When it comes to selecting a material for the floors of their latest kitchen projects, these designers tell us it’s hard to beat the look and timeless quality of wood and wood-look vinyl. However, for those projects where tile is a must, a durable por…
Powder Room Palettes: 10 Great Color Options (10 photos)
If you can’t decide what color palette is right for your powder room, let this collection of stylish hues inspire you. Check out the following 10 powder rooms in a rainbow of different colors and then click the story link below each one to find even m…
10 Times to Hire an Architect (10 photos)
Wondering if it’s time to hire an architect? Architects are highly trained, licensed professionals who design buildings and often oversee their construction. If you are thinking of remodeling, adding on or building from scratch, an architect might be …
9 Roses That Landscape Designers Love (15 photos)
The rose world is vast, with new and improved varieties arriving every year. With so many beautiful blooms to choose from, how do you know which rose is best for your garden and will deliver the traits you want: fragrance, disease resistance, color or…
Madam C.J. Walker and Her Villa Get the Hollywood Treatment (12 photos)
When America’s first self-made female millionaire, Madam C.J. Walker, built her sprawling New York estate on the banks of the Hudson River in 1918, she wanted it to be seen. Instead of designing her mansion to highlight the scenic surrounding views, W…
How to Sneak in a Homework Zone (9 photos)
Is it any wonder that homework seems to get done more often on a comfy sofa or at a bustling kitchen island than in a dedicated hidden-away study space? Being closer to the action of the household means it’s easier to ask questions and get help — a de…
How to Sneak In a Homework Zone Without Creating Clutter (9 photos)
Is it any wonder that homework seems to get done more often on a comfy sofa or at a bustling kitchen island than in a dedicated hidden-away study space? Being closer to the action of the household means it’s easier to ask questions and get help — a de…
The Latest Colors and Styles in Engineered Quartz Surfaces (45 photos)
Engineered quartz is having a material moment. The product, created from about 90% to 95% ground quartz and 5% to 10% resins and pigments, is a durable, stain- and scratch-resistant material that works wonders as kitchen and bathroom countertops, show…
The Latest Colors and Styles in Engineered Surfaces (45 photos)
Engineered surfaces are having a material moment. Engineered quartz, for example, typically created from about 90% to 95% ground quartz and 5% to 10% resins and pigments, is a durable, stain- and scratch-resistant material that works wonders as kitche…
The Latest Colors and Styles in Engineered Surfaces (45 photos)
Engineered surfaces are having a material moment. Engineered quartz, for example, typically created from about 90% to 95% ground quartz and 5% to 10% resins and pigments, is a durable, stain- and scratch-resistant material that works wonders as kitche…