They are our faithful companions, watchful guardians, and loyal partners--and of course, they have also been heroes. Bark your calendar, as we celebrate National Dog Day (Aug. 26) with stories of some of the most remarkable canine companions, soldiers, scientists, explorers, and more!

Houseplants can help clean the air, provide texture and color, and bring life and energy into your space. Producer, designer, and HGTV personality Laurie March gets her greenery on as she shares some tips and tricks for brightening up your room with plants in this edition of her column, "What's Out the Window".

The French door is at once historically significant and modernly purposeful. Designed to bring light to dark interior spaces in pre-electricty France, they were a design feature whose popularity has stood the test of time. Learn more about this versatile window-like door and see how you can use them in your own home.