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Building Your Dream Home

Now bear with me, I swear this is related to custom house design: when I was a kid, I was

Fresh Makeover for a Designer’s Own Kitchen and Master Bath (one photo)

In this episode of Houzz TV Live, designer Donna McMahon of KE Interior Solutions takes viewers through her renovated kitchen and master bathroom in Denver. In the kitchen, flat-panel walnut cabinetry and...
A Homeowner Loved His New ADU So Much He Moved In (14 photos)

This Seattle homeowner planned to have Bruce Parker of microhouse create a modest accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, as a rental income investment in his backyard. Originally he planned on some entertainment and workout space on the first floor for himself, with space for renters on the second floor. But...
How to Stick to Your Remodeling Goals (5 photos)

Remodeling is a great way to stay in the house you have. Plus, making changes can improve the way you live. But everyone has heard the horror stories of going 50% or more over the remodeling budget. Truth be told, even contractors will admit that it’s hard to provide an exact price on the work, because...
You Voted. She Painted. This Pro’s New Entry Is Leafy Green (6 photos)

I recently asked Houzz readers to help me choose a new color for my home’s entryway and stairs. It was time to repaint and although I still liked the original bright blue-green color,...