There’s an art to arranging a bookshelf. Here’s how it’s done.
In a public library, styling a bookshelf is easy: Just fill it with books. At home, a bookcase needs to do a lot more than hold books.So how do the...
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Building a dream house in wine country
Bruce Falck long dreamed of following the example set by his father, who ran a construction company in Johannesburg, South Africa: He wanted to build a house designed specifically for...
Designers’ whimsy creates playrooms that appeal to children and adults
If you were a child again, what kind of playroom would you rather have: a basement filled with castoff furniture (because no one cares if you jump on that worn-out...
Architect turns 1974 Sonoma County cabin into her dream escape
Joanne Koch wasn’t really looking for a second home. Like many people, she browsed real estate listings for entertainment, perusing beautiful places and dreaming a little.“I just loved seeing what...
Stoke up the style around your fireplace
If you’re lucky enough to have a wood-burning fireplace, cold weather comes with a silver lining: an excuse to build a roaring fire.“Fire becomes this really amazing focal point for...
These pro tips help banish bathroom clutter, for a better start to your day
Even the most beautiful, spalike bathroom can be defeated by a common foe: the clutter created by bottles, soaps, washcloths, toothbrushes, cosmetics and other toiletries left out on every available...
How to design a home gym that you’ll actually use
A home gym can make working out more convenient — and safer, as the pandemic wears on. A dedicated home gym isn’t a necessity, of course, but if you’re fortunate...