Bypassing the butterflies to achieve their dream space Renovating your home—from changing the layout of the kitchen to installing new flooring—is a process that relies heavily on balancing the big-picture vision with its finer details. Neophyte renovators may feel at…
Sweeten homeowners share their best reno advice Sophie and Michael’s Brooklyn apartment renovation No matter how well you prepare, renovating your home can still seem like a daunting task. The unexpected tends to happen when you least expect it, so…
Dining in style, from kitchen tables to islands with seating In the eat-in kitchen, the “eat-in” part is usually the last piece of the puzzle. Kitchen design typically revolves around cooking while the notion of dining in the space is often an…
Five Sweeten homeowners share their personal reno approach Building a nursery is all about creating a comfortable, serene space. Inspiration is plentiful on Pinterest, but those artfully staged rooms don’t offer much insight into the challenges or stories behind the remodel. We…
With spaces that flow and connect, reimagine the way they can be lived in An open floor plan provides plenty of space to get creative. Instead of each room having a distinct purpose or design, the layout offers a multifunctional space…
From vanity updates to newfound niches, 10 ideas to hide and organize Believe it or not, a bathroom can be one of the most efficient spaces in your home. With only enough room for essentials, it’s far too easy to cross the…
Elevating privacy with an extra WC If your home only has one bathroom, then you’ve probably fantasized about moving to a bigger place just to get a second one. Maybe you don’t have to move to accomplish your goal! These five…
Whether cooking for two or ten, design your space for all to enjoy Hosting friends and family in your home is a big job with a seemingly endless to-do list. There’s the cleaning marathon the day before, picking up ingredients, and grabbing…
Renovate your backyard (and terrace!) to entertain, garden, or just kick back and relax K.V. Harper’s backyard A private backyard or rooftop lounging space is hard to come by in the city. When you live in an apartment building, you’re more likely…
Let your fridge blend neatly into its surroundings One of the first things you see upon walking into a kitchen is the refrigerator; it’s big, it’s shiny, and its surface is often peppered with souvenir magnets, wedding invitations, or to-do lists.…