See the accessories one decorator always buys when she spots them — as long as she gets there first

Learn how to tell sterling from plate, ways to display pieces and why silver is so darn special to begin with

Great design has a powerful impact on our happiness in our homes. So do good cooking smells, family conversations and, yes, big-screen TVs

Make a living wall composition from vintage finds and greenery, for an artful indoor garden

Learn how to balance your budget and set priorities to get the home features you want with the least compromise

Bibliophiles across the globe reveal their top books and favorite reading spots, from a 2-story library to an artfully curated book nook

The onetime travel staple today sees stay-at-home use as table, storage and seat

Give any room more character and function with an armoire — this queen of antiques is also a storage workhorse

Experience the thrill of the hunt and the triumph of a bargain when you set out on a thrifting jaunt with these finds in mind