Architecture and Design

Use strips of drywall to create custom paneling that will add detail and charm to most any roomby Myron R. Ferguson

Salvaged materials and unorthodox building methods are used to create a small, sacred structureby Bruce Johnson

A contest-winning design squeezes a vaulted living room, a master suite, and room to breathe onto a pencil-thin lotby Roxana Vargas Greenan, Trent Greenan

Technology and craftsmanship combine to create curved moldings for cabinetry, doors, and windowsby Justin Haug

A successful design starts with establishing personal and business spaceby Kurt Lavenson

Passive survivability is a life-safety issue. How long could you live in your house without power or fuel?by Alex Wilson

No longer simply a spot for wet boots and coats, these spaces are both functional and beautiful  

When a train station's 120-year-old roof brackets decay, a carpenter braces the roof and constructs a detailed template to guide the restoration by Brain Campbell

What sort of house can you build on a 25 ft. by 100 ft. lot? An architect walks you through her award-winning design.by Roxana Vargas Greenan

Often crammed into whatever space remains on a floor plan, closets deserve thoughtful location, layout, and outfittingby Lynne Heinzmann

Many people end up with chaotic home designs, but you don't have to be one of themby Marianne Cusato

Reports from three case studies outline what it takes to achieve LEED for Home's silver, gold, and platinum ratingsby Sean Groom

Resourceful homeowners apply Duo Dickinson's "10 steps to reduce an architect's fees" to rebuild the home they lost in a fireby Robyn Aitken

For a truly authentic restoration, Vermont Salvage is worth a trip from just about anywhere

Before settling on a costly addition, make the most of the opportunities under your existing roofby Keyan Mizani

An earnest upside-down saltbox is updated with a gracious entry, a shingled seaside style, and windows toward the oceanby Rob Lambert

Overlooking Maine’s rocky coastline, this summer getaway follows the site’s contours and takes on the color of the forestby Roc Caivano

Although size and style are vital to a successful porch, don't ignore the importance of materials and craftsmanshipby Roxana Vargas Greenan

An architect explains how to use the six principles of massing to shape a distinctive small homeby Jeremiah Eck