Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

We might tell ourselves our homes are just places where our lives unfold, but we also use these spaces to create visual narratives, with intentionally chosen furniture and finishes — and of course, a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Houseplants are one of the easiest (and best) ways to add style, personality, and life to your space. But ...

Big-leaf houseplants bring drama, elegance, and a touch of the tropics into your living space. With their oversized leaves and bold appearances, they serve as statement pieces while improving air ...

I live in a mid-century style house with 16-foot ceilings at the tallest point, so when my husband and I moved in five years ago, we started filling the spaces with large houseplants. Not only do they ...