Archives for 2016

Patterns, bold colors, natural wood, beveled mirror — even a favorite photo — sub for standard white behind the counter

Getting tired of the basic white tile backsplash? Try something a little (or a lot) different in the kitchen with a backsplash that makes a

statement. Whether they’re subtle and natural or over the top, these 10 kitchens have style to spare.

Low ceiling got you down? Stand up to it with these relatively easy-to-implement design moves

Does your mood need a little lift when you walk into a space? Well, maybe it’s the ceiling that needs lifting. If you’re working with a basement room, awkward attic or another space with an uncomfortably low ceiling — but can’t pony up to actually raise the roof — there are ways to make it look higher so that the room feels beautifully airy and open. Here’s how.