Away in a Manger

NATIVITY SETS, NO MATTER THE STYLE, ARE A TIMELESS KEEPSAKE TO ADD TO YOUR HOLIDAY DÉCOR.

And the stockings Were Hung...

IF YOUR HOME DOESN’T HAVE A FIREPLACE, FEAR NOT. HERE ARE SIX ALTERNATIVE AND EQUALLY MERRY WAYS TO HANG YOUR STOCKINGS.

Big Ideas for a Small Home

A designer renovates and decorates an 800-square-foot guesthouse for her family without downsizing the décor.

Making Room

These three cozy bedroom designs will inspire your next bedroom makeover.

The Right Stuff

This Southern California kitchen stays crisp and fresh while being warm and welcoming.

Summer House Storytime

Follow an acclaimed journalist on her way through America’s most charming and eclectic waterfront properties to discover the stories—and famous people— behind them.

History & Heritage

A bright and breezy renovation brings modern convenience and functionality while honoring the rich legacy of this vintage cottage located on Little Balboa Island.

Living Color

A gray-blue river of color runs through the interior and exterior of this home, acting as both a neutral and accent color.

Coastal Carolina

How an East Coast couple DIY-ed their way through the renovation of this dreamy beach getaway in North Carolina.

Bathroom Design Basics

Designer Sara Lynn Brennan shares her secrets for creating serenely beautiful and livable bathrooms.

The Social Kitchen

This historic bungalow kitchen is built for working and entertaining.

Bring on the Charm

Coastal meets farmhouse in this North Carolina home, where personalized touches give a new build all the charm and character of a vintage home.

Double Duty

Learn how to create a neat, stylish laundry and mudroom space all in one.

Nantucket Bliss

A renovation of a historic sea captain’s home is inspired by everything bright and beautiful that Nantucket offers and translates it into a feeling of comfort and bliss.

Kitchen Configured

Choices matter more than ever in cottage-style kitchens. Whether you’re optimizing space, keeping to budget or adding entertaining essentials, this kitchen shows how compromise, creativity and collaboration get the job done.

Garden Party

Create an outdoor-dining tablescape as the centerpiece of your summer soirees.

Lake Life

An interior designer transforms a lake cottage from a soulless basic build into a stunning retreat that’s full of heart.

A Downsized Upgrade

This custom-built cottage in New Brunswick is a comfortable and calming oasis filled with collected memories and one-of-a-kind pieces.

The Perfect Blend

Learn all about our plans for combining cozy and colorful elements in our Project House 2020.

Going PRO

Three best friends and self-taught renovators divulge more than 400 renovation tips they’ve learned while flipping homes and sprucing up spaces.

Season of Growth

Savor the slow life in a lakeside cottage that was revamped with rustic charm and modern touches in just eight weeks.

Coastal Style in Oklahoma

You don’t need a water view to create the look and feel of seaside living.

Modern by the Beach

Relaxed style and organic textures come together in this coastal cottage with classic California architecture.

Daring to Dream

This small New Jersey cottage went from ho-hum to heavenly one DIY step at a time.

Polished, Pretty & Peaceful

An interior designer’s masterpiece is made even more magical during the holidays by an event designer’s creative vision.

Bungalow Beauty

See how a long list of must-haves gets packed into this small San Diego Craftsman kitchen.

Cottage Destinations for Fall Travel

These cottage-friendly towns have the picturesque scenery—and beautiful stays—to make your autumn travel endlessly inspiring.

Gothic Modern

A designer makes an 1840s farmhouse livable— and lovable—for her young family.

Colorful World Of Whimsy

“I’ve always had a thing for chairs and design,” says Chair Whimsy artist Wendy Conklin.

Trim Your Tree With A Designer's Eye

Christmas takes decorating to the next level, with trimming the tree as the centerpiece. Here are some fresh ideas for designing a festive display.