Design advice, inspiration and observations that struck a chord this week

Find out how to ask guests for less traditional wedding gifts

When it comes to creating extra room, a mezzanine or loft level can be your best friend

10 Steps to Take Toward Minimalism

Here’s how to handle the age-old entertaining conundrum to protect your furniture — and friendships

10 Ways to Make a Small Space Live Large

Save your sanity and your decorating budget by choosing materials and surfaces that can stand up to abuse

Whether in woodwork, flooring, wall treatments or tile, you can get a luxe effect while spending less

Whether you live in a drought-stricken area or just want to help preserve a precious resource, here are things you can do to use less water

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