A destination for product launches and interior ideas, and a meeting of the design community, the acclaimed Paris trade fair Maison & Objet has a new identity. Beginning in 2026, the September show will be known as Maison & Objet Pulse, while the larger January...

I don’t know about you, but I live for fall — with its cool mornings, crisp air and quiet evenings. Plus, at least one-third of my plants bloom after August, and the trees, shrubs, grasses and perennial flowers bring a rainbow of colors to the garden until early November, long after summer flowers have...

Small powder rooms can be some of the most fun spaces to design. With less square footage to cover, designers can take bigger risks, add personality and splurge on materials that might be harder to justify in a larger room. A little marble, for instance, can make a big impact without the...

Well-thought-out storage can transform a kitchen into a haven of calm efficiency. From super-organized undersink cabinets to appliance garages that pop up from the island countertop at the touch of a button, here are the storage features that make all the difference, according to kitchen design and remodeling...

Putting a new kitchen in a tricky space with irregular walls while making it feel as if it’s been part of the house for decades was the challenge facing designer Tim Higham in this Arts and Crafts-style home in England. “The owners wanted something sympathetic that looked as if it had always been...

This Castle Pines, Colorado, retiree loved her home and neighborhood, but recent health changes made the upstairs bathroom difficult to access. The main-level powder room offered no way to bathe, and the existing footprint left no room for a full bathroom.
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A bathroom remodel is one of the most challenging projects you can take on for your home. But if you do it right, the rewards can be amazing. Unfortunately, rookie remodelers often run into the same issues when they start their projects, and when not handled correctly, these can lead to delays, extra...

We all need sleep, and many of us could use more of it and of higher quality. Light can either disrupt your sleep or help you sleep better. The trick is knowing what kind of light to use in your bedroom and when and where to use it. The following tips will help you layer in proper bedroom lighting,...

In the competitive world of home design and construction, first impressions are often crucial. Whether you’re a seasoned or beginning home professional, how you respond to a potential client’s first request can make all the difference. Here are the key elements to ensure you score points...

Wood cabinets bring unparalleled warmth and an appealing organic touch to a kitchen, no matter their door style, wood species or finish. Check out these dramatic transformations of four remodeled kitchens with new wood cabinets, then share a photo of your own wood cabinets in the Comments.

This house in northeast London sits between the busy city and the ancient woodland of Epping Forest. When the owners set out to redesign the neglected backyard, they hoped the new space would reflect this setting. “They wanted it to be good for entertaining but have an element of wildness,”...

Late summer is the perfect time to take stock and watch your landscape, as some plants will already begin turning or thinning out. In addition, if you want to do some editing, early to mid fall is probably the very best time to be planting — it’s much easier on you and the plants, while giving the new...

In the ever-changing world of home design and remodeling, the ability to quickly and effectively identify your customers’ needs has become a real competitive advantage. Whether you’re a contractor, an interior designer or a tradesperson, the key to success often lies in your ability to understand and...

If you want to blend style and function in a laundry room, take a tip from designer Kendra Stewart and treat it with the same design intention you would a kitchen. Her approach to one of the spaces below captures the balance seen throughout these five rooms. Custom cabinetry, dedicated drying...

This Kirkland, Washington, family of four loves to cook and entertain, but their classic 1970s split-level home wasn’t making it easy. The kitchen’s dark, basic cabinetry; small, crowded island; and adjacent laundry room left little space for cooking, gathering or connecting with the backyard....

In a bathroom without much elbow room, a smart layout and storage are essential for a good vibe. Here, see how designers turned tight, dysfunctional baths with cluttered counters into oases of openness and calm that work beautifully for the homeowners — all without borrowing space or adding on. Worked...

When your home is a converted barn and you’re designing its kitchen, it pays to think big — literally. Standard-size kitchen features can seem Lilliputian in such a vast setting and be dwarfed by a vaulted ceiling and generous footprint.
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In this episode of The Houzz Guest, host Dorcas Adewole sits down with third-generation contractor and remodeler Ryan Wakley of Onyx Bros...

After 10 years in their Spokane, Washington, hillside home, this couple was ready to give their primary bathroom a much-needed update. The aging space had a leaky shower, a jetted tub with an imposing deck and a stark white double vanity with no hardware — not the relaxing, sophisticated...

A huge reason many people don’t get around to tackling a decorating project is because they’re afraid to make a costly mistake. To give you the confidence to start your own dream design, here is a list of seven major design mistakes that can affect your entire project, along with photos of rooms that...

Beige is having a moment. It’s now the top exterior paint choice, overtaking white, according to the 2026 U.S. Houzz Outdoor Trends Study. The share of renovating homeowners selecting it more...

Shorter days, a chill in the air and a touch of golden sunlight herald the start of fall. The bright blooms of spring and summer may be fading, making way for autumn foliage; the list of garden tasks is getting shorter. Best of all, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy your garden and appreciate the...

Whether it’s cozy movie nights or cocktail parties, the living room is often the hub of the action when it comes to gathering with friends and loved ones. And because it’s such a well-used space, it also tends to accumulate its fair share of clutter. Here are ways to clear the clutter and create a beautiful,...

Customer satisfaction is the surest guarantee of obtaining valuable recommendations, growing your business and bolstering your professional reputation. But it is not enough to be technically qualified to achieve client satisfaction. Customers today value such things as active listening, transparency,...

A mudroom can do more than keep daily clutter contained. It can greet you with a sense of warmth, energy or drama the moment you walk through the door. Here, design and remodeling pros share how they used bold color, patterned tile, wallpaper and other eye-catching details to bring personality...

Interior designer Lauren Gardner thought the 1890s Victorian home in Sierra Madre, California — a former carriage house that was a designated city landmark — would be a good fit for her and her family. The Canyon Collected Design principal loves English-style kitchens and shopping for antiques at flea...

If you have the space, a built-in shower bench can add comfort, convenience and style. Unlike a freestanding stool, a fixed bench stays securely in place and can span the width of the shower or fit neatly into a corner. With the right materials and finishes, it can become a standout design...

Artificial intelligence is moving quickly from experimentation to everyday use among construction and design professionals, according to the just-released 2026 U.S. Houzz State of AI in Construction and Design report. Forty-one percent of firms now use AI for business tasks, up 7 percentage points from...

After years of admiring a historical home in their Wilmington, Delaware, neighborhood, a couple with three children made it their own. But the primary bathroom felt cramped and outdated and wasn’t serving their needs. Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio helped them craft a timeless space...