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The owners considered a few options, including an addition that seemed like an overly expensive endeavor and a makeshift office in the guest room, which worked fine enough for one. But when Longchamps and their contractor at Freedom General Services came along, they saw potential in overhauling an entirely different problem area in their home to solve this issue, making for the possibility of a win-win renovation. “The old laundry room was a classic early ’90s design....

She was hired by a young couple with three children who had recently relocated from the Midwest to Silver Lake, an area known for its ties to Hollywood. “They moved here because the husband is a writer and showrunner, and the wife is a psychotherapist,” Eisenberg says. “Since they left their families, they often have longterm visits by their respective parents.” The couple wanted an enclave where their guests would get some privacy throughout their stay, but there was no way to make that happen within the original layout of their home....

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When You’re Shopping the Freezer Aisle The Perks Lots of variety; low prices; less chance of waste, since the fish won’t go bad in your fridge (not sustainable!); and the ability to learn about the product’s origins on the label How to Choose the Good Stuff Look for the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), or Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) logo on the packaging (see “Sustainability Shortcut,” below). These organizations vet fisheries, and their stamps of approval indicate that the seafood came from a sustainable source....

If I could describe the Halluci slippers in one sentence, I’d say they feel like actual clouds on your feet. Not too hard, not too soft, but just right. The memory foam sole is plush enough to make my feet feel relaxed, but still firm enough that it offers ample support. Plus, the slippers have EVA outsoles (the same rubber-like material typically used on sneakers), so the bottoms are waterproof and anti-slip—perfect for stepping outside and grabbing my delivery orders throughout the day....

To find the best recliners, we researched dozens of options and narrowed down our picks based on both style and technical details. We also considered factors such as the mechanism for reclining and the type of base (like a glider or a rocker). For expert input on the benefits of sitting in a recliner, we spoke to Rosmy Barrios, MD, medical advisor for HealthReporter, and Brynna Connor, MD, a healthcare ambassador for NorthWestPharmacy....

The start of this month is marked with the opportunity to shop for coveted makeup products and beauty tools at prices you can’t beat. Prepare your beauty arsenal for those upcoming holiday parties by picking up Urban Decay’s top-selling Naked2 Basics Eyeshadow Palette for just $22, or indulge in some much-needed self-care with a rejuvenating mask treatment using Foreo’s UFO Mini LED device while saving 40 percent. We get it; not every sale is worth your time, so we did the legwork and sifted through thousands of under-the-radar deals to find the most stand-out offers in the beauty department that are worth every penny....

To find the best robot vacuums for carpets, we tested 31 models in our Lab and at home, evaluating them on effectiveness, maneuverability, features, and more. Our tests involved scattering pet and human hair, Cheerios, sand, and more on the floor to see how well each robot vacuum worked on carpets and hard surfaces. We also spoke to three experts—Jennifer Rodriguez, chief hygiene officer at Pro Housekeepers; Kevin Huang, founder and CEO of Ambient Home; and Robert Johnson, marketing director at Coast Appliances—for tips on how to choose a robot vacuum for carpets....

She wore the boots twice. I suspect they just weren’t that comfortable for the uphill walk from her subway stop to her school, or maybe she realized her old pair of Adidas matched more of her outfits, but I was mighty pissed off that her splurge boots were now just taking up floor space in her closet. I felt the same way about the dress she’d worn to one party and never again, and several sweaters that were bulging out of her dresser drawer while she wore the same hoodie to school every day....

Editor-Loved Labor Day Sales Milumia Women’s Button Up Maxi Dress, $40 (was $46) Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Soy Pumpkin Candle, $14 (was $17) L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara Two-Pack, $15 (was $20) Olay Regenerist Retinol Night Cream Moisturizer, $39 (was $47) Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Cleaning Pads, $7 (was $10) Urban Villa Highly Absorbent Kitchen Towels Three-Pack, $15 (was $17) Exfoliating Shower Gloves Six-Pack, $8 with coupon (was $9) D-Line Cord Cable Organizer Concealer Box, $24 (was $27) Reebok Women’s Classic Harman Run Sneaker, $55 (was $65)...

To help make things a little bit easier, we came up with tutorials to help you determine how to apply eye makeup. Each three-step tutorial features a basic look, but you can swap in darker shadows, add fake lashes, or layer on mascara for a more dramatic and party-ready style. Once you master these, you’ll be set for the holidays—and every day. How to determine your eye shape Before learning the best techniques for your eye shape, you need to know how to determine your eye shape....

Here’s how to perk up your frozen pizza before you pop it into the oven: Transform it into Cacio e Pepe. Top a white pie with finely grated pecorino cheese and lots of freshly ground black pepper. Make pizza A La Vodka. Drizzle a classic cheese pie with jarred vodka sauce and top with shaved Parmesan. Top it with krispy kale. Dress a few handfuls of torn curly kale with olive oil, salt, and pepper and place atop a white pie....

When shopping for value, Consumer Reports recommends comparing costs by the number of square feet per package, factoring in you’ll likely use less sheets with multi-ply rather than single ply. But don’t assume comfort increases with the count; most claims of “ultra-strong” or “extra-soft” are null, as are sizes like “jumbo” or “mega-sized.” Bulk packaging doesn’t always imply a better deal, so study the price-per-roll sticker at supermarkets or whip out your phone calculator to ensure there’s actually a bargain....