"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Nothing can transform a space quite like a fresh coat of paint. And while you may have gone ham on the ...

I love the brightly colored homes in parts of Scandinavia. Their reds, blues, greens and oranges add delightful cheer to the winter scenery. With those in mind, we chose a deep green color for our ...

You know that wearing dark-colored clothing in the sun attracts heat, while lighter colors help reflect sunlight. The same is true for your home’s exterior paint. In fact, darker-colored homes absorb ...

Does it make any sense to live in a dark-colored house in a state like Texas? We ask experts whether these homes are less energy efficient. Driving around the Govalle neighborhood in East Austin, it ...

The town of Cary has no ordinance regulating the appearance of single-family homes, which means owners can paint their houses any color they want. However, some residents say they are displeased with ...

Q: First, I have to thank you for your weekly article regarding homeowners association questions and concerns. They have been very enlightening. My reason for writing you is pertaining to my new HOA ...

New Orleans color guru Louis Aubert describes the city's neighborhoods like cousins. Why? It has a lot to do with their color palettes. "You have the fun ones, like the Bywater or Marigny, which you ...