Most Spectacular & Over-the-Top Christmas Light Displays [PHOTOS]

One of the 2012 winter home decorating trends is the rise of the outdoor Christmas lights, creating a magical and fun atmosphere. Enjoy the festive nights and cheerful spirit of the holiday season with these impressive and spectacular Christmas light displays.

Everything You Need to Know: Limewash Paint - A Beginner's Guide + DIY Tutorial for Interior Walls

A beginner’s guide to Limewash for Interiors.

This Pretty Pastel Terrazzo Wall Is the Easiest-Ever DIY

Miller Paint in Portland, Oregon put together a simple tutorial for a paint-your-own terrazzo mural using their new collection of springtime pastels.

This Garage-turned-Garden Room in L.A. is Full of Great Decorating Ideas

Meghan Rostovsky and her Providence Design Group partners share a shopping list to turn an unused garage into a stylish outdoor living area.

These Minimalist Prefab Homes Maximize Indoor/Outdoor Living

2 prefabs-one a Japanese-inspired ADU, the other a young family’s spare and serene headquarters-take root in Los Angeles.

A Punched-Up Brooklyn Townhouse Holds Three New Condos

Overlay Office turns an 1899 building in South Slope into bright, two-bedroom units that have plenty of graphic flair.

This New Jersey Home’s Scandinavian-Style Refresh Banishes Winter Blues

A remodel by architect Peter Goodhue transforms a dark, cramped residence into an airy place for a young family.

A Couple’s Home in New Jersey Takes Root Near a Peaceful River

Z+ Architects navigated an unusual riverfront site to create a contemporary residence with tranquil views and privacy.

In Melbourne, a Retiree Couple’s Weatherboard Cottage Gets a Luminous Extension

Roam Architects designs an airy addition with a timber roof, a two-way fireplace, and generous glazing that connects it to the backyard.

A Spanish-Style Home in San Diego Gets a Big Upgrade With Just 39 Additional Square Feet

Thanks to a simplified layout and clear connection to the outdoors, this historic home is ready for a new chapter.

These Minimalist Prefab Homes Maximize Indoor/Outdoor Living

2 prefabs-one a Japanese-inspired ADU, the other a young family’s spare and serene headquarters-take root in Los Angeles.

A Biophilic Home in Vietnam Impresses With a Hollow-Brick “Breathing Wall”

Abundant greenery, ample skylights, and a partial glass roof round out a multigenerational home in Bien Hoa, Vietnam.