THE NEW WAY TO
DESIGN YOUR HOME

Becky Harris | April 25, 2014 4

Pull up to a better view and make visitors feel welcome by perking up your home’s face

Becky Harris | April 25, 2014 1

Design advice, inspiration and observations that struck a chord this week

Shaunna Nygren | April 25, 2014 5

This Maui artist’s compact home makes room for plenty of creative thinking

Mary Jo Bowling | April 25, 2014 2

Real appliances and artful storage replace a hot plate and sparse cabinets in a San Francisco Victorian

Benjamin Vogt | April 25, 2014 5

Sun beating down on your sandy gravel? Thick shade darkening your clay soil? There’s a ground cover here for you

Fred Albert | April 25, 2014 6

Communicating redesign wishes was easy for a homeowner with Houzz’s tools at her fingertips

Laura Gaskill | April 25, 2014 6

Give your rooms a rich look without all the fuss by adding a posh touch here and there

Becky Harris | April 24, 2014 14

A covered oasis in the Santa Monica Mountains is the perfect setting for watching wildlife and having evening cocktails with friends

Jennifer Ott | April 24, 2014 85

Think you’re hip enough for orange? Or optimistic enough for yellow? Take our front-door personality quiz and find out

John Hill | April 24, 2014 22

Screening keeps pests out of these diverse porches across the U.S., while thoughtful designs keep them visually appealing

Laura Gaskill | April 24, 2014 23

Create a sanctuary where you can relax and dream without the nightmare of lurking messes

Fred Albert | April 24, 2014 18

A rickety 1800s home gets a more contemporary look and layout, becoming an ideal weekend retreat