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

Beadboard-backed open shelves, a hearth-style stove surround and a roomy table are highlights of this Massachusetts kitchen

A 1960s rancher takes on a new attitude with a second story and vivid hues

Wood painstakingly reclaimed from old barns helps an 1800s farmhouse retain its history

Country style meets modern charm in this updated one-story home near Nashville

Bright artwork led to this walk-out’s restful, neutral palette, but the generous amenities are the real soothers here

Get a great result even without an experienced touch by following these basic design guidelines

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

Can-do resourcefulness and less than $400 lead to a new 8- by 8-foot home for plants on a Tennessee family's property

The 3-legged plan of this Tennessee house responds to its site with covered outdoor spaces and nature views