A couple find common ground in their combined office and living room decorated on a budget

A makeup artist’s lifelong passion for designer hats lends eccentric charm to her apartment in the NoHo arts district

Blackened steel, glass, teak and a color-shifting staircase make this home a contemporary feast for the eyes

Renovate an older home without regrets with this insight on the details worth preserving

Skylights and generous glass brighten an artist’s spacious live-work space, while a private garden offers an urban escape

Comfortable furniture, a dining area and a grill make this new porch a North Carolina family’s favorite spot

Time and local artisans help a couple realize an idyllic French country retreat — and you can rent it

In these modern, contemporary, French country and industrial spaces, the kitchen island pulls it all together

A wine cube with a glass ceiling, a remodeled Eichler and other structures exemplify modern design in Colorado

Attention to detail and functionality make for a kitchen that is as beautiful to work in as it is to look at