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Blue bedroom wall with a striped gray and white bedspread and a wall socket.

B&A: A "Blue Boring Room" Becomes a Sleek, Stylish Hybrid Office and Guest Room

HOME PROJECTS

A few simple but impactful changes make this room sing.

Sarah Everett

Nov 9, 2022

The Double-Duty $60 Stand Mixer That I Prefer Over the Pricier Models — and It’s Perfect for My Tiny Kitchen

Shopping

It's so versatile!

Ian Burke

Nov 9, 2022

Surprise! Split-Level Homes Are Becoming Popular Again—And I Know Why

They may be the mini-vans of the architectural world, but boy do they serve their purpose.

Elizabeth Seward

Nov 9, 2022

If You're Not Using This Storage Spot in Your Bathroom, You're Missing Out

Style

The answer is as easy as looking up.

Nomita Vaish-Taylor

Nov 9, 2022

5 Things Your Landlord Should Never, Ever Tell You To Do

According to attorneys and a property management expert.

Brittany Anas

Nov 9, 2022

Everybody Hates Boob Lamps, But They’re Actually Good Lamps

I’ll say it: I think, were he alive today, architect and Bauhaus founder Walter Gropius would be a fan of the modern-day boob lamp.

Madeline Bilis

Nov 9, 2022

7 Affordable Places to Live in New England If You Don’t Want to Pay for Boston

Next stop: Exeter, N.H.

Jon Gorey

Nov 9, 2022

Yes, You Can DIY Instagram's Hottest Headboard — and It's Easier Than You Think!

The best part is that you can make it in whatever color or dimensions you'd like.

Caroline Mullen

Nov 9, 2022

This Oprah-Approved Pepper Mill Grinds Spices With Just the Push of a Button

Shopping

Oprah loves it — and so do we!

Alyssa Longobucco

Nov 9, 2022

Everyone’s Painting Their Own Abstract Art, And You Should Too

Don't let your artistic skill-level prevent you from creating your own masterpiece.

Taryn Williford

Nov 9, 2022

9 Things in Your Yard to Hide Before an Open House

According to real estate agents.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Nov 9, 2022

How To Move Long Distances with Plants

It’s hard enough making any big move, but add in actual living things like pets and plants, and the stress of moving gets even tougher to handle. You might already be thinking about how to keep pets happy during the journey to a new home, but have you considered the well-being of your botanical friends, too? Here are some great strategies for making sure your plants survive the long trip to a new home and stay happy and healthy along the way. Prep your plants.

Taryn Williford

Nov 9, 2022

This Is What All Those Spooky Sounds Around Your House Mean

And how to fix them.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 9, 2022

Before & After: A Run-Down Hong Kong Flat Gets a Gorgeous, Ingenious Facelift

Erin and Ben's flat sat vacant for two years and was run down and leaking in areas before they bought it. “However, when we saw it, both my husband and I knew it was what we had been looking for. It was a place where we could design from scratch what we wanted our home to be like..."

Viv Yapp

Nov 9, 2022

These Are the Cities with the Largest and Smallest Homes for Sale

Which do you prefer?

Inigo Del Castillo

Nov 9, 2022

5 Hacks for Booking Cheap Flights You Haven't Heard Before

Top ticket tips from pilots, flight attendants, and other seasoned travelers.

Jennifer Prince

Nov 9, 2022

The Unexpected Way I Made Friends with My Neighbors

Plus how their apartment became my inspiration for queer joy.