4 Fresh Dining Rooms Mix Old and New

Good-looking wall treatments and layered furnishings are laid out beautifully in these rooms. 1. East Meets West Designers: Homeowners with Michael Miller of Phase2 Builders Location: San FranciscoSize: 250 square feet (23 square meters) Homeowners’ request. Modernize...

4 Must-Have Features for a Small Living Room

1. Built-In Units This is an obvious one, but it needs to be here. Built-ins are the ultimate when it comes to making the most of a small space. Custom fitted units can be built into awkward angles and alcoves, and store-bought furniture simply cannot compete in this...

10 Principles of Room Organizing

Getting your home organized is a great feeling, but figuring out where to start can be overwhelming. Keep the process simple by zeroing in on these 10 principles of organizing, which can be applied to any space, anytime. 1. Get to Know Active vs. Passive Zones Active...

10 Most Popular Living Rooms

If you’re wanting a fresh look for your living room, just think light and airy. That’s a recurring trend among this countdown of the most-saved living room photos on Houzz so far this year. You’ll also find ideas for welcoming seating arrangements and winning color...

10 Inspiring Ways To Turn Your Backyard Into A Resort-Retreat

Luxurious accents, inviting lounge areas and twinkling lights help make a backyard feel like a vacation spot. Imagine stepping into an outdoor space and seeing a swaying hammock, glowing garden lights and bold tropical foliage, and hearing the sound of water trickling...

Take a Seat: 8 Perches for Pausing in Your Hallway

After you’ve put your coat hooks, shoe storage and a surface for keys and coins in your hallway, you probably think there isn’t much room for anything else. But one useful item you might well have forgotten is a seat — useful for putting on outerwear or just taking a...