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The Week's Top Family Posts — May 13-17, 2013
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Sophia & Charlotte's Perfectly Balanced Shared Room
Total Toy Flashback: The 1980s
Reid's Excellent Eclectic Room
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Repurposing 101: How To Make This Into That — Apartment Therapy Video Roundup
I've always admired people with a knack for repurposing, the ones who can go to an antique store or garage sale and see endless potential in somebody else's old stuff. Kasey and Jordana Henke, the co-owners of an Etsy shop selling vintage goods, are two such people, and they've generously shared some of their ideas with us. Show More Summary
Vote: New Entries for Friday 5.17.13 — Small Cool Contest
Who has the smallest coolest home? It's up to you to decide. Click through to check out today's entries and then vote for your favorites. International: Sebastian's Multipurpose Space Teeny-Tiny: Shari's Airstream Studio Tiny: Jason's...Show More Summary
Looking Up: Wallpaper on the Ceiling
As a designer, I've always got my eyes peeled for those little details that make a room stand out from the crowd. One such idea I'm loving lately? Wallpapered ceilings. This design trick is nothing new (we've talked about it here and here), but it's uncommon enough that it still feels fresh and innovative, not to mention whimsical. More
Leslie's Enchanting Sunlight — Small Cool Contest
Like this Small Cool 2013 contest entry? Favorite it below! Name: Leslie Location: Chicago, IL Square Feet: 300 Division: Teeny-Tiny What I Love About My Small Home: I am consistently enchanted about the amount of natural sunlight I get in my space. Show More Summary
Love Yourself by Lim Heng Swee — On The Wall
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Design Q&A with Jeff Andrews
Though his clients may be high-profile (the entire Kardashian clan, Ryan Seascrest, Michael C. Hall, America Ferrera), Jeff Andrews is, like the interiors he designs, very low-key. Perhaps it's a by-product of his former life — as a...Show More Summary
Inspiring Mix of Materials and Textures Exhibited by Casa Spa in Peru
A highly modern architecture approach, a generous mix of materials, spacious interiors and extensive ocean views characterize Casa Spa, located in Playa Gaviotas, Canete, Peru. The project was envisioned by Gomez de la Torre & Guerrero...Show More Summary
Alana's Gut Renovation — Small Cool Contest
Like this Small Cool 2013 contest entry? Favorite it below! Name: Alana Location: Brooklyn, NY Square Feet: 550 Division: Tiny What I Love About My Small Home: Everything has its place. It's like living on a boat or a submarine. It forces us to be very particular about our belongings. Show More Summary
Farrah Abraham Wants $3 Million L.A. Mansion -- Hey Wait, Wasn’t That Sex Tape Money Supposed to Go Toward Her Master's?
Post by Lindsay Mannering Backdoor Teen Mom Farrah Abraham is shopping for a home in L.A. The 21-year-old porn star has decided to settle down in Hollywood so she can get on a reality show, or maybe make another sex tape that gets accidentally...Show More Summary
U.S. Source for Contemporary Glass Chandelier? — Good Questions
Q: Hi - I really would like this lamp, but I will need to have it taken apart, shipped from the small store where I found it in Italy, and reassembled here in the US. And it isn't very inexpensive to start with. Has anyone seen a similar lamp available online? Thanks so much. More
Ice Cream Social!
I was out for a stroll the other day when I heard it: the tinkling, warbling, tinny sound of summer — an ice cream truck! I couldn't even pretend to play it cool. My heart still skips a beat when I hear an ice cream truck kicking out the jams in the distance. So let's get excited about the sweet, sticky months ahead. First order of business: ice cream. More
Carly's Converted Warehouse — Small Cool Contest
Like this Small Cool 2013 contest entry? Favorite it below! Name: Carly Location: Minneapolis, MN Square Feet: 670 Division: Little What I Love About My Small Home: The location and character of my small home is what first made it so appealing to me. Show More Summary
Find Your Style: 20 Classic to Contemporary Kitchens to Add to Your Inspiration Board
It's probably a good thing that I'm a renter. Because if I wasn't, I'd actually have to decide on a kitchen design. And with all of the options out there, how would I ever choose?? If you are planning a renovation (or just day dreaming!), here are just a few of the spaces that I find inspiring - find your favorites and pin away! More
DIY Ideas:Closet Hangers with Panache
I've been working on my closet for some time now, trying to figure out how to maximize space and make it feel less utilitarian and more glamorous. Now that I've made some progress — or at least have a solid plan — I can focus on the little details. Pretty frocks deserve pretty hangers, don't you think?
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Smart Dog Leash Carries Everything You Need for Walkies
Dog owners may get a lot out of having their furry friends around, but they also have to give a lot of care. Taking Poochy for a walk can almost seem like an outing with an infant: you have to take along the poop bags, the treats, the water dish and throw in a flashlight [...]
Luz's Lucky Location — Small Cool Contest
Like this Small Cool 2013 contest entry? Favorite it below! Name: Luz Location: San Francisco, CA Square Feet: 600 Division: Tiny What I Love About My Small Home: We love that we're right by Fisherman's Wharf! Our apartment has everything...Show More Summary
Don't Assume I'm a Bad 'Handyman' Just Because I'm a Woman
Post by Jenny Isenman
Today, my new neighbor came by looking for my hubby.
"He's sleeping," I told him.
"Oh, well. Would you mind sending him by when he wakes up? I just had a quick question," he said as he walked off.
"Do you need to know how to spell something? Because then it'd be worth waiting for him to wake up," I replied. Show More Summary
The Weekend Guide: National Sales & Events Calendar — May 17, 2013
Wherever you are in the country, there's a sale or shopping event to get you out of the house this weekend. From the Modernica Factory Sale in LA to the Renegade Craft Fair in Austin to a host of Design Week events in New York, there are plenty of reasons to get out and freshen up your home. Show More Summary
How To Propagate Cacti & Succulents — Apartment Therapy Tutorials
Gardening is one of my favorite hobbies, but it can also be expensive when you start buying lots of plants and pots. What if you could double, triple, even quadruple the number of plants you currently have without spending a dime? If you have a little bit of time on your hands, along with a lot of patience, you can do just that. Show More Summary
