Trading homes for your vacation? Leave yours in great shape for your guests and help them enjoy a happy break with these 12 tips

Caution: Do not try these at home

These simple ideas can make life at home more efficient and enjoyable

Set off on your trip with peace of mind, knowing you've taken the right steps toward keeping your home secure

Check out Houzzers’ summer reading lists and get some ideas for your own!

Many facing a drought are swapping turf for less thirsty plantings. If you’re one of them, we’d like to hear about it

Design advice, inspiration and observations that struck a chord this week

Have you switched from auto mode into workshop, office, gym or studio mode? We'd love to see the result

Etiquette columnist Lizzie Post tackles the challenge of accepting and displaying home decor gifts from frequent visitors

If you like the look of cotton candy and the smell of roses and want an easy perennial, you're in luck with this plant