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Marble & Granite for Counters

Marble & Granite for Counters

Consider leftover pieces of marble and granite for smaller kitchen or bath countertops; they're usually less expensive than new stone slabs.

Basic Flooring Options

Basic Flooring Options

Pros and cons of laminate, engineered wood, floating, and hardwood flooring.

Portable Patio Lighting

Portable Patio Lighting

8 cool outdoor lighting ideas, including do-it-yourself examples, for summer entertaining.

Home Builder and Buyer Trends

Home Builder and Buyer Trends

Boyce lists the top home trends apparent at this year's Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC) in San Diego.

Home Automation Basics

Home Automation Basics

The newly launched Brillo home automation system from Google prompts some practical advice for selecting the right device or system for your needs.

Reclaimed, Recycled, & Salvaged Wood

Reclaimed, Recycled, & Salvaged Wood

What you need to know about reclaimed and recycled wood for new and remodeled homes, and where to find it.

Power to the Patio!

Power to the Patio!

Patios help the house expand. Here's a range of cool outdoor living spaces and hot amenities to help you celebrate the beginning of summer.

Building with American-Made Materials

Building with American-Made Materials

Sourcing locally-made home products makes for a lower carbon footprint as well as easier support if needed.

Sliding Barn Door Options

Sliding Barn Door Options

Brightly hued hardware and a wide variety of new and recycled woods are options for today's sliding barn doors.

1 Kitchen, 3 Budgets

1 Kitchen, 3 Budgets

Architect Bud Dietrich explains how different budgets affect the way you outfit the same kitchen.

Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, and Fire Bowls

Outdoor Fireplaces, Fire Pits, and Fire Bowls

Add warmth and style to your backyard this summer with the right outdoor fireplace, fire bowl, or fire pit

13 Tips for Improving Your Patio

13 Tips for Improving Your Patio

Architects and designers offer their tips for making your outdoor space more comfortable, stylish, and fun.

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