There are certain inevitabilities in the world: the sun will rise in the east and set in the west, your co-worker will take the best donut in the box, and your sofa will get stained. I know, it’s a hard truth to come to terms with. But the sooner you accept this truth the better…

It’s time to host a dinner party! But there’s a problem. Suddenly you can’t remember any of the information you learned about setting tables at your Finishing & Etiquette School! What’s that? You didn’t actually attend Finishing & Etiquette School because you’re not 90 years old? Well in that case it’s likely that you’ve never…

Humans are bold by nature. No matter how civilized and cultured we become there’s always a primal urge for adventure. The call of the wild. Most of us have enough sense to ignore that base instinct, but there are ways to tap into that feeling without buying a motorcycle and setting off into the sunset.…

Out with the old and in with the new – there’s no better way to ring in the new year than with some fresh decor! Here are some tips to help you start the new year off on the right foot. Time For A Change A good clock can do as much heavy lifting for…

Lighting is a tricky part of home decorating that is often overlooked and under appreciated. But the truth is that lighting deserves to be in the… well… spotlight. Check out these tips to make your home the light of your life! Don’t Save Lighting For Last When it comes to decorating a home, most people…

If you haven’t checked your calendar recently then you might be surprised to learn that it’s already November. Yes, that’s right. November. That means that the holiday season is upon us whether you’re ready or not. And if you’re anything like me then you’re not ready yet. But that’s OK! We at Apt2B have compiled…

There’s nothing like a good, consistent morning routine. Doing yoga. Making a healthy breakfast. Showering. Reading the news. Thinking to yourself, “wow, I really need to organize my closet.” Yes, everyone dreams of having a better organized closet. But now’s the time to actually do it. And here’s how to make the process easy. Closet…

The 4th of July is as American as a bald eagle wearing a baseball cap, drinking a beer, and shooting a rifle from the back of a pickup truck. It’s not only an American holiday – it’s the American holiday. And here at Apt2B we strive to support America and Americans as much as we…

Watch Kyle Schuneman’s insider design tips and tricks below on how to maximize the look and functionality of your furniture and decor! Have you ever wanted to update your living space, but you just weren’t sure where to start? Apt2B’s resident designer Kyle Schuneman can help with that! Here are his three simple steps to update…

For decades it has seemed like the go-to wood finish for so many contemporary designer homes has been a deep, almost-black espresso stain. Whether in a modern condo or a traditional home, a super-dark floor or furniture set does carry a certain drama and sense of sophistication. However, light wood tones have a power all…

A seating area or artwork in a hall can be like an exclamation point, punctuating the space with personality. By Joanna Tovia, Houzz   Every well-designed room has a focal point, and that should include hallways as well. These oft-neglected spaces reflect homeowners’ attention to detail and decorating proficiency. The hallway is an opportunity, in…