Articles by Mitchell Parker

After white, wood is the most popular choice for cabinetry colors. While a variety of wood species and tones are warming…

When updating a laundry room, many homeowners ask designers to make doing laundry more enjoyable. To do that, designers bring in pattern and color to spark joy, or lean on a breezy and efficient layout with abundant natural light to create a peaceful …

If you want to know where home design is headed, just follow the enthusiasm. We asked dozens of design and remodeling pros what gets them excited lately, and their responses reveal a snapshot of popular colors, materials and features on the rise. Here…

Creating a stylish living room requires a balancing act of color, texture, fabric, pattern and scale. Designers know how to turn the knobs on each to get the best result. Here, pros share how they mixed special features to produce fashionable and fun…

Rarely does a kitchen comprise a single material or color. Mixing finishes creates balance and visual interest, and it makes practical sense when choosing a surface for messy prep work versus one that’s more decorative like a wall finish. Here, design…

A good way to discover home design features you might want to add in your home is to look at new projects popular among homeowners right now. And a good starting point is our Trending Now series, which gathers the most-saved photos uploaded to Houzz o…

Designers love powder rooms. That’s because these small, intimate spaces offer an opportunity to incorporate a surprising color or pattern that might not work for the rest of the home. Here, designers share the adventurous details they included in six…

If a kitchen island is at the top of your wish list, you’ll want to spend some time thinking through the features that support your needs. For ideas on style, function and details worth considering, check out these clever kitchen island designs recent…

This homeowner had fond childhood memories of spending time in her mom’s best friend’s house. So when an opportunity came up to buy the home, she jumped at it. She then hired interior designer Susan Yeley,…

Adding storage components to an entry can help corral items before they clutter up a home. Including lively color and pattern can help set the mood for the rest of the home. You’ll find great examples of both approaches in these stylish mudrooms recen…