While It’s Still Hot Outside, Design a Landscape for Cooling
The dog days of summer are upon us. With intense sunlight streaming over our gardens, we’re reminded of just how brutal it can be in the heat. The tricky part is that spots in the…
Month: August 2025
White and Wood With Personal Touches
After purchasing this house in Henderson, Nevada, a couple with four young kids enlisted designer Christy Mancera of Cera Construction to make it better suit their lifestyle. Mancera, who used Houzz Pro software, reworked the…
4 Pool Additions for Fun and Relaxation
Peregrine Design BuildSave PhotoAfter: Staggered bluestone pavers lead from the house to the pool, which is surrounded by a bluestone deck. Grass between the pavers breaks up the look, adding interest. The pavilion sits conveniently…
8 New Kitchens With Stylish Vent Hood Ideas
A vent hood plays a key role in any kitchen, working to remove smoke, steam and cooking odors from the air. But while its primary function is practical, it can also be a powerful design…
How to Build the Right Team for Your Business
Find the Right TalentThe experts we spoke to agree: Surrounding yourself with the right people as your business grows is one of the most important steps to success. So what do seasoned design-business owners value…
7 Housekeeping Tips for Dog Owners (12 photos)
Dogs fill our lives with love, entertainment and much more — but also with ongoing mess. Whether you have a new dog or a longtime canine companion, introduce these small touches to help you cohabit…
Before and After: 4 Refreshed Bathrooms of Under 100 Square Feet (12 photos)
These four bathroom remodels show how thoughtful design can solve big problems in modest-size spaces. Whether it’s reworking a cramped layout, planning for aging in place or giving kids room to grow, each project takes…
Garden Design Pros Share 10 Ways to Make Your Yard More Inviting
Przygoda-Montgomery also believes that a thoughtful layout and comfortable seating are essential for creating an inviting landscape, especially if the space will be used for entertaining. “If there’s not a comfortable place to sit or…
5 Dream Homes by the Sea
Un jour d'avrilSave Photo3. Mediterranean Villa in Marseilles, FranceWith its white villas, bougainvillea and pine-planted valleys overlooking the Mediterranean sea, the La Corniche Boulevard in Marseilles, France, is a dream location. When a family of…
4 Versatile Kitchens in 310 to 370 Square Feet
Vermont Interior DesignSave PhotoAfter: The remodel team cleared out the old appliances, cabinets, countertops, flooring and peninsula, upgraded the electrical and plumbing, and replaced the bulky staircase with a compact spiral design set deeper into…