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A kitchen island is great for entertaining. It gives guests a natural place to gather while creating a buffer between them and the cook. But other features, such as clever seating arrangements, w...
It’s not so much the size of your workout area that matters — whether you have a corner devoted to yoga or an entire home gym. Finding the motivation to use your workout space is often the ha...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/10-elements-of-an-inspiring-home-gym-stsetivw-vs~34351266/
When you’re passionate about your work, it’s easy to forget to take a break. And it can be particularly tricky to relax when you’re working from home, or are in the middle of a big project....
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/7-ways-to-maintain-a-good-work-life-balance-stsetivw-vs~160592215/
This 1920s Spanish Colonial home in Kensington, California, has quite a history, including being the residence of J. Robert Oppenheimer during his time at the University of California, Berkeley. ...
Designers often refer to the ceiling as the “fifth wall” for its potential to make a significant statement. But a room’s floor has just as much potential. A bold color, material or pattern ...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/10-bathrooms-with-bold-flooring-ideas-stsetivw-vs~176175537/
It may be the height of summer, but it’s not too late to refresh your yard for the season. The following 15 design ideas will help you give your outdoor space a pick-me-up without requiring too...
A small kitchen doesn’t have to feel cramped or cavelike. These designers used strategic layouts, light colors and more to give these four kitchens of 100 square feet or less a more open feel a...
An overabundance of tan and brown finishes and a large built-in tub made for a drab and heavy look in Michael and Yoshie Davison’s primary bathroom. Yearning for a light and airy feel with a fr...
Homeowners remodeling for the first time may require more preparation and guidance through the process than experienced remodelers. In part one, general contractors and design-build pros shared t...
Congratulations — the kitchen remodeling job you’ve planned for months is finally ready to begin! Now comes the hard part: making do without a fully functioning kitchen for the duration. Ther...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/kitchen-workbook-8-steps-to-surviving-a-remodel-stsetivw-vs~2163998/
Many of us move outside during the summer. We host parties in the yard, grill and eat meals on the patio, relax by the pool and work in the garden. However, most of us share our outdoor spaces wi...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/10-etiquette-rules-for-outdoor-living-stsetivw-vs~168467947/
For design lovers, summertime is all about seaside getaways with great architecture and stylish interiors. Take an armchair summer vacation by perusing this diverse collection of beach houses and...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/8-coastal-homes-with-awesome-ocean-views-stsetivw-vs~176777416/
Garden fountains draw people (and birds and butterflies) into the landscape. They also add interest, create outdoor ambiance and screen surrounding noise with a symphony of sound. Perhaps best of...
The plot this Surrey, England, house sits on might be huge — 7 acres — but the idea behind its design was surprisingly compact. “The owner said, ‘Make it eco-friendly and make it more int...
A mudroom entryway helps people tackle and organize clutter before it makes its way into the rest of the home. And there are many ways to set up mudroom storage. Locker-style cabinets hide large ...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/5-new-entryways-with-mudroom-storage-ideas-stsetivw-vs~175873457/
Bathrooms are so varied these days, you could say that anything goes. But behind the differing sizes and styles are some common design principles that point the way to success.
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/8-golden-rules-of-bathroom-design-stsetivw-vs~122570028/
Judy Nolin loves the color green and the clean lines of midcentury modern style. Her partner, Stephen Barrett, favors rich woods. So when the couple moved into a 1990s Vermont Colonial that Barre...
Professionals across the home renovation industry saw modest growth in business activity in the second quarter of 2024. This is the fourth consecutive quarter-over-quarter increase for architectu...
This Trending Now story features the most-saved living room photos uploaded to Houzz between March 15 and June 15, 2024. Some living rooms are designed with formal entertaining in mind. Others ...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/the-10-most-popular-new-living-rooms-right-now-stsetivw-vs~176465959/
A kitchen remodel can be a big and challenging project — but done well it can transform the way you live in your home. The trick to making the renovation of this room a success is clear plannin...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-start-a-kitchen-remodel-stsetivw-vs~168170356/
The sun is shining, you’ve got hours of free time stretching out before you, and the backyard is beckoning. From supersize Scrabble to yard Yahtzee and disc golf, make the most of your summer w...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/12-backyard-games-to-play-all-summer-long-stsetivw-vs~110149822/
“My clients were at a point in their life where they wanted to treat themselves to something wonderful,” interior designer Julie LaBruna says. Retired with grown children who had moved out, t...
For homeowners who have never hired a remodeling professional, a new project can bring up many questions and concerns. Without enough guidance throughout the process, clients can feel overwhelmed...
Maybe every family member has a different yard use in mind. Maybe your own wish list is long. Or maybe you just want a backyard that feels cozy for a few while welcoming to many. Resourceful desi...
When the mercury rises, houses without air conditioning can get stuffy and uncomfortable, making it difficult to relax, eat or sleep. Even if you have air conditioning, you may want to save energ...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-cool-down-a-room-stsetivw-vs~87988107/
This Trending Now story features the most-saved kitchen photos uploaded to Houzz between March 15 and June 15, 2024. If you want to know the latest kitchen features and styles homeowners are lov...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/the-10-most-popular-new-kitchens-right-now-stsetivw-vs~176476680/
Many of us find ourselves living in communities defined not by common acquaintances, knowledge and culture, but by geography or economics. Rather than knowing our neighbors from childhood, we may...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/7-ways-to-create-a-neighborly-front-yard-stsetivw-vs~20273340/
A major renovation to this Toronto family’s home had opened up expansive views of the back garden as well as access to it. Unfortunately, the overgrown state of the backyard was not in keeping...
Being a good host is something of a lost art. Balancing the roles of tour guide, innkeeper, cook and friend (while still managing to have fun yourself) can be challenging, to say the least. Make ...
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-welcome-summer-weekend-guests-stsetivw-vs~2928273/
We recently shared design pros’ favorite creamy white paints , but now we’re going a bit deeper. Warm light neutrals are having a moment. Soft sandy shades, pleasing beige hues and warm... ...