Not kicking up your heels anticipating rushes of spring color and garden catalogs? You’re not alone

Historical facts, trend recaps and enthusiastic support for painting your nursery any darn color you like

Learn about permit requirements, the submittal process, final inspection and more

Custom furniture, an open layout and a few playful surprises, including a secret doorway, bring this historic cottage into the 21st century

Don’t overlook the possibilities for this often-forgotten space

Learn how to choose systems and plants, and what it will cost to bring a bit of the outdoors in or green up a garden wall

What to consider if you want to stop relying on public utilities — or just have a more energy-efficient home

Interior designer Nancy Braithwaite’s new book shows how it’s possible to edit rooms of all styles to create their best look

Once nearly uninhabitable, this 18th-century farmhouse is now a beautiful example of ecofriendliness and self-sufficiency