This $3 IKEA Find Is the Perfect Small Space Kitchen Solution

A house with a sizable basement is perhaps high on the list of “nice to haves” for home buyers. But when the entire house is a basement? Well, that might be a different story. Hitting the market in Deer Creek, Illinois for $35,000 is a two-bedroom, single-bath home...

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I’ve lived in apartments and condos with no backyard for years, but the one thing my 14-year-old dog Charlie has always required is a balcony. He loves to sit outside, no matter the weather, which means he paws at the glass sliding door constantly, either to come inside or to get out. He started this habit years ago, and at first we didn’t mind opening and closing the door for him, especially since he tends to spend a ton of time outside, either snoozing or people-watching.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. The best time to upgrade your furniture is when you can snag it at a deep, deep discount. If you’ve been looking to swap out your sofa, bed, or even your dining room set, look no further. Edloe Finch, the sister brand to editor-fave Albany Park, is a Black-owned company that sells not just super-chic sofas but also furniture for nearly every room in the home. You’ll find chairs, bed frames, coffee tables, and more to refresh any space with sophisticated flair. Even better, Edloe Finch is having a huge Memorial Day Sale with discounts on select furniture for your bedroom, dining room, and living room. Now through June 1, shoppers can use the code MDAY10 for 10 percent off orders up to $1,000, and the code MDAY12 for 12 percent off orders $1000 and up. And yes, that’s on top of the sale price!

For as long as I can remember, my mom has always dropped a crumpled ball of aluminum in the dishwasher. She would place it right next to the utensils, pop in a tablet, and turn on the machine like what she did wasn’t sufficiently mysterious. I always thought it was a way to give old aluminum foil a second life — kind of how we let paper towels dry for a second use or dunk a tea bag into one more cup before tossing it. But then I saw the kitchen staff do the same thing when I was a waiter in college, confirming this was some kind of magic cleaning trick.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If you’re in the process of revamping your patio space for the summer, then you may want to take a few style cues from CB2 and Azeeza, who just launched a collaborative summer home accessories collection. This season, it’s all about that bright, cobalt blue color reminiscent of the hue seen on homes up and down the Grecian coast.

While it can be easy to obsess over your property when preparing to list it for sale, sometimes the best thing you can do is look at the house next door for inspiration and guidance. Twins Leslie Davis and Lyndsay Lamb often check out nearby properties when working on a...

Bungalows are a breath of fresh air on the historic home scene. They’re the cool, casual cousins of old houses that just happen to be over 100 years old. This petite take on a cottage is instantly recognizable with its sloping gables and inviting front porch, and the design took over the nation from roughly 1900 through 1930. From Craftsman-inspired bungalows in California to brick facades in Chicago, cities and suburbs welcomed families into this new 20th-century style en masse. With central living spaces and open-concept layouts, bungalows defined a new era in American architecture.

When we put our house on the market this spring, as part of the process, one day we had to have our neighbor friend come over and turn on the air conditioning for us. Of course, the house was in absolutely picture-perfect form at the time. It was in better shape than it’s ever been, honestly. And, you know what our friend said when he saw the immaculate inside of our home? “It looks beautiful, but it’s alien.”

Are you interested in becoming a first-time pet parent? Make your way through our starter pack. This content was created independently by our editorial team and generously underwritten by the Toyota Corolla Cross. Pets can add so much joy to a home — but with any living creature comes some...

Are you interested in becoming a first-time pet parent? Make your way through our starter pack. This content was created in partnership with the Toyota Corolla Cross. For their entire seven years together, Abby and Vic had always wanted a dog. “Most couples dream of having kids, but we dreamt of having a house full of golden retrievers,” she says. It never seemed like the right time to take the plunge. When the couple relocated from California to Dallas, away from family and friends, life suddenly felt a lot quieter.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If you have a small kitchen, chances are that counter space is at a premium. From appliances and utensil crocks to spice racks and paper towels, there are loads of kitchen items vying for limited space. That’s why we are always on the hunt for easy-to-use, affordable solutions to making the most out of the space you have. When I spotted this expandable sink organizer on Amazon, I was intrigued. Instead of relegating your soap, sponges, and other dish-cleaning supplies on the counter next to your sink, this simple device lets you keep them in the sink.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. If you’ve been thinking about adding a structure to your outdoor space this summer — a gazebo for relaxing in the shade, perhaps a pergola for vining plants, or maybe even a backyard studio-slash-guest room — but figured it was beyond your budget, a new trend might make it possible.

It’s that wonderful time of year when we get to utter those three magic words: Summer is here. And whether you have an apartment in the city or a cottage in the country, you’re probably hoping to make a few seasonal upgrades and changes. Maybe you want to turn your backyard into an outdoor dining area that reminds you of your favorite restaurant. Struck by wanderlust? Now is the time to transform your bedroom into a hotel-inspired abode.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Drop spots in homes where you can store shoes, coats, and keys are integral clutter catchalls. But if your home doesn’t have any, sometimes you have to take matters into your own hands. For inspiration, check out these five foolproof formulas for an organized entrance, from nearly non-existent to enviably large.

There are so many reasons to look forward to Memorial Day. Not only does it “officially” kick off summer — and grant many of us the pleasure of a three-day weekend — but it’s also a great time to score noteworthy deals from some of our favorite brands. While you may associate Memorial Day with discounts on big-ticket items like grills, televisions, and more, it’s also the time to stock up on things like sheets, bedding, towels, and more.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Furnishing your home takes a lot of creativity and time, but it doesn’t have to take a lot of money. Whether you’re decorating your first apartment or you’re a seasoned vet refreshing your space for the hundredth time — sticking to your budget is a must. This small-space dweller found a creative and budget-conscious solution to her furniture needs.

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Breaking a large room that needs a revamp into small one- or two-day projects can be a great way to make a big redo feel less overwhelming. This kind of piecemeal makeover proves that a small project can make a big difference, too. Not everything needs to be complete all at once, and not every makeover requires demo.

Are you interested in becoming a first-time pet parent? Make your way through our starter pack. This content was created independently by our editorial team and generously underwritten by the Toyota Corolla Cross. Home just wouldn’t be the same without the cats, dogs, and other creatures that share our spaces,...

Apartment Therapy received compensation for this post, which was written and edited independently by our editorial team. Decorating your first place can feel super liberating after going along with your parents’ design aesthetics or living within the limited confines of a dorm room. Gone are the days when you have to settle for dorm room duds, like a rickety desk or a boring (and let’s be honest, only mildly functional) shoe rack. Instead, you’re free to dress your place to the nines with decor and accessories that finally feel like you, creating an apartment that truly embodies the meaning of home.

We will never not be excited about color. It’s literal magic! Whatever mood you’re looking for — calm, creative, serene, sophisticated — a coat of paint can create it instantly. Paint has the power to transform and transport us to places that inspire us to be our best selves. And we want to add some color to your block.