Learn how an extra story will change your house and its systems to avoid headaches and extra costs down the road

Three off-the-rack split-level homes, three dramatically different renovations. Let your favorite be your guide

With a new second story and downstairs suite, custom touches and midcentury pieces, this Portland family home suits 3 generations

Altering a landscape's grade can create energy and excitement, offering different vantage points and moods depending on the level

Share a photo and story about your childhood home. Does it influence your design tastes today?

Understanding how stairs are designed and laid out can help you make the best decisions for safety and beauty in your home

Change a Mood and Differentiate Living Areas With a Few Steps Up or Down

Strike a dramatic note with black window frames, shelves, stairs and more, making features stand out or blend in

Amp up the charm, comfort and personality of your outdoor space with drapery, lighting and more

How do you make a palatial-style home cozier more intimate? With organic touches, a soft color palette and resized trim