them together, but has anyone been pleasantly surprised with faux holiday garland they've purchased online recently?…
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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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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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👋 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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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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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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help with choosing a new mirror
replacing this mirror- any suggestions?
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Has anyone found a wireless sconce they like? (With some style!)
We've been experimenting with different wall sconce placement in our dining room, which has more windows than wall space, without having to commit to having new electrical wiring installed. I thought I'd struck gold with this gorgeous one I found on Amazon (it comes in a set of two with rechargeable LED lights and remote)…
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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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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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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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FLUFFY duvet
My duvet is all flat and leaking feathers :( Do you have any suggestions of fluffy duvets you love?? Or how to keep them that way?!
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Feng Shui and Your Home - House Therapist here to help.
Anyone Feng Shui or Holistic Design curious? Send me your Questions!! Hey all, I'm Abby and I am a House Therapist specializing in holistic interior design and styling based in Feng Shui. I love AT and would just love to reach out to more people through this platform. I think of Shui as a way to partner with your space to…
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Which organizers do you prefer to buy from the dollar/discount store?
Lately, it feels like everywhere you look super discount retailers (like ALDI and Dollar General and Dollar Tree) are selling home organizers — from bins to baskets and beyond. I like my organizers to last, so I don't mind paying higher prices for a sturdy one that solves a major problem for me longterm, but it seems the…
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Remove or mitigate cat smell
One of our beloved cats urinated inside a plywood cabinet. The mess sat unnoticed. Once found, I tried baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, steel brush, and enzyme urine deodorizer. Any other suggestions?
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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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Portable washer and dryer
Does anyone have a rec for the best portable washer and dryer for apartments? My neighbor was asking me for recommendations, and I'd never used one before. She said in Europe they're frequently used: Thanks!
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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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Excessive Mirrors In My Home
Hi all! Every single closet in my apartment have sliding doors and they are all covered in mirrors. Every.Single.One. Ugh! Replacing them all is not in the budget unfortunately. I am currently redesigning my bedroom and would like to figure out a way to disguise the wall of mirrors opposite my bed. All the mirror doors are…
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Storage Locker - Condo/Apartment
Does anyone here who has an on site storage room/locker (approx 7'x4' cage) have suggestions for organizing all the 'stuff' just shoved in. I have a shelving unit but it is 'stuffed' as well.
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Favorite mattress toppers?
Hi friends, I'm buying a new bed soon, and would love to feel like I'm sleeping on a cloud. Or on a pile of sheep. Do you have a mattress topper that you love? If so, please share!
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Your laundry day organizational heroes?
hi! i just did my least favorite chore: laundry. i don't have in-unit laundry, and i live in the city, so picture this… I wheel my laundry in a suitcase to the laundromat, then wheel it back and carry it up my fourth floor walk-up. it's not my favorite! but one thing I do love is this over-door drying rack from Brabantia…
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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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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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Looking for similar lamp (living room end tables)
This is a lamp from Pottery Barn that I really love, but am hoping to find something less expensive. Any suggestions for something similar —- It is great because it pulls together some soft blues and whites in the room, isn't stark/bold n color, and is on the narrow side (narrower than 14.5 inches, the width of the end…
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Clothes Hanger Storage
I have a small condo with very little storage. I recently did a clothes closet clean out and had 30 flocked hangers I didn’t want to get rid of. Problem is where to store them. I found this on Amazon. Magnetic. Put it in the side of my washing machine(which is in a closet). Think it will work great.
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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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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…
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What’s your favorite mattress brand? What’s the best mattress everyone is using?
What’s your favorite mattress brand? What’s the best mattress everyone is using?
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What is the best mattress for back pain?
I have had the same queen-sized mattress for almost 11 years now (yikes!). It's getting to the point that when I roll over in the middle of the night (I'm a bit of an active sleeper) I can hear my back crack in like a dozen tiny pops. And I have back pain almost every day. We're looking to FINALLY replace our mattress this…
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Stomach Sleeper Problems! Best mattress for stomach sleepers?
I have been a certified stomach sleeper forever, but I still haven't found the perfect mattress and pillows for my sleep style. What's the best mattress for stomach sleepers?Can any of my fellow stomach sleepers offer some recommendations? 😴
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Retailer
I have seen Yamakazi Home mentioned here a few times Has anyone ordered from them. If so what was your experience ie. Quality. Time to receive order. Customer Service Thanks😁
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What's the best vacuum for cleaning up pet hair?
Does anyone have a favorite vacuum cleaner? I'm looking for something that's especially great for pet hair. I have a Dyson Cyclone V10 right now, which has been really good overall, but after a few years of heavy-duty Basset Hound hair, I'm starting to wonder if it's dulling out. Here is my pup! What vacuum do you all like…
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What’s the best sofa for small spaces?
What’s the best sofa for small spaces? Are there any brands that are better than others, affordable, or just look super stylish in a small space?
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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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Organizing Scarves and Purses
I have about 30 scarves, and I have tried many ways to store them. I don't like any of the ways. I bought one of those hangers that you can put scarves through little holes. I tied them to the rod in the closet. But then I never could find the scarf I wanted at the moment without feeling overwhelmed. I used to keep them in…
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Clever storage tips
I moved out of a house & only took cherished items. I have a cluttered living space & need storage ideas! Karin
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Sofa that will hold up to animals?
We'll be sharing our new space with our grown daughter who has a large, short-haired dog and one long-haired cat. Any ideas on types of sofa or sofa covers that will hold up to heavy use and lots of hair?
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Hanging basket
Hi there, I’m looking for some help sourcing a beautiful plant hanging basket that was featured, about indoor plants. I have attached a picture. I’ve spent hours searching the internet without success. If anyone could help me locate a supplier for this gorgeous basket I’d greatly appreciate it. Thank you so much. Jojo
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Jewelry chaos
I have decades of jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, rings, and pins, primarily) that I have created or collected. No “store-bought” solutions that I have seen meet my requirements: capacity, protection of pieces, usability and access to items, and effective organization of collection. HELP!
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Seeking Science and Astronomy Decor Ideas for Coffee Table
Hi everyone, I'm looking to add some unique decor items to my coffee table, specifically around the themes of science and astronomy 🌍️. I'm thinking of items that can spark conversation and add a touch of cosmic charm to my living room. Any suggestions for stylish and interesting pieces that fit this theme? For example,…