Meadow grasses, beach pebbles and driftwood replace turfgrass in a nature-friendly landscape on Lake Washington’s shore

A designer helps her client update two key spaces in a home with beautiful lakeside views

Color for alertness, for rest — and for a calming effect? Explore some ways we can benefit from our use of color around the house

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

We want to see your favorite coastal-home or shoreline views. Post yours in the Comments, and we’ll feature the best in a future article

Ever wonder what goes into a design that includes a major — and highly breakable — artwork? Here's your chance to find out

From drab, dreary or just plain outdated to modernized marvels, these kitchens were transformed at the hands of resourceful Houzzers

Give your patio a chance at the spotlight as we head outdoors for a new summer ideabook series

Think beyond the vase with twigged-out railings, gates, room dividers and more

Let’s see your pictures and hear your ideas on how you’re keeping your house warm and staving off cabin fever