Do apartment buildings really need two stairwells?

To reduce the danger from fire, a multifamily apartment building needs two stairwells. But a growing body of evidence is ...
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Goodbye plain white ceilings – designers say color capping is the clever paint hack that makes a small living room feel taller

Described as a tonal technique that graduates color up to the ceiling to 'draw the eye upward and create a sense of polish', this clever paint trick is the easiest way to make a small living room look ...

Over 40? If You Can Do This Many Wall Pushups, Your Strength Is Above Average

For those over 40, wall push-ups also train joint stability. The controlled motion protects your shoulders while reinforcing the small stabilizing muscles that keep them healthy. The upright position ...
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This Italian Chef Wants You to Stop Whipping Cooked Pasta Against the Wall. Here's Why

Joey is a writer/editor, TV/radio personality, lifestyle expert, former entertainment publicist and author of "Basic Bitchen." His written work has been featured in major food and travel outlets, and ...
Apartment Therapy on MSN

I’ve Hung 5 Tricky Gallery Walls — Here’s What I Learned the Hard Way

When we moved into our four-bedroom apartment last year, I knew I had to do something to personalize the walls. Since we had ...
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7 One-Wall Kitchen Design Rules Pros Want You to Know

Unlike an efficiency kitchen that has fewer or compact-sized appliances, a one-wall kitchen affords space for all the regular-sized necessities: a refrigerator, oven, microwave, and even a dishwasher.