Design advice, inspiration and observations that struck a chord this week

High ceilings and other custom-tailored features in this new-build Wisconsin basement put the tall homeowners in a good headspace

Leaf blowers, trucks or noisy neighbors driving you berserk? These sound-reduction strategies can help you hush things up

Set the right mood, focus a view or highlight architecture with long, narrow windows sited just so on a wall

Looking for a Little Drama? Create a Lofty Backdrop for Your Bedscape

Make the most of vertical surfaces and keep big spaces feeling cozy with these ideas

Get the right mix of light, shade, privacy and style for towering windows by exploring these coverage options

6 Ways to Give High Ceilings a More Human Scale

Make a Great Room Grand With Windows, Balconies, Art and Dramatic Ceilings