Cottages, bungalows, farmhouses ... whatever you call them, houses in this style share several characteristics. See how many your house has

Who says you need a lawn and roses in front of your traditional house? Try some of these drought-tolerant beauties instead

Masterfully mixing colorful patterns and fun-loving accents, a designer turns her traditional New England house into a spirited home

First-time homeowners give their 1939 house a modern refresher that still honors its original style

Traditional fixtures, a farmhouse sink and wood countertops give a newly redone kitchen a classic feel

A couple's full-time home on Minnesota's Green Lake offers indoor-outdoor spaces and a comfortable blend of styles

Layered colors and patterns designed for its traditional bones give a weekend house on the Melbourne coast a bright outlook

Shunning Victorian frills, this 17,000-square foot home celebrates stone, wood and idiosyncrasy

Smitten with classic home design? Use this primer to bring the best of the traditional look to your house

Good luck and fortune are believed to follow when homeowners keep the spirits happy with these mini dwellings