Interior Design

Will Blackout Curtains Keep You Cooler This Summer?

Seems like just yesterday we were groaning over our high heating bills. Now with the full heat...

How To Decorate With Handmade Tile

Handmade tiles are miniature works of art. Whether you haul a stack of them back from a vacation...

Best Uses For Bonus Rooms

"Bonus room" is a new term in the real estate business, coined in the early 90s. Although debate...

Install Closets And Built-ins To Save Space, Add Charm

An acquaintance of mine has just embarked on what promises to be a great adventure. She and...

Do's And Don'ts To Brighten A Dark Room

Is there a room in your home that you tend to avoid? Chances are it's lacking in sufficient...

8 DIY Ideas To Put The *Splash* Into Backsplash

Backsplashes are one of the most exciting home decor features we know. Much more than mere...

Install A New Kitchen With Timeless Style

A new kitchen installation will cost you about $55K for a high-end job these days and take...

10 Questions And Answers About Terracotta

Terracotta is gorgeous, earthy, and green. A richly colored ceramic, it is used for many...