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Of course you've heard of it, but you might not know all the uses and benefits of this workhorse building material

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Square tubes, cantilevered cubes, mixed glass ... new plays on bay windows are boldly branching out in modern architecture

Bump out a room to increase light, views and square footage — we give you details and costs for the five bay window types

See how wood, concrete and stone convey ideas about history, personal taste and much more

Give your kitchen unexpected flavor by combining wood, stone, glass and more. Here’s how to get the mix right

See how 21 designers from around the U.S. outfitted a 1940 townhouse with vivid wall treatments and edgy furnishings

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