Scandinavian style also helps keep things light, bright and airy in this compact space in New York City

Smaller, more proportionally fitting furniture, a cooler paint color and better window treatments help bring life to a limiting layout

Amid expansive panes of glass and unbroken light, smaller windows can provide relief and focus for modern homes inside and out

A raised ceiling, smaller appliances and white paint help bring airiness to a once-cramped Manhattan space

These window treatments show what you can do when a wall-mounted drapery rod is awkward or unworkable

New steel doors and windows, an inky exterior, and clean architectural changes update a New York family’s weekend home

Doing away with the boundary between indoor and outdoor living, open walls add space, light and drama to a home

Arched windows, French doors and sidelights get their due with treatments that keep their beauty out in the open

Thinking about revamping your patio this year? Indoor-outdoor pass-throughs make entertaining outside even easier

A converted factory space benefits from abundant windows, a modified open-plan design and eclectic art and decor