Poring over floor plans can easily become an old house lover’s obsession. Where was the kitchen when the house was built? Was there originally a fireplace in the front parlor? If row houses are your ...

Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...

The great room of the Myers home is designed to let in plenty of sun in the winter, while blocking it in the summer. Plan a comfortable, energy-efficient home that saves you money on heating and ...