See granite types from white to black in action, and learn which cabinet finishes and fixture materials pair best with each

As sleek and beautifully designed as their modern kitchen surroundings, these fireplaces leave old-fashioned hearths in the dust

Been there, done that with the pumpkins and corncobs? Try these wonderfully fresh ideas for a beautifully decorated mantel this autumn

Revel in the sights and scents of spring on a patio or in a garden corner decked out in comfy interior style

Some have pools or fountains; some are awash only with greenery. These courtyards run the gamut of styles but have alluring looks in common

Laden with boughs, lights and even lemons, these decorated fireplace mantels show a festive Christmas spirit and a creative approach

Go beyond the ordinary with a wall of unusual stone, decorative glass, wallpaper or paint

Refresh your bathroom with rich-looking tile in marble, shell, stone and glass

Refresh the look of your home's fireplace with a stone slab surround

Add spark underfoot and pull a room together all around with a patterned rug as bold or subtle as you please