Prioritizing lighting and a bookcase, and then taking time to select furnishings, yields a thoughtfully put-together space

Banquette seating, folding tables and clever seating options can create a comfortable dining room right in your main living space

White surfaces and Scandinavian midcentury modern-inspired decor freshen up a once-dark living space

After a tragic loss, a woman sets out on the road to recovery by improving her condo

Chucking the builder’s floor plan, a family reassigns rooms to work better for their needs

Modern, simple and even usable in some outdoor spots, Ron Rezek's Cirrus ceiling fan will change your mind about this much-maligned fixture

A farm table, a salvaged-wood wall or a simple barn light can bring casual, homey comfort to any space

No room for a big chandelier? See how your overhead lighting can still make a statement

An architect opens up an attic to create a grand kitchen and dining space with a mix of modern and classic details