With its range of colors and varied textures, this Wisconsin garden delights in all seasons. Landscape designer Michael Patek made sure the landscape would provide year-round interest through blooms, grasses, silhouettes and bark. He also provided pri…
Shop Houzz: Laundry Room Overhaul (106 photos)
Stylish fixtures and clever organizers can help create a laundry room that’s both beautiful and efficient. Whether your laundry space is in a garage, basement, closet or kitchen — or it has a room all its own — you can jazz it up with a few key pieces in fresh colors and patterns. Browse this collection…
Houzz Tour: Warm, Soothing Decor in a Philadelphia Townhouse (15 photos)
This Philadelphia townhouse is a testament to a designer’s ability to turn an arsenal of inspiration photos into one young couple’s perfect dream home. The airy rooms in this four-story urban townhouse offer a tasteful riff on the modern bohemian theme established early in the project, but…
Kitchen of the Week: Fresh New Space for a Blended Family (7 photos)
Building a nest together is a rite of passage for many newlyweds, but when one spouse is an interior designer, it’s almost a requirement. A kitchen remodel can refresh more than just a dated space; it also can mark a new chapter for a family.
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10 Nontoxic, Pet-Safe Houseplants (10 photos)
When preparing to adopt our kitty, I learned from the folks at the rescue organization that a few of our houseplants were toxic to cats and dogs — and since this particular furry friend enjoys chomping on plants, it was vital we remove these from our home beforehand. (And even though some pets pay no…
28 Outdoor Projects Everyone Should Know About (28 photos)
There’s a lot you can do to make your outdoor space more inviting. (Outdoor shower, anyone?) Knowing how to get those things done is another story. Whom do you call? How much will it cost? Don’t worry. Consider this your guide to the ins and outs of 28 great projects that can make your outdoor space…
The Case for 2 Kitchen Sinks (10 photos)
While the majority of American kitchens have only one sink, the trend toward two is growing quickly in new construction and major remodels. Why would you possibly need two kitchen sinks — that is, if you are in the fortunate position to be able to afford this luxury? In a nutshell, for better kitchen…
How to Grow a Modern Pollinator Garden (14 photos)
Planting a garden is one of the best ways you can support our crucial pollinators. However, if you prefer the clean lines of a modern landscape to an unruly array of wildflowers, how can you create a bee-friendly garden that fits your minimalist aesth…
Italian Architect Fits Luxury Into 270 Square Feet (9 photos)
Architect Renato Arrigo designed a home away from home in a 270-square-foot upper-story apartment in Taormina, a small town on Sicily’s east coast that’s known for its beaches and a Greek theater dating to the third century B.C. The home is equipped with all (or almost all) the conveniences his family…
Shop Houzz: Bright and Colorful Furniture (238 photos)
Bye bye to beige, and good riddance to gray. This gallery throws your space some serious shade. We tap every section of the color wheel for the pieces that energize and revitalize a tired room. But it’s not all neon; we’ve got opulent jewel tones, moody merlots and dignified darks, so your…
