If you live in California, Florida or certain other parts of the U.S., your architecture may show distinct cultural influences

An Australian family renovates its bungalow to connect with relatives, friends and community

Give the Hearth a Beautiful Finish With Colorful Glass, Ceramic or Classic Stone Tile

Freshen up your fireplace with a crisp, colorful or dramatic new look

Refresh the look of your home's fireplace with a stone slab surround

Using stacked stone for walls, fireplaces and more requires a patient approach to placement

Not everyone wants a marble bath. Bring organic warmth to counters, walls or floors with these hard-wearing alternatives

Add rocks and pebbles to your bathroom design for organic texture and practicality too

Surprise and delight in the landscape with rock formations resembling wildland hoodoos and cairns

An old outbuilding gets a new purpose — several purposes, that is — thanks to careful efforts by stonemasons and architects