Victorian touches harmonize with contemporary amenities in this inviting vacation home with its own dock on the lake

A Chicago couple’s new vacation home melds modern design with breathtaking views of nature

Working-farm rustic goes stylishly modern, thanks to the loving reinvention efforts of a determined homeowner

Distressed finishes and a mix of styles make this newly built great room fit for a laid-back family

Soothing neutrals, casual furnishings and nearby Lake Michigan offer a Chicago couple and their guests a respite from city chaos

No more crowding around the Christmas tree. Friends and extended family now have all the elbow room they need, thanks to a smart addition

Artisan-made and vintage furnishings, a coffered ceiling and agrarian touches give a century-old home warm appeal

Blended styles and an unusual layout work together beautifully, while an angled kitchen island works hard for the cooks

Tired of cramming their family and friends into a compact space, a family adds a guesthouse and an addition big enough for a crowd