Got a dark room with weak lighting? In this video, I walk you through options to seriously upgrade your light fixtures, even in a room with a finished ceiling, no attic access, and insulation above.

Various fixtures can shape how a space functions and feels and add another layer to a natural environment. For instance, Sperling says sconces frame entryways, define gathering areas and add rhythm to ...

Turning on a ceiling fan at the same time can help distribute the cool air from the a/c. According to the U.S. Department of ...

Give an old ceiling light new life by turning it into a bird feeder. This is a simple, budget-friendly DIY that turns your ...

With two water features, a pool, abundant entertainment spaces and an understated elegance, this St. Bernard home is a ...

Baths built for bodybuilders, ‘tinkle music’ and the eternally vexed question of carpet in the bathroom: Fiona McKenzie Johnston considers what makes a bathroom a place you're happy to spend time in ...

In her renovation for a couple of Oakville empty nesters, designer Jackie Glass was tasked with giving a traditional home a ...

Vanessa Hudgens' former five-bedroom and six-and-a-half-bathroom home in Studio City is on the market for $4.1 million. The ...

To keep bugs off your patio, invest in natural pest repellents (such as citronella candles) to keep pests at bay. Consider ...

A five-bedroom semi-detached home with a blend of period charm and contemporary design is on the market in Watford. Located on the prestigious Park Road, the property is set on a 0.25-acre plot and ...

Architects are engaging with richly textured and layered designs that address heritage, sustainability and climate change ...

In other Columbia and Midlands real estate news, Lake Murray home sells for $1.6M Lake Carolina living for $1.05 million. Low ...