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

Set the right mood, focus a view or highlight architecture with long, narrow windows sited just so on a wall

Smart built-ins, natural light, strong color contrast and personal touches create a functional and stylish workspace

Share pictures of your home and yard this summer — we’d love to feature them in an upcoming story

Leaf blowers, trucks or noisy neighbors driving you berserk? These sound-reduction strategies can help you hush things up

Safety and beauty go hand in hand when you light landscape stairways and steps with just the right mix

Design — and the desire for more space — turns humble garages into gracious living rooms

Add some color, life and intrigue beside your sidewalk with these 7 suggestions

Homeowners redo an atrium with a pool to be a more pleasing and practical space

Table dimensions, clearances, room size and lighting are some of the things to consider when buying and installing a pool table