‘Pull yourself together’ or ‘thank you for transforming my life’? Notes to homes around the country hit us where we live

Share pictures of your home and yard this summer — we’d love to feature them in an upcoming story

Add an exotic touch with Moroccan tiles in everything from intricate patterns and rich colors to subtle, luminous neutrals

Maintain peace and maybe even inspire togetherness with decorating strategies from a designer with seven grandchildren

Leaf blowers, trucks or noisy neighbors driving you berserk? These sound-reduction strategies can help you hush things up

Blend colors and styles to create a harmonious sanctuary for two, using these examples and tips

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

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

See how the Mac and iPod aesthetic synchs up with today's house

Talk about convenience. Better yet, get it yourself after being inspired by this Texas bath