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Whether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.

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You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

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

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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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Is AI the future of gardening? If you use it wisely, it could be.

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You’re surveying your yard with trepidation, wondering: Can I actually design this myself?

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

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

This decidedly unsexy piece of home technology is an investment—but it’s a worthy one that’ll save you money for years to come.

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