Pros Share 10 Features That Instantly Elevate a Living Room (10 photos)

Getting that perfect balance of cozy and functional in a living room can be tricky, which is why homeowners will often turn to a design expert for help. We spoke to five professionals to find out the features they put at the top of the list when designing a client’s living area. They‘re guaranteed to...

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Large New Shower for a 56-Square-Foot Bathroom (14 photos)

Having lived in their Oakland, California, home for decades, these empty nesters were ready to refresh the two full bathrooms in the 1950s house. They turned to Houzz to find professional help and hired kitchen and bath designer William Adams. For the 56-square-foot primary bathroom on the main floor,...

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10 Must-Have Landscape Features Pros Recommend (11 photos)

We asked landscape pros on Houzz to share the top outdoor features they recommend for their clients and why. Read on to learn more about which elements pros think nearly every landscape could use.

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Before and After: 4 Bright Kitchens in 215 to 300 Square Feet (12 photos)

Kitchens measuring 215 to 300 square feet offer a design sweet spot, balancing ample storage with high-functioning efficiency. These generous layouts provide significant workspace and optimal flow for both entertaining and daily life. In the following four projects, see how design and build...

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Pros Share 10 Features That Elevate a Living Room (10 photos)

Getting that perfect balance of cozy and functional in a living room can be tricky, which is why homeowners will often turn to a design expert for help. We spoke to five professionals to find out the features they put at the top of the list when designing a client’s living area. They‘re guaranteed to...

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Wildflowers and Outdoor Rooms Transform an English Country Garden (23 photos)

Faced with 2½ acres of lawn and little else, the owners of this property in the English Midlands were stumped: How could they create an enjoyable backyard that would also attract and support local wildlife?
Landscape designer Victoria Philpott came to their rescue, creating a series of distinct,

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Lake Tahoe Surroundings Inspire a Cabin Renovation (14 photos)

Magnificent surroundings, including giant boulders, soft evergreen trees and views of Lake Tahoe, inspired the warm organic style of this 1940s cabin renovation. With rustic features like wood ceilings, a stone fireplace and even giant boulders inside, the home already had an...

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Your Spring Home Maintenance Checklist (9 photos)

With the days lengthening and weather warming, spring is a good time to get outdoors and tackle some larger home projects. With the threat of winter storms past, you can look for damage and make any needed repairs, as well as prep your home and garden for summer. We spoke with an expert to get some tips...

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4 Compact Entryways With Hardworking Mudroom Storage (4 photos)

Even small mudroom areas can work hard with the right mix of storage, seating and thoughtful design. In these four homes, designers transformed compact spaces into efficient mudrooms with built-in benches, layered storage and stylish drop zones that keep everyday clutter in check while complementing...

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Pros Reveal 10 Features That Elevate a Living Room (10 photos)

Getting that perfect balance of cozy and functional in a living room can be tricky, which is why homeowners will often turn to a design expert for help. We spoke to five professionals to find out the features they put at the top of the list when designing a client’s living area. They‘re guaranteed to...

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How to Explain Price Increases to Clients (4 photos)

The rising cost of labor, materials, products and more have had a strong impact on professionals in the construction and design industries. To be able to work economically and secure the viability of your business, you have to pass on some of these costs to your customers. Here’s how.

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8 Smart Ways to Turn a Spare Bedroom Into Your Favorite Space (8 photos)

Excess space is a luxury that most of us do not enjoy while our kids are living at home. But many of my clients find that once their grown children have moved out of the house and established their own households, they suddenly have extra unused spaces. At some point, those childhood bedrooms get cleaned...

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15 New Home Appliance Trends and Innovations Defining 2026 (26 photos)

Homeowners on Houzz often say they want appliances that make everyday routines easier without turning the home into a high-tech lab. At the 2026 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), manufacturers showed they’re moving in that direction.
Rather than adding technology for novelty’s sake, many

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Find Your Perfect Spring Cleaning Plan (6 photos)

The thought of spring cleaning can be as entrancing as a fairy tale. But getting through a giant list of tasks while having a busy life can be just as unrealistic as a cheerful Snow White twirling about in the forest, with birds tweeting and helping sweep with brooms...

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4 Must-Have Features for a Small Living Room (10 photos)

I’ve shared how I help homeowners maximize their small kitchens. But there are also plenty of ways to perform similar design magic in other small rooms. Here I’ll focus on compact living rooms....

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Riverside Landscape Designed for Exploration and Wonder (15 photos)

Perched on a bluff high above Oregon’s Willamette River, this landscape for a new home invites meandering, playing, exploring and taking in the view. Working closely with the homeowners and architect, landscape designer Glenn Nardelli created a series of outdoor rooms, wild gardens and winding...

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Basement Gains a Lounge, Wine Room and Bar for Entertaining (12 photos)

This Portland, Oregon, couple wanted to transform the basement of their historic home into a special place for entertaining. As parents in a blended family with three kids, they envisioned an adult-oriented retreat with a lounge, a home office, storage for their large wine collection and a bar for serving...

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