Make a room special with the texture of wainscoting, panels, shiplap and more

Designers redo the back of a house for a better indoor-outdoor connection and install a clever structure for storage, function and flow

Win the battle of the dueling focal points with a thoughtful fireplace arrangement that puts attention right where you want it

You'll hardly miss the flame when your firebox glows with twinkle lights, frames an art object or stores magazines

Laden with boughs, lights and even lemons, these decorated fireplace mantels show a festive Christmas spirit and a creative approach

Overstuffed bookshelves can easily turn into an eyesore. These shelf-clearing projects are bound to help

A wood-burning fireplace, beloved collections and comfortable seating make this library a family favorite

Even a fireplace didn’t help this dining room’s popularity, until an interior designer stepped in

The size, location and materials of many fireplaces present decorating challenges. Here are a few solutions

Long and lean and sleek to the core, these gas-burning fireplaces make a powerful contemporary statement