Got Frost-Damaged Plants? How It Happens, and When and How to Prune (12 photos)
Freezing temperatures can cause brown, crispy growth on plants that are susceptible to frost damage. Frost damage can occur when temperatures dip to or below the freezing point, 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). And both cold-hardy plants and tenderer plants that do best in warmer temperatures......
142-Square-Foot Craftsman Kitchen That Maximizes Storage (9 photos)
In a 142-square-foot kitchen, every inch counts. So a peninsula slicing the space nearly in two wasn’t doing this young family any favors. Living in a 1925 Craftsman in Philadelphia’s Mount Airy neighborhood with two small kids, the owners wanted a layout that felt more open, functional and......
Tour a Modern Organic Home With Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Flow (12 photos)
On a compact lot in Tampa, Florida, a well-traveled young couple set out to build a home that would feel like a calming retreat when they returned from the road yet could open up easily for gatherings with friends. Collaborating with the homeowners and builder from the earliest stages and......
Pros’ Favorite Kitchen Island Features (19 photos)
“Everyone wants an island in their kitchen — the bigger the better. It is the most requested kitchen must-have we receive,” says Chad Kahle, president of Kitchen Vision of the Carolinas in Denver, North Carolina.......
10 Kitchen Projects That Deliver Big Results (19 photos)
Sitting in the sweet spot between swapping out cabinet hardware and tearing everything down to the studs, midsize kitchen remodeling projects tackle specific pain points — or seize opportunities — to deliver dramatic results without the scale or cost of a complete overhaul. Here are 10 to consider. Once......
15 Bathroom Vanities Packed With Style and Storage (15 photos)
The right bathroom vanity can provide much-needed storage, make daily grooming easier and even add color and style to a space. You’ll find plenty of ideas for style and storage in this collection of well-designed bathroom vanities. Check out the looks, then click on the links to see more photos and details......
7 Trends From London’s Surface Design Show 2026 (26 photos)
There was a definite mood of comfort and character at this year’s Surface Design Show, held Feb. 3-5, 2026, at the Business Design Centre, London, with warm colors, imperfect finishes, tactile surfaces and personalized designs all speaking to our desire to make our homes feel layered and......
11 Area Rug Rules and How to Break Them (14 photos)
I often get asked, “What are the rules in selecting the size of rug to use in a room?” Deciding what size rug is best for a space can be hard since there are many “rules” and just as many opposing opinions.One popular rule is that the rug should be large enough to slide under the front legs of......
10 Principles of Organizing That Work in Every Room (9 photos)
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....