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Design
Monolithic white kitchens have given way to accents in matte black, and rich, saturated color.
New styles emphasize bold choices and homeowners’ individuality
A pair of salvaged corbels inspires the trim design for a replacement entry door
For the first part of our two-part story, we focus on energy efficiency and practical solutions to everyday construction challenges
For the very young, the very old, and the injured of any age, most homes are an accident waiting to happen
Risk expert says stronger building codes and practices needed
An energy-minded carpenter’s take on when it makes sense to use less wood in a wall—and when it doesn’t
Hansgrohe’s Axor Starck V, known for its signature glass tap, is one victim of product plagiarism.
It’s known as the “anti-prize”
Understanding window ratings to help guide clients and position you as an expert
A fast, efficient, repeatable way to build drawers that are strong enough for the way most drawers are used
What's wrong with this kitchen lighting scheme? Can lights located in aisles cast shadow on tasks when the cook stands at the counter. Under-cabinet lights mounted against the wall cause glare. There are too few fixtures to light an island of this size. Read on for solutions that will bring better lighting to your kitchen designs.
Evidence-based design brings kitchen lighting out of the shadows
Despite the growing popularity of ADUs, few local governments have defined policies for addressing them
Americans will spend nearly $70 billion on their pets this year, so it’s no wonder many households are now including animals in their remodeling plans
Before photos: Doug Walter; after photos: Tracy Rivera Photography
This accessible remodel provides the homeowner with much-needed quality of life without breaking the bank
Before images: courtesy Phil Kean Design Group; after images: Jeffrey A. Davis, Davis Photography
Details about the interior products and technologies used in the Orlando show home
Photo: Hood River reDesign
These heating-cooling marvels work great but don’t always go with the rest of the room. Here are five ways to dress them up or conceal them altogether.
There's strong growth in trades working with energy-efficient products
All diagrams in this article: courtesy Building Science for Building Enclosures, 2005, J.F. Straube and E.F.P. Burnett, published by Building Science Press
As long as there’s a temperature difference and some height, the air is churning
Photo: Your Garage Organizer
A look at customized, gender-specific spaces for work and play
A remodeled 30-something Florida house radiates new style, energy, and up-to-the-minute design genius
To find the right shapes and proportions, think of the wall section as a classical column