When it came to remodeling his clients' basement, designer Jeff Lindgren looked to their two big passions: games — everything from pool to poker, and Frank Lloyd Wright. "When they called me, the owners had just helped their daughter move... more »

Using 3-D printing to create something out of nothing seems like magic: Is your bathroom sink's faucet dripping at night? With the push of a button, you could have a brand-new one in minutes. Did that handle break off your silverware drawer again? No... more »

Wild senna always stops people in their tracks, primarily with its fanning oval leaves that resemble sensitive plant (Mimosa pudica). With flowers that go on and on for weeks, wild senna also stops docile and stingerless male bumblebees in their... more »

Ladders traditionally have lived the quiet life, tucked away in utility cupboards and garages. We tend to bring them out only when we need to change a lightbulb or clean out the gutters. But today we're seeing the ladder concept used in more and... more »

Embracing easy summer living can be as simple as spending time each day on your front porch. There is something utterly relaxing about hanging out on the porch, whether it's to sip morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day — and then there's the... more »

Taylor Russell has seen a lot of interiors. After living in hotels for six years — her job at a communications agency had her moving every four months to places like Kuwait, Pakistan, Spain and Barbados — she experienced hundreds of different... more »

This controversial material is often associated with the hippies of the '60s, but it's actually one of the earliest known domesticated plants. Hemp has been cultivated by civilizations for over 12,000 years. In fact, the first drafts of the Declaration... more »

Koi ponds are almost a staple of certain landscapes, particularly Asian- or tropical-inspired styles, and are easily at home in many contemporary gardens. If you love koi but these landscape styles don't appeal, don't worry. It's surprising how well koi... more »

It's time to go out to your garage and take stock. Are you prepped for summer fun? Maybe it's time to upgrade an existing bike or toy, or maybe your kids have reached a new stage and new gear is needed. Either way, I know some of these amazing finds are... more »

It’s fitting that John Eastman uses a vintage freight elevator to access his home. As a large-scale abstract painter and maker of reclaimed-wood furniture for his company, Eastman... more »

The modern architect's office looks much different today than it did 20 to 30 years ago. Gone are the days spent bent over a drafting table, pushing pencils on paper. While we all love our... more »

If you’ve seen one of the advanced console games that have come out recently, such as Irrational Games’ BioShock Infinite, you know that they’re evolving into incredibly sophisticated, almost cinematic spectacles that create believable artificial... more »

Accessories are what give an interior soul and help distinguish a home from a furniture showroom. When accessories are done right, they tell the story of the owners' lives — their passions, their travels ... and maybe even their heartbreak. But accessorizing... more »

The owners of this midcentury modern house in New York's Hudson Valley liked the casual nature of the original 1952 design, but they wanted a stronger connection to the landscape. Jeff... more »