Design

A little beachy, a little preppy, all cute.

“This shade has no personality nor style. It just makes the kitchen look dull, old, and boring.”

Everything you need to know to buy your child’s first real bed.

For extra sleep space or extra storage!

And, whew, designers made mistakes, too!

How to artfully wrangle toys and get savvy with the space you have.

Functional storage, but make it cute.

A little history lesson just in time for Halloween.

It’s a $260 DIY project, and the result is “truly mind-blowing.”

You’ll want to check out her teacher-approved products, too.

It even has an equestrian theme throughout!

A fantastic example of how oak works if it's done right!

It's hard to believe it's the same space.

They're comfy and stylish!

"We made a vacation property a full-time home in one of the most beautiful places."

Hate carrying tons of groceries? Enter the Costco door.

Including one shaped like a house!

We've got every color of the rainbow.

There's nothing better than an indoor slide.

It's no longer required to climb off the top bunk for a glass of water.

Each pick is both functional and cute!

These three nurseries — with three totally different styles — hit that sweet spot between dream room and reality.

We’ll never say no to extra storage.

The designer-homeowner used a pop of color in an unexpected place.

Styling can feel like a daunting task, especially if you're a beginner. The good news is that if you're feeling stumped by a corner of your home, you're in luck.

Wallpaper, antiques, and many more trends that will dominate.

Candy colors, cozy seating, and tons of other sweet features make this playroom as memorable as it is fun!

Think dark colors and open shelving.

And they take only minutes to DIY!

We’re really loving the Lightning McQueen bed!

What’s the biggest kid-related design mistake you’ve ever made in your home?RebeccaDear Rebecca,I NEVER make mistakes! Hahahaha. Of course I do, but I often think about mistakes as something that I quickly address, learn from and then move on. So, in this way, mistakes are par for the course and necessary. However, if I were to think back and pass one one…. Hmmmmm….

*immediately adds Marvel set to cart*

We don’t know who’s going to love them more, you or your little one!

A nautical room with a lighthouse feel and a safari-themed space with a starry ceiling.

From dramatic onyx to the most calming neutral around, these are the colors we want to bookmark for our kids' spaces.

Yes, there’s one with a slide!

Say goodbye to messy closets for good!

From air quality down to organizing your home for rituals, these experts share their best advice for creating a healthy family home.

They’ll be snug as a bug in these sheets!

These resale-friendly hues come highly recommended.

I’m in the market for a new rug for the kitchen, but I need something that’s durable and will stand up to lots of kid-spills and foot traffic. Do you have any rug-shopping tips?AliceDear Alice,I’ve got the perfect solution for you and you couldn’t have done this so well when I started Apartment Therapy back in 2004.

And it can be done with scrap wood!

Find inspiration for creative kids’ rooms, playrooms, and generally child-friendly living spaces. 

These parents have thought of everything: vintage rugs, multi-tiered ottomans, and other tiny smart hacks to maximize family spaces.

According to paint pros.

It all started with one great rug.

Now my son has escalated a new situation in our house of which my wife and I are both apparently guilty — we don’t lower the toilet seat before flushing each time. My son says we’re both disgusting. What is the truth here?!?!CarlDear Carl,I thought you might be back. 🙂Since Covid began germ etiquette has definitely ratcheted up and this is one that my own daughter brought into our home two months ago when school began again IRL.

This piece was created for Cubby, our weekly newsletter for families at home. Want more? Sign up here for a weekly splash of fun and good ideas for families with kids. Join us over on Instagram for more! I grew up binging “Leave it to Beaver” — you know, that 1950s sitcom about a family of four without a hair out of place — with my Dad. Now as a frazzled parent myself, some elements of the series seem more than a little ridiculous.

Inspiring rooms your guests will feel like sinking into and staying awhile.

From rainbow-planked walls to secret play forts and well-placed disco balls, this home is so imaginative, you'll want to spend all day exploring every nook and cranny.

From optimal lighting down to the best accessories and organization tactics, we tapped the pros for their best design ideas.

Animals and color and polka dots, oh my!

And there's a starry-themed reading nook too! See how this family brought their kiddo's intergalactic dreams to life in his fun room.

Muted pink and gold play with natural elements to create this glamorous and oh-so-inspiring little space.

You likely have all these things lying around — or can get them on the cheap — for a fun Halloween display that will delight the kids.

Designer Jackie Streusand has created a vintage, earthy, warm, and eclectic home in this rental house.