Articles by Janet Paik

Deep navy, bold cobalt and sapphire blue are a few of the inky hues that can set a dramatic tone in any space. And as blue — including Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year, Classic…

When it comes to remodeling your master bathroom, chances are a pair of sinks may be part of the plan. According to the 2019 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study, 69% of homeowners…

Mike and Lesley Vaux bought their 938-square-foot home in San Jose, California, in 2010 as a short sale. “It was in pretty bad condition when we purchased it, but we loved the charm and character of the home and the tree-lined street,” says Lesley, an…

Whether you like to keep your holiday decor neutral with a sleek and pared-down palette or go traditional with plaids and vintage ornaments, there are so many different ways to decorate for the Christmas season. See how these seven homeowners from our…

A home should reflect the people who live in it. And this countdown of the five most popular home tours from our My Houzz series in 2019 illustrates exactly that. See a professional organizer and collection enthusiast’s…

Houzz is dedicated to sharing inspiring homes with our community. We describe how those spaces came to be and tell the stories of the people behind them. Homeowners: Have you recently remodeled your home? Or did you finish a decorating update with the…

A welcoming and stylish dining room can make mealtimes even more enjoyable, whether you’re dining solo or entertaining guests. See how these five homeowners featured in our My Houzz series worked with designers to transform their dining rooms into…

Houseplants add so much life and beauty to a space. The collections of potted plants below bring a fresh green touch to the sun-filled dining rooms of 11 homeowners featured in our My Houzz series. Does your…

Open shelving is a hot topic when it comes to kitchen storage. Maybe you are a fan of the trend and enjoy using open shelves to show off your styling chops. Or perhaps you feel that they are simply a clutter magnet. Either way, they’re a storage optio…

Open shelving is a hot topic when it comes to kitchen storage. Maybe you are a fan of the trend and enjoy using open shelves to show off your styling chops. Or perhaps you feel that they are simply a clutter magnet. Either way, they’re a storage optio…