No more crowding around the Christmas tree. Friends and extended family now have all the elbow room they need, thanks to a smart addition

Soothing neutrals, casual furnishings and nearby Lake Michigan offer a Chicago couple and their guests a respite from city chaos

Victorian touches harmonize with contemporary amenities in this inviting vacation home with its own dock on the lake

A Chicago couple’s new vacation home melds modern design with breathtaking views of nature

This home's design responds to views, topography and the surrounding woods

Tired of cramming their family and friends into a compact space, a family adds a guesthouse and an addition big enough for a crowd

Holidays are for carols, not cussing. Make tree trimming less work and more fun with this guide at your side

Keep your tree looking lush until the last ornament is packed away with these tips for watering, using stands and more

Put on a beauteous show in the garden with a landscape tree awash in flowers — just do your homework first

Soar over picturesque New England and Midwest landscapes to see glorious autumn scenes