Children ran from the scary dark walls in this spare room, but white paint and new flooring put fears and style travesties to rest

Whether it's cedar, fir or pine, if a wood has a knot, it's hot

Allowing way more natural light than traditional fireplaces, and with some not even needing a vent, metal fireplaces are a major improvement

We found an easy trick to add a nice design touch to any storage basket just in time for Halloween visitors

Stone and wood plus earthy colors link a family room to its woodsy site and create a comfy gathering spot

Frameless, low to the ground, dual sided ... these fireplaces go beyond run-of-the-mill to offer extra visual appeal

Have your cooking and your nice weather too, with a kitchen setup that embraces indoor-outdoor flow

Make your home a homage to Scandinavian style or simply add a few nicely Nordic touches with this checklist of key features

Go with a good-looking grain for your home by using wood logs indoors as an architectural or artistic feature

Time changes copper’s appearance on walls, fireplaces and more, but your love of its look may spring eternal