Finishing a basement feels like one of the smarter home investments you can make. You're turning unused square footage into a bedroom, a rec room, a home office, or a full living suite. The math seems ...

Basement bedrooms have become increasingly popular in modern homes. Whether you want to add extra living space or create a cozy guest room, transforming your basement into a bedroom can be fantastic.

I read with interest the article "Building code proposals draw groups’ fire" (Aug. 13) about the Home Builders Association trying to dilute the building code to allow cheaper construction. As a ...