Leaf blowers, trucks or noisy neighbors driving you berserk? These sound-reduction strategies can help you hush things up

Cup plant provides structure, cover, food and water to help attract and sustain wildlife in the eastern North American garden

This low-maintenance, high-impact houseplant fits in with any design and can clear the air, too

Talk about convenience. Better yet, get it yourself after being inspired by this Texas bath

Share pictures of your home and yard this summer — we’d love to feature them in an upcoming story

Great design stimulates all the senses, including touch. Check out these great uses of texture, then let your fingers do the walking

Design — and the desire for more space — turns humble garages into gracious living rooms

Blend colors and styles to create a harmonious sanctuary for two, using these examples and tips

Safety and beauty go hand in hand when you light landscape stairways and steps with just the right mix