Open shelving can be both a blessing and a curse in your kitchen. So, here’s what you should consider before you do a fullkitchen remodel. “You may feel like open shelves feel messy and cluttered.” Photo:Tony Anderson / Getty Images Kemper says that open shelving can also work in bothminimalistand maximalist kitchensand everywhere in between. “Minimalists seem like they would be great at keeping open shelving nice and organized,” Kemper says....

Relax knowing your home is safe and secure. Summer is here, which means the vacation season is officially in full force. But unfortunately, your time away from home also makes your house more vulnerable to burglary. Elena Rui/Getty Images Elena Rui/Getty Images However, that doesnt mean you should go away and be worried. Rather, the contrary. Consider this the perfect opportunity to finally get proactive about securing your home. Here are four things you should always do before you go on vacation....

Plus, what shoppers can expect more of. See what they had to say below! I have fun bagging groceries and working at the register. Photo:Bloomberg/Getty Images I don’t want that. There’s probably plenty of room in our parking lots for a drive-through, he quipped sarcastically. I think that would work out really well. but Trader Joes plans to remain restaurant-free. We’re going to keep doing what we’re doing, but we’re going to grow....

Declutter your dresser top and create a serene bedroom with these easy-to-follow tips. If your dresser top has gotten a bit out of hand, you’re not alone. However, it isn’t too late to revive this space. Photo:Follow The Flow/Getty Images and ensure that yourbedroom appears tidierand more cohesive overall. Not sure where to begin? The pros are here to help. Be intentional about what you plan to use your dresser top for from the get go....

What is chlorella, anyway? But did you know there are several other types of algae that are edible and extremely healthy, too? Look for proper testing certifications. Photo: Madeleine Steinbach/Adobe Stock “Two things to look for are NSF certification and third-party testing,” he says. NSF certification confirms they are testedandthey pass." These aquatic microplants are rich in nutrients and thought to deliver a host of healthy benefits. Here are four varieties of edible algae to know about....

Steer clear of these pieces. In4mal/Getty Images Purchasingsecondhand furnitureis an excellent way to infuse both personality and sustainability into your home. Which items should you leave behindat the thriftor antique store? Photo:In4mal/Getty Images Pros weigh in with four categories below.

Interior designers share their favorite non-white neutral paints, including warm and cool options. It seems this color (or lack thereof!) is falling out of favor, according toRuth Mottershead, creative director of Little Greene. Photo:Katarzyna Bialasiewicz/Getty Images Instead, consumers have been opting forearthier tones that have an inherent warmth. Ready to take your walls to the next level? Here are a few neutral paint colors that arent white. French Grey-Pale by Little Greene....

What exactly does olive oil have to offer that makes it a full-fledgedsuperfood? Health Benefits of Olive Oil Olive oil boasts a myriad of health benefits. Here are a few ways olive oil helps keep you healthy. Photo:Jun Zhang/Getty Images Olive oilspecifically, extra-virgin olive oilalso contains unsaturated fatty acids, which decrease [inflammation], she says. )All that said, the cholesterol-lowering benefit of olive oil is pretty darn impressive. These cells are also responsible for scavenging and fighting disease-causing germs, further keeping you healthy....

Don’t let brain fog and fatigue ruin your vacation. (If only it were that easy.) Unfortunately, combatting the tiredness or insomnia from jet lag can be a challenge for most travelers. Photo:Monkey Business Images/Getty Images What Is Jet Lag? Jet lag is the onset of fatigue and other symptoms after traveling to different time zones. Logistically, this means that its more difficult to fly from the USA to Europe, Arezzolo explains....

Experts share their best tips for deterring these nocturnal bandits from looting your garbage. They work and eat from dusk to dawn. They can eat anything and everything, which explains why they find our discarded food so appealing! Photo:Rob Atkins/Getty Images They love fried chicken, pizza, hamburgers, you name it. The more fat and calories, the better, just like humans. If your trash contains no food, they will quickly learn to leave it alone....

Some practical strategies to reclaim your weekend. What Are the Sunday Scaries? Both tend to be ruminative in nature, and take you out of being present. Photo:PM Images/Getty Images Along the same lines, the Sunday scaries isnt itself a clinical diagnosis. For those withsocial anxiety, the day before a return to social interaction can be anxiety-inducing, she notes. For some, this anxious feeling may only happen every so often, she notes....

Wrap your gifts like a professional, whatever shape. Have a bike, violin, or basketball on your holiday shopping list? Wrapping these oddly shaped gifts is easier than you might think once you learn a few gift-wrapping tricks. Jamie Chung With these fun gift-wrapping hacks, opening the present makes getting a gift even more delightful. Roll a 24-by-36-inch piece of poster board into a cylinder, securing it with duct tape. Cover with a sheet ofwrapping paper, adhering it with double-stick tape....

With so many holiday recipesfrom cocktails and appetizers to dessertsyou’re sure to find the perfect holiday menu. Don’t forgetmerry dessertsand drinks to keep the cheer going all night long. Pick out your favorite Christmas dinner recipes to create the holiday meal of your dreams. Photo:Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Emily Hall Take a page from Dolly Partons cookbook and make her sweet potato casserole recipe. Its similar to candied yams, with crunchy pecans and a toasty marshmallow layer....