Learn stripping, staining, painting and reupholstering basics to make bargain-basement furniture worthy of center stage at home

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

You can come out from behind the closed curtains now. These strategies let in the light while blocking the ugly

You don't need a TV show or legendary brand to play style maven at home — you just need a color of your own

A pond full of colorful koi can be a delightful addition to just about any landscape or garden

There are products out there designed to help you transform your thrift-store scores

Reduce paper and plastic use the simple, stylish way with ecoconscious kitchen, laundry and bathroom items

A new addition can connect you to the yard, raise the roof, bring in light or make a statement. Which style is for you?

Hang a vintage sign here and some inexpensive curtains there, for a patio or deck that looks polished and pulled together

Stay warm without turning up the thermostat by choosing the right curtains, windows and more