The perfect rug may be all you need to complete your decor with color, texture and coziness. Here’s how to select the right type

Downsizing your stuff and going for maximum mobility can actually make your home feel bigger and your life feel fuller

This September, home professionals will gather at the New York International Carpet Show, where it’s all about floor decor

Change your relationship with your house for the better by focusing on the answer to something designers often ask

A dramatic 2-story porch becomes the centerpiece of this Ohio family’s renovated landscape

A bold move gives a generic Portland kitchen personality without a major overhaul

Make the most of the natural light your house does have — and learn to appreciate some shadows, too

Upholstery, draperies, rugs and mirrors are a few of the items for which it makes sense to consider a custom option

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

Go Dutch with stained glass, Oriental rugs, checkered floors and delft tile