Design

Check out our comprehensive guide on how to make candlesticks from stair balusters.

Block garden candles from the breeze with recycled glass bottles by building a candle hurricane out of an old wine bottle.

A fresh coat of paint can pep up any old abode's exterior. Not convinced? Read on for paint color inspiration that borrows from every curve of the rainbow

If you're stuck in town or just want to extend those vacation vibes, we've made a list of 22 ways to give your home a relaxing resort feel.

Don't be shy about turning up the color volume in your home's common areas. Take inspiration from these well hued rooms

The cookspace is a great place to go crazy with color, adding life to the hub of the home. Here, our favorites from the pages of This Old House

18 big-impact upgrades, low-budget fixes, and time-saving shortcuts that the pros use—and now you can too

Steal ideas from these amazing home office spaces and watch the good grades roll in this semester.

If you want to add vintage charm to a new washroom or polish to a period one, look to Victorian, Craftsman, and Art Deco designs for inspiration.

Learn how to transform an old, tired surface with glaze, tape, and a toothy tool to make an elegant herringbone pattern.

The Craftsman style is a return to simplicity and natural materials. Learn how you can create a Craftsman-style dining room in this article.

A handsome group of looking glasses inspired by classic house parts

Tin punching lets you create intricate designs on metal for a handcrafted look. Learn what you need and how to do it from our experts.

Give your house an elegant upgrade at an affordable price with these 12 DIY projects that add charm, style, and history.

Inspirational white-hot rooms from the National Kitchen & Bath Association's Design Competition archives

Reader Leslie Geesaman's clever reuse of a salvaged window inspires an easy way to display art and photos

From built-in planters to shade-producing pergolas to railings and more, explore innovative decking ideas curated by our experts.

The right tile can change the look and feel of a bathroom. If you can't decide what you want, take a look at some of these great designs.

A home-renovation pro shares her tricks of the trade

Here's how to link together old shutters for a practical folding screen that you can use for privacy and an added decor touch.

For truly one-of-a-kind tiles, many companies will create custom pieces on request

Large flat-screen TVs are common in most living rooms today, but they can domindate the space. Explore ideas to seamlessly integrate your TV with the rest of your decor.

Most interior shutters today are variations on the louver style. But there are other designs available, made for every need and preference.

How to get the right backyard retreat for your house

Corbels are charming historical brackets used for decorative and structural purposes. Here are some creative ways to use them in your home.

The interior of the Concord Cottage is a marvel of traditional decor, universal design, and hidden storage everywhere.

Get ideas and tips for designing a getaway of your own

How to give vintage transoms, sidelights, and decorative sash new life in your house

Vintage wood mantels bring warmth to a room with or without a crackling fire

Here's how to use natural materials, well-crafted details, and open plan spaces to make a minimalist house inviting.