Converting space into a home office

A detached pool house into a hip home office. The client's existing Art Deco-style sofa was paired with geometric-print pillows and a faux fur throw.

Converting space into a home office

A color-coded storage system can add to the cohesiveness of a home office, no matter how small the space.

Converting space into a home office

A good chair is top priority. The Herman Miller Sayl is at the low end of the company's office-chair offerings at about $400.

Converting space into a home office

The Herman Miller Embody, at the high end of the company's office chairs, is about $1,100.

Converting space into a home office

Millions of Americans climb out of bed each morning, saunter down the hallway and roll into work in their jammies.

'Domino' helps those in home-improvement bind

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'Domino' helps those in home-improvement bind

Those snobs who say there's no reason not to have a good-looking, pulled-together home are just plain wrong - and irritating. I know plenty of reasons.

Web can bring world's décor into your home

Vallerie Drorbaugh blended French influences with subtle Moroccan accents in her living room.

Web can bring world's décor into your home

This summer will bring another staycation for me. No Italy or Istanbul. No Tibet or Taiwan. No Egypt or England. If I want an escape, I'll have to rely on my fantasies - and the World Wide Web.

Tips, top five items to take with you to college

It's back to college time, and back to the annual parent/teen shopping adventure that sees credit cards over-stretched and smiles more than a little bit strained.

Tips, top five items to take with you to college

Folding Club Chair This is no ordinary folding chair. The microfiber cushion, deep seat, and padded arm rests offer super comfort. Constructed of lightweight steel, this chair is perfect as an extra seat in any room. Chair opens and folds in seconds to save space. Measures 35 4/5" H x 31 4/5…

Tips, top five items to take with you to college

Home Expressions Cotton Reversible Comforter & More, $24.99 - $49.99 (Available on www.jcp.com and in stores) in Lime/ Aqua and Navy/ Porcelain. Photo courtesy of JC Penny

Tips, top five items to take with you to college

Multi-Functional Ottoman – Faux Leather Set a multi-functional ottoman on the floor for a stylish way to rest your legs. When you flip it open, you have a convenient table to set things down on. When you're done, Velcro closures keep flip-top table close. Measures 15" H x 15" W x 15" D. $29.…

Tips, top five items to take with you to college

Home Expressions Cotton Reversible Comforter & More, $24.99 - $49.99 (Available on www.jcp.com and in stores) in Lime/ Aqua and Navy/ Porcelain. Photo courtesy of JC Penny

Tips, top five items to take with you to college

For going back to college story. This one, handmade by Tucson Futons CQ TUCSON FUTONS, is solid pine with a separate (pre-made) mattress. Owner Doug Raber CQ DOUG RABER hand builds his solid pine futons. This one features a red cushion and comes in at $548 for frame and cushion (Raber is mak…