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Celebrate Dad With Our Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide
Dads can be stoic, reserved, and modest. They might grumble and groan when presented with a gift. They’ll say it’s too much or that it isn’t necessary. Sound like someone you know? But the truth is that dads love recognition for their heroic roles in the family, whether they know how to express it or…
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The Ultimate New Apartment Checklist
Moving sucks. There. We said it. It’s a lot of work, it can be expensive, and it can be psychologically daunting. But it can also be one of the most fun and exciting opportunities for a fresh start! With our ultimate new apartment checklist we’ll help you with the difficult part of the move so…
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5 Best Small Space Design Trends For 2019
Living in a small space does not mean sacrificing big style. Whether you live in an apartment, a condo, the back house, the room above the garage, or a tiny home, there’s plenty of design trends and decor ideas to transform your home from “cramped” to “cozy”. Here are some of the top trends for…
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How To Design An Instagram Worthy Room
Written by resident Apt2B designer, Kyle Schuneman As a designer, it’s hard not to consider how a room is going to photograph when it’s finished. Making a perfectly livable room that also grabs you lots of likes on Instagram? Now that’s an art form. But don’t worry – I’m going to show you how to…
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DIY: How To Make A Standout Succulent Arrangement
People are crazy for succulents. Seriously. To be fair, they’re beautiful and easy to maintain so what’s not to love? But we’ve noticed that most people are not taking the additional time to make their succulent selections really shine. Taking that extra step to make them really pop. It’s actually surprisingly simple! Resident Apt2B designer,…
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Smother Mother With ❤️ – Our Mother’s Day Gift Guide
This is your official alert – Mother’s Day is coming. It’s Sunday, May 12th. Put it on your calendar. You do NOT want to be scrambling to find a gift at the last minute. Like you did last year. And the year before that. So if you’re reading this post… then buy something right now!…
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Pattern of the Month: Chevron
All signs point to patterns being back in a big way. And one pattern we’re absolutely loving is chevron. Chevron is a timeless design that can be modernized in truly extraordinary ways. Simple, playful, and thoughtful, Chevron has it all. Read on to find out why this pattern is trending in the design community! Chevron…
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Creative, Unique, And Affordable Headboard Ideas
Some people don’t believe there’s any value in having a nice headboard. Those people are wrong. Having a nice headboard is one of those things that can truly define the mood of a space. Your bedroom is the first place you see in the morning and the last place you see at night. In other…
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Speed Dating With @specsandblazers
Speed Dating is a series where we get to know some of our favorite brand evangelists, whether they’re artists, designers, entrepreneurs, activists, or full-time parents! Today in the hot seat is Niké Ojekunle (@specsandblazers), stylist, artist, and activist. Niké (@specsandblazers) is a stylist, artist, and activist. Her passion is for the homeless youth in her…
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Essential Tips For Decorating With Mirrors
Is it narcissistic to say how much we love mirrors? Probably. But the truth is that mirrors are an incredible tool in the interior design toolkit. And they’re also one of those tools that most people don’t know how to use. Mirrors open up a room, add light, and make it much easier for you…
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DIY: Turn Your Lamp Into A Cork Board | #2BHacks
Lamps are an essential part of home decor. That’s because they serve an essential purpose – they provide light so that you can see your home! But what if a lamp could do more than that? What if it could also function as a place to hang photos of friends and family, keep track of…
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Playing With Pastels
Pastel. The word itself has almost become poisonous in the design world. Try seriously suggesting pastels to a designer and – at best – you’ll be met with an eye roll. At worst you’ll be given a lecture about how pastels are only for children. Or for grandmothers who collect dolls. Either way, the designer…
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How To Make Lamps The Highlight Of Your Home
Lamps are the most under-utilized home decor element. There. We said it. Not only do lamps serve an essential purpose (y’know, letting you actually SEE your home), they also help solidify your style. All too often people get a lamp for practicality’s sake. But if you actually care about creating a cohesive design throughout your…
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Fresh Spring Picks – Shop Dozens Of New Designs
They say that March is “in like a lamb and out like a lion”. They’re wrong. The start of this March has been anything but gentle. The lion definitely came early. We just hope the lamb is safe! While storms have been dropping buckets of rain across the country we’ve also had a storm of…
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The Allister Collection Is Contemporary Rustic Done Right
“Contemporary rustic” sounds like the type of interior design gibberish that doesn’t really mean anything. Sort of like “upcycling” or “transitional” or “contrived patina”. But unlike these silly terms, contemporary rustic is a real trend that has been infiltrating the home decor world for the better part of the last decade. You might also know…
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The Storage Bed, Or, How To Hide Your Mess Like An Adult
Show of hands – how many of you have shoes, suitcases, boxes, or God knows what else stuffed under your bed? It’s OK. There’s no judgment here. I’m guilty of it, too! I use the space under my bed like it’s a long-term storage unit. Out of sight, out of mind, right? This works for…
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Cane You Believe It? Cane Furniture Is Having A Moment
You read that right. And no, this headline is not from 1972. Cane furniture really is trending right now. This 50-year-old style is finding new life with today’s stark, textured, minimalist home decor aesthetics. We’d like to think that cane was simply ahead of its time. Because it’s definitely having a moment now. It’s Time…
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Plush & Lush | Introducing New Velvets In Your Favorite Colors
We’re all in on our plush velvet fabrics. They’re soft, they’re cozy, they’re durable, they’re easy to clean, and let’s face it – they’re sexy as hell. Velvet is the modern fabric. And we’ve doubled our offering. Our new lineup includes vibrant reds, a sophisticated white, a posh peacock, and a hypnotic deep blue. Check them…
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Brandi Cyrus Debuts Her New Studio Apartment
Brandi Cyrus is busy. Very busy. Whether she’s DJing a big event, recording a new podcast, creating editorial content, blogging, or teaming up with her mom, Tish, to redesign homes, Brandi is always on the move. That’s why it was so important for her to find and create a space that was just for her.…
