I made my daughter and her friend pancakes from scratch recently, using a dilapidated copy of The Joy of Cooking. My grandmother bought it in the 1950s, and though pages often fall on the floor, I cook from that book as often as I can. Despite the end…
Shop Houzz: Classic Holiday Decor (160 photos)
There’s a lot to love about classic holiday decor: the evergreen branches that bring nature inside, the twinkling lights full of warmth, the jolly Santa that brings a smile. But what many people love most about traditional Christmas trimmings is that they transport us back to a simpler, sweeter time….
Shop Houzz: Classic Holiday Decor (160 photos)
There’s a lot to love about classic holiday decor: the evergreen branches that bring nature inside, the twinkling lights full of warmth, the jolly Santa that brings a smile. But what many people love most about traditional Christmas trimmings is that they transport us back to a simpler, sweeter time….
Roll Call: Why Trendy but Tricky Grasscloth Wallpaper Is Worth It (16 photos)
A staple in the 1960s and ’70s, grasscloth wallpaper has lately become a hot commodity. A natural material, it’s one of the most versatile decor items, complementing almost any style from tropical to rustic, traditional to modern. But despite its good looks, grasscloth is a “fussy…
See How People in 13 Countries Interpret Scandinavian Style (13 photos)
Long before Ikea became a household name, Sweden, Denmark and Norway were celebrated for their home decor prowess. Pared-back simplicity, understated elegance, and light, bright interiors define Scandinavian style, and it continues to capture our hear…
National Home Prices Hit New All-Time Highs in September, Case-Shiller Says
The closely-watched 20-city index is still below the 2006 peak.
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Shop Houzz: Coastal Holiday Decor (148 photos)
We’re making it easier than ever for you to have yourself a beachy little holiday with this collection of festive decor. Trees, ornaments, stockings and wreaths with a charming coastal twist will bring the spirit of the season right into your home, whether it’s beachside or whether you’re just channeling…
My Houzz: A Creative Couple Organize Their Home Around Art (14 photos)
When two creatives live and work together, it makes sense that their home doubles as a studio and gallery. Gosia Wlodarczak and Longin Sarnecki made the move from Perth to Richmond, a suburb of Melbourne, Australia, in 2005, attracted by the area’s arts scene. Wlodarczak’s drawings are created in real…
The Beiges Are Back in Town (8 photos)
I must confess that I am guilty of being a beige-basher. It was everywhere back in the 1990s, when I first became interested in interior design, and I think I grew tired of its ubiquitousness. I don’t tend to specify beige too often with my current design clients because I figure they are paying…
Room of the Day: Goodbye, Formal Dining; Hello, Books and Toys (4 photos)
“So many of my clients and even my own family are not using their formal dining rooms these days,” says interior designer Cynthia Soda. “A lot of us eat more casually, and unless you entertain a lot, the space can be a big waste.” In this home, the family didn’t even have a formal dining set, and the…
