Go all out and organize a party on the porch

You've gone through all the trouble of making your front porch look good. You've picked out furniture and labored over the plants and landscape.

DIY interior-design clients get advice for less

According to Michael Berens, director of research at the American Society of Interior Designers, more decorators are designing for the times.

Uncovered: Germiest Places At School

Lunch boxes, door handles, toilets, oh my! You'll be surprised to learn what the CDC says are the top offenders when it comes to dirt and germs in schools. They aren't where you think.

What Are Germiest Places At School?

Lunch boxes, door handles, toilets, oh my! Colds and infections often make their way into homes via the classroom.

Small projects add up to big appeal

In this economy, homeowners are watching every penny. Just because money is tight doesn't mean every renovation plan has to be cast aside. Smaller projects can revitalize a room without a big investment.