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The Benefits and Costs of Being a Dog Owner

Having a dog at home is a real pleasure, but not all of us are able to bring a furry

Houzz Tour: Modern Surf House Full of California Craftsmanship (21 photos)
When a family of surfers decided to build a vacation home in the husband’s hometown of Santa Cruz, California, it wanted to create something environmentally sensitive and congruous with the neighborhood. But the home also needed to be worthy of the spectacular setting: a bluff overlooking one of...
Coastal Grandma and Her Kin: Translating Top Design Trends (29 photos)
It’s official: We’ve reached peak coastal grandmother. Or it would seem that way, at least, given that the biggest design trend of summer 2022 has spread from social media to … well, just about everywhere. Nonetheless, you might find yourself asking, “What is a coastal grandmother exactly? And am I...
Why Your Native Plants Might Be Struggling (4 photos)
Many issues can affect the health of your native plants. These include the local climate and even the genetics of the plant itself, but there are a few more general or common issues to explore. Ultimately, even if a plant dies or you need to remove it because it’s not what you imagined, don’t worry....
Simple Pleasures: A Relaxed Weekend at Home (13 photos)
So often we look forward to the weekend, but once it arrives, it gets swallowed up by errands and chores — and before we know it, it’s over. That hardly seems fair! If you’re ready to reclaim your weekend, begin by shifting your thinking and consider your weekend a “mini retreat” — a well-deserved opportunity...