The question: I have a large window that looks onto a brick wall. What kind of drapery should I put on it, if any? The answer: Living in dense, urban communities has it downsides and brick-wall views ...

If you live in a city, gazing out your window at a brick wall or weed-clogged vacant lot is not uncommon. Suburbanites, too, deal with ugly views—of car-strewn driveways or masonry walls. Anyone can, ...

While many people appreciate the look of exposed red brick, others are inclined to paint brick to ensure that the material better complements the rest of a given space. “I think having brick in its ...

I hear from many readers who have moved into a loft or otherwise transformed space and are puzzled by what to do with solid brick interior walls. These walls convey an aged, rustic style that can feel ...