Vintage or period motifs have become one of the hottest trends in home kitchen design, but your Old World kitchen doesn't need to feature modern looking faucets to take advantage of the latest technology.

Being indoors doesn't always guarantee protection from the sun's damaging effects. Here's how to make sure both you and your belongings will stay safe.

Two of the hallmarks of green building are energy efficiency and indoor air quality. Skylights can improve both, and incentives and rebates are available to help defray the extra costs and keep green building affordable.

With the trend of sports decor becoming a mainstream choice throughout homes, decorating options are endless. Sports themes can range from fun and over-the-top to subtle and tasteful integrations depending on what the homeowner likes. Here are some ideas about where to start.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling account for 44 percent of the average home's total energy use. Replacing old and leaky windows with energy efficient models can bring a significant return on investment when you consider today's high energy prices. Saving energy is good for your wallet and the environment.

This winter, Americans will face higher utility bills than ever before. Here are some steps you can take to help bring them down.

With home values continuing to decline, credit options contracting and sales in a slump, there's not a lot of good news for homeowners hoping for a huge return on investment for large-scale remodels. But what about smaller, yet significant, upgrades? These ideas will help update your home without breaking your saving's account.