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PetsHouzz Pets Survey: Who Rules the House — Dogs or Cats?
New data shows that pets make people happy, and pet owners love spending big to return the favor
Full StoryLifeWorld of Design: 10 Ways to Live in Harmony With Housemates
Roommates in 10 countries share their stories of how they met and how they keep their home lives happy
Full StoryHomes Around the WorldWorld of Design: 11 Book Lovers and Where They Like to Read
Bibliophiles across the globe reveal their top books and favorite reading spots, from a 2-story library to an artfully curated book nook
Full StoryMonthly Home ChecklistsTo-Dos: Your October Home Checklist
As temperatures drop and leaves start to turn and fall, prep for winter weather and enjoy the colors of the season
Full StoryLifeFreshen Up for Fall and a New Semester
Say goodbye to summer’s lethargy. It's time to channel that back-to-school feeling for domestic good
Full StoryLifeSlow Living 101: Tips for Turning Off the Chaos
It may feel as though you're too busy to slow down and enjoy life. But even little changes can have a big effect
Full StoryLife10 Strategies for Mastering Your Morning Routine
Conquer the habit of running late with these ideas for getting yourself — and your family — out the door on time
Full StoryPetsWorld of Design: Pampered Pets and Their 10 One-of-a-Kind Homes
Fall in love with these critters and their clever living spaces, from a cat playground in France to a chicken house in the U.S.
Full StoryFeel-Good HomeSimple Pleasures: Treasuring the Gift of Grandparents
You can enrich your family life by bringing generations together for shared meals, quilting projects, storytelling
Full StoryMovingRelocating Help: 8 Tips for a Happier Long-Distance Move
Trash bags, houseplants and a good cry all have their role when it comes to this major life change
Full StoryMonthly Home ChecklistsTo-Dos: Your September Home Checklist
As life transitions back indoors, bring elements of nature in with you and make your spaces cozy and warm
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