After a busy Pittsburgh family moved into their house, they thought a lot about how to make the most of their second-floor bonus room. The parents have hectic work schedules and two kids under 4, so they decided to create a fun and relaxing space for …
Gorgeous Plants for Mild-Climate Coastal Gardens (14 photos)
Life along the coast may be laid-back in most respects, but it can be a tough climate for common garden plants. Constant exposure to sun and salty marine winds, combined with quick-draining sandy soil, establishes a pretty demanding environment for ma…
Gorgeous Plants for Mild-Climate Coastal Gardens (14 photos)
Life along the coast may be laid-back in most respects, but it can be a tough climate for common garden plants. Constant exposure to sun and salty marine winds, combined with quick-draining sandy soil, establishes a pretty demanding environment for ma…
My Houzz: A New Layout Replaces Plans to Add On (25 photos)
Andrew and Amy Faulkner had spent some time and effort on plans to extend their master bedroom and add a bathroom to their family’s 1961 home in Mill Valley, California. “But the local planning department didn’t approve our proposal,” says Andrew, a graphic designer and artist. Architect Erika Shern…
My Houzz: A New Layout Replaces Plans to Add On (25 photos)
Andrew and Amy Faulkner had spent some time and effort on plans to extend their master bedroom and add a bathroom to their family’s 1961 home in Mill Valley, California. “But the local planning department didn’t approve our proposal,” says Andrew, a graphic designer and artist. Architect Erika Shern…
How to Turn Your Driveway Into Part of Your Garden (9 photos)
The often-overlooked planting area running alongside the driveway can provide an opportunity to increase your home’s curb appeal and help tie in a paved area to the rest of the landscape. Browse these nine ideas for driveway plantings of all styles, shapes and sizes, whether you’re looking for neat and…
10 Home Exteriors That Dare to Be Different (10 photos)
There’s a time for playing it safe with a tastefully neutral exterior — when you plan to sell your home in the near future or when you belong to a homeowners association, for instance. But what if you didn’t have to worry about those things? If part of you longs to have the boldest house…
Houzz Call: What Did Your Dad Teach You About Making a Home? (3 photos)
Many of us have learned some real-life skills from our dads. Some dads taught us how to fix a clogged toilet, others how to cook a delicious meal. After all, part of the work of being a dad is preparing us to go out into the world and thrive in our lives — and homes.
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Houzz Call: What Did Your Dad Teach You About Making a Home? (3 photos)
Many of us have learned some real-life skills from our dads. Some dads taught us how to fix a clogged toilet, others how to cook a delicious meal. After all, part of the work of being a dad is preparing us to go out into the world and thrive in our lives — and homes.
For…
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Houzz Tour: In Japan, Farmhouse Style Inspires an Island Home (18 photos)
On the northernmost of Japan’s main islands, on a farm atop a small hill overlooking the sea, stands a house owned by Japanese actor Chieko Higuchi. It’s a delightful retreat where Higuchi’s family and friends can spend a few weeks of the year with her and experience farming.
“My father, who bought…
“My father, who bought…
