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7 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Safer—and Smarter
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The Eco-Friendly Guide to Upgrading an Existing Home
The greenest home is the one you already have.
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How to Work With an Architect
Use this as a guide to finding the right architect for your new home or renovation—and what to expect during the process.
Building 101: How to Work With an Interior Designer
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A Guide to Ceramic Versus Porcelain Tile
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How Much Should You Spend on Kitchen Countertops?
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Pros and Cons: 7 Kitchen and Bath Countertop Materials
We break down the benefits and costs of laminate, wood, concrete, stainless steel, engineered quartz, granite, and marble.
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5 Vital Tips for Sticking to Your Renovation Budget
Keep things from getting out of hand with these insider tips.
How Much Should You Spend on Dinnerware?
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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.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Kitchens
From backsplashes to built-ins, or the best knife sets to even better cooktops, these resources will help guide you on your...
Top 10 Questions to Ask a Contractor During an Interview
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How to Build a Fire Pit
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The Ultimate Guide to Prefab: 65 Resources by Location, Construction, and Price
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9 Effective Ways to Bring Sustainable Design Into the Home
See if you check off all the boxes when it comes to creating an eco-friendly household.
10 Design Tips for Kitchens, According to Expert Renovators
From design concept to installation, these 10 tips will guide you through your next kitchen remodel.
What Does Opting Into Home Automation Mean for Privacy?
With the rapid evolution of the smart home, has privacy become just another setting?
How Much Should You Spend on Door Hardware?
Top designers explain the nuts and bolts of choosing door hardware at different price points.
8 Ways to Master the Cozy Danish Concept of Hygge in Your Home
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How Much Should You Spend on a Duvet?
Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a duvet cover or insert—and what it should ultimately cost.
We Asked 13 Designers to Share Their Work-From-Home Setups and Tips
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My Furniture Designer-Dealer Is the Unsung Hero of My Renovation
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I Tried Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper—and Learned the Limits of My DIY Skills
It’s been painted as one of the easier home design refreshes you can make. My takeaway? Call a professional.
We Asked the Experts If Custom Kitchen Cabinets Are Actually Worth It
From bespoke to builder-grade, the options are endless—and often expensive.
Everyone Loves a Good Ikea Hack: These 3 Classic Pieces Show Why
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