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

From counter templates to ongoing care, a professional contractor shares what you need to know

Renovation Diary, Part 1: Join us on a home project in Florida for lessons for your own remodel — starting with finding the right house

Some could be twins; others channel the Odd Couple. You may never look at property boundaries the same way again

With a striking front porch and a dynamic wood ribbon inside, this Decatur home moves ahead of the curve

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

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A wood structure sans fire anchors a Texas home’s center and creates connections

Scorched siding, thoughtfully repurposed furnishings and a connection to both family and nature shine in this designer's new build

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