Planning

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

Proven ways to save the design team’s time and your moneyby Duo Dickinson

Integrated with posts, railings, and stair risers, a new generation of exterior-light fixtures provides a wide range of deck-lighting optionsby Justin Fink

Tips for getting the most out of limited square footageby Sean Groom

Design consultant and author Deborah Krasner says homeowners should first assess their needs when planning outdoor spaces.by Deborah Krasner

Architect Matthew Schoenherr shares seven guiding principles to successfully transforming a home into something altogether new in this excerpt from his book, Remodel.by Matthew Schoenherr

From the perfect location to long-lasting materials, the best kitchens get every detail rightby David Edrington

Use an architect's reality checklist to calculate approximate remodeling costs before any design work startsby John McLean

An architect's reality checklist helps you to project the true costs of a new home or remodel before it gets to the drawing boardby John McLean

From the ashes rises a Mediterranean-style home with eclectic details, commanding views, and comfortable roomsby John Connell

The right adhesive will keep joints tight and wood from rottingby John Michael Davis

In this excerpt from Build Like a Pro: Remodeling a Kitchen, designer and builder Sam Clark shares 5 key concepts to help you find the best configuration for cabinets, counters and appliances.by Sam Clark

A small kitchen that's fine-tuned for comfort and efficiencyby Patrick Sutton

A seasoned architect offers up common-sense ideas for keeping any job predictably on trackby John McLean

Whether framing an octagonal window or laying out a bay, here are two fast ways to get the angles rightby John Carroll

Although a 200-amp service is adequate for most residences, calculating the actual load is a good idea. This chart from Code Check Electrical can help you with your calculations.by Clifford A. Popejoy

By including his subcontractors in the design process and watching every penny, a Midwestern builder creates attractive starter homes for $45 per sq. ft.by Fernando Pagés Ruiz

Careful planning from the start is the key to a functional, hassle-free kitchenby David Getts

A Texas builder tackles affordable housing with recycled materials, job-site waste and minimum-wage crewsby Dan Phillips