Vibrant stucco walls, living art and chic furniture harmonize in an outdoor dining room in New Mexico

Wild colors, fearless patterns and a bit of burlesque show that downsizing doesn't have to mean cutting style short

Choosing for love leads to delightfully unexpected colors, patterns and artworks in a Texas couple’s home

Great design has a powerful impact on our happiness in our homes. So do good cooking smells, family conversations and, yes, big-screen TVs

Turn your upright piano into the star of the room or a great supporting player

We click open invitations and RSVP via text, but a handwritten thank-you is sometimes still best. Here's how to tell

Take cues from nature for placement, materials, shapes and patterns, for a house that sits well in its surroundings

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

How do you stay balanced when each foot is in a different culture? You take a stand where you hang your hat

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