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I'm still so in love with my bathroom remodel!
That's it! That's the entire post! The before: The after:
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Front Porch Ideas?
Hi! My poor front porch is in need of some assistance. I plan on trying to power wash the brick and generally cleaning it up. But any ideas for giving it more curb appeal? I was kind of thinking about painting the alcove walls and maybe even painting the tile in front of the brick?
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Help with 1913 rowhouse tiny bathroom reno!
Hello! Moving into a 1913 Craftsman era rowhouse with one family bathroom that is TINY. My partner is more traditional/mid century modern and I'm more coastal/transitional. The thing we agree on is we need a functional bathroom with lots of storage for the two of us and when our three kids are visiting. We are in our 50s…
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Kitchen remodel and add island?
We have purchased a house and want to do remodeling. The kitchen is almost square 12'9" by 12'5". We would like to put an island or at least someplace to sit and work. We can't figure out where to place it and how big it should be and in what orientation. we want sink under the three windows on the right side. We want to…
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Period Outhouse Reno - love it or losing it!
We are strongly considering embarking upon the upgrade of one set of our Georgian outhouses here on the south coast of Ireland and I’m not convinced whether I need encouragement or to be talked out of it! Likely looking to convert the original scullery, kitchen and dairying parlour into a self contained one bedroom (maybe…
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The Brownstone Boys Answered All Your Renovation Questions!
In case you missed it, the Brownstone Boys joined the community to talk all things design, DIY, and renovating. Catch up on the conversation and check out this thread to get all their great ideas and advice for your home!
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Hello from Ireland
Hi Apartment Therapy friends! 👋 I’m Sharon— a vintage-loving, garden-obsessed home renovator sharing the ongoing restoration of our old Irish farmhouse. Think wild walled gardens, timeworn stonework, and plenty of “before & after” charm with a lived-in feel. If you’re into slow renovations, mature garden transformations,…
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Designing an "all purpose" room as a college student
Hello everyone! I'm starting uni in few months and I will be moving into a shared apartment. I want to transform the room there, but I'm running out of ideas fast. I tend to jump back to old ideas of mine, but I would like to hear your ideas and perspectives. This room is around 16m2, but it has to fit many things that I…
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Building a similar bedroom. What are your likes and dislikes about this design?
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Ways to decorate and adapt apartment for couples we with dual mobility devices
How to make a plan for an apartment or tiny home that is designed and organized for a couple using a walker by one and a manual wheelchair by the other.
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Upstairs Reno - Bedrooms / Laundry
We recently renovated our guest bedrooms and turned the hallway into a laundry area. We raised the ceiling and did an exposed beam look + added sky lights to brighten it up. We are really happy with how it turned out.
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terrazzo slabs for counter tops in kitchen and bathroom
I am in the process of remodeling and want to use terrazzo slabs on all the counters- kitchen and bathrooms. Looking for your thoughts…
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Seeking Advice on Choosing Between White Oak and Red Oak Flooring
Hello Apartment Therapy community! I'm in the process of selecting hardwood flooring for my living room and am torn between white oak and red oak. I appreciate the durability of both, but I'm uncertain about the aesthetic differences and how they might complement my existing decor. Has anyone made a similar choice? I'd…
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Stainless steel countertops?
Hi there, My husband and I are about to extend on our London flat, which means we will be designing the kitchen from scratch. It will be open plan with the living/dining room. We are avid cooks and entertain a ton. We are considering stainless steel worktops for all/some of the kitchen as we like an industrial look, but is…
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Fireplace Dilemma
Help! I inherited this dated ultra wide fireplace that dominates my family room. It’s so wide I feel like it makes the ceiling feel lower. Any suggestions for updating it would be greatly appreciated.
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Pole Wrap
Looking for information regarding the buying of Pole Wrap type materials, looking for long pieces ie 96" floor to ceiling x differing widths, wider the better, was planning on using fluted wall panels, but it can get expensive, I saw a video using the pole wrap, and it looks so much easier.
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Wood cladding advice?
Hi everyone, I'm working on a custom cabin project and am considering using charred wood cladding (Shou Sugi Ban style) for the exterior siding. I'm particularly interested in its durability and unique aesthetic. The cabin will be exposed to all kinds of weather — heavy rain, snow, and intense sun — so I need something…
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Kitchen design layout of island
I am remodeling my condo and am currently working on the kitchen design. Please see attached, I want an island and am trying to figure out the best way to place. Currently, it seems to close in the kitchen area and am considering moving it farther out into the dining room. Any ideas are appreciated and helpful!…
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How do I find a reasonably priced decorator in NYC???
I am about to renovate our apartment for the first time in 30+ years and I am terrified…by the whole thing but mostly by the thought of having to decorate it all once it's done. I have absolutely no eye for decor and it would probably be really helpful to hire someone to help with this but I'm trying not to overspend as…
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Is it difficult to install Victorian floor tiles?
Hi everyone, I’ve recently been looking into adding some Victorian floor tiles to my hallway and front path. I love the classic black and white chequered style with a border – but I’ve heard it can be a bit tricky to lay them properly, especially when it comes to patterns and symmetry. Has anyone here tried installing…