If you're ready to trade in minimalism for a bolder, more architecturally intriguing home design, it's crucial to think outside of the box. Don't be afraid to play around with loud ornamental elements ...

Q: Thank you for your article on exterior trim. Where in San Francisco can I buy the decorative plantons you describe? A: Plantons? Sounds like some kind of tropical fruit. There is no such thing as ...

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When it comes to home decor, wall color and furniture selection are the usual focal points of decorating. It's easy to overlook the statement-making architectural elements of a room, like decorative ...

(Family Features) If you’re looking for a cost-effective way to dress up a room in your home, crown molding can be a simple way to add elegance and class with minimal investment. Crown molding is most ...

Things have changed — plasterwork is not just small, old-school, dust-covered detailing that disappears into the room anymore. Today's cornicing (the decorative moldings that run along the seam ...