With holiday parties on the horizon, some are thinking about how well equipped — or not — their home is for hosting guests. We asked more than 50 home design and remodeling professionals to share the design features they recommend to homeowners looking to create a lively atmosphere for entertaining....

Curbless showers create a seamless look in a bathroom and can make it feel open and spacious. They are convenient for homeowners who are aging in place, as they provide a safe entry point that, at the right width, can accommodate a specialty walker or wheelchair. Keep in mind that barrier-free showers...

When the homeowners of this split-level Victorian home first contacted interior designer Amy Hunt, they were struggling to know how to make their new place feel like home. They...

Native plants are known for their hardiness and ability to thrive with little maintenance, given the right conditions. After all, they’ve spent plenty of time evolving with and adapting to local conditions. They also offer food and shelter to birds, butterflies, bees and other beneficial wildlife. ...

This garden in Excelsior, Minnesota, grows in memory of Beau Taunton, who tragically passed away at 22 years old from a fentanyl overdose. His mother, Kristin, wanted an area at her home where she could honor Beau, raise awareness and welcome friends, family and neighbors to gather and celebrate...

Do you love baking but find that the thought of getting all the supplies out — and fitting everything back in the cupboards afterward — is enough to send you on a trip to buy your pies and cookies instead? If so, it’s time to organize and pare down your supplies. That way, when your next baking inspiration...

Having a hardworking entry is perhaps the best way to keep a home tidy. The right storage components can help organize coats, shoes, sports equipment and other items before they clutter up other areas of the house. Here, designers share the cabinet details, paint colors and material choices they selected...

This Vermont couple with four kids was looking to transform their kitchen into a comfortable space where the family could hang out and enjoy meals together. As part of an overall home remodel, they tapped lead designer Jillian Bartolo and interior designer Lauren Miles to spearhead the update. Bartolo...

Getting ready to host overnight guests? Let’s assume you have a bed (or air mattress) and coverings on all the windows. That’s a great start! This list will help fill in all the little things your guests will want to have on hand for a comfortable night’s sleep. What you won’t find here: season-specific...

Whether a bathroom is a private sanctuary or a space used by the whole family, it should be clean, inviting and functional. But if yours doesn’t fit that description, don’t assume you’re in for a lengthy remodel. Try these simple yet strategic upgrades to give your bathroom a stylish and refreshed vibe...

When your bathroom is on the smaller side, a nature-inspired palette based on soft blues or greens plus white or gray can feel like a deep, calming breath. Add elements such as light-bouncing tiles, special shower features and streamlined storage, and you’re well on your way to having a bathroom that...

Getting your kitchen storage organized and working well is very satisfying, but it can be hard to know where to begin — especially if you’ve been using your kitchen for awhile and are used to its quirks. To help, here’s a quick guide to the best ways to organize your kitchen cabinets and...

If you’re eager to plan a landscape that can help to protect the environment, there are a few simple things you can do. From reducing waste and saving water to creating habitats and food for wildlife, taking these measures can make an impact even with small plots. Read on to find seven key ways to create...

A curious thing has happened in the past couple of years regarding the paint colors major companies have selected as their “it” colors of the year. During my 10 years of reporting on the various Colors of the Year chosen by these companies, the collected selections often diverged, tending to resemble...

If you want to know where home design is headed, just follow the enthusiasm. We asked dozens of design and remodeling professionals what gets them excited lately, and their responses reveal what’s popular now. So here are five home design trends you can expect to see more of in the coming months.

There is a certain squirrel-like pleasure in stocking up for cold weather — and potential power outages — from the regular essentials, like flashlights and warm socks, to the fun essentials, like bottles of wine and new board games. Knowing you have all you could possibly want tucked tidily away is a...

Mosquitoes, biting yellow flies and countless other insects and critters make screened-in porches a must for comfort on the Florida panhandle. A couple living in Atlanta hired architect Danny Martin to design a home for their retirement in a new panhandle community called Draper Lake, and a screened-in...

Lighting design trends continually evolve based on a variety of factors, including cultural influences and consumer demand. That evolution is reflected in the new collections that manufacturers introduce at the trade-only High Point Market twice per year. Here are four big-picture trends that stood out...