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

Smart built-ins, natural light, strong color contrast and personal touches create a functional and stylish workspace

Learning how to share your space with your kids is easy with these family-focused ideas, furnishings and accessories

Designers redo the back of a house for a better indoor-outdoor connection and install a clever structure for storage, function and flow

Make a wall stand out with 3-D art of ceramic, wood, metal and cardboard

Make a room special with the texture of wainscoting, panels, shiplap and more

Framed views and intriguing connections add depth and dimension to great living areas

How big should an area rug be? These guidelines will help you find the right size and placement

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

Thanks to a developer with vision, a hardscrabble industrial area becomes a must-see art destination (but keeps some of its grit)