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Tan colored Craftsman Style Bungalow house
Architecture

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

By Sandi Schwartz

Worker building the wooden frame of a new house.
Architecture

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.
Architecture

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

By Megan Devine, Reviewed by Bob Vila

Happy Couple standing in front of their new home.
Architecture

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

By Sandi Schwartz

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

Dormer Windows: Styles, Pros, Cons, and Costs

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

Grand foyer with curved staircase, brown wooden door, and chandelier.
Architecture

This Once-Popular Home Feature Is Falling Out of Favor

By Sandi Schwartz

Two arm chairs by large window.
Architecture

20 Ways to Make Your New House Look Old

By Joe Provey, By Chris Gardner, Updated by Amy Anderson

The exterior of a modern home is made of concrete.
Architecture

Should You Consider a Concrete House?

By Maureen Blaney Flietner, By Bob Vila

A young woman wearing autumn / winter clothes, inside a wooden dome with a geometric design in a forest.
Architecture

Containers, Earthships, and Domes, Oh My! 10 Cool and Quirky House Alternatives

By Deirdre Mundorf

Woman in blue dress sitting on steps of wooden tiny home of wheels while drinking coffee.
Architecture

Why You Should Consider an Alternative Home

By Deirdre Mundorf

A close-up of several people reviewing architectural drawings of a home.
Architecture

Everything You Need to Know About Working With an Architect to Create Your Dream Home

By James Scott

A partially built house with lumber lying outside
Architecture

Building a Home Addition: Costs and Key Considerations, Explained

By Brie Greenhalgh

Mother and child sitting on staircase with book.
Architecture

9 Types of Stairs to Consider for Your Next Remodel

By Deirdre Mundorf

America’s 50 Most Infamous Homes
Architecture

America’s 50 Most Infamous Homes

By Cody Calamaio, By Katelin Hill

Open floor plan of modern home with large ceilings.
Architecture

The One Wall Most People Want to Rip Out: Ideas for Open and Semi-Open Floor Plans

By Kristen Mosier

Beautifully restored historic home from outside
Architecture

Love That Local Landmark? 5 Reasons to Buy an Old House

By Jeff Vasishta

12 Unique Treehouse Ideas for Your Backyard
Architecture

12 Unique Treehouse Ideas for Your Backyard

By Stacey L. Nash

10 Historic Homes That Were Part of the Underground Railroad
Architecture

10 Historic Homes That Were Part of the Underground Railroad

By Stacey L. Nash

The Coolest House You Can Tour in Every State
Architecture

The Coolest House You Can Tour in Every State

By Manasa Reddigari

Love Old Houses? These Are the 15 Airbnbs for You
Architecture

Love Old Houses? These Are the 15 Airbnbs for You

By Nicole Shein