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A gray home with a front porch and shutters on a sunny, snowy winter day.
Design

Why It Matters Whether Your Home Faces North, South, East, or West

By Megan Devine, Reviewed by Bob Vila

Grand foyer with curved staircase, brown wooden door, and chandelier.
Architecture

This Once-Popular Home Feature Is Falling Out of Favor

By Sandi Schwartz

Two arm chairs by large window.
Architecture

20 Ways to Make Your New House Look Old

By Joe Provey, Chris Gardner, Updated by Amy Anderson

The exterior of a modern home is made of concrete.
Design

Should You Consider a Concrete House?

By Maureen Blaney Flietner, Bob Vila

A young woman wearing autumn / winter clothes, inside a wooden dome with a geometric design in a forest.
Architecture

Containers, Earthships, and Domes, Oh My! 10 Cool and Quirky House Alternatives

By Deirdre Mundorf

Woman in blue dress sitting on steps of wooden tiny home of wheels while drinking coffee.
Design

Why You Should Consider an Alternative Home

By Deirdre Mundorf

A close-up of several people reviewing architectural drawings of a home.
DIY

Everything You Need to Know About Working With an Architect to Create Your Dream Home

By James Scott

A partially built house with lumber lying outside
Design

How Much Does a Home Addition Cost to Build in 2024?

By Brie Greenhalgh

A view of a red barndominium on a clear day.
Real Estate

Barndominium Building: Financing Options and Steps to Take Before Starting

By Tara Seboldt

Mother and child sitting on staircase with book.
Architecture

9 Types of Stairs to Consider for Your Next Remodel

By Deirdre Mundorf

America’s 50 Most Infamous Homes
Design

America’s 50 Most Infamous Homes

By Cody Calamaio, Katelin Hill

Open floor plan of modern home with large ceilings.
Architecture

The One Wall Most People Want to Rip Out: Ideas for Open and Semi-Open Floor Plans

By Kristen Mosier

10 Photos of JFK’s Former Georgetown Residence That’ll Make Old House Lovers Swoon
Design

10 Photos of JFK’s Former Georgetown Residence That’ll Make Old House Lovers Swoon

By Alexa Erickson

Beautifully restored historic home from outside
Real Estate

Love That Local Landmark? 5 Reasons to Buy an Old House

By Jeff Vasishta

12 Unique Treehouse Ideas for Your Backyard
Design

12 Unique Treehouse Ideas for Your Backyard

By Stacey L. Nash

10 Historic Homes That Were Part of the Underground Railroad
Design

10 Historic Homes That Were Part of the Underground Railroad

By Stacey L. Nash

25 Places Every American Should Visit at Least Once
Design

25 Places Every American Should Visit at Least Once

By Steph Coelho

The Coolest House You Can Tour in Every State
Design

The Coolest House You Can Tour in Every State

By Manasa Reddigari

Love Old Houses? These Are the 15 Airbnbs for You
Design

Love Old Houses? These Are the 15 Airbnbs for You

By Nicole Shein

All You Need to Know About Dormer Windows
Design

All You Need to Know About Dormer Windows

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila