Articles by Mitchell Parker

The bed is obviously the most important functional element in a bedroom, but when it comes to creating style in the space, don’t sleep on the walls. Here, designers share various wall treatment ideas, including paint, paneling and paper, that elevate …

Change is to be expected. But lately it seems change is occurring at lightning speed. In response, some people are looking to slow life down by creating nurturing homes with warm, neutral colors, natural materials and a style that will last through wh…

When the owners of this Victorian home in south London asked architect Francesco Pierazzi to help them gain extra space without spending a fortune, he immediately got to work researching the area for opportunities. He…

If you’re feeling constrained by the limits of your design imagination, perhaps it’s time to broaden your borders. This collection of the most-saved kitchen photos of 2023 from 10 countries around the world will help get you started. Presented here i…

What if you could take a virtual tour of a remodeled home with its designer as your guide? That’s essentially the setup of our ongoing Houzz TV video series. Here we look back at our five most-watched video tours of 2023. Browse the countdown, then cl…

One dependable way to create a cohesive interior design style is to choose one element to inspire all other details in a space. For the jumping-off point in this Fort Lauderdale, Florida, bathroom renovation, designer Andrea Martoccia-Fava of Motivo…

To update spaces in this desert home, designer Kaitlyn Wolfe took inspiration from tones in the surrounding rustic landscape as well as the boutique-hotel vibe found elsewhere in the house. She mixed those influences…

Holiday parties are on the horizon, so we asked more than 50 home design and remodeling pros what design features they recommend for creating a home that’s fit for entertaining. Here are five home features they say are worth considering.

A low-barrier or barrier-free shower entry is both safe and stylish. These options create easier access than a shower-tub combo and offer a light and clean look. The decision to go with a low curb or a fully curbless design comes down to a matter of c…

Many homeowners are entering what’s commonly referred to as entertaining season. And with numerous festive holidays and parties on the horizon, some people are beginning to think deeply about how well equipped — or not — their home is for hosting gues…