Indoor window shutters, often called plantation shutters, bring both style and functionality to your space. But let's face it—cleaning them is always a big chore. It’s easy to let it slide until dust ...

My pal Shari Hiller and I were working on a family room in which the homeowner wanted a cabin-in-the-woods feel. Shari selected a log-cabin wallpaper that worked great, but the windows seemed too ...

Mahogany Taylor is a licensed contractor with more than 35 years of experience in construction and interior design. She started early as an apprentice in several trades and gained industry experience ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether you're looking for a DIY wood shutter project to boost your home's curb appeal or simply want to dress up your interior windows with a ...

Deciding on windows can be doubly fraught. Not only do they impact a home’s beauty and personality from the outside, but, as architect Kevin Clark points out, “Nothing has as much effect on an ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Shutters are a common sight across climates, from the warm regions of southern France to the chalets of the ...

Shutters have played a huge role in New Orleans homes and buildings throughout the city's history. Early residents of the former French colonial city adopted the French custom of putting louvered ...