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

If workers around your home are doing things that bother you, there’s a diplomatic way to approach them

Quell your fears of cooking splashes, cleaning nightmares and dust with these tips from the pros

'Woven' concrete, rammed earth, stones tumbled into baskets ... Materials with texture give these homes freedom of expression

Go beyond a home's bones to find the narrative at its heart, for a more rewarding experience

See how designing with natural stone, clay, wood and more can give a house luminosity, depth of color and lasting appeal

You love the old-world look, but will you like the feel of it underfoot? Learn the pros and cons of interior brick flooring

So basic and yet so incredibly versatile, bricks can dress home exteriors, walls, roofs and more. Here's how to bring out their best

Let your home fantasy loose — the sky's the limit, and we want to hear all about it

What was it about your house that made your heart flutter? Share your photo, and it could make the Houzz homepage