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Tough to beat

With their ornamental beauty and adaptable natures, many perennial garden favorites are worth a second look for their resiliency in an era of weather extremes

Giving old windows new life

In an expansive workshop on the North Shore of Massachusetts, Alison Hardy-a.k.a. the Window Woman of New England—and her small team of skilled workers are meticulously restoring dozens of weathered, century-old sashes. This Old House stops by for a visit

Renewed and improved

A welcoming kitchen was at the top of the wish list for the owners of this 1920s Colonial Revival. The resulting renovation delivered everything they hoped for, while respecting the house’s heritage

BEYOND THE COOK SPACE

With the kitchen devoted solely to cooking having gone the way of the butter churn, it's no wonder that today's kitchen remodels are multifunctional, too. More and more they include adjacent spaces-mudrooms, laundry areas, storage-packed seating nooks-that workjust as hard. "With people spending more time than everat home, they're rethinking how their homes function and seeing new possibilities," says Airy Kitchens designer Sean Lewis. The resulting "kitchen-plus" renovations yield spaces that boost efficiency, sure, but are also more enjoyable to live with. Witness the projects on the following pages.

Ready-to-Assemble Cabinets

When it comes to kitchen remodeling, cabinets take a big chunk of the budget. An alternative to traditional factory-built boxes, RTA cabinets promise big savings in exchange for some sweat equity

Op-art cutting board

Using hardwoods of strikingly different colors, TOH contractor Tom Silva and TOH host Kevin O'Connor team up to create a cutting board with an eye-catching 3D effect

A Better Tile Job Starts Here

A veteran tile setter shares his best practices for achieving top-notch tiled surfaces

Getaway at Home

Designer Sarah Hayes shares her porch refresh project and offers tips for you to craft your own.

Floating Picnic

Take cottage charm outside to create this simple and beautiful picnic scene.

Secretly Seeking Springtime

Spring is just around the corner; we can almost taste it. Gather your loved ones and take a trip to a colorful wonderland.

Once Upon a Storybook Cottage

This cottage is one of 16 custom builds that comprise a magical storybook community in downtown Harbor Springs, Michigan.

Coastal Cottage Surprise

A designer adds unexpected elements to the classic style.

The Natural Cozy Cottage

The elements for creating a cozy home

Soulful Blooms

An antiques collector and photographer shares her fanciful flower arrangements that are guaranteed to lift the spirits.

An Island Coastal Cottage

A hands-on homeowner works with an expert team to build a coastal vacation cottage on Bald Head Island, North Carolina

Welcome Home!

Colorful accents, hidden storage and classic, comforts turn this Ohio bungalow into an inviting home fit for a large family.

Cape Cod Classic

This 1880s cottage kitchen, located in Yarmouth, Massachusetts, shines after a complete remodel that brings together old-world charm, modern convenience and a distinct New England style.

Project House 2021: The BIG Reveal

We take the tarp off our farmhouse cottage renovation in Tennessee!

Parsons inspired TABLE

Modified minimalism to match any décor

MACHINE SHARPENING hand tools

Quickly shape and hone your edges

Multi-axis Bowl

Changing center points for a contoured interior

Bow-front Wall Shelf

"A shallow display for small treasures"

Jatoba

"Pretty, but tough and ornery"

Cozy in the Countryside

This small cottage kitchen brings together a simple, light, and airy European feel and creative, thoughtful functionality for a bright, open, and welcoming space.

Harmonious Hues

Author and style editor Fifi O'Neill demonstrates the magical ability of white to act as a blank canvas for any home, regardless of theme or lifestyle.

5 Tips for Displaying Kitchen Accessories

Mark Feldman, chief home officer and general manager at Riverbend Home, shares his expertise on how to tastefully display your kitchen accessories.

Cozy Living in Connecticut

This lifestyle influencer's New England cottage is chic and cozy!

A Case for Baskets

Refresh your spaces and add a bit of storage with these simple basket crafts.

Beverage Centers That Make a Splash

"How to create a separate space for sipping away in style"

Laundry List Design Tips

Make your laundry area top-rate.