Learn how to balance your budget and set priorities to get the home features you want with the least compromise

See where it makes sense to invest in durable essentials and focal pieces, and where to economize on other things

Knock, knock. Who's there? A brand-new generation of hardware and app combos that let you play doorman from anywhere

Facing a window or your guests? In a corner or near the dishwasher? Here’s how to find the right location for your sink

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

If you're spoiling all that lovely extra light and fresh air with a dull screen door, consider these imaginative options instead

Think you’re hip enough for orange? Or optimistic enough for yellow? Take our front-door personality quiz and find out

Stand mixers aren’t huge, but they’re heavy. See storage ideas for keeping them accessible and easy to use

Understand door types, materials and cabinet face construction to make the right choice when you shop

Small and multiuse spaces benefit from beds that appear only when they’re needed