The allure of the nostalgic 1970s conversation pit is undeniable, but renovating your home to add a sunken living room might ...

Great laundry room ideas can make all the difference to what can be a loathsome task. Whether it's professional attire, school uniforms or a sports kit, we all have to wash clothes daily or weekly, ...

Room dividers have an old, luxurious origin story: They were created for use in the palaces of ancient Chinese royalty. Some of the earliest room dividers have been dated back to 200 BCE. While they ...

Anyone who's moved straight in to a newly built home will know the feeling well. I'm talking about that empty feeling: bare ...

There are a few different ways to look at a blank wall. It could be a source of dread—or an empty canvas, beckoning for expressive wall decor ideas. While most people will agree that a room needs ...

Get lost in a deep sea of blue, create a calming space or brighten up your walls with a splash of aqua. Bring sincerity and tranquility to your home by adding hues of blue to its design. Whether it’s ...

When we furnish a room, many of us carefully measure to be sure the couch isn’t too wide or the dining room table too long. We draw a horizontal map, determined to fit everything in without crowding.

A well-selected rug can completely transform any room in your house. Not only are rugs practical—providing cushion, reducing noise, adding a layer of warmth in the winter, disguising ugly floors, and ...

The experts offer a few simple rules — and some advice for making overnight guests feel at ease during challenging times. By Tim McKeough When suitcase-toting friends and relatives arrive on your ...