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The Danish tradition encourages you to “create a sanctuary.”

From food writer Signe Johansen's book “How to Hygge." (Keiko Oikawa)

Change your plants, use pots or waterproof the inside of the boxes.

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Tip: Let there be dark.

Brass and warm gold pieces can help you achieve a sophisticated look.

In “Orchids, A Moment,” the tropical plants are works of art at the Mall’s most avant-garde museum.

The Danish tradition encourages you to “create a sanctuary.”

The cuddliest of the raptors also takes care of a common garden pest. Two new books offer a closer look.

Hiring a company to grind and hone the tile can get rid of “lippage.”

Matthew Costello, a senior historian with the White House Historical Association, gives a window into the inner workings of the historic residence.

Bunny Mellon’s Virginia estate prepares to grant more access to her trove of botanical treasures.

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Electric ovens are nice, but a roaring fire in the middle of winter is irresistible.

To take a room from toddler to timeless, designer Shawna Underwood goes with warm, natural finishes.

Most moisture problems can be solved without paying for expensive professional help.

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Be a little more adventurous in 2017.

It depends on what kind of shopper you are.

Carefully use a cleaner with alcohol, then follow up with a conditioner.

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Declutter the toolshed while the garden slumbers.

Who knew staplers and pencil holders could look this pretty?

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