This rendering shows an attic converted to a reading nook and bedroom area. Built-in shelves are a great way to make the most of your available space. Getty Images As the years go by and lifestyles ...

Dear Jason: Look for a new contractor. Special designs of roof trusses are available, some not priced much higher than standard trusses, specifically designed for attic storage areas or full rooms.

Your attic is quietly destroying things you can never replace.

Outfitting your attic into a comfortable living area is a great way to maximize the often underutilized space beyond basic storage needs. Attics get a bad rap for being dark, dusty and ...

For many people who live in homes with attics, it can be tempting to make use of the extra storage space and create more room for the objects they use every day. This strategy works for most items ...

No matter how much storage space you have in your home, chances are high that at some point it won't feel like enough anymore. At that point, it's probably best to declutter your home. But you can ...

Outfitting your basement and attic with efficient storage can be life-changing. Not only will you get more living space, it can give your home an edge over others when it comes time to sell. Try these ...

Question: My husband and I just recently purchased a tract home in the North Patterson Avenue area in Goleta, and the house doesn’t have many cabinets or closets for storage. The houses in our ...

Organizing and cleaning a space such as a basement or an attic can seem like a monumental task. However, there are a few ways to ease the stress of organizing your basement and attic. BestReviews ...

Oh, to be William B. Rose! He has eight attics. Nine, if you count the one atop his own home. Rose is a research architect at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His eight attics are at ...