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P.A.T.H.: Philippe Starck's pretty, prohibitively priced prefab project

Philippe Starck unveils a line of energy-efficient prefab homes with European wood builder Riko.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Railway arch-repurposing housing scheme in London nothing to laugh at

Despite the unfortunate acronym, the London Original Loft (LOL) proposal cleverly repurposes unused railway viaduct arches into cave-like residences.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Airbnb invades L.A. with celebrity-curated prefab pop-up listings

Airbnb celebrates its presence in L.A. with a city-wide 'hospitality experience' revolving around prefab studios with celebrity-designed interiors.




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Affordable net-zero prefabs erected in South L.A. in only three days

Design studio Minarc partners with Habitat for Humanity to (very quickly) bring affordable, net-zero energy prefab homes to low-income areas of South L.A.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Blu Homes unveils infill-ready green prefab

Blu Homes tackles the suburbs with Balance Metro, a new take on a 3-bedroom design that's geared for infill lots.



  • Remodeling & Design

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13 tiny houses we loved in 2013

Join us as we travel from Spain to Sweden to Sonoma County, Calif. for a look at 13 pint-sized dwellings that amazed, inspired and intrigued us in 2013.




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YMCA unveils flat-pack abodes for Londoners transitioning out of homelessness

Catering to young Londoners struggling to enter the city's real estate market, the YMCA's Y:Cube Housing offers a green prefab-based step toward independence.



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In Portland, a triple-decker tiny house for a family of 3 [Video]

By keeping things compact, Matt Kirkpatrick and Katherine Bovee were able to splurge and have some fun when designing their boxy, prefab abode.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Rare Frank Lloyd Wright-designed prefab for sale in Hudson Valley

In the bucolic exburbs of New York City, a mass-produced home designed by the legendary architect hits the market.



  • Remodeling & Design

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This low-cost Vietnamese abode is a half-prefab, half-DIY affair

From Vo Tong Nghia Architects comes a finish-it-yourself dwelling that can be delivered throughout the Mekong Delta via long-tail boat.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Denmark's Maintenance-Free House is protected from the elements by glass skin

Assembled on site in just 2 days with the aid of screwdrivers, this boxy plywood beauty is designed to last at least 150 years.



  • Remodeling & Design

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In Washington, legal skirmish over view-marring modular cabin comes to a happy end

A judge in Okanogan County, Wash. rules that an ill-sited prefab hut must be moved from its landscape-altering perch above the Methow Valley.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Vertical House: No-frills prefab abode from Muji is designed for tiny urban lots

In Japan, militantly unfussy retailer Muji sells much more than stationery, travel pillows and slippers.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Dutch prefabs pretty-up vacants lots while providing housing for priced-out Gen Y'ers

Sleek, slender and topped with solar panels, Heijmans ONE is a rental unit that addresses the dearth of affordable housing options for young professionals.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Prefab beach bungalows were once a hot seller at Macy's

Shoppers went gaga for 'Leisurama' vacation homes showcased on the department store's ninth floor in the early 1960s.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Egg-shaped hideaway gives whole new meaning to 'escape pod'

Powered by the wind and sun, Ecocapsule is the ultimate off-grid micro-home for vagabond vacationers.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Barcelona's 'Penthouse Flats' limit urban sprawl by building up, not out

In a marriage of modular building and adaptive reuse, one Spanish developer has taken to the rooftops.




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Rotating skyscraper might rise (again) in Dubai

Units in Dubai's wind- and solar-powered Dynamic Tower will sell for $30M — Dramamine not included.



  • Remodeling & Design

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Mary Ann Esposito’s Yellow Squash Salad with Grana Padano

The chef of PBS’ long running “Ciao Italia” taught me to make this flavorful, seasonal salad that would be a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving.




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How to help picky eaters enjoy Thanksgiving dinner

Keep Thanksgiving from turning into a battle zone with these tips to help your picky eaters enjoy their holiday meals.




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5 ways being thankful can improve your life

Gratitude is the cornerstone of Thanksgiving, but research suggests it's also an important building block for mental and physical health.



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Why you should teach your kids to cook this holiday season

With all that holiday food prep coming up, now may be the perfect time to teach the little ones some kitchen skills.




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10 to-dos to get your kitchen ready for the holidays

Make sure your knives are sharpened and spice rack is stocked so time in the kitchen this holiday season goes more smoothly.




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DIY Spiced Caramel Apple Cider

It takes only a few minutes to whip up this delicious cold-weather drink at home.




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All the Thanksgiving dessert recipes you'll need

More than half of Thanksgiving guests will be taking dessert for the holiday. Whether it’s pumpkin pie or not, we’ve got you covered.




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What to drink this weekend: Tawny Port

Warre’s Otima Tawny 10 Year Port will warm you up on a chilly evening.




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Tiny hamster eats big Thanksgiving dinner

Watch a hungry hamster and his furry friends devour a holiday feast made of miniature food.




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The best advice I ever received about handling kids who are picky eaters at holiday gatherings

If policing your child’s plate at a holiday dinner dampens the celebration, this one tip may be incredibly freeing for you and your children.




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What to drink this weekend: Cranberry mocktail, 2 ways

Give your kids another non-alcoholic cocktail option besides a Shirley Temple this holiday season.




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Show that gratitude, no matter the time of year

We practice thankfulness on certain holidays, but why not all the time?




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DIY centerpiece: Pinecone and wheat arrangement

Decorate your table with this inexpensive, natural arrangement that also happens to be compostable.




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How to fry a turkey without burning down the house

Here's a big hint: If you must do this, move away from the house.



  • Protection & Safety

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Unusually popular Thanksgiving foods reveal America's love of non-dairy whipped topping

NYT and Google teamed up to find the most distinctive Thanksgiving dishes by state. Some of the more unusual ones have whipped topping in common.




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10 recipes for leftover Thanksgiving turkey

These creative recipes will help you make something out of your leftover turkey besides soup or sandwiches.




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Spring rains threaten canned pumpkin supply

Manufacturer Libby is confident there will be enough pumpkin for the holidays, but you still may want to stock up early.




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7 easy Thanksgiving side dishes

These quick sides will complement your main dish, and we've included a few tips on how to make the recipes even easier.




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Jesse Eisenberg explains why his family celebrates 'Thanksliving'

'Batman v Superman' star says his Thanksgiving tradition is all about respect for animals.



  • Arts & Culture

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The most common types of winter squash (and how they taste)

There's more to winter gourds than butternut squash. Here are just a few winter squashes and gourds you might want to consider for your dinner table.




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States offer free park entry on Black Friday

Skip the stores and head outdoors to a nearby state park.




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Make-ahead dishes for your Thanksgiving menu

Take some of the stress out of the big day by preparing some of your menu days, even weeks, ahead.




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PBS busts the Thanksgiving myth with 'Pilgrims'

The true story behind the modern holiday isn't all togetherness and turkey.



  • Arts & Culture

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5 pumpkin treat recipes for your dog

Pumpkin is just as healthy for your dog as it is for you. Here are some simple ways to feed your pooch this popular fruit, and some bonus biscuit recipes.




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Adopt a furry friend for free this weekend

From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, online retailer Zappo's will cover cat and dog adoption fees at more than 100 participating shelters.




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Why Black Friday is such a sign of the times

As the middle class disappears, the rich go hiking and the poor fight over bargains.




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Holiday weight gain isn't inevitable if you start thinking about it now

Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas treats will be here soon, but being proactive can help you win the battle of the bulge.




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Try the 30 days of gratitude quiz with your teen

Head into the holiday season with a series of daily questions that help all of us think about what we're thankful for.




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Sustainability lessons from the first Thanksgiving

Looking back at the first Thanksgiving offers a way forward for us, says Michael Berman.




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11 things to do on Black Friday that aren't shopping

Don't want to shop on Black Friday but not sure what else to do? Here are some ideas.




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Are you ready for see-through pumpkin pie?

A Chicago restaurant is serving crystal-clear pumpkin pie. Do you think it's fun or freaky?




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Get to know gamay, the Beaujolais Nouveau grape

The 2017 Beaujolais Nouveau has just been released, fulfilling the destiny of many French gamay grapes.