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Lose a wall, add windows, and reallocate adjacent space, then blend sparkling white surfaces with warm wood-tone accents. That’s the recipe for a bright, open kitchen made for family gatherings!

Annexing adjacent spaces, moving the entry, and upgrading the fixtures and finishes allows a bare-bones en suite bath to become a stylish shared amenity

A symmetrical design of raised beds grows out of a blank patch of turf­, adding beauty and productivity to the landscape.

A new crop of warm-weather problem-solvers for your home.

Warm weather has finally arrived! It’s time to head outside and give your house and landscape some TLC.

As smart tech aimed at outdoor living evolves, the range of tasks it can handle—from lighting the patio to freeing you from the grill to robo-mowing the grass—is more impressive than ever.

Luscious color overhead in a light-reflecting finish can give your entry—and spirits—a lift.

Roof issues such as leaks, damaged shingles, and faulty flashing can be expensive hassles. Learn how to spot and fix these common problems in our step-by-step guide.

You don't have to resign yourself to feeling trapped in a small bedroom. Read how to make your small bedroom space appear much bigger, from lighting tricks to dresser suggestions.

Hebe bushes can bring color and beauty to your garden year-round. Here’s what you need to know about planting, pruning, and propagating them.

Installing an automatic door closer allows for increased safety, efficiency, and convenience. This guide shows how to DIY one for your home.

Kevin O’Connor chats with three guests about what’s being done now to mitigate the growing risk of rising sea levels.

Your hot tub deserves that extra special touch for its surroundings. Find some design ideas to make your hot tub deck more relaxing.

Buying a hot tub? Avoid costly mistakes and ensure a smooth installation with this comprehensive guide to hot tub installation.

You can very easily dress up your basement ceiling while still accounting for utilities and moisture. Read our guide for 9 ideas you can execute yourself.

Badger State residents planning to relocate can lighten their load by hiring a professional. Find out our top choices of self-service and full-service moving companies in Wisconsin.

If you’re moving to or from Texas, read our guide covering the best moving companies in Texas and compare each company’s services and pricing.

Virginia offers both opportunity and natural beauty. If you’re moving to the state, read our guide for the best moving companies in Virginia to learn about each company’s services, pricing, pros, and drawbacks.

Although they seem like the stuff of Disney cartoons, chipmunks are substantially less cute and cuddly if they’ve gotten into your garden or your home.

Stink bugs are a seasonal menace in some parts of the United States. Learn how to get rid of stink bugs without causing them to release that lingering, foul odor they’re known for.

You can find ants no matter where you live in the U.S. (Yes, even Alaska.) But you shouldn’t have to find them in your kitchen. Learn how to get rid of ants in the kitchen in four easy steps.

Host Kevin O’Connor speaks to architect Michael Green and Lynn Osmond, President and CEO of the Chicago Architecture Center, about building tall with one of our original building materials: wood.

Protect your home and everything inside with these simple tips to help make your garage–an easy entry point for burglars–more secure.

This Old House INSIDER’s discount hub gives superfans more ways to save