Remodeling Guides945 Stories
Remodeling GuidesSee What You Can Learn From a Floor Plan
Floor plans are invaluable in designing a home, but they can leave regular homeowners flummoxed. Here's help
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesModern Metal Fireplaces Open World of Possibilities
Allowing way more natural light than traditional fireplaces, and with some not even needing a vent, metal fireplaces are a major improvement
Full StoryKitchen DesignHow to Choose and Use Ecofriendly Kitchen Appliances
Inefficient kitchen appliances waste energy and money. Here's how to pick and use appliances wisely
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesRenovation Detail: The Awning Window
Although they open from the bottom, awning windows are tops at boosting air circulation — even when the rain comes knocking
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesClerestory Windows Are Tops at Ushering in Light
Save on electricity and lift your mood with more natural light when you add clerestory windows at the top of your home's walls
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesRenovation Detail: The Knee Brace
Playing a supporting role in architecture but earning attention in their own right, knee braces are a favorite on Craftsman home exteriors
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesContractor Tips: 5 Easy Ways to Get a Greener Home
Forget a fleet of solar panels (for now). These ideas can make your home a whole lot greener when money or time is in short supply
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesReplace vs. Restore: The Great Window Debate
Deciding what to do with windows in disrepair isn't easy. This insight on the pros and cons of window replacement or restoration can help
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesRenovation Material: Cerused Oak
This traditional material adds welcome texture to the sleek surfaces of modern furniture, cabinetry and more
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesFollow a Ranch House Renovation From Start to Finish
Renovation Diary, Part 1: Join us on a home project in Florida for lessons for your own remodel — starting with finding the right house
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesRenovation Detail: The Shed Dormer
To expand living space and maximize light at the top of a home, consider adding a shed dormer to the architecture
Full Story









