Tampa Bay Homes Guide

In this Westchester County home remodel, an architect-led design adds an addition, new interiors, and an outdoor oasis “After” photos by Nicki Chavoya for Sweeten Architect: Shana Sandberg of Revel Craft

> Getty Images/iStockphoto When it comes to bad things like a sewer backup, it’s always smarter to be prepared. Read on for a few tips for handling a sewer backup.

> Jacob Snavely/Courtesy JMorris Design LLC Bring maximum functionality to a long, narrow cook space with tidiness and smart storage solutions, plus tricks to make the place look larger than

How to choose a kitchen backsplash with budget, maintenance, and functionality in mind Above) Sweeten homeowners’ Jaime + Guy’s renovation You’ve decided to renovate your kitchen backsplash; but where should

> Carl Tremblay Getting solid support from footings, walls, piers and slabs. It does not matter which type of house each of the Three Little Pigs had. Without a stable

> Dana Schiffman Skip the kitchen design center and head to the paint department for a totally new look for your laminate countertops. Replacing countertops isn’t a whole lot of

> iStock Stay out of the sun while enjoying your outdoor rooms with these great ways to add shade to these spaces. Positioning yourself in the shade not only makes

> Nat Rea Tired of running out of hot water? That’s not a problem with one of these compact, ultra-efficient units that heat water as you need it. Here’s what

> The five-bedroom, three-bath house sits on a large, raised corner lot. Its one-story wraparound porch with round columns was an early-20th-century addition. | Evan Hale/Indiana Landmarks An historic Italianate

These classic Colonial kitchen renovations show interiors ready for modern-day life Above) The 1919 Colonial of Sweeten homeowners Amanda and Cory The quaintness of Colonial-style homes is undeniable. Usually marked