Get a great result even without an experienced touch by following these basic design guidelines

Love coffee? Wake up to these great designs for a café-style area in the kitchen, guest room and even bathroom

Stay comfy during unpredictable weather — and prevent unexpected bills — by efficiently insulating and shading your home

Take your culinary zone to new heights with a cantilevered countertop that’s visually appealing and practical

Get more kitchen prep and storage space with islands, bar carts and sideboards — or even a folding cart for a tiny kitchen

Cleverly concealed in cabinets or mounted in or above the sink, these racks cut kitchen cleanup time without creating clutter

Tuck away the toaster for a clean look and easy access

The Hardworking Home: Murphy beds, bunk compartments and more can provide sleeping quarters for visitors in rooms you use every day

A patio combining a covered kitchen with an exposed entertaining area is the perfect setting for life in Sydney

Using native species brings ‘terroir,’ or local flavor, to your garden and contributes to healthy wildlife relationships