House Beautiful

The House Beautiful reader is someone whose home is her bedrock. She is always improving it because the process – and result – delights her. Happiness in her home comes from easy luxury and highly personal style. Her home is a gift to share with family and friends.

House Beautiful

Q: When you’re renovating a home, what small change makes a big impact? • They say change is good—but designers know that some changes are better than others. Editorial Director Joanna Saltz asked creatives which unexpected little upgrades make a huge difference in home renovations. Their answers prove that, sometimes, change is actually amazing.

Hidden Treasures

Petite Playrooms • A closet has practically unlimited potential if you use your imagination….

HISTORY IN THE MAKING • Contending with several previous renovations to this 1906 Hinsdale, Illinois, property, our 13 female-led design teams proved that sometimes the past is worth repeating.

There’s an allure that comes with a historic home.

ENTRYWAY

PETITE ROOM

Make It Yours • For an even merrier holiday, infuse your personal style into the decor. Create your dream tablescape at homedepot.com/decor.

KITCHEN

LIBRARY

DINING ROOM

LIVING ROOM

CONSERVATORY

SUNROOM

STUDIO APARTMENT

SALON

GUEST ROOM

OWNERS’ SUITE

GUEST SUITE

PARTY PAD

Investment Piece • A quality HVAC system is an asset to your space and your life. Whether it’s helping the baby sleep through the night or preventing a sunny office from overheating, it quickly becomes one of your home’s most valuable features. You might say it’s as essential as the air you breathe.

In the Details • More must-see moments and ingenious products from this year’s historic house.

Passion Projects • Three reach-in closets get a California Closets makeover fit for any enthusiast.

Up, Up & Away • Looking to a historic ceiling for inspiration, the Brownstone Boys breathed new life into an old building.

On the Waterfront • A new home outside of Charleston embraces the timeless elements of the low-country landscape.

BACK TO THE FUTURE • To restore a 1931 Tudor home in Dallas to its past glory, this designer played up its historic charms.

FREE RANGE • A country house is built to suit its family—and their farm animals, who are welcome inside.

RESOURCES

In Good Spirits • Whether you’re serving martinis or margaritas, brilliant barware will elevate your next fete.