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When it comes to flooring, “warm” was the word at The International Surface Event held earlier this year in Las Vegas. The last few years have seen a warming up of colors in wood-look flooring, with midtones now dominating new collections of hardwood, laminate and luxury vinyl planks. The collections...

Sitting in the sweet spot between swapping out cabinet hardware and tearing everything down to the studs, midsize kitchen remodeling projects tackle specific pain points — or seize opportunities — to deliver dramatic results without the scale or cost of a complete overhaul. Here are 10 to consider. Once...

For this Toronto couple, downsizing from their house uptown to an urban condo didn’t mean giving up a garden. “They had a beautiful garden at their house, and they wanted to have one at this home,” says landscape architect Kate Fox-Whyte. Creating a sky garden became the driving idea behind the design...

Kitchen and bath design is embracing sculptural curves, bold color and smart functionality that elevate both style and everyday use. At the recent 2026 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), faucets, sinks, vanities, hardware and fixtures showcased expressive forms, innovative materials...

Simply put, mindfulness is the act of maintaining awareness of the present moment, without judgment. The concept may be a straightforward one, but it can be surprisingly challenging to implement. In the course of even five minutes, you may be pulled away dozens of times into thoughts about the past or...

These six bedrooms show how serene design can still feel engaging and dynamic. Through smart layering of materials, textures and finishes, designers craft spaces that feel calm, collected and thoughtfully composed. Plush textiles soften architectural details, rich woods and metals add richness,...

Conceived as a gathering place for family and friends, this lake cabin in Northern California was redesigned around a kitchen built for entertaining. “She is the hostess with the mostest,” interior designer Wendy Glaister says of...

There’s something extra special about soaking in an outdoor hot tub, thanks to the refreshing open air, an eyeful of endless sky and perhaps the comforting rustling of nearby trees. And when you integrate a spa so it feels like a thoughtful design element, as the...

If you’ve ever wished you could visit a four-star spa without leaving home, this one’s for you. These designers removed blocky tubs, rethought awkward layouts and brought in elements such as steam showers, wet rooms and even a sauna and a cold plunge to give the homeowners an upscale spa experience they...

Homeowner remodeling plans remain strong despite an uncertain economy, according to the 2026 U.S. Houzz Renovation Plans Report. More than 9 in 10 U.S. homeowners say they plan to move forward with...