Before and After: 4 Revamped Kitchens in 150 to 250 Square Feet (12 photos)
Kitchens of between 150 and 250 square feet hit a sweet spot — spacious enough for cooking and entertaining yet compact enough to eliminate wasted space. These midsize layouts maximize storage, streamline workflow and keep everything within reach. In these before-and-after projects, see how......
Bathroom of the Week: Spa-Like Upgrade for Empty Nesters (8 photos)
This empty-nest couple in Blacksburg, Virginia, plan to stay in their 1980s hillside home overlooking a golf course for years to come. With those long-term plans, they wanted a primary bathroom that could remain stylish and functional well into the future. But their existing space had a cramped......
How to Design Entries and Hallways for Aging in Place (9 photos)
“Hallways and landings are vital circulation spaces that ensure safe and comfortable movement throughout the home,” architect Thomas Mullally says. “As architects, we keep all of this in mind with our design process. As mobility may decrease with age, these areas need to be designed......
What to Know About Adding Outdoor Lighting (22 photos)
Outdoor lighting can make a home’s exterior spaces inviting and intriguing after the sun goes down. And it has a more practical purpose as well: It can make pathways and stairways safer, as well as improve the home’s security. Read on for all the details that can help you get the right outdoor lighting......
8 Color Trends From the Maison & Objet Design Show (15 photos)
The home decoration world reunited at Maison & Objet’s September edition in Paris showcasing design, creativity and young talent. The Sept. 4-8 event featured inspiring new products and collections. And when it comes to color, the sources of inspiration were......
10 Stylish Kitchens With Terrific Storage Ideas (10 photos)
Maybe you lack sufficient cabinet space, or your cabinets are plentiful but too petite or hard to reach. Perhaps you want every pantry item out of sight — or open shelves to show off favorite pieces. Whatever the individual reasons and the kitchen’s square footage, improving storage is a common renovation......
10 Ways to Put a Creative Twist on Tile (20 photos)
Classic tile shapes and layouts never go out of style, but that doesn’t mean they have to feel predictable. Here are 10 easy ways to create looks that feel fresh while staying rooted in tradition....
9 Trends From the Maison & Objet Design Show (16 photos)
Maison & Objet was back this month and reinventing the rules with a key event for interior decoration, design and lifestyle professionals in Paris. The new, more intimate show, held Sept. 4-8 at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center, marked the event’s renewal with a New & Now section all......
9 New Bathrooms With Stylish Low-Curb Showers (9 photos)
Low-curb showers are a go-to choice for homeowners who want a bathroom that feels modern, safe and easy to use — without the construction costs or complexities that often come with a fully curbless design. In these nine bathrooms, design and construction pros show how a small curb can deliver......