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Make a statement with a chair that's barely there

OK, it's backed more by science than magic. But see how expert research can help you create powerful, even bewitching, interior effects

Strike a dramatic chord in a minimalist scene or a country note in a rustic setting — fiddleleaf fig plants harmonize with any style

Learn the pros, cons, cost and more for these two easy-to-use paints that are great for giving furniture a vintage look

The dual-use eating surface is just one of the smart design features in this renovated Oregon kitchen

An Arts and Crafts living room in Oklahoma City gets restored to past glory

Downsizing space didn’t mean skimping on style for this newly retired Canadian couple

A narrow compartment of slate, glass, steel and cork adds surprise and utility to an open-plan room

Playing with just 226 square feet in a 7-foot-wide space, architects squeeze much into this Madrid apartment

If the Marie Kondo phrase doesn’t help you decide what to keep and what to discard, try asking these 4 questions

Plants that accumulate dead material, are high in oil or have low moisture content in leaves put some homes at risk