Furniture Ideas & Inspiration

Assemble a custom-made ladder bookshelf that's perfect for any reader. Modify the height and width to vary your shelf space.

Turn unused space around the house into extra seating and storage with a minimum of carpentry—and get a snug, homey haven for daydreaming, reading, even napping

Are you into upcycling and want to create a stylish centerpiece for your living room? Read on to learn how to turn a cabinet into a table.

Follow these steps to turn a plain table into a sophisticated statement piece by adding a decorative table trim.

This DIY project blends rustic wood with industrial metal. Follow these steps to build your own hairpin-leg coffee table.

A blank box becomes an inviting gathering spot with new paint, molding, trim, and furniture

TOH reader Cheryl Demartini shares how she turns salvaged doors, barn boards, and hardware into one-of-a-kind furnishings

Want the look of vintage furniture without the wait? Learn how to age furniture with crackle-finish paint in our guide.

Repurpose a paneled beauty for a bit of classic master bedroom adornment. This article explains how to turn an interior door into a headboard.

Learn how to turn a plain pine cabinet into a sophisticated vertical bar by adding crown molding and custom rack assemblies.

In this guide, we'll walk you through step-by-step instructions on how to build a custom bookcase with moldings for your home.

Want to add a custom window seat to your home but not sure how? Check out these 11 window seat ideas to find the perfect cozy nook for you.

Get your media center organized with a custom-built storage unit

For the folks at Thos. Moser, it starts with select cherry trees, old-fashioned craftsmanship, and a passionate respect for the wood.

How to get the handles in the same place every time

These built-ins are popping up in more and more homeowners' remodels, whether as a fully equipped kitchen in miniature or just a niche carved out for bottles and glassware.

Make a strong, beautiful DIY bookcase. Our step-by-step guide shares which wood to use, costs, materials, and scribing tips.

Everything Sam Maloof touches — every chair, every table, every cabinet, every rafter, every molding, every window, every door, every latch — reveals his genius

Oriental rugs can be excellent heirlooms. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about choosing an Oriental rug.