Building a home from the ground up means you have a blank slate to infuse with character —whether by way of art, furniture, or finishes. If you’re looking to give your home a historic feel with a ...

Dear Andy: This is an excellent idea for adding lighting and a fan to a room without access to existing wiring. Even if you did not need access to electrical wiring, adding box beams can be an ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Exposed ceiling wood beams - Sheila Say/Shutterstock Exposed ceiling beams are a rare and exciting feature to have in your home — ...

Dear James: We are empty-nesters and plan to combine rooms for a more open floor plan. Box beans would look nice for some separation. What are some tips for adding box beams to the ceiling? -- Nick K.

Man repairing or renovating wood ceiling, preparing to install beams. - Knape/Getty Images If a smooth drywall ceiling feels a bit too polished for your taste, there's one upgrade that instantly warms ...

Decorative ceiling beams can add visual interest and character to a room. They draw the eye upward, creating a sense of depth and texture. They can also enhance a room's style, whether rustic or ...

A wise old architect once told us that when we design or remodel a home, we should ensure that walls, ceilings and floors consist of several levels or planes — lots of recesses (ins), protrusions ...

In Palma, a resort town on the Spanish island of Majorca, wood is not easy to come by. Considering that Aina Salva and Alberto Sanchez, founders of local firm SMS Arquitectos, planned to build a ...