Shape, size and style are all important things to consider when selecting a piece of upholstered furniture, but picking the right fabric might be the most important decision of all. Not only do you have to find a fabric that looks great, but you also …
Shop Houzz: Round and Square Rug Sale (148 photos)
Who says an area rug has to be the standard rectangle? This collection of round and square rugs lets you add intrigue and create a delightfully different vibe. Shop our sale and enjoy up to 70% off rugs that are less about area and more about accent.S…
Why Your Hallway Loves a Focal Point (12 photos)
Every well-designed room has a focal point, and that should include hallways as well. These oft-neglected spaces reflect homeowners’ attention to detail and decorating proficiency. The hallway is an opportunity, in other words, to strut your stuff in the style department. The good news is that there…
Go for the Bold: 6 Small Ways to Use Big Color (12 photos)
This time of year can be tough on those whose mood is affected by the weather. The seemingly endless parade of gray days and cold temperatures really starts to take its toll. Well, I say fake it till you make it. Perhaps by injecting some happy, fun h…
Houzz Tour: East Coast Meets Midcentury in California (12 photos)
How do decorators decorate their own homes? It’s easy to imagine large and opulent spaces filled with expensive and dramatic accessories. But when designer Leyla Jaworski and her husband, Scott, purchased a modestly sized 1980s-era tract home in Sacramento six years ago, they had a tight budget and a…
8 Fresh Ways to Incorporate Your Kids’ Artwork in Your Home (8 photos)
My 3-year-old is beaming as he hands me a scribbled-on piece of paper with stickers of his favorite cheeky train engine embellishing it. Clearly these illustrations represent the creative genius that is our little guy, but so did the five other art pieces that came before it today. We’re running out…
Houzz Tour: A Comedian’s Stylish Townhouse Has Everyone Smiling (13 photos)
When a stand-up comedian and her husband bought an Italianate townhouse in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, their idea was to retain the structure’s original character while inserting their own personalities. Fans of Wes Anderson movies, in particular The Royal Tenenbaums, the couple enlisted…
Durable Materials Anchor a White-and-Gray Family Kitchen (5 photos)
What with family hikes, trips to the farmers market and corralling their Great Dane, this active family of four needed a home with durability and functionality in mind. Designing and building a new home ensured that they would get everything they want…
Shop Houzz: Up to 75% Off Shag Rugs (130 photos)
Just like history, styles have a funny way of repeating themselves. Say hello to a favorite from the ’70s in updated designs that feel just right for today. These shag rugs have a super-deep pile to make your feet smile, and prices that will make your wallet happy. Browse this Houzz Shop collection…
See How Reclaimed Wood Beams Became a Stunning Kitchen Countertop (9 photos)
Woodworker Glenn Pafford decided to take a chance. He’d made plenty of countertops and cabinets from oak, mahogany and cherry, but never hemlock. He thought the knotty, grainy and cracked wood had lots of potential for character. Turns out he was right.
