Home Decor

You want to give your friend a housewarming gift and thought it would be nice to build a key holder. Learn how to build a key holder in this article.

By HowStuffWorks.com Contributors

The curb appeal of your house could be the best on the block, but if your guests are greeted by the stench of rotting food when they enter the door, they probably won't come back. Do yourself and your friends a favor: Make your home smell good.

By Emilie Sennebogen

You want to help your daughter in her new home by making her some pillowcases. Learn here how to make a pillowcase.

By HowStuffWorks.com Contributors

The average person takes more than 28,000 showers in a lifetime. With a handheld showerhead, you could save water and money without sacrificing water pressure.

By Bambi Turner

The movers have left, and now you have to figure out how to arrange all the furniture. Learn how to arrange furniture from this article.

By HowStuffWorks.com Contributors

It's natural to feel the need to spruce up your home every once in a while. If your living spaces look drab and your checkbook looks bleak, don't worry -- we've got some inexpensive tips for you.

By Heather Kolich

When people run out of room in a small space, most just give up or start tossing out their beloved treasures. But before you get rid of your favorite piece, think about how you can go up instead of out.

By Sara Elliott

Unlike traditional home construction, "prefab" (short for prefabricated) homes are built in factories as individual modules, then delivered in several parts and assembled on-site. The term infers a modern aesthetic and higher quality of design.

Cultures from all over the world have their own unique and specific ways to celebrate Christmas. Check out this image gallery and learn how Christmas is celebrated internationally.

By Danielle Fisher

So, you may not have a McMansion with three living rooms and 12 bathrooms, but you can still make the most of your small space. By choosing the right furniture in the right layout with the right lighting, your space can ooze charm and style.

By Sara Elliott

In the U.S., New Year's Eve often means fireworks, champagne toasts and singing a round of 'Auld Lang Syne' after the countdown. Check out these pictures to find out how people from all around the world celebrate this holiday.

By Becky Striepe

Have you ever been watching your favorite television show and wondered what it would be like to live in the characters' houses? If you've ever dreamed of living in style at the Beverly Hillibillies' mansion or drinking coffee with the locals in Twin Peaks, then this list is for you.

By Heather Kolich

What is it about red rooms that make us feel like social butterflies -- or blue rooms that mellow us out? Color psychology examines how shades of the spectrum affect our outlook on life. When decorating your home, use the color wheel to bring out your best self! Here's how.

By Chris Obenschain

Home tech products use computers to perform a variety of automated tasks that are centered on one goal: to make your life simpler. So let's take a look at 10 high-tech innovations to see how they can make life at home easier and more enjoyable.

By John Perritano

For someone who loves antiquing, nothing is more satisfying than finding a $2 curio and a priceless piece of furniture in the same place on the same day. Of course, knowing how to ask for what we like -- and paying the price you want to pay -- can make it even better.

By Terri Briseno

From Christmas trees to menorahs to twinkling lights, fall and winter are dominated by a host of traditional adornments. But what are the histories behind some of the most popular holiday decor items?

By Matt Cunningham

While the origins of the actual "man cave" idea are murky, somewhere along the line someone decided that guys needed a special area to relax, undisturbed. Check out some man cave themes and get cracking.

By Alison Cooper

Halloween is coming up, and your teens are looking for something to do. They're too old to trick-or-treat, and you don't exactly relish the idea of letting them roam the streets with friends. So what about having a party at your house?

By Emilie Sennebogen

Although you might spend the day wrangling tiny costumed ghosts and goblins, there will come a point when the little devils finally lapse into sugar comas. So while the kids sleep, host a Halloween party for the grown-ups.

By Alison Cooper

Whether you're refurnishing or making small improvements, these Home Made Simple ideas will give you great tips for decorating your home and adding a personal touch.

It's not just what you put in a room but where you put it. Here are the keys to harmony and functionality in layout and design.

By Sara Elliott

Living room organization goes a long way in keeping your house in check. Learn some tips on living room organization in this article.

By Home Made Simple

Are you looking to learn the abcs of interior design? Check out this article and learn more about the abcs of interior design.

By Home Made Simple

Whether you prefer a traditional or modern design, you'll find affordable and easy-to-use trim options to spruce up your home and add an accent to walls and floors.

By Bambi Turner

We've all been in rooms that just feel good. They have a palpable, comfortable atmosphere that makes you want to put up your feet and stay a while. And the lighting probably had something to do with it.

By Emilie Sennebogen & Melanie Radzicki McManus