Ideas for small spaces, including bungalows, studio apartments, powder rooms, galley kitchens, crawlspace storage, and more

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Big Ideas for a Small Yard

How one homeowner transformed her tiny backyard into a lush oasis for outdoor living… more

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Cottage Remodel

by Ingrid Spencer

A finished attic added space and light, inspiring other tweaks that make this small house smarter…more

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Smart Storage Solutions

by Josh Garskof

7 simple DIY projects that can help you carve out clever places to stow everything…more

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Trends in Bathroom Design

This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and host Kevin O'Connor visit a bathroom showroom

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How to Build a Branch Trellis in a Pot

Use twigs and branches to build an attractive, space-saving trellis

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4 Tips for Finishing an Attic

Building-code basics for turning attic space into living space

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Pouring Light and Modernity into a Sad, Small Kitchen

In a turn-of-the-century bungalow, the kitchen is carefully planned — and furnished — to look unplanned.

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How to Build a Wall-to-Wall Window Seat

This multipurpose built-in is perfect on a stair landing

How to Make Your Own Modular Cubbies

One place to store more stuff? Beneath your stairs with this smart solution

How to Craft a Bookcase Alcove

Make the most of your space with this this smart, slim storage solution

Small Kitchen, Big Dreams

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