Articles by Elena Vega

A home with beautiful curb appeal can be a joy for owners, visitors and neighbors alike. So it’s no surprise that nearly half (46%) of outdoor upgrades take place at the front of the home, according to the 2024…

A home with beautiful curb appeal can be a joy for owners, visitors and neighbors alike. So it’s no surprise that nearly half (46%) of outdoor upgrades take place at the front of the home, according to the 2024…

You don’t need much to turn an entry porch into a place that allows and even encourages connection; even a simple chair will do. But if you’re planning to stay awhile, perhaps waving at neighbors over the morning paper or communing with trees over cof…

Using white in an open-plan kitchen doubles the dose of spaciousness, as these three kitchens show. But both elements come with their challenges. How do you create a pleasing view from a living space with kitchen appliances in sight? How do you keep a…

As we head into summer’s final act, porches become a front seat to nature’s spectacular costume changes. The following eight porches offer plenty of ideas for creating unobstructed views while using screens to keep out pesky insects and railings to ma…

Fitting everything needed into a smaller bath can seem like a tall order. Fitting everything in while creating a serene and airy feel, harder still. But the designers of these four baths that are no bigger than 60 square feet did exactly that, without…

A few cabinets, fixtures and appliances might technically constitute a kitchen, but a beautiful heart of the home that’s a joy to cook in and move through? That’s another story — especially if you’re not blessed with the roomiest of spaces. See how de…

Summer Olympics inspiring you to get outside and move? Take advantage of the momentum — and the plentiful warm days still to come — to add a playful element to your yard or patio. It could be something as small as a dartboard or as big as a putting gr…

A small kitchen doesn’t have to feel cramped or cavelike. These designers used strategic layouts, light colors and more to give these four kitchens of 100 square feet or less a more open feel and a polished look — while increasing storage space. See i…

Maybe every family member has a different yard use in mind. Maybe your own wish list is long. Or maybe you just want a backyard that feels cozy for a few while welcoming to many. Resourceful designers can accommodate multiple uses in a single flexible…