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How Old Are You? Where Are You From? Sep. 06, 2016

The Art of Design

Almost every home in the United States has at least one piece of furniture that has seen many years ... Read More

A New Living Room Idea Aug. 24, 2016

Small Spaces

One of our significant rites of passage in life is leaving home. For many, this milestone begins wit... Read More

No Closet? No Problem! Jul. 20, 2016

Small Spaces

Low on closet space in your tiny apartment? No problem! While scouring an international media source... Read More

Small Spaces with High Ceilings Jun. 29, 2016

Small Spaces

If you have a small space with a high ceiling, do the decorating rules change? Can you decorate diff... Read More

Outdoor Summer Spaces Jun. 22, 2016

Small Spaces

Summer is officially here, and it's time to claim whatever outdoor space you have available. From an... Read More

Can't Remove the Carpet Stain? Cut it Out! Jun. 20, 2016

Everyday Cheapskate

DEAR MARY: How can I fix carpet that has bleach spots on it? I tried using a fabric pen that's about... Read More

Proportions and Scale Are Critical in Small Spaces Jun. 15, 2016

Small Spaces

When it comes to interior design, you've got to get the size of your ideas right! Nothing is worse t... Read More

Make Room for Dining Table Jun. 01, 2016

Small Spaces

There is nothing more fun than spending a leisurely Saturday rearranging furniture. But when you're ... Read More

Slipcovers Can Be a Bear to Get On and Off May. 25, 2016

Everyday Cheapskate

DEAR MARY: Is there a way that I can remove a bloodstain from my black and white floral Hawaiian pri... Read More

Extra Counter Space May. 25, 2016

Small Spaces

Most of us who plan a kitchen remodel fantasize that the results will land us in the pages of Better... Read More

World-Inspired Home Accents May. 11, 2016

Small Spaces

It doesn't take very much to add an artistic touch to a tiny home. Two or three accent items will go... Read More

Nontraditional Storage Options Apr. 20, 2016

Small Spaces

Looking for ways to create more storage space in a little house? Borrow space from nontraditional pl... Read More

Hitchcock Chairs are a Great Pair Apr. 08, 2016

Antique or Junque

Q: We have a pair the Hitchcock chairs, and I have enclosed a photo of one of them. They are old, in... Read More

Sometimes It Takes Magic to Remove Stubborn Stains Apr. 06, 2016

Everyday Cheapskate

DEAR MARY: I can't get the coffee stains out of my Mr. Coffee Brew Basket or the lid of the pot. It'... Read More

Box Beds Apr. 06, 2016

Small Spaces

When used today, the term box bed generally indicates a bed with a mattress that lifts up. It could ... Read More

Compact Garden Accents Mar. 23, 2016

Small Spaces

There are several hot new ideas available these days for compact gardens. Even in the tiniest urban ... Read More

Claiming a Tiny but Tasteful Dining Nook Oct. 27, 2014

Decor Score

Q: I grew up in a house with a breakfast nook and would kill to have one in our new house. The probl... Read More

Andy Capp

Sep. 07, 2014

Too Much Space? Divide to Conquer Jul. 14, 2014

Decor Score

Q: Our great room really lives up to the name — it's nearly 30 feet long and 20 wide. There's ... Read More

Today's Bath: Celebrating the Fabulousness of Water Jun. 16, 2014

Decor Score

Q: I need some cool ideas for a new master bath I'm planning for my husband. We're renovating. I've ... Read More