Great design has a powerful impact on our happiness in our homes. So do good cooking smells, family conversations and, yes, big-screen TVs

White ceramic not your thing? Look to copper, glass or wood to get your creativity flowing

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

These washbasins — in stone, glass, even concrete — add something special to their rooms

Right-size doorways, lever handles and clearance around the sink and commode are a great start in making a powder room accessible to all

A worm-powered compost bin that can fit under a sink turns food scraps into a powerful amendment for your garden. Here’s how to make one

Corral those bottles of lotions and creams in wheeled cubbie for under the sink

Durable, sanitary and unique, this bespeckled surface is a winner for floors, walls, countertops and sinks

Install a pedestal sink, a claw-foot tub, wainscoting and other period items to help your bathroom go the distance

To delight your little one this holiday season, give an adorable wood oven and sink you build with love