There are many different types of houses, each with its own architectural style and features, as well as advantages and drawbacks. When deciding which type is right for you, it is important to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeffrey Steele has been a freelance writer for one-third of a century. Fashion fads come and go, as do popular home design trends.

The verdict on farmhouse style isn't so simple. Some designers say the farmhouse look feels dated and overdone, especially in mass-market homes that lack originality. Others believe the style is ...

Perhaps you know what it looks like, but not its name. Maybe you first saw it in a gorgeous inspiration photo on social media, or heard the term used to describe a room on your favorite TV show.