Articles by Mitchell Parker

These days it’s common knowledge that spiffing up a laundry room can make the chore more enjoyable. But where to start? Here, designers share ideas for cabinet colors, wallpaper patterns, sink styles, flooring materials and other fashionable features …

A shower can be so much more than a way to get clean. It can relax, rejuvenate and restore. But the right design elements are essential. Here, designers share details about the tile, fixtures and other features that take these showers beyond a basic b…

A simple rectangle is the most common kitchen island design. While effective, it’s not for everyone, nor every kitchen. Here, designers share details about uncommon kitchen island designs that create specialized storage and function.

If you want to predict the near future of home design, just look at what people are searching for now. That’s what we did for our 2023 Houzz Emerging Summer Trends Report. We reviewed Houzz search terms from this year and compared them with last year …

If you can get people talking, you’re bound to have a lively dinner party. One way to do that is by creating a vibrant atmosphere with furniture and decor. Here, designers share how they combined bold patterns and color palettes with stylish furniture…

If you’ve got the space and budget, a butler’s pantry, or scullery, offers many benefits in a kitchen. These secondary kitchens can help hide messes, add storage and hold appliances — large and small — which helps keep physical and visual clutter out …

It’s a common problem: You walk into your kitchen one day to find it buzzing with pesky little fruit flies zipping about your fruit bowl, or worse, floating lifeless in your guest’s glass of red wine. You’re not a slob, and you don’t leave your doors …

When looking for a quiet, relaxing space to retreat to in a home, many people head straight for the bedroom. That’s why having a comfortable place to sit can elevate a bedroom into a private sanctuary even when sleep isn’t the goal. Seating at the end…

What do you do when your 18th-century London townhouse lacks natural light and openness? You find an architect who specializes in enhancing those very things. That’s what these homeowners did when faced with a dark and cramped mid-Georgian property in…

A lot of activity happens at a bathroom vanity. So when choosing one, you want to make sure you’re maximizing its function and style. For ideas, here are five bathroom vanity features that pros always recommend.