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Tan colored Craftsman Style Bungalow house
Exterior

5 Craftsman-Style Curb Appeal Ideas That Aren’t Just for Bungalows

By Sandi Schwartz

Crowd waving small American flags in the air.
Design

12 Mistakes You Should Never Make With the American Flag

By Jamie Birdwell-Branson

A brushed nickel faucet and a chrome faucet side by side.
Design

Brushed Nickel vs. Chrome: What’s the Difference?

By Kristen Mosier, Updated by Margaret Foley

Bed and night table in bedroom that is all green.
Design

How to “Drench” a Room, One of the Hottest Design Trends This Summer

By Sandi Schwartz

Worker building the wooden frame of a new house.
Design

Wood as Strong as Iron: The Latest Breakthrough in Sustainable Construction Materials

By Sandi Schwartz

A gray home with a front porch and shutters on a sunny, snowy winter day.
Design

Why It Matters Whether Your Home Faces North, South, East, or West

By Megan Devine, Reviewed by Bob Vila

The Best Cellular Shades Options
Reviews

This Small Upgrade Can Lower Your Electricity Bills

By Deirdre Mundorf, By Michelle Larson

An elderly woman smiles at a young man helping her in her home.
Design

DIY Tips for an Alzheimer’s-Accommodating Home

By Theresa Clement

A bright room with light filtering wooden blinds.
Design

14 Types of Blinds Every Homeowner Should Know

By Savannah Sher

The Best Composting Toilet Options
Reviews

Yes, Your Off-Grid Setup Needs a Composting Toilet—Here’s What to Get

By Tom Scalisi, By Tony Carrick

Kit Homes Options
DIY

30 Kit Homes You Can Buy and Build Yourself

By Theresa Clement, By Jasmine Harding, By Catherine Hiles

Modern tidy bedroom with sage green bedspread and light wood furniture.
Interior

6 Minimalist Bedroom Ideas for Creating—and Maintaining—a Serene Space

By Sandi Schwartz

The Best Sofa Brands Option
Reviews

The 20 Best Sofa Brands of 2025

By Carol Benton, By Deirdre Mundorf

The Best Furniture Brands Options
Reviews

The 20 Best Furniture Brands of 2025

By Jasmine Harding, By Amanda Tarlton, By Catherine Hiles

Modern, clean living room with a woman sitting in a hanging chair.
DIY

How to Hang a Chair From the Ceiling Safely

By Will Briskin

Blinds vs Curtains: The Pros and Cons of Each Window Treatment
Design

Blinds vs. Curtains: Which Are Right for Your Home?

By Manasa Reddigari, By Bob Vila, Updated by Amy Anderson

Happy Couple standing in front of their new home.
Design

5 Things I Wish I’d Considered More Carefully Before Building a New Home

By Sandi Schwartz

10 Paint Color Mistakes Everyone Makes
Interior

10 Paint Color Mistakes Everyone Makes

By Marie Proeller Hueston

Japandi interior design living room: This Wabi-sabi living room in natural colors with wicker chairs, potted plant and a parquet floor.
Design

Japandi Interior Design: 7 Key Principles to Know

By Savannah Sher

Close-up of red roof tiles, brick chimney and dormer window.
Design

Dormer Windows: Styles, Pros, Cons, and Costs

By Glenda Taylor, By Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement