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

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

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Find out how to ask guests for less traditional wedding gifts

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Make fluffing and folding more enjoyable by borrowing these ideas from beautifully designed laundry rooms

Make your bedroom a serene dream with easy moves that won’t give your bank account nightmares

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