Open floor plans, mini-mansions, micro homes — some home design styles and elements shift with the currents of consumer tastes. However, others stand the test of time because they’re enduringly useful ...

A versatile product I like to keep on hand is Goop, a heavy-bodied adhesive sealant sold in toothpaste-type tubes. In recent weeks, I have used Goop to seal a low-pressure leak in the trap of a sink ...

MINNEAPOLIS – At the end of the day, it’s easy for two Minneapolis couples to retreat to a quiet sanctuary. All they have to do is climb stairs that lead to the attic. The couples’ well-designed attic ...

(BPT) - Moving up – vacating your current, smallish home for a larger, roomier abode – was the American way before the Great Recession. Now that the economy is humming again, at least some of the ...

A well-executed attic makeover can be one of the most rewarding home improvement projects, adding significant value and precious square footage to your home. However, some simple attic conversion ...

A loft conversion can be a great way to add value and living space to your home, but it doesn't come cheap. To find out how much a loft conversion costs, the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) ...