From the food we eat to the cars we drive, going "green" is a growing trend everywhere you look. And now, it's becoming a driving force in the home improvement industry as well. If you're interested in adding a new structure to your property, there is an option that is both earth-friendly and affordable.

Americans spent more than $31 billion on arts, crafts and hobbies last year, according to the Craft & Hobby Association. All crafters have one thing in common - the need for good work space. Here are some tips for creating a crafting paradise in your home.

It's easy for your family room's purpose to get lost in the hectic pace and clutter of everyday life. If it's time for your family to rise up and reclaim this room, here are some tips for putting the "family" back into "family room."

When preparing your home for the golden years, there are many ways to ensure that each room in the house is comfortable and secure, so you can live safe, sound and solo.

Virtually every home remodeling project begins with demolition. Homeowners who do their own demo can save big bucks, especially on projects where professionals will finish the construction part of the job. Before you tear up a floor, open a wall or demolish a countertop, keep these basic do-it-yourself demolition tips in mind.

Multi-tasking is in vogue, but do-it-yourselfers have been doing it for decades with the help of tools that serve more than one purpose. Here are some gift items that are essential for the DIYer's well-equipped multi-purpose tool box.

Remodeling your home by finishing a basement can increase your living space without the hassle of moving or the expense and environmental impact of building an addition. Finishing a basement is one of the most cost-effective remodeling projects, according to Remodeling Magazine's 2007 Cost vs. Value report, with homeowners seeing an average 75 percent return on investment when they sell the home in the first year.