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See an ancient building technique that’s held stone walls together without mortar for centuries

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Thanks to a modern overhaul, this small Central European apartment is now a testament to efficiency and thoughtful design

Set the right mood, focus a view or highlight architecture with long, narrow windows sited just so on a wall

This renter calls doing laundry a hobby. She created a beautiful space to make it even more enjoyable

Darkness is falling earlier at night, thanks to daylight saving time's end. Stave off the gloom with comforting, flattering candlelight

Please share stories of those who have given you kind words or done deeds that helped you through 2017