Not everyone who moves into a midcentury ranch-style house is returning to his or her roots, or yearning to roll back time. People appreciate the ubiquitous dwellings for a whole host of reasons. The ...

It's common wisdom that home design trends are cyclical. Some unfortunate features -- like the popular popcorn ceilings of the '80s -- are probably gone for good. But others -- like the pastel ...

A ranch is a single-story house distinguished by a low-profile design, wide-open layout, and an asymmetrical facade while accenting the relationship between indoor and outdoor living. Ranches, also ...

A western theme can make a property feel especially homey. — -- intro: Who doesn’t love a good theme? We’re suckers for a little kitsch every now and then, and there’s something about the wild, ...