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I'm an interior and event designer who grew up in Lexington, Kentucky, which means that I do not mess around when it's time to host a Kentucky Derby party. Here are a few ideas to help inspire you to pull together a chic and unique party to honor "the... more »

The backsplash could be considered the most important part of your kitchen's design. No matter what material you choose, it's a focal point. Tile tends to be the most popular choice — for its flexibility... more »

I had been married more than a decade when I mentioned to my sister, Torey, my regret that my husband, Paul, never cleaned. Torey's jaw dropped. "Whaaaaaat?" "I said he doesn't do any cleaning." "You have got to be kidding... more »

People are more excited than ever these days to experiment with growing their own food and reaping the rewards of an edible garden. But what if you don’t have a huge amount of space? Are... more »

Have you ever been lucky enough to decorate a room that started with nothing but white walls to inspire you? The feeling is similar to the thrill an artist feels with a blank canvas, new paint and fresh ideas. It happens very rarely for me, the blank... more »

This scenic coastal city, one of the most densely populated in North America, is nestled between the North Shore Mountains and the Pacific Ocean in British Columbia, Canada. At its core Vancouver is home to approximately 600,000 people — 2 million if... more »

I've read time and time again that a 12-foot-wide kitchen isn't wide enough for an island. Of course, available space for an island depends on the particular distribution of kitchen workspaces, as well as your lifestyle and family dynamics, but a 12-foot-wide... more »

Get the family away from the electronic devices and into spending quality time together outdoors, inspired by these green spaces dedicated to favorite lawn games. more »

When the weather cooperates, there are few meals more pleasant than those you can enjoy in your own backyard. The fresh air and hot grill have a way of conjuring a vacation mood — even if you are only grilling up a quick weeknight dinner. Get inspired... more »

When a couple of medical professionals (she was a nurse, he a radiologist) planned their retirement, they planned big lifestyle changes. They were living and working in Indianapolis but wanted to be closer to their children and grandchildren in the Washington,... more »

Pull up a chair at the dining table of a family member or friend these days, and there's a strong possibility it will be a cane or Chippendale-style chair. The two styles are hot commodities on the flea market and thrift store scene, highly sought after... more »

My grandpa, agile with his hands more for framing barns than fine cabinetry, built one of the most memorable presents of my entire early youth: a postage stamp-size greenhouse. Heated with a pair of hanging red lamps, parked beside the farm truck and... more »

Seattle’s downtown has grown up in the past 50 years. Its growth spurt didn't really start until the iconic Space Needle, with an observation deck and restaurant, was erected for the 1962 World's Fair. Over the decades since, the... more »

Hollywood actors Mary Steenburgen and Ted Danson's creative lifestyle called for a retreat where they could host friends and family, rehearse scripts and get some writing done. "Because everything we do begins with a written word, whether it is acting... more »

If you or someone else in your house suffers from allergies, you'll want to get the house as allergen free as possible. Whether you are allergic to dust, pets, mold, pollen or all of the above, it can be hard to know where to begin. These 18 ways to combat... more »