Today’s on-the-go homeowner demands furniture that performs double duty to provide high function without sacrificing style. Amid today’s challenging economic climate, families are calling for quality and casual trends that can resonate for years to come, all at smart prices. Thoughtful splashes needn’t cost thousands: Consider accessorizing rather than renovating. Low-cost, easy changes can enhance a [...]

Resale value isn’t the only reason to redo a kitchen. Even if the home is a rental, or resale is far in the future, the room where families spend most of their time together cries out for a personal touch. Taking your kitchen from everyday drab to your personal “fab” doesn’t require a complete makeover or [...]

What is the one fall home fix-up project that takes only a couple of hours and yields the biggest bang for the buck of any exterior home renovation? Here’s a clue: This project adds style, energy efficiency and security to your home, and the preparation is easy and mess free — all you need is an [...]

With more and more people concerned about the environment, building and decorating green has never been more popular. One of the easiest ways for homeowners to limit their environmental impact is to consider replacing the lighting inside their home. Incandescent bulbs waste energy and burn out quickly, and when the more energy-efficient fluorescent bulbs outlive their [...]

As Mother Nature wows us with fantastic fall colors and scenery, the latest trends in fall decorating and entertaining bring the beauty of the great outdoors inside. Give your home some fall-time flare by adding nature-inspired decor with unexpected crafty details. “This fall, decorating trends are inspired by nature, but the key is to use these [...]