Let there be light—a lot of it.

You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

Instead of tossing those scraps in the compost bin, invest in your own countertop harvest.

A new pilot program by the city to add housing has yet to catch on—but that could soon change.

From a shingled studio in Minneapolis to a two-bedroom guesthouse in L.A., these backyard projects are something to emulate.

Here’s why you should upgrade your porcelain throne with a pampering washlet or bidet.

It’s easy to buy into the hype around shipping container homes, but there are some fundamentals you should know before going all...

Peek inside some of our favorite designers’ home offices, and get their tips for creating a successful WFH setup (or mindset) of...

Dreaming of your own veggie garden, but not sure where to start? Here’s how to sprout vegetable seedlings right on your...

Can lights can be mood killers, but there are ways to mellow them out.

We’ve gathered an assortment of work-from-home items that are as attractive as they are functional.

Hang your flat screen on the wall to instantly upgrade your home theater.

From kitchen cabinets to bedroom dressers, your furniture could benefit from some sprucing up.

Itching to take a crack at fixing up an old, run-down property? Read these renovation tips first.

Welcome to the wonderful world of open shelving.

Owners and tenants of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) share key insights about how to navigate the unique living experience.

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

It’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.

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

After an unprecedented year of earthquakes, hurricanes, and fires, a bright light has been shed on the benefits of building with...

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

Read this before you embark on a project working alongside a contractor and an architect.

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

Top designers dish on the best countertop materials for your kitchen—and their attendant price tags.

Accessory dwelling units help the city meet its density goals and extend housing options—but only after striking a...

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

Top designers explain the nuts and bolts of choosing door hardware at different price points.

Use this as a guide to finding the right architect for your new home or renovation—and what to expect during the process.

You’ve heard the phrase “work smarter, not harder.” Here are quick, easy smart-home improvements you can knock out in one weekend.

The budget-friendly and versatile material is a popular choice for good reason.

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

With the rapid evolution of the smart home, has privacy become just another setting?

Besides being a place for food preparation and cooking, your kitchen can be a prime social zone where your friends and family can...

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

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

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