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No two kitchens are exactly alike, but the most memorable ones share clever storage solutions that make life easier. You’ll find 15 standout kitchen storage ideas in these photos from the Best of Houzz 2026 Design award winners. Think deep drawers, open shelving, walk-in pantries and double...

When this Bellevue, Washington, couple were ready to remodel their primary bathroom, they already had a team in place to help them do it. Architect Heidi Helgeson had worked with them on a previous home, and interior designer Kat Lawton had been helping them with furnishings, lighting and smaller cosmetic...

The halls of the Maison & Objet 2026 trade fair, held Jan. 15-19 at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center, were ablaze with interior inspiration and new product launches. But an area that stood out for its creativity was the Eco Responsible Design Collective. Bringing together a...

If you’re designing a room you hope to stay in for many years, chances are you’ve thought about the need to make it work for later life. Or perhaps you want to create a sleep space or guest room that older relatives will feel comfortable in. But maybe thinking is as far as you’ve got, wondering if creating...

Bleak winter skies and snow have you dreaming of a fun-filled, sun-drenched getaway? This article is for you. These four backyards from the East Coast to the West celebrate a vacation feel with elements plucked from posh resorts: pools, a hot tub, fire pit lounges and even a putting green. Enjoy the...

Cool gray and white have taken a back seat to warmer tones in tile, judging by the offerings on display at The International Surfaces Event (TISE), held recently in Las Vegas. Muted palettes of earth, spice, water and sky were featured in many of the collections, but bolder feel-good hues continue to...

Small room, big payoff. A powder room is the one place in the house where you can push past your comfort zone — think bold wallpaper, moody colors and unexpected materials — and wow guests without committing to the look everywhere else. Because these spaces are compact and guest-focused,...

Creating your dream living room means finding a balance between aesthetics and practicality, especially if you want to get the design right for both now and later life. But that doesn’t mean you need to compromise with overly sensible choices that don’t match your vision.“Low...

The owners of this beautiful storage-packed kitchen in a detached historical home in Hampshire, England, had their grandchildren front of mind when planning their space. “They look after the grandkids a lot, and also entertain,” says Darren Taylor, managing director of Searle & Taylor, who the couple...

With a little bit of effort, gardens can be just as beautiful through the coldest months of the year as they are during the warm season. Stripped free of deciduous leaves and showy flowers, winter gardens shine with subtle textures and the stately forms of evergreen trees and shrubs. Here are a number...