From raw wasteland to fab living, sleeping and storage space, this snazzy basement now covers all the angles

Energy-efficient and recycled materials plus an elevated perch give a post-Katrina Louisiana home a great new start

Sensitive to an unusual site or conscious of a harsh climate, these houses thoughtfully address their surroundings

Let plants take center stage for a garden that recalls idyllic pastures fashioned by nature's hand

Put this fashionable pattern through its paces on walls, bedding, furniture and lighting fixtures

Make your yard the place to be by adding a fire feature that draws a crowd

Use a post to add architectural interest, create a focal point or just give your open kitchen some structure

Going from cramped and dark to open and bright, a California home lands 600 extra square feet and a gorgeous new outdoor living room

Bring beneficial bee pollinators with this drought-tolerant perennial that looks like a shrub and acts like a flower

See how three-dimensional printing, laser cutting and other innovative technologies are changing the face of furnishings

Keep kids engaged and comfortable this summer with games, accessories and furniture designed just for them

A new book celebrates some of the world's most innovative home designs — including some that push the boundaries of what's possible