House Beautiful
When pubs closed, this English couple made one in their friends’ backyard, complete with a dart board, fireplace and fully stocked bar.
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When pubs closed, this English couple made one in their friends’ backyard, complete with a dart board, fireplace and fully stocked bar.
Read MoreSheets from a big-box store last a few good years before they start to pill. That’s why one company in Alabama is out to change the way people think about bedding.
Read MoreLeave Frisbee to less imaginative neighbors. These outdoor games—from the Swedish sport of Kubb to a German hammer game—can liven up a summer of sequestering.
Read MoreWhen you consider a plant a weed because you didn't plant it, don’t pull it out just yet: Many of those untamed plants are not only edible, but delicious and healthy for you, too.
Read MoreMy husband and I decided to list our home this spring—smack in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. Here's how we're doing it safely, and why we're keeping the faith.
Read MoreA concept developed during wartime in the past is cultivating great hope right now.
Read MoreWhile no one knows for sure how long this situation will last, one thing is indisputable: Knowing your neighbors has never been more critical.
Read MoreI wrote about travel-inspired design, Old Post Office’s facelift, well-designed cocktail bars, Ethan Allen's latest local collab and more.
Read MoreThanks to greenhouses on her 9-acre farm, Linda Chapman is able to grow plants 12 months of the year—from sunflowers to celosias.
Read MoreIn families where both parents work, fathers are more likely to share household duties, says a new Gallup poll.
Read MoreI wrote about the Bauhaus exhibit at The Art Institute of Chicago, Kohler Waters Spa, designer Brianne Bishop's favorite local artists and beautifully designed restaurants around the city.
Read MoreHaving pretty plants to look at in your home is a nice perk of indoor gardening, but research suggests the activity can boost your health, too.
Read MoreGiven how much valuable counter space this thing can take up, it makes sense you want to use your air fryer as often possible. Here are some clever ways to use it that you might not have thought of yet.
Read MoreSince this handy appliance was invented some 70 years ago, it’s become a staple in American homes. Yet believe it or not, you might not actually even be using this essential to its full potential.
Read MoreFlowers won't last forever, but you can do a lot to extend their life span. Here's how to keep flowers fresh for the long haul, from the moment you place them in a vase to the days to come.
Read MoreBefore you get started, there are some key things you need to know about how to paint kitchen cabinets. For one, it almost always takes longer than you think.
Read MoreWhen it comes to microwave cleaning tricks, there’s a simple phrase to remember: Steam is your best friend. Here’s how to make cleaning this near-essential appliance a breeze.
Read MoreI covered Chicago stories including Molteni&C's new showroom, a beautiful coffee table book, Trope gallery, the city's most inspiring theaters and interior designer Gemma Parker.
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