Photorealistic renderings can give you a clearer picture of the house you're planning before you take the leap

Create a real transition between realms and interest along the way with archways, recesses, shelves and more

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

Waste not, want not. This DIY project saves scraps from the landfill, hones your woodworking skills and produces a gorgeous kitchen piece

You may find these nipped-out chairs extra full of modern style and comfort, thanks to their savvy designs

Spend less time weeding, less money watering and more moments just sitting back and enjoying your healthy garden

Crank up the energy savings, courtesy of household items that come into power the old-fashioned way: manually

Book: China's rich aesthetic heritage and cutting-edge modern designers mean exciting things for homes the world over

Step inside a 10-year home design experiment in steel, wood and wonder

Forget what’s expected and ‘fashionable.’ Bold gardens teeming with site-appropriate plants make for a richer experience