No matter the size of your home, it’s important to make room not just for your furnishings, but also for sufficient circulation space in which to move around and enjoy your home properly. I’ve put together some of the most common rules for how much ne…
9 Open House No-no’s
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Houzz Editor Shares Kitchen Cabinet and Color Trends (one photo)
In this episode of Houzz TV Live, editor Erin Carlyle highlights three key takeaways from the 2021 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study. See which cabinet styles remodeling homeowners prefer, as well as top color choices for cabinets and walls. Plus, find …
Bathroom of the Week: Black, White and a Touch of Floral (8 photos)
Felice Quisol has spent the last 20 years updating her home in phases. Her latest endeavor was renovating the guest bathroom, where earthy brown walls, a standard oak vanity and an aging shower-tub combo created a drab and unwelcoming feeling. She hir…
How to Get Your Papers Organized Before Tax Time (10 photos)
As the new year rolls in, so do tax documents and year-end financial statements. What do you do with these documents? If you stack them along with other papers you’ve collected over the year — and vow to be more organized next tax season — you’re not …
Houzz Tour: Music, Crafts and Americana Inspire a Cozy Nest (19 photos)
This special property on Northern California’s San Rafael Bay inspires its owners, musicians and composers Hilary Perkins and Jim Nunally. It was love at first sight for the couple as they wended their way through the wild and woolly gardens to reach …
What to Know About Adding a Pergola (19 photos)
A pergola is remarkably versatile. The material it is made of and where you place it in your garden can turn it from a functional but basic structure into a one-of-a-kind statement piece. Extras can range from lights, ceiling fans and adjustable overh…
How to Create a De-Stress Zone at Home (9 photos)
A new year offers an opportunity to leave past stresses behind and start fresh. And for homeowners who are resolving to bring more peace and tranquility into their hectic lives, experts say an at-home space dedicated to meditation or relaxation can wo…
Yard of the Week: Lush Aquatic Garden Welcomes Wildlife (16 photos)
In West London, landscape designer Jane Ashley turned a backyard lawn in a suburban yard into a secluded haven where the homeowners can enjoy wildlife up close. Keep reading to learn more about how she cleverly transformed the space.
What to Know Before Starting a Bathroom Project (10 photos)
Design professionals, who field the same questions from clients day after day, know that a little upfront knowledge on the part of homeowners goes a long way in smoothing the construction process. Here, designer Stephanie O’Donohue of smarterBathrooms…