Exposed ceiling beams are a rare and exciting feature to have in your home — one that should elevate your existing space and personal style. However, selecting the right shade for your ceiling beams ...

Question: I want to add ceiling lighting and a ceiling fan to my living room, but no wiring is up there. I would like to add decorative box beams and run the wiring through them. How can I do this?

Q: I love the look of beamed ceilings, especially the rustic look of old barn wood. My house didn’t come with these, but I want to add them. How can I do this on the cheap and still make it look like ...

We've all been faced with that cookie-cutter room where the only "architectural details" are openings for a couple doors and windows (you might be sitting in one as you read this). Solutions for ...

Dear Andy: This is an excellent idea for adding lighting and a fan to a room without access to existing wiring. Even if you did not need access to electrical wiring, adding box beams can be an ...