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A remodel of a 1923 Florida kitchen adds a large island, bold color and a connection to a new outdoor cooking and dining space

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Bring the tropical spirit of Hawaii to a mainland garden — for a summer or even longer

Bibliophiles across the globe reveal their top books and favorite reading spots, from a 2-story library to an artfully curated book nook

Straw and driftwood made up the original versions, but Orkney chairs have come a long way from their modest island beginnings

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A landscaper transforms his apartment building’s rooftop into a lush retreat where he and his friends relax and sometimes take in a movie

A midcentury ranch house’s architecture and a couple’s English and Lone Star State backgrounds come into play in a spirited renovation