8 Ways to Create a Home That Helps You Recharge (12 photos)
Feeling tired and overcommitted? It’s possible that a few new habits and changes around your house can help you fix that. Here are eight ideas to try. read more

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8 Ways to Create a Home That Helps You Recharge (12 photos)
Feeling tired and overcommitted? It’s possible that a few new habits and changes around your house can help you fix that. Here are eight ideas to try. read more
Where to Donate, Sell or Recycle Furniture and Electronics (3 photos)
The process of redecorating your home can be exciting, but it also means figuring out what to do with your old stuff. Where do you sell, donate or recycle your used sofa, saggy mattress or old fold-out metal bed frame? Before you put those items out on the street hoping that someone might adopt them,... read more
25 Ideas to Perk Up Your Side Yard (25 photos)
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Bathroom of the Week: Retirees Splash Into Soothing Beach Style (11 photos)
After 25 years in their contemporary Mediterranean-style home, recently retired couple Paul and Debra Kolen decided it was time to create the master bathroom of their dreams. The house sits less than two blocks from the beach in Encinitas, California, and the couple wanted the bathroom to reflect the... read more
The Beauty of Subtle Sustainable Architecture (15 photos)
“Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” — Frank Lloyd WrightHomeowners and designers continue to be inspired to design houses that are more “earth-friendly.” Our approach often focuses on energy efficiency, as we use enhanced insulating materials and... read more
The Top Energy Efficient Home Trends That Home Buyers Want in 2019
Which energy efficient home features do home shoppers and homeowners really care about? A new report from Fixr breaks down some of the top trends. read more
12 Sustainable Gardening Ideas From Landscape Design Pros (16 photos)
In addition to creating inspiring outdoor spaces and dreamworthy gardens, landscape designers and architects also make our yards more sustainable and earth-friendly. We spoke with several landscape designers on Houzz who described how installing rain gardens, converting lawns to native meadows, planting... read more
Where Should You Start and Stop Your Backsplash? (25 photos)
Wondering where to end your backsplash? Never even thought about it? It can be a surprisingly complex question. These tips will help you find the right place to stop your backsplash to get a crisp look in any kitchen. read more
Is Buying a Historic Home Right for You?
Hold on there, architecture aficionado! Consider these factors before you make history your home. read more
10 Smart Ideas From Beautifully Organized Garages (10 photos)
Your garage likely has to hold everything from gardening and sports equipment to holiday decorations — not to mention a car. With such a big job to do, it’s no wonder this hardworking space can get a little (or a lot) disorganized. Gather inspiration from these beautifully arranged... read more
10 Things to Ask Your Contractor Before You Start Your Project (6 photos)
Remodeling or building a new home is a big financial and emotional investment. It can also be a big investment of your time if you want to be closely involved in the decision-making. Knowing what to expect before the project gets started will help you better prepare for the process. Here are 10... read more
Homebuilder sentiment rises as interest rates stay in check
The nation's homebuilders are feeling better about the state of their industry as lower interest rates boost consumer confidence. read more
Residential Construction Spending Falling Behind 2018
Publicly and privately funded construction put in place in March had an estimated value of $1.282 trillion on a seasonally adjusted annual basis. This is up 0.9 percent from the February total of $1.293 trillion but is down 0.8 percent from March 2018. On a non-adjusted basis there was $98.355 billion spent during the month compared to $90.445 billion in February. On a year-to-date (YTD) basis spending totals $277.667 billion, down 0.2 percent compared to the first three months of 2018. Privately funded construction was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $961.5 billion, 0.7 percent less than the rate ($968.584 billion) in February. The February number was down 3.6 percent from spending in March of last year. YTD spending is also down from last year, a deficit of 2.6 percent. Spending in...(read more)Forward this article via email: Send a copy of this story to someone you know that may want to read it. read more
Can a Shipping Container Home Be Stylish? Check This One Out!
A shipping container for hauling heavy freight in trains, trucks, and ships isn’t often associated with anything glamorous. But the home industry is proving otherwise. read more
Maximizing Space in a Small Kitchen
Small kitchens can be a challenge. Use these tips to set up a kitchen that lets your inner chef shine. read more
10 Trees Landscape Designers Love (15 photos)
Consider how beneficial planting a tree can be. Trees shade and cool our homes and streets, helping to mitigate the heat island effect and reduce reliance on air conditioning and other energy consumers. Trees also provide food and habitat to wildlife, capture carbon dioxide from the air, provide natural... read more
9 Places to Put the Microwave in Your Kitchen (9 photos)
The classic kitchen work triangle organizes foot traffic from the fridge to the sink to the stove, in an attempt to make cooking and preparing meals flow more smoothly. But what about the other major, although sometimes smaller, appliances that many of us use every day? Take the microwave, for example.... read more