Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. With mortgage rates expected to remain above 6% in 2025, according to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Gold writes about wellness design and related housing topics. This article is more than 2 years old. First floor living ...

Interior design guru MaCenna Lee installs five smart home products for 2021 in DIY style.

Interior design guru MaCenna Lee begins an entryway and living room makeover with design and vintage decor. Actor James Ransone, who starred in 'The Wire,' dies from an apparent suicide at 46 ...

The first light switch has come a long way since its invention in 1884 by John Henry Holmes in Newcastle, England. Holmes' ingenious 'quick-break technology' transformed the way electricity was ...

She anticipates 2026 will bring even more adoption of smart kitchen appliances, including ovens that you can control remotely ...

In the digital age, it's easy to curate the look of your home with the help of artificial intelligence and social media. But designer Vern Yip would like you to take a more hands-on, tactile approach.

How are contemporary homes pushing the boundaries of innovation for the future? Currently, these spaces tend towards clean lines, neutral colors and flexible spaces, with the integration of ...

Rather than reach for a tangled pull cord to operate your blinds, let smart blinds do the work for you. Smart blinds are window coverings you control from a smart device, remote, or by voice command.

Not all home apps are equal. Your app experience can make or break the smart home devices you choose, such as security cameras or smart bulbs. The worst apps have confusing menus, lack settings and ...

Revamping your dream home? Whether you seek an entirely new look or just want to freshen up a room, the right interior designer or interior decorator can help turn your vision into reality. Or, ...