The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Many years ago, I went to a friend’s home for the first time ...

Amanda is a home improvement and lifestyle writer with over 10 years of experience. In addition to her writing, you can find Amanda hosting national and local TV segments across the county. Her work ...

Gwyneth Paltrow's kitchen is a major source of inspiration to us here at Homes & Gardens. From its modern, minimalist sensibilities to its Mediterranean-inspired details, its truly an oasis of a space ...

Selecting the right lighting in your kitchen, especially under-cabinet lighting, is of utmost importance. It does not just light up the countertop, but also significantly impacts the overall mood of ...

Layered lighting plans in kitchens and baths enhance health, safety and comfort. Lighting is too often an afterthought in home improvement projects. And that’s to the detriment of the room and, ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Kitchen lighting can be categorised into three boxes. There's ...

Kitchen lighting, particularly in large kitchen-breakfast rooms, needs to be the most flexible scheme in a house. It makes sense to approach a large kitchen as three different spaces: the kitchen, the ...