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Ground broken for three affordable homes in Chapel Hill
News Observer - 6 May 2018 23:55
Communion bread and construction ground were broken in succession this weekend at The Advocate, an Episcopal church in Chapel Hill. After leading Sunday services, The Advocate's vicar, Lisa Fischbeck, put …
Glastonbury summer festival
NY Daily News - 6 May 2018 22:13
The Glastonbury Dragons were paraded through the town for the event, which marks the arrival of summer, on May 6, 2018.
Cheap Mother's Day Gifts That Still Feel Thoughtful
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 22:00
When you asked mom what she wants for Mother's Day, she gave an expected response: Your company. But she also taught you never to show up anywhere empty-handed. So what's a good son or daughter to do? You can't go wrong ...
Our picks for classical music concerts this month
News Observer - 6 May 2018 21:11
This month's classical music highlights range from a huge choral piece to chamber works and orchestras indoors and out. Give yourself a refreshing break with one of these concerts: Chamber …
We Have A Couple of Questions About Black Kitchen Sinks
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 20:00
Here's an exciting new kitchen trend to love, or maybe hate. Most kitchen sinks are often white or stainless, but lately I've seen more and more of an unusual new feature: the black kitchen sink. Yes, black. You can find...
5 Things You Can Do On Your Summer Break to Increase Your Home's Value
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 19:30
Real talk: You don't have to embark on a full gut renovation to boost the value of your home, or even its "wow" factor. Instead, tackling a series of smaller, more manageable projects can have just as much of an impact w...
These are the Trendy Pool Floats That Will Earn You Insta-fame This Year
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 19:00
It is almost summer, and that means it is almost time for your friends to post pictures of themselves on Instagram, gracefully posed on top of some trendy pool float in some enviable location. Look, the rise of the state...
9 Money-Saving Secrets for Shopping at CVS
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 18:30
What's not to love about CVS? Not only is it brimming with affordable beauty products and home essentials, it's by far one of the easiest drug stores to save money at while shopping. Don't believe us? We did our research...
An Extraordinarily Smart 366-Square-Foot Seattle Studio -- House Tour Greatest Hits
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 18:00
Name: Mary Lee, her partner Jacob and her sweet chihuahua Kyley Location: Seattle, Washington Size: 366 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, owned The amount of blood, sweat and tears in any home remodel is substantial. B...
This 130-Year-Old Dutch Church Gets a New Life as a Library
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 17:17
Renovations came come in all shapes and sizes. Most often, we see homes transformed. But sometimes, very unique renos happen, where a building that formerly hosted one activity becomes something entirely different. Just ...
The bold and the beautiful: Hats of Derby are a sight to see
News Observer - 6 May 2018 17:06
Hats are always a a showstopper at the Kentucky Derby. Here are some of the best from 2018. Music: …
Kate Middleton Took the Sweetest Photo of Princess Charlotte and her Baby Brother Prince Louis
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 16:37
Is there anything purer than the love between two young siblings? On Saturday, May 5, 2018, Kensington Palace released photos taken by the Duchess of Cambridge of two of her three children and the pictures will truly mel...
Before and After: This Bath Has a Smart Alternative to Expensive Marble Tile
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 16:30
This powder room was described by the homeowner as "pretty much the smallest bathroom I have ever come across," and this photo makes it look like at least half of it was taken up with various pipes. How does one go about...
Small Space Storage Tips--From People Who Live in Tiny Homes
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 15:30
In any home, large or small, storage tends to be one of the top gripes. There's a good chance that your basement -- if you even have a basement -- is filled with needless items that you've collected over the years. You'v...
Live Like Marilyn Monroe - Rent the Hamptons Windmill Home She Stayed in 60 Years Ago
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 15:03
Marilyn Monroe lived a very glamorous life as a blonde bombshell. If you've ever tried to get her iconic curls or tried to wear a white dress like the one she wore in The Seven Year Itch, you definitely are a Marilyn Mon...
The Keys to Making a Gallery Wall Look Timeless (Not Trendy)
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 15:00
Gallery walls have been going strong for a while now in home design. That's probably because they're the perfect solution for filling up blank wall space--until, well, they're not. If we are being honest, gallery walls a...
A Pro's Tips for Getting a High End Custom Look with IKEA Cabinets
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 14:45
There is lots to love about Ruthie Schulder's Brooklyn home. It's a bright, big, light-filled space that was renovated to add function and modernity while respecting the beautiful original architecture. A warm and eclect...
How to Shop at IKEA Like an Apartment Therapy Editor
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 14:00
When you work at a place like Apartment Therapy, people often ask what you buy for your own homes. A lot of our editors work in different cities, and when we get together we even start quizzing each other--where's the be...
What to Watch on Sunday: Season finales for 'Call the Midwife' and 'Last Man on Earth'
News Observer - 6 May 2018 13:30
Call the Midwife (8 p.m., PBS / UNC-TV) -- The team prepares for Sister Monica Joan's birthday, and expectant mothers flood Nonnatus House when a maternity home closes in the …
Your Dreams: Lauren Lawrence analyzes Daily News readers' dreams
NY Daily News - 6 May 2018 05:00
There's a stranger in her room.
These Millennia-Old Caves Were Transformed into A Stunning Grotto-Style Hotel in Italy
Apartment Therapy - 6 May 2018 00:00
Hotels are getting more and more creative as design styles continue to expand. Many styles from the '60s and '70s have made comebacks, but one hotel is going back a few thousand years for their inspiration. Rather than c...