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In part 2 of our series examining the building permit process, learn what to do and expect as you seek approval for your project

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In Part 3 of our series examining the building permit process, we highlight 10 code requirements you should never ignore

A traditional coastal cottage gets a makeover with bold color punches and splashy surprise additions

How to efficiently — and regularly — rid your home of the things you don’t want

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These butterflies feed at tree-sap flows in spring and visit native plant flowers for nectar in early summer

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

Relaxed but pulled together, a lamp maker’s home in Australia shows her passion for collections and creativity