Say goodbye to stressful party planning and hello to the laid-back gathering of the season: at-home cafes. ozgurcankaya / Getty Images Let's face it—we all love a big summer bash, but who has time to do all the planning and prepping that come with throwing one? While an al fresco dinner party is worth it every once in a while, when it comes to good conversation and laughs, few gatherings beat...

When space is at a premium, there are several advantages to having a U-shaped kitchen layout (also called a C-shaped layout), which uses three walls or cabinet sections. It can give you an efficient work triangle, for one. It can also offer a lot of storage and counter space relative to the...

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Yet simultaneously enjoy record high home prices in May According to the National Association of Realtors, U.S. existing-home sales dipped in May 2024 as the median sales price climbed to a record high. In the four major U.S. regions, sales slid month-over-month in the South but were unchanged in the Northeast, Midwest and West. Year-over-year, sales rose in the Midwest but receded in the Northeast, South...

Including deals on upright, cordless, and handheld vacuums. Better Homes & Gardens / Marcus Millan No matter the size of your house, vacuuming is one of the biggest household chores. But with the right vacuum, cleaning your floors doesn’t have to be a dreaded task. If your old vacuum cleaner just isn’t cutting it anymore, it’s time for an upgrade, and Amazon has you covered. More than a...

You don’t need a big garden to grow your own zucchini. Kindra Clineff Growing zucchini in pots is an excellent solution for urban gardeners looking to add more growing space to their small yard, patio, or balcony. Zucchini and the closely related crookneck and summer squash plants are larger than many other vegetables, but they can still be cultivated in small garden spaces with a roomy pot and...

After spending several years in Brooklyn, New York, this couple returned to their hometown of Toronto with new needs. Their family was growing and their 1880 row house was dark and lacking in personality. Married architects and business partners Brian Hagood and Charisma Panchapakesan could...

Are we seeing the start of a market shift in mortgage demand? Notably, mortgage rates have been gradually declining, and we’ve observed back-to-back positive weeks in purchase application data for the first time since mid-March. While I typically prefer to see a sustained growth of 12-14 weeks before concluding there’s been a sea change, the low bar in purchase application data suggests that even a...

From classic subway bricks to whimsical scallops, use this guide to tile shapes to choose the right combination for your space. CARSON DOWNING Tile is a practical choice for walls and floors in high-traffic areas, but it also presents an opportunity to get creative and add some personality to your space. It also comes in a variety of different shapes: Choose a classic, like subway tile or...