What are the color names used on the siding of this residence?

Strike a bluesy chord that's decidedly upbeat or make things greener on your side of the fence, with fresh paint colors for the new year

GARDENING GUIDES What’s in a Name? See 6 Wildflowers That Aren’t ‘Weeds’ at All

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

Dispel the stereotypes of weeds and try these wildlife-supporting native wildflowers in your garden

ARCHITECTURE Homes Play the Name Game

By Houzz

What's in a name? These homes convey personality, philosophy and description, whether dubbed by the architects or the clients themselves

LIFE You Said It: ‘Name Your Garden’ and More Ideas of the Week

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

HOUZZ TOURS AIASF Marin Home Tour: The Portnoy/Danzig Residence

FEEL-GOOD HOME 12 Very Useful Things I've Learned From Designers

These simple ideas can make life at home more efficient and enjoyable

GREEN BUILDING Houzz Call: What Have You Salvaged for Home Use?

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If your floors, furniture, exterior materials or other home elements have a past life, we'd like to hear the story

COLOR Bathed in Color: When to Use Gray in the Bath

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Go for elegance and sophistication without going overboard on coolness, using these gray bathroom paint picks and inspirational photos

COLOR How to Use Marsala, Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year

Pantone digs deep and goes earthy with its selection. Here are ways to make it work in your home

KITCHEN DESIGN Cooking With Color: When to Use Yellow in the Kitchen

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Perk up your kitchen with a burst of Pineapple Delight or a dollop of Top Banana on the walls, cabinets or countertops