Remodeling

Two remodeled bathrooms showcase strategies that make small spaces feel roomy, without big changesby Russell Hamlet

A Toronto architect updates a traditional cottage for his office and adds a modern three-story home, but you'd never know it from the streetby John O'Connor

With a rubber membrane and careful flashing, you can create an outdoor room above and shelter the living space belowby Gregory Burr

Cross-linked polyethylene is tough and flexible, and you don't need a torch to install itby Dave Lovesky

Whether you're remodeling an older home or just living in one, the paint must be treated with respect, especially if young children are involvedby Tom O'Brien

A no-frills fix-up creates a bright, efficient workspace for less than $1,800 in fixtures, materials and appliancesby Scott Gibson

Curving stainless-steel and teak partitions create distinctive quarters with a nautical themeby Mark A. Hutker

With a little custom metalwork and an extra cabinet door, you can make your refrigerator look like a million bucks (or at least a $5,000 Sub-Zero)by Mike Guertin

by Peter Hemp

by Robert Tomsich

One-piece fixtures are quick to install, but should you buy a gelcoat or an acrylic model?by Scott Gibson

by Jere Anderson

With store-bought moldings and a router, you can give laminate counters the monolithic look of solid-surface materialby Herrick Kimball

For caulking around bathroom and kitchen fixtures, nothing lasts longer or keeps out moisture better than siliconeby Brian Zavitz

by Jonathan R. Smith

A three-piece threshold provides extra weather protection, especially in exposed locationsby Gary M. Katz

Laminate-covered substrate produces a bright, clean and washable cabinet at a lower cost than hardwood panelsby Rex Alexander

Skyrocketing lumber costs make steel studs an enticing, easily installed alternative to woodby Tom O'Brien

In a fog about choosing windows? You have to consider glazing systems, window styles and frame materialsby Jefferson Kolle