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

A scientific analysis of the diverse variety of species found in the world of design

Checkerboard Patterns Go From Casual to Ritzy, From Marble to Grass

Beneficial insects go wild for this drought-tolerant plant’s summer flowers, while seed heads feed critters foraging in the cold

West Coast natives: The blue flowers of drought-tolerant ceanothus draw the eye and help support local wildlife too

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

Add an exotic touch with Moroccan tiles in everything from intricate patterns and rich colors to subtle, luminous neutrals

Industrial style for this artist's live-work loft in Pittsburgh starts before you even walk through the door

Cup plant provides structure, cover, food and water to help attract and sustain wildlife in the eastern North American garden