How to Welcome Summer Weekend Guests (12 photos)
Being a good host is something of a lost art. Balancing the roles of tour guide, innkeeper, cook and friend (while still managing to have fun yourself) can be challenging, to say the least. Make visiting friends and family feel at home, and ease the burden on yourself, this summer with a little extra......
Primary Bathroom Expands to Add a Soaking Tub and a Larger Shower (7 photos)
With their nest officially empty, this Wayzata, Minnesota, couple knew they wanted to remain in their beloved neighborhood for years to come. But their primary suite no longer met their needs, so they hired Murphy Bros. Design | Build | Remodel to design and build a 385-square-foot second-story......
5 Proven Ways to Keep Customers Happy (5 photos)
Renovations can be costly, long and disruptive, so it’s no wonder clients can sometimes feel apprehensive and anxious about the progress of a project. Keeping the process on schedule, maintaining the quality of the design and workmanship, and tracking the budget are all essential for ensuring a stress-free......
The 10 Most Popular New Laundry Rooms Right Now (10 photos)
This Trending Now story features the most-saved laundry photos uploaded to Houzz between March 15 and June 15, 2026.Laundry rooms have become a place where practical design and personal style go hand in hand. This countdown of the most-saved new laundry rooms on Houzz......
7 Essential Features of a Well-Designed Kitchen (7 photos)
When you’re planning a new kitchen, the layout is, of course, key to making the space work efficiently. But there are other things to think about. Take a look at this checklist to ensure that you tick off seven essential elements of a well-designed space....
14 Pools and Hot Tubs That Blend Beautifully Into the Landscape (14 photos)
Few experiences soothe the mind quite like spending time in water outdoors. These hot tubs and pools take that calming effect further, with designs that immerse bathers in nature to boost the sense of peace and escape. Whether your yard is in a rural setting or a city neighborhood, you can create......
How to Choose a Ceiling Fan for Comfort and Style (11 photos)
Ceiling fans make great additions to the home year-round. They cool us down in summer and warm us up in winter. New features and technologies mean they’re more energy-efficient than ever, and design updates have led to some pretty stylish models. Personal preference plays a big role when buying......
The 10 Most Popular New Outdoor Living Spaces Right Now (10 photos)
This Trending Now story features the most-saved outdoor photos uploaded to Houzz between March 15 and June 15, 2026.Long summer days make outdoor spaces feel like extensions of the home. This countdown of the most-saved new outdoor photos recently uploaded to Houzz highlights......
Pros Share the Advice That Changed Everything (9 photos)
From famous quotes and childhood observations to sage advice shared by a manager on a summer job, here are the golden nuggets that have shaped and inspired the work of design and construction professionals on Houzz. What’s the best professional advice you’ve ever received and when have you put it into......