‘Pull yourself together’ or ‘thank you for transforming my life’? Notes to homes around the country hit us where we live

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

Whether you favor contemporary, classic or beach reads, do the long and lazy days of summer bring out the lit lover in you?

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

Lack of space needn’t mean lack of visitors, thanks to sleep sofas, trundle beds and imaginative sleeping options

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

Maintain peace and maybe even inspire togetherness with decorating strategies from a designer with seven grandchildren

Great design stimulates all the senses, including touch. Check out these great uses of texture, then let your fingers do the walking

12 ways to turn couch space into seating that's much more inviting

Sure, the extra income would be great. But jumping blindly into owning a rental property could be disastrous. Here's what you need to know