When we bought our house last year, we inherited a dying peach tree and another dead tree that we couldn’t identify. They sat in our yard for a year, so this winter we decided to cut them down and turn the wood into firewood for our den and for future camping trips. To keep the … Read more

Our friend Luke recently bought a mid-century house near downtown Las Vegas. The home has many distinctive rooms and original details, but it had been left in rough condition by previous tenants after a foreclosure. Luke decided to tackle much of the interior painting himself, learning a number of valuable lessons along the way. He … Read more

This week’s giveaway is open exclusively to our Facebook followers. Visit our Facebook page and find the Home Depot Gift Card photo. To enter, simply like the photo and leave a comment for a chance to win a $100 Home Depot gift card. The winner will be announced on Sunday on Facebook, so be sure … Read more

Have you ever bought furniture online? Many retailers sell furniture through websites or operate web-only stores, but shopping for furniture online requires different considerations than typical e-commerce purchases. Beyond choosing the right piece, you must choose the right retailer—one that provides the services and customer care necessary to ensure you receive the product you expect … Read more

Most homeowners rarely examine the exterior of their house closely. Because you see it every day, you stop really noticing it. A color fades, a trim chip appears, or a feature begins to look dated. At first it registers; then it fades into the background. Life goes on, and the front of the house simply … Read more

Even in an age of screens and digital tools, there’s an irreplaceable pleasure in putting pen to paper—sketching ideas, solving equations, or jotting quick reminders in a pocket-sized notebook. Field Notes has become synonymous with that tactile experience, producing beautifully designed memo books that thousands of people carry daily. I’ve long admired designer Aaron Draplin, … Read more

Autumn is approaching, and with it comes one of the busiest moving seasons of the year. Whether you’re heading off to college, making room for a growing family, or downsizing after the kids have left, packing and moving remain some of the most stressful parts of major life transitions. Below are practical, sensible strategies to … Read more

Jonathan Adler has become a self-made icon in the world of design. He began his career as a potter and soon expanded his talent into home furnishings and décor. Known for his vibrant use of color and witty sensibility, Adler’s collaboration with KOHLER—KOHLER Colors featuring Jonathan Adler—was a natural extension of his work. Adler’s well-known … Read more

I’ve been an AT&T wireless customer since the first iPhone, and I recently learned that the company now offers home security and automation through AT&T Digital Life. Launched last year, Digital Life is available in 63 markets, and many AT&T retail stores have in-store displays that demonstrate how the system works. During a visit to … Read more

Shopping at IKEA can be a love-hate experience: their designs are stylish and prices are hard to beat, but sometimes the furniture feels less sturdy than expected and the shopping trip can turn into a long, tiring task. It isn’t necessarily IKEA’s fault—its popularity means crowded aisles, long waits for staff to bring out products, … Read more