An unneeded structure makes way for a compact, economical cottage as part of a backyard overhaul in California

Forget those low-end products of old. Red and white oak today are beautiful, versatile and relatively inexpensive

This traditional material adds welcome texture to the sleek surfaces of modern furniture, cabinetry and more

White is white, right? Not quite. See 8 white paint picks for 8 very different effects

White lacquer and wider doorways help create an airer backdrop for colorful contemporary art in a 1910 Arts and Crafts home

Not into the all-white fascination? Look to these kitchens for a glimpse of the dark side

A couple remodel their kitchen to better match their 19th-century Oregon home’s style

Make more space for storage, eating or just plain living when you elevate your sleeping quarters with a loft bed

Get the Pros and Cons of Oak, Ash, Pine, Maple and Solid Bamboo

Handmade decorations, greenery and gifts show how the famed architect and his family celebrated Christmas in their Oak Park home