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Interior designer Lauren Gardner thought the 1890s Victorian home in Sierra Madre, California — a former carriage house that was a designated city landmark — would be a good fit for her and her family. The Canyon Collected Design principal loves English-style kitchens and shopping for antiques at flea...

If you have the space, a built-in shower bench can add comfort, convenience and style. Unlike a freestanding stool, a fixed bench stays securely in place and can span the width of the shower or fit neatly into a corner. With the right materials and finishes, it can become a standout design...

Artificial intelligence is moving quickly from experimentation to everyday use among construction and design professionals, according to the just-released 2026 U.S. Houzz State of AI in Construction and Design report. Forty-one percent of firms now use AI for business tasks, up 7 percentage points from...

After years of admiring a historical home in their Wilmington, Delaware, neighborhood, a couple with three children made it their own. But the primary bathroom felt cramped and outdated and wasn’t serving their needs. Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio helped them craft a timeless space...

Whether you’re working from home, studying for a test or just catching up on bills, your office or study space should feel both functional and inspiring. Luckily, major improvements don’t necessarily require big investments of time or money. Here are 10 easy, affordable ways to refresh any size workspace...

If you’re looking to update your home this season, few design choices have as much impact as color. A simple shift in shade can brighten a room, create a sense of calm or completely reenergize your space. Perhaps you’ve saved a Houzz photo that perfectly captures the look you want — but now...

Green, white and wood work together beautifully in a kitchen, bringing the calming mood of the natural world indoors. It’s a combination that adds color and texture while remaining bright and airy. Check out these before-and-after photos to see how designers used the palette in a variety...

If you’re looking to create a comfortable and stylish outdoor seating area in your yard, you’re not alone. The recent U.S. Houzz Outdoor Trends Study found lounge areas were included in 83%...

When it comes to design trends in 2026, homeowners are doubling down on what works. We recently asked nearly 50 home design and construction professionals what they’re seeing on the ground, and a clear consensus emerged. Warm palettes, layered finishes, personalized details, natural materials...

If you’d love your outside space to be somewhere you can immerse yourself in nature and leave the hubbub behind, a sensory garden might be for you. With elements designed to stimulate the five senses, the benefits to well-being are huge.“Whereas most gardens are designed to...