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

No more crawling and craning. With outlets in furniture, drawers and cabinets, access to power has never been easier

See How a Little Extra Glass Lets in Light, Air and Style

Escape the real world and explore your Middle-earth fantasies

Letting go can be hard, but it puts you more in control of your home's stuff and style. See if any of these notions are holding you back

Strike a bluesy chord that's decidedly upbeat or make things greener on your side of the fence, with fresh paint colors for the new year

Gain confidence to start your interior design project with this advice from a professional designer

Think tile is only for kitchens and bathrooms? Art should hang at eye level? Time to consider breaking these old rules

Follow these tips for using different kinds of plants as living privacy screens

What makes a setting right for fashion and advertising shoots? Find out here