They're efficient. They're visually appealing. They come in many materials and finishes. Is it any wonder double-hung windows are classics?

Americans have been embracing this interpretation of classical architecture since the 1700s. Does your home show off any Georgian details?

These compact apartments and minihouses don't skimp on function or comfort. See how great design has made them enormously livable

If heaving open your windows leaves you winded, let the cranks or cam handles of casement windows bring in an easier breeze

It beats out quartz composite for strength and scratch resistance. Could this kitchen sink material be right for you?

If you're looking for a traditional window dressing that's decorative and practical, board and batten shutters are flat-out appealing

If you're taking a dim view of a problem bathroom area, try the flash of design brilliance that is the electric mirror

Daring color choices mixed with a newly opened layout and an artful backsplash make for personalized luxury in a San Francisco kitchen

Traditional touch: Change up plain bathroom walls with beaded hardwood planks and trim you can install yourself

Movable carts and narrow tables bring flexibility to these space-constrained kitchens