aluxum This article was coproduced with Mark Roussin. Not long ago, the housing market was once the darling of the U.S. economy. It was an unstoppable force, with sellers making money hand-over-fist in ever-rising amounts. Now things are beginning to soften – though notice I didn’t say “decline” or “weaken.” […]

Making the most of all the growing space available in cities is key to a sustainable urban existence. Rooftop gardens are proliferating as people aim to grow their own food and flowers and to make city spaces greener. While rooftop city gardens can be a wonderful idea, there are certain […]

When we need immediate design inspo and expertise, there’s one person we turn to every time: Emily Henderson. She has an unparalleled ability to create rooms with effortless flow, and her eye for modern, accessible pieces is enviable (and worthy of our Instagram fan-girling). And while we want to inhabit […]

It doesn’t matter if you don’t know the names of major designers or the prominent styles of certain eras, vintage furniture can add something joy-inspiring to any home. Whether you’re looking for a rare conversation piece or trying to find an affordable nightstand that matches an eclectic room, there is […]

Growth in home renovation spending is expected to soften next year as fewer property owners fix up their homes in preparation for sale, the latest report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University said. The study forecasts that year-over-year gains will slow to 10.1% by the end […]