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Before & After: Big Color and Pattern Give a Drab L.A. Midcentury a Major Glow Up

A multiphased makeover revives a 1963 Los Angeles home with effusive color and playful pattern.

By Melissa Dalton

14 Picture-Perfect Airbnbs in Palm Springs Starting at $119 a Night

Whether you’re hiking through palm-lined canyons or cracking open a beer poolside, Palm Springs is an ideal getaway.

Nestled Into a Private Corner of Portland’s Urban Forest, This Glass-Walled Contemporary Asks $2.5M

William / Kaven Architecture's next-level spec home delights with drama and design.

A Slice of Wilderness Grows at the Heart of a Square Home in Chile

At Lago Ranco, a courtyard house immerses a family in nature from all sides.

How Much Should You Spend on a Wall Sconce?

Wall sconces are versatile, space-saving fixtures that can act as functional art in the home.

This Prefab Beach Shack in Montauk Is a Surfing Family’s Dream Come True

In Montauk Shores, a pair of HGTV stars transform a prefab home into a beachside paradise.

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