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

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

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

Take this to Home Depot (or your landscape architect) before you get the garden hose.

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

Step into a comfortable, clutter-free zone as soon as you enter the front door.

If financial, mental, or social obstacles are keeping you from buying your first home, here’s how to get past them.

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

Prefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

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You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

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Architect Cary Bernstein gives constructive advice: know what you want, who you're working with, and how much you can spend.

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It’s simple to make lasting changes to your home, wardrobe, and everyday life that are kind to the planet.

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

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

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From sconces and pendants to track lights, we illuminate the seven basic types of lighting fixtures.

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

Want to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.