"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Architectural detail serves as the foundation of a home's personality. Without it, the space can start to ...

Typically found in traditional homes, molding has been used throughout architectural history to embellish walls and ceilings. Whether crown mouldings around the ceiling, or wall moldings creating a ...

Q: My wife and I are in the process of breathing new life into our living room. We are exploring the possibility of trimming the top of the walls with crown molding. But the room's ceiling peaks in an ...

It's easy to install an elaborate cornice when you work in layers, and the end result will add a bold statement to any room. It's easy to install an elaborate cornice when you work in layers, and the ...

If you purchase a home, some of the design choices that you inherit may seem strange. For example, why do homes have popcorn ceilings? The odd texture creates some problems for homeowners, like ...

Look up and you may see a strip of wood between the ceiling and the wall. Look down, and you'll see a strip of wood between the floor and the wall. In the middle, you may see a strip of wood or ...

Have you ever wished that you could have beautifully installed crown molding and trim in your home but you simply cannot afford the cost of hiring a professional? Of course, the best solution would be ...

Behind a stately Romanesque Revival exterior in Crown Heights is a renovated interior that mixes some period elements with modern updates. The 1890s townhouse at 926 St. Marks Avenue has wood floors, ...