Blending old-fashioned elegance with spa-style pampering, pedestal tubs are a practical alternative to claw-foot and standard models

Before you float away on visions of jets and bubbles and the steamiest water around, consider these very real spa tub issues

Glass block windows, Starphire glass shower panes and bright white and blue tile make for a bright new bathroom design

Feeling burned over a small cooking space? These features and strategies can help prevent kitchen meltdowns

Arrange your compact living room to get the comfort, seating and style you need

See how this homeowner celebrates his personal style, his flea market finds and the heritage of his 1919 Long Beach home

New project for a new year: Swap your conventional heater for an energy-saving model — and don’t be fooled by misinformation

An extraordinarily scaled-down home and garden for a couple and their 2 kids fosters sustainability and togetherness

Tub or shower? What finish for your fixtures? Find out what bathroom features are popular — and the differences by age group

These ingenious strategies and sleek designs for the sink, tub, shower and toilet help your bathroom practically clean itself