Learn the components of a common foundation and their purpose to ensure a strong and stable house for years to come

These Denver and Aspen gardens — part of the Cultural Landscape Foundation’s Garden Dialogues series — embrace their larger environments

Use them as problem solvers, weed killers, color and texture providers ... ground cover plants have both practical and visual appeal

Swap some lawn for these drought-tolerant clumping plants — and watch your maintenance efforts diminish while they easily grow

Learn how to plan for a covered outdoor structure, what features are available to you, how much it will cost and more

A 1949 Michigan weekend cottage with a sunken roof gets a makeover that stays true to the house's humble roots

Get the beauty of wood while waving off potential splinters, rotting and long searches, thanks to eye-fooling ceramic and porcelain tiles

Go beyond the ABCs with Mondrian-style renderings and eclectic takes using these notice-me color foundations

Eclectic and heritage elements mix in a clever extension that adds volume without digging into the home’s foundation

A fresh start, far-flung holidays and a few beautiful heirlooms were the stylistic foundation for this colorful, creatively decorated home