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Risky Business

A home in the heart of North Carolina pushes— almost beyond—the limits of layered vibrancy.

Colors of the World

An old-worldamansion rendered anew, a jungle enclave enriched sical decor, or a freestanding treehouse perched on the glittering Pacific coastline bold hotel design has the power to unleash the imagination and cement a sense of place. Beyond the scenic landscapes they occupy, these luxury properties are travel experiences in themselves, with scene-setting details spanning from clever color palettes and artisanal textures to historic architecture and bespoke furniture.

WHEN SPARKS FLY

WEST COAST LIFE IS REKINDLED AS ONE HOME'S ASHES GIVE RISE TO A NEW RESIDENCE WITH SEAMLESS SERENITY

VIVA LA FIESTA

Long live the party in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, where the mountains meet the desert, the desert meets the sea, and the fun never ends

FEEDING THE SOUL

A Minnesota kitchen remodeled to embrace Scandinavian simplicity nourishes a wellness coach and her family

Q&A with Lori Weitzner

This product designer's work with textiles, tile, stone, and tiebacks is technical and tantalizing.

HOST RELAX INDULGE

THESE APPLIANCES, FIXTURES, AND ACCESSORIES SIMPLIFY ENTERTAINING, INSPIRE UNWINDING, AND OFFER SOMETHING EXTRA

RED WHITE & VIEW

IT'S A RUSH TO SUMMER FOR ONE COUPLE WHO TURNED TO AN INIMITABLE DESIGN DUO FOR THEIR ALL-AMERICAN SHORELINE SANCTUARY

I Am Traditional

Leanne Morgan Comedian, actress, and author currently promoting her sold-out stand-up tour Just Getting Started.

Island Idyll

A NEW HOME ON THE ATLANTIC COAST PAYS RESPECT TO THE PAST WITH THE PERMANENCE TO CARRY ON

HOME TO STAY

A CALIFORNIA COUPLE MAKE WAVES WITH COASTAL STYLE THAT PUSHES THEM TO STAY PUT

FUN HOUSE

AN ORLANDO-AREA HOME IS THE HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH - AND THERE'S NO ADMISSION FEE

WHEN YOU'RE A PRODUCTIVE PROCRASTINATOR

A science-based look at why your home is never cleaner than when you're on deadline. Plus, how to break the habit.

RULES OF THE DOG PARK

It's all fun and games-as long as you plan your visit correctly and everybody plays nice.

Oldies but Goodies

My home has crooked floors, drafty windows, antique dishes, and a bed that doesn't even fit a standard mattress. I wouldn't have it any other way.

The Books List Top Picks for Book Club & Beyond

The Cemetery of Untold Stories, the latest by literary legend Julia Alvarez (In the Time of the Butterflies), centers on Alma, a writer living in Vermont who inherits a small plot in the Dominican Republic, her family's homeland.

DIY IDEAS - GET IT DONE!

All those amazing projects you've been saving on Instagram and Pinterest? It's time to start crossing them off your list! We rounded up some popular home and life improvements, with how-tos from the people who, y'know, got them done!

THINGS COOKS KNOW - NEVER SWEAT SUPPER AGAIN

Armed with these meal-planning tips, you'll always have an answer to that dreaded 5 o'clock question: \"What's for dinner?\"

Outdoor Furniture

Disinvite dirt and grime from cookouts, pool hangs, and patio parties.

Is It OK to Use Soap on a Cast-Iron Skillet?

Everyone's got thoughts! We collected yours, then called on the experts to settle the debate once and for all.

What DIY project are you most proud of?

I wanted a little more character in my foyer, so I made stained-glass windows using metal strips, glass paint, and patience. The light splashes color onto the walls each morning and makes me happy.

Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Quandaries

KRISTEN ASKS... My friend works very hard as a teacher. Her husband has a couple of side jobs that don't bring in any real income to support their family. Whenever something goes wrong, like a problem with the car, her husband has his hand out asking for help from friends and family. As a result, they owe me money-but I see them going out to dinner and shopping. How do I ask for my $500 back?

MOTHER GODDESSES

The \"divine female\" has taken many forms across time and cultures.

DOING LONG DISTANCE

With her clients on the opposite coast, designer Ashley Lavonne Walker steers a masterful renovation of a landmark house in Los Angeles.

THEY ASKED FOR DRAMA

Designer Sarah Dray oversees a sparkling transformation of a classic French city apartment.

BREAKING THE FIFTH WALL

Designers are taking ceiling decor to new heights, with creative treatments that range from elevated to over-the-top.

EURO VISION

The head of one of the design industry's most prestigious brand portfolios makes a cozy nest in Milan.

GRAY ZONE

In a new exhibition at its TriBeCa showroom, Brooklyn's Egg Collective pays homage to a design icon.

CONSPIRING WITH NATURE

A retreat into gardening reminds one writer of her place in the world.

LOVE AT FIRST LIKE

A design-savvy couple finds their footing in a Hollywood hillside bungalow.