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Every year, there's a new decorating trend ahead.  1. Velvet Laid-back luxury still reigns supreme, so it’s no surprise that velvet, the most sumptuous and alluring of all the fabrics, is showing up everywhere. A classic chair wrapped in soft, touchable silk velvet or...

Some Highlights Once a lender has reviewed your finances as part of the homebuying process, you want to be as consistent as possible. Don’t make any big changes that could affect your mortgage application. Here are a few tips. Don’t change bank accounts or apply for...

Recession talk is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. And that leaves people wondering what would happen to the housing market if we do go into a recession. Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in housing...

If you’re looking for bathroom remodeling inspiration, you’ll find plenty packed into this countdown of the 10 most popular new bathrooms. Take note of creative tile patterns, welcoming wood vanities, uplifting green and blue elements and stylish shower-tub combos....

Get your house and yard in order now, and you’ll be ready to enjoy the summer days ahead with this May Home Checklist. With Memorial Day coming up, there is plenty of incentive to get those outdoor spaces ready to enjoy. From scheduling house painting to organizing...

Art, color and lots of room for family time dictated the design of this Texas-size house in Houston. The architect had just completed the preliminary plans for this young family of five’s new home when interior designer Lynn Holender joined the team. The homeowners...

If you’re getting ready to sell your home, you’ve probably made a list of items to tackle around the house. Declutter your rooms, paint the walls, fix any broken or worn items. Certainly, maximizing the visual appeal of your home is essential when staging to sell. But...

View Video For homeowners Katherine Moore and chef Randy Feltis, everything they need is in their mid-century ranch bungalow backyard. “We don’t even use our indoor kitchen anymore!” says Katherine who loves to entertain. See inside the 16x30 pavilion, where a big...

For Gianpiero Pugliese and Mariya Naumov, crafting their dream kitchen wasn’t about sifting through inspiration boards or collecting swatches. Instead, the couple — husband-and- wife principals of the design-build firm Audax — found their vision in a single, timeless...

Repeat after me: I am in charge of my remodel. Perhaps you should say it again, because sadly, it’s not always so. Remodels sometimes have a tendency to develop their own inertia, as decisions lead to new dilemmas, unintended consequences and surprising outcomes. In...

Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you. If you want to put yourself in the best position to buy, there’s one step you can’t afford to skip, and that’s getting...

Along with sunny days and warm evenings, the summer season invariably brings mosquitoes and other less-than-welcome visitors to gardens. If mosquitoes and other insects are an issue where you live, take a look at the following nine ideas to help prevent them from...

If selling your house is on your to-do list this year, the time to start prepping is now. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is coming up fast. A recent Realtor.com study analyzed years of housing market trends (excluding 2020 since it was an...

Click or tap to play video Designer Barbara Purdy took her long-time friend and client’s “ugly, awful, small bungalow” and transformed it into an open-concept home with a modern, airy aesthetic. Without a doubt, the open porch is the showstopper, with windows lining...

Some Highlights Buying a home isn’t just a transaction – it’s a journey. And like any great adventure, having a solid roadmap makes all the difference. ​ From building your dream team to getting pre-approved, house hunting, and signing the papers on closing day – each...

Homeowner’s insurance is a must-have to protect what’s probably your biggest investment – your home. And while you never want to think about worst-case scenarios, the right coverage is basically your safety net if something goes wrong. Here’s how it helps you. Covers...

See how designer Rebecca Axler of RTG Designs brought a pair of bathrooms to life with saturated color and statement accessories. In the first space, a lux marble vanity keeps the focus on the handsome, deep blue cabinets and custom mirrors. Downstairs in the powder...

Have you ever thought about packing up and moving to be closer to the people who mean the most to you? Maybe you’re tired of long drives to see your family or wish your kids could spend more time with their grandparents. Clearly, a lot of other people feel the same...

They say moving is one of the most stressful experiences you can encounter in life. Clearly “they” haven’t attempted a joint renovation project. Add construction dust, decision-making and the absence of a working toilet into the mix and you have a recipe for run-ins....