Home and Garden
How to make today's smaller bathrooms live larger and work better
This is the decade of right-sizing. How much space does it really take to house the average American family of 2.61 people? Our definition of "enough space" is changing, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. The year 2008 saw the first annual decrease in average new-home size since 1994.
Aging in place can be done with style and grace
From attractive lighting designed to work well for aging eyes to barrier-free shower stalls that compete in beauty and practicality with what you might find in a luxury community for those 55 and older, plenty of home modifications now make it possible to age in place gracefully and stylishly.
Break out of your color comfort zone this winter
While it might be gray and dreary outside, infusing color into interior decor is one of the quickest ways to create a cozy, inviting living area. And winter is the ideal time to do it.
