When a single covering won’t cut it, bring in another for a boost of color, pattern, and texture.

We’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.

Our experts advise on choosing an area rug by pile, construction, size, and placement—and how much it’ll cost.

Antique rug, meet postmodern chair.

To stop tossing and turning, you have to tune out the noise.

Fling open those windows and get proactive about busting dust and allergens.

The San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.

Japanese and Scandinavian influences come together to produce a look that’s serene, organic, and refined.

That snarl of wires under your desk is calling for cable management.

That statement sofa wasn’t meant to be a wallflower.

Designer Joyce Downing Pickens of JDP Interiors knows that a neutral palette can be boring when done wrong.

The Californian designer shows us how to spruce up a utilitarian space.

Plus, six recently released sofas that match rounded rectangular shapes with rich hues.

A recent NASA study found that houseplants can remove up to 87 percent of air toxins within 24 hours, while other studies have...

The appeal of a prefab house is clear, but the process of getting one is not.

The greenest home is the one you already have.

Never hire a builder or contractor without first asking these essential questions.

We break down the benefits and costs of laminate, wood, concrete, stainless steel, engineered quartz, granite, and marble.

Avoid unwanted surprises and dodge disappointment by following these six easy tips for buying furniture online.

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

Rest assured knowing your renovation project is in good hands by asking a potential contractor these key questions during an...

From traditional Falu red to buttercup yellows, these hues recall Nordic landscapes.

Creating a children’s space that won’t be instantly outgrown is all about finding the fun in functionality.

Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a living room sofa—and what it should ultimately cost.

Creating and maintaining your own edible garden is easier than you think. Here’s how to get started growing your own greens.

Whether it be earthy stoneware or durable enamel, here’s how to select—and budget for—a tasteful setting.

Feeling cooped up and stressed out? Here are some essential tips from designers and builders of small spaces.

From fabric choices to pleating, interior designers break down how to select the ideal curtains—and how much you should budget.

We bring you the long and short (and round) of the typical shapes that tiles come in.

What I needed to fix my messy storage system (and find something akin to inner peace) was a little bit of money and some time.

This divisive design decision isn’t for everyone, but it could be a quick (and cheap) update that’ll transform your space.

Interior designers and architects agree: if you’re short on square footage, your furniture needs to work overtime.

Use the space you have to grow some plants that are good for the environment—and your peace of mind.

When life hands you wall-to-wall carpet or drop ceilings, make the best of it!

If you want to make the best use of your bonus space, the first step is to just start using it—without waiting for everything to...

Finding the right swatch can be a daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be.