Favorite Reads At Home Features

Waterproof

Gardening without watering — in this climate? Architect Susan Neely proves it’s not only possible but also easy.

Lili LeGardeur

Detail-oriented

Whatever your budget, there are many options in this city for architectural antiques, so skip the big-box stores and find something that will make your home stand out.

Laura Claverie

The ultimate New Orleans resource directory

Sarah Ravits and Nicole Wroten

The old charm of the French Quarter

Not just for tourists

Angela Mequet Carll

Renovating smart

Depending on your location, location, location, appropriate renovations can bring big returns when you sell your home.

Peter Reichard

Do-it-yourself done right

Young homeowners Ian and Amanda Smithson took a chance in post-Katrina New Orleans — and honed their home-building skills along the way.

Sarah Ravits

House of spirits

The essence of New Orleans style in the Faubourg Marigny home of Lloyd Sensat and Eugene Cizek

Kerri McCaffety

Small wonder

For those lucky enough to have them, second homes are the perfect summer retreat.

Lee Cutrone

A lot of yacht

For those lucky enough to have them, second homes are the perfect summer retreat.

Lee Cutrone

Rear view

This Metairie home incorporates the back yard into the living space

Bonnie Warren