Finding a dining room rug that is both practical and stylish is no easy feat. Fluffy pile can permanently trap every crumb from the table. Too-small rugs can trip up chairs. But a good rug can bring color, texture, warmth and style to the dining...

When updating a laundry room, many homeowners ask designers to make doing laundry more enjoyable. To do that, designers bring in pattern and color to spark joy, or lean on a breezy and efficient layout with abundant natural light to create a...

When it came to redoing this 1978 kitchen outside Minneapolis, interior designer Colleen Slack?s careful approach helped her find the exact style her clients wanted. She says the goal was warm modern but not specifically midcentury modern. The...

Fall days are still long and bright enough to make being outside pleasant but cooler than the summer heat, so the idea of taking on a landscape project is inviting. If you?re looking for ways to take advantage of fall days and also get a jump on...

Although hardwood flooring is an investment, it?s one worth considering, and maintaining, according to the National Association of Realtors and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Their survey data show that new and refinished...

After traveling the world and having three kids, these homeowners were ready to settle down in their forever home. They asked designer Taylor Harrison to create a second-floor addition that includes an elevated yet kid-friendly hallway bathroom for...

Fall is a time when the garden to-do list becomes shorter and you have time to enjoy the growing season?s final days. For some, that might mean adding final touches to their yard?s fall show or starting to think about next year?s plans. For others,...

It?s easy to love weekend mornings (who doesn?t love a leisurely start to the day"), but weekday mornings don?t need to be rushed through. In fact, by reclaiming a bit of time for yourself in the morning, your workdays can begin on a note of...

Maison & Object, the twice-annual international meeting of decoration, design and lifestyle professionals, returned to the Paris Norde Villepinte Exhibition Center on Sept. 5-9, 2024. The design fair showcased the main colors that will...

You don?t need much to turn an entry porch into a place that allows and even encourages connection; even a simple chair will do. But if you?re planning to stay awhile, perhaps waving at neighbors over the morning paper or communing with trees over...

Using white in an open-plan kitchen doubles the dose of spaciousness, as these three kitchens show. But both elements come with their challenges. How do you create a pleasing view from a living space with kitchen appliances in sight" How do you...

If you want to know where home design is headed, just follow the enthusiasm. We asked dozens of design and remodeling pros what gets them excited lately, and their responses reveal a snapshot of popular colors, materials and features on the rise....

When a family of three took over this 18th-century former keeper?s cottage in a conservation area, the landscape lacked flow and was low on plantings. The homeowners were eager to add a swimming pool to the sloping 1-acre property, so they hired...

It?s fun to focus on the cosmetic aspects of a bathroom remodel, but I would also encourage you to prioritize your storage and organization needs. Since the bathroom is typically such a high-functioning part of your home, designing one with maximum...

Creating a stylish living room requires a balancing act of color, texture, fabric, pattern and scale. Designers know how to turn the knobs on each to get the best result. Here, pros share how they mixed special features to produce fashionable and...

There are many things to consider when planning a new bathroom, but how to keep it clean might not be top of mind when you?re looking at faucet finishes and tile colors. With a little forward thinking, though, you can get a bathroom that stays fresh...

As the air turns crisp and the leaves change from green to amber, red and gold, you may find yourself wanting to linger a little longer on the porch and savor that glowing autumn light. From clusters of candles to cozy wool blankets, here are eight...

This empty-nest couple disliked a lot about their kitchen. A peninsula divided it from the family room. An eat-in area with a desk wasted square footage. And boring finishes in similar tones ran together ? honey maple cabinets, mottled, hand-scraped...

It?s estimated that about 1 person in 7 is neurodivergent ? where the brain functions differently from the majority neurotypical population. The term covers autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder...

These homeowners disliked the mostly brown and tan finishes and bulky features in their primary bathroom. The couple?s designer, Chad Esslinger, describes the space a bit more bluntly. ?Outdated and dismal,? he says. To freshen up the look and feel,...

As we head into summer?s final act, porches become a front seat to nature?s spectacular costume changes. The following eight porches offer plenty of ideas for creating unobstructed views while using screens to keep out pesky insects and railings to...

Appliance garages conceal countertop appliances such as blenders, coffee makers and toasters while keeping them easily accessible and organized. While they?ve been around for decades, they?re enjoying a resurgence in popularity as homeowners...

Many lake cabins in central Minnesota go all in on rustic style. But when interior designer Kelly Caruso had the chance to help a longtime friend design a new-build house on Clamshell Lake, they opted for classic and subtly patinaed instead of...

There?s no need to completely rework your summer containers to give them fall flair. Instead, check out these nine ideas for updating existing container gardens (or, if you?re inspired, potting up new ones), including one plant to add for instant...

During the dog days of summer, few activities sound better ? or more relaxing ? than lounging outside on the water. This coast-to-coast collection of lakeside and riverfront landscapes, each designed to make the most of its locale while reflecting a...