Styles & Trends

Here's how to make sense of them.

Are you an old house lover?

From A-frames in California to mountain hideaways in the Catskills, these quiet retreats show what’s possible with DIY skills, creativity, and, sometimes, a lot of white paint.

According to real estate agents.

Here's hoping they fizzle out by next year.

Let me elaborate.

Although American architecture has seen a dramatic shift over the last 450 years, some elements have stayed the same.

Could you pick out a casement window from a lineup?

Have you heard of this spot in the Midwest?

They're beautiful, but they come with some caveats.

This policy might help you avoid having to shell out for unexpected repairs.

Here's why home offices are the new powder rooms.

And Art Deco homes, too.

Or at least be more careful with.

They're a lesson in design from prudent New Englanders.

After more than a hundred years, the homes below are still as grand and interesting as ever thanks to a little love and preservation.

They allow snapshots of the American lifestyle of yesteryear to live on.

Sadly, this type of architecture isn't edible.

No more sponge paint, please.

Here's how to tell.

Newly popular, these structures date back generations.

They're snapshots of a particular moment in time.

Those two words might spell the end of your home search.

It might sound like a cute puppy begging for your attention, but it's not.

They turn a daily routine into a totally attainable (and beachy) luxury.

These super-easy moves will spruce up your yard without requiring a ton of maintenance.

According to an HGTV host.

Time to admire some old buildings.

Pull up a stool, pour yourself a drink, and listen to the tale.

There are some obvious signs.

The ROI just isn't there.

Gone are the days of outdoor spaces that are more form than function.

You'd never guess their original purpose.

They're stunning — and utilitarian.

Rental app Zumper breaks down the most-coveted apartment amenities during COVID-19 times.

Behold LA's most ubiquitous rental amenity.

According to architects.

Step inside The Voxel.

Have you tried any of them?

Americans don’t need to leave the country to take in spectacular castles.

The iconic architect surrounded himself with top talent, regardless of gender.

Here's what to know.

Here’s how to separate out the imposters and pinpoint a true bay window.

Have you ever caught a glimpse of it?

The Akan concept of "sankofa" teaches the importance of looking to history to inform our future. But for Black Americans, it's not always that simple.

Take a tour of LOT-EK's C-Home Hudson.

Take a look at the RPA LivingHomes 1, 2, and 3.

Have you ever played the Game of Life?

Breeze blocks, anyone?

Mauve accents and four-poster beds are back.

She says intricate millwork is out.

Here's what you need to know about moveable houses.

Can you properly define your floors and ceilings?

Here's how to identify one.

We toured A LOT of "alternative" homes in 2020, and each one of them is inspiring, drool-worthy, and packed with small-space maximizing ideas.

This building material is cool again.

They come few and far between in NYC.

According to someone who built one.

Ever heard of a joggling board?

In the 1940s, a low-stakes environment for play was introduced into homes.

Real estate agents talk up the room down below.

Glass blocks are making a comeback.

Here are the ins and outs of them.

Second dishwashers are in.

Leos will thrive in a colorful Victorian.

Peek inside the Shell House, which was built with local wood and clay.

Like walls filled with corn cobs.

It's multifunctional *and* chic.

You’ll probably fight with your appliances.

From integrated headboards to balconies.

The steel arches! The pine interior!

Mansions and mid-century modern marvels can be found here.