Bathroom of the Week: Spa-Like With a Wet-Room Layout (5 photos)
This one-story Spanish Revival home in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles was ripe for a down-to-the-studs remodel. The plumbing and electrical systems were old, and the finishes were crumbling. Oro Coast Builders completed a full-house remodel, and in the primary bathroom it went for a restful,......
To-Dos: Your April Home Checklist (11 photos)
With lengthening days and milder temperatures in many parts of the country, April is a wonderful time to freshen up the home inside and out. To get sparkling windows, a clutter-free garage and more, here are 16 tasks to make the most of the first full month of spring....
10 Times to Hire a Design-Build Firm (11 photos)
Wondering if it’s time to hire a design-build firm? Unlike the more traditional path (known as “design, bid, build"), which involves hiring a designer and a builder separately, hiring a design-build firm gives you design and construction services under the same umbrella. Whether led by an architect or......
The 10 Most Popular New Kitchens So Far in 2025 (10 photos)
This Trending Now story features the most-saved kitchen photos uploaded to Houzz between Dec. 15, 2024, and March 15, 2025.White-and-wood kitchen palettes have been extremely popular for years. But you’ll find fresh ideas for creating the classic combination in this countdown......
5 Luxury Wellness Features for 2025 (one photo)
Home wellness features have been taking off in recent years, but it seems lately they have reached escape velocity. To see the latest features and products, check out this highlight of five exciting new luxury home wellness features seen at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2025.......
Houzz Tour: New Family-Friendly Home Full of Color (26 photos)
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 family of five’s new home when interior designer Lynn Holender joined the team. Holender learned from the homeowners that they loved color,......
Yard of the Week: Resort-Like Feel With Mediterranean Touches (15 photos)
Interior designer Lauren Bald already had worked on this couple’s midcentury ranch home in the city of South Salt Lake, Utah, so when it came time to renovate their backyard, she had a great handle on their style. “They wanted it to have a Mediterranean resort-like feel, with formality, geometry and......
10 Ways to Control the Cost of Your Bathroom Remodel (11 photos)
You don’t have to spend a fortune on a new bathroom. Our experts reveal their 10 insider tips for getting a beautiful bathing space while keeping expenses in check. After all, solid gold faucets, a walk-in rain shower and a whirlpool tub are optional....
Which Window Treatment Should You Choose? (10 photos)
When it comes to deciding how to dress a window, there’s more to consider than just how to control light or provide privacy. Do you want the window treatment to be a design focus for the room or an inconspicuous neutral element? What is the architectural style of your home and do you want to highlight......