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This House Is Secretly a Harry Potter Wonderland, Complete with a Hogwarts Express Train

This House Is Secretly a Harry Potter Wonderland, Complete with a Hogwarts Express Train If you want to visit Hogwarts, there are many ways to do get there including, hopping on the Knight Bus, acquiring Floo Powder, and as it turns out, buying a $5.45 million house in Florida.Zillow Gone Wild, an Instagram account dedicated to unbelievable real estate listings, recently discovered an 8...

This Simple Accessory Changed My Sleep Routine for the Better — and I Only Wish I Had Gotten It Sooner

This Simple Accessory Changed My Sleep Routine for the Better — and I Only Wish I Had Gotten It Sooner Taking excellent care of my hair is one of my Top 5 priorities, right up there with my health, family, finances, and peace of mind (in no particular order). So trust me when I say that not only is haircare important in the hours that I’m awake, but when I’m asleep, too! I’ve worn silk and sati...

Williams Sonoma’s Presidents Day Sale Includes KitchenAid, All-Clad, and More Editor-Favorite Brands

Williams Sonoma’s Presidents Day Sale Includes KitchenAid, All-Clad, and More Editor-Favorite Brands As we’ve been keeping tabs on all the amazing Presidents Day sales happening right now, we’ve come across some impressive deals. Earlier this week, we picked out our favorite cookware sales from Staub and Le Creuset. Now, we’re here to tell you all about the Williams Sonoma Presidents Day sale...

This Gothic Farmhouse for Sale in Upstate New York Comes with a Chicken Coop

This Gothic Farmhouse for Sale in Upstate New York Comes with a Chicken Coop and a Fire Pit Address: 2430 Route 9D, Wappingers Falls, New YorkPrice: $850,000Size: 3,260 square feetBedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 2.5Owning a farmhouse in upstate New York is the dream, right? How about a Gothic one that’s painted black and was renovated by an artist? With a breezy porch out front? Now that’s the u...

The 30 Best Bedroom Makeovers We’ve Ever Seen

The 30 Best Bedroom Makeovers We’ve Ever Seen February is Bedroom Month on Apartment Therapy! We’re sharing stories all month about bedrooms — from how to decorate them, to the fascinating history of them, and so much more. Head over here to see them all!Although it’s a room you spend nearly half of your life in, the bedroom often falls g...

This 642-Square-Foot Chicago Studio Contains a Creative DIY Moss Art Piece

This 642-Square-Foot Chicago Studio Contains a Creative DIY Moss Art Piece Kevin Coleman shares this 642-square-foot, "Geometric Minimalism" style studio apartment with his dog, Langston.

HGTV Expert Breegan Jane Uses These 3 Hues to Create Instant Serenity at Home

HGTV Expert Breegan Jane Uses These 3 Hues to Create Instant Serenity at Home When wanting to create a calming and serene environment at home, many actionable ideas might come to mind — from keeping things neat and tidy with savvy storage solutions that will help you declutter with ease, to adding warmth and coziness through ambient lighting and accessories. For HGTV’s Br...

HGTV’s “Good Bones” Swears By This Art for Adding Depth and Interest Into a Room

HGTV’s “Good Bones” Swears By This Art for Adding Depth and Interest Into a Room Mural walls are having a big moment right now — whether they’re a calming nature-inspired design like the tropical jungle mural that Gabrielle Union installed into her daughter’s nursery room, or a bold and bright abstract mural wall that even minimalists could get on board with. So it’s som...

Every Presidents Day Rug Sale You Can’t Afford to Miss

Every Presidents Day Rug Sale You Can’t Afford to Miss There’s nothing like a new rug to make your space feel fresh, and Presidents Day weekend just so happens to be one of the best times to snag one for way less. Whether you’re looking for something brand new or authentically vintage, we’ve rounded up the best sales you can shop now if you’re h...

7 Ways to Make Shopping Local a Lifelong Habit

7 Ways to Make Shopping Local a Lifelong Habit A canvas tote bag emblazoned with the motto “Shop Local” is a regular sight on city streets, but how often is it filled with finds and returns from big-box stores? Everyone wants to support their local businesses, but often it’s easier (understandably so!) to just place an order online or stop...

This Urban Outfitters Sale Is Your Chance to Snag an Extra 30% Off Colorful Bedding and Decor

This Urban Outfitters Sale Is Your Chance to Snag an Extra 30% Off Colorful Bedding and Decor I don’t know about you, but once February rolls around, I have one thing on my mind: spring. I may be jumping the gun, but by this time of year, I’m more than ready to bid adieu to the cold, dreary days of winter and revel in some springtime fun. And if there’s one thing the season is known fo...

All the Best Sofa Deals to Shop This Presidents Day Weekend

All the Best Sofa Deals to Shop This Presidents Day Weekend If you’re feeling the urge to refresh your space for spring and get rid of furniture that’s seen better days, now’s the time to do it. Presidents Day weekend is a major one for big sales, and this year does not disappoint. Whether you’re in the market for a full-size sofa, a sectional, a lov...

Renters Are Flocking to the Suburbs. Here Are the 6 Places They’re Moving To

Renters Are Flocking to the Suburbs. Here Are the 6 Places They’re Moving To The real estate market continues to be hot as 2022 kicks off. While it’s not surprising that high prices and low inventory continue to keep the dream of homeownership just out of reach for some, it is interesting to see exactly which towns are bringing in new renters in droves. According to RentCa...

This 1929 Studio in LA 'Celebrates Rather Than Conceals' Its Vintage Quirks

This 1929 Studio in LA 'Celebrates Rather Than Conceals' Its Vintage Quirks Prepare to drool over the arched doorways, original crown moulding, mid-century furniture, vintage fabrics, retro tile, and neat artwork.

The TikTok-Famous Stain Treatment That Saves My Kids’ Clothes is Less Than $10 and Has Near-Perfect Amazon Reviews

The TikTok-Famous Stain Treatment That Saves My Kids’ Clothes is Less Than $10 and Has Near-Perfect Amazon Reviews Marinara sauce. Mac and cheese. Every color of non-washable marker in existence. As mom to two young boys, I’m no stranger to difficult-to-remove stains. Luckily, my kids are growing like weeds, so by the time they effectively rub pizza all over their shirts, it’s almost time for a size upgrade....

B&A: A Boring Basement Bedroom Gets a $2,000 Old-World-Inspired Redo

Before and After: A Boring Basement Bedroom Gets a $2,000 Old-World-Inspired Redo February is Bedroom Month on Apartment Therapy! We’re sharing stories all month about bedrooms — from how to decorate them, to the fascinating history of them, and so much more. Head over here to see them all!Adding texture and architetural detail to walls is a surefire way to make a home look c...

6 Things Pros Wish You Knew About Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper

6 Things Pros Wish You Knew About Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper Peel-and-stick wallpaper is marketed as the perfect solution for renters and fickle decorators alike. Slap it on the wall, and if you don’t like it, take it down and start again with a new look. But is it really that easy?Interior design and DIY experts say there’s a little more to it, and over ...

12 Best Wool Blankets That’ll Keep You Bundled Up in Style

12 Best Wool Blankets That’ll Keep You Bundled Up in Style Prepare to meet the warmest, most durable, longest-lasting blanket you'll ever own.

This $80 Vacuum Makes Cleaning a Breeze — and It Has Over 25,000 5-Star Amazon Ratings

This $80 Vacuum Makes Cleaning a Breeze — and It Has Over 25,000 5-Star Amazon Ratings To maintain a clean and tidy home, nothing is more essential than a good vacuum. The only problem? Vacuums can be expensive, and the more affordable options sometimes just aren’t reliable. That’s why finding a vacuum that is affordable and gets the job done is not just rare, but basically a mira...

7 Under-$250 Cocktail Tables That'll Make Your Living Room More Functional

7 Under-$250 Cocktail Tables That’ll Make Your Living Room More Functional Whether I’m hosting a friend or two at my apartment or lounging solo, I always make use of my cocktail tables (yes, I have multiple!) because they’re just so versatile. I keep one cocktail table next to my sofa and another next to my reading chair, and I find them so useful for holding a cup of ...

This IKEA Has a Secret Infinity Room

This IKEA Has a Secret Infinity Room IKEA stores are huge, having on average 300,000 square feet of retail space, or about the size of five football fields. But that’s nothing compared to one room in an IKEA location, which customers say, stretches into infinity.Over on TikTok, people are abuzz after seeing a video of a secret room a...

HGTV’s “Fixer to Fabulous” Updated This '70s Home While Honoring Its Retro Past

Before and After: HGTV’s “Fixer to Fabulous” Modernized This ’70s Home While Honoring Its Retro Past Homes of the ’70s were filled with some keep-worthy design trends (terrazzo, macrame, etc.) as well as ones that, well, are better left as a thing of the past (ahem, bathroom carpeting, ahem). In a recent episode of HGTV’s “Fixer to Fabulous,” couple Amy and Andy presented their renovation v...

This 450-Square-Foot Chicago Condo Has Cool and Clever Small Space Tricks

This 450-Square-Foot Chicago Condo Has Cool and Clever Small Space Tricks Scott Kangas bought this 450-square-foot condo 18 years ago.

All the Early Presidents Day Home Deals You Can Shop Today

All the Early Presidents Day Home Deals You Can Shop Today Presidents Day weekend is almost here, and it’s our duty and pleasure to announce that retailers are already running major deals. Everything from gadgets and appliances to home decor, sofas, rugs, mattresses, kitchen essentials, bedding, and more is on sale all across the internet. So, we went ahe...

Here Are the 10 Best Deals from Le Creuset’s Massive Winter Sale

Here Are the 10 Best Deals from Le Creuset’s Massive Winter Sale Have you always dreamed of owning your own Le Creuset? Or are you looking to expand your collection to add to your well-loved Le Creuset Dutch oven? We’re here to tell you that right now is the time to make all your cookware dreams come true thanks to the big Le Creuset Presidents Day sale going o...

This Is the Easiest-Ever Paint Trick to Pull Off in Your Home

This Is the Easiest-Ever Paint Trick to Pull Off in Your Home People have been having more fun at home with paint at than ever, and I can’t argue with the results. Geometric murals, arches, half-painted walls: Those are just some of the trendy paint ideas that have come out of this creative renaissance. And you don’t even have to cover your entire walls .....

This Customizable Pillow Has an Ingenious Feature I Love (and It’s on Sale Right Now!)

This Customizable Pillow Has an Ingenious Feature I Love (and It’s on Sale Right Now!) There’s no time better than the present to upgrade your bedding, especially when you can level up on a budget! The Pillow, an editor-favorite pillow by Marlow (Brooklinen’s sister brand), caters to sleepers of all natures, and it just happens to be on major sale right now. We love its innovative...

14 New Homebuyers Share How Much They Paid for Their Homes

14 New Homebuyers Share How Much They Paid for Their Homes The housing market in 2021 was a wild ride. Waived inspections, houses going for way over asking price, and the three words all buyers dread: all cash offer. How is it possible to compete in this market in 2022? And is it really as frenetic as it seems? To find out, I asked 14 homebuyers how they ma...

Waking Up Just 30 Minutes Earlier Has Completely Changed My Daily Mindset

Waking Up Just 30 Minutes Earlier Has Completely Changed My Daily Mindset While I was working from home, I had a morning routine down pat. Every day I would wake up at 7 a.m., start my day with an at-home workout or run, make breakfast, and catch up on a few newsletters before meandering over to my desk to start work at 9 a.m.But a career change that has me physically goi...

A Boho-Meets-Scandi Studio Has a Light Fixture Made from a Fruit Basket

A Boho-Meets-Scandi Studio Has a Light Fixture Made from a Fruit Basket Senaida's monochromatic studio has "pockets of space for sleeping, doing work, and hanging out" and a genius DIY light fixture to boot. All in 295 square feet!

5 Things People Say About Bidding Wars That Just Aren't True

5 Things People Say About Bidding Wars That Just Aren’t True If you’re searching for a home, you’ve no doubt heard your fair share of bidding war horror stories from friends and relatives going through the process. While bidding wars are an unfortunate reality in many areas, not everything you hear about them is true. I talked to Seattle real estate agent...

The Surprising Cleaning Consideration You Should Make When Buying a Bed

The Surprising Cleaning Consideration You Should Make When Buying a Bed Choosing a bed is a big decision that involves a number of considerations: What style do you want? What size do you want? How much do you want to spend? Along with finding a frame that fits your budget and your bedroom — both aesthetically and size-wise — there’s one more consideration you sho...

B&A: A New Color Scheme Brings Out the Best in This Modern Farmhouse Bathroom

Before and After: A New Color Scheme Brings Out the Best in This Modern Farmhouse Bathroom Paint is one of the fastest, cheapest ways to make a big impact on a space, whether you’re going bold and bright to better match your style — or taking bold and bright colors down a notch with a softer, calmer palette. In Marni and Willa Blank’s farmhouse (), the sister desig...

I Switched from Plush Towels to This Sumptuous Waffle Knit and I’m Never Going Back (Bonus: It’s on Sale!)

I Switched from Plush Towels to This Sumptuous Waffle Knit and I’m Never Going Back (Bonus: It’s on Sale!) To me, a great bath towel has always meant one that’s thick, fluffy, heavy, and plush — but I’m not sure I can really tell you why. Dense towels sometimes aren’t even as effective at drying you off, and they often take a while to air dry themselves. They require painstaking care in the laund...

These 12 Deep Have Cozy Written All Over Them

These 12 Deep Sofas Have Cozy Written All Over Them If (like me) you can't stop daydreaming about having an extra-deep sofa to sink into, these couches are for you.

HGTV Expert Tiffany Brooks Shared 3 Design Details for the Perfect Reading Room

HGTV Expert Tiffany Brooks Shared 3 Design Details for the Perfect Reading Room If you’re an avid reader like me, you might hope to have a reading room or cozy book nook one day, just like many celebrities — from Reese Witherspoon, who has (many) book nooks, to Brie Larson and her cozy reading window. But thanks to HGTV star Tiffany Brooks, who revealed three design details...

10 That Will Instantly Make Your Space Look Bigger and Brighter — and They’re on Sale

10 Rugs That Will Instantly Make Your Space Look Bigger and Brighter — and They’re on Sale The right floor decor is very necessary to make a room chic and inviting. But if you live in a small space, the more “stuff” you add, the tighter it feels. Enter: Boutique Rugs. This editor-favorite destination for all things rug-related stocks a wide variety of options that will keep those mode...

5 Things I Always Keep on My Desk While Working from Home

5 Things I Always Keep on My Desk While Working from Home As of this Jan. 1, I will have worked from home for 10 years. To say that transition was an easy one would be… a bald-faced lie. I went from a bustling newsroom filled with activity to a tiny, fifth-floor walkup in Boston’s North End, and it was a rude awakening. No longer stimulated by the news...

Joanna Gaines Created a Massive Propagation Wall for Magnolia Market

Joanna Gaines Created a Massive Propagation Wall for Magnolia Market For fans of Chip and Joanna Gaines, a visit to the Magnolia Market is pretty much a must. Located in Waco, Texas, the Silos opened in 2015 and features a range of boutique stores, lush green spaces, and an annual “silobration” event to celebrate all things Magnolia. As it’s already the middle ...

I Don’t Have a Green Thumb, but This Plant Service Helped Me Keep a Houseplant Alive for the First Time

I Don’t Have a Green Thumb, but This Plant Service Helped Me Keep a Houseplant Alive for the First Time I’m not exactly known for having a green thumb. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. I even tried working as a floral designer’s assistant, but I was quickly relegated to gift baskets and candy bouquets exclusively. Even so, I still love the idea of being a plant parent. Both my mom and dad have ...