Designer Isabel Schultz renovated a lakefront home in Evanston, Illinois, for her empty-nester clients, bringing in rich colors and patterns while honoring the property.

There's something deeply unsettling about walking through rooms that once echoed with laughter but now just echo. For millions of parents across America, the departure of their children hasn't just ...

The day a child leaves home can be bittersweet for parents. Although a son or daughter being successful and mature enough to move on to new opportunities can be a source of pride, parents typically ...

For years, the empty nest marked a moment of downsizing. Children moved out, square footage felt excessive, and the logical next step was to sell. That assumption no longer holds for many affluent ...

As children leave, parents are embracing new ways of living—without moving. Three design approaches to consider for what ...

Shortly after the holiday season, home renovations are often on the horizon in the new year ahead. For inspiration, here are three creative empty-nester remodels from Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Justine Martin, a single mom in Geelong, Australia. It has been edited for length and clarity. Ten years ago, my last child left home at 17.

Elaine Hamat and Murray Cruchley’s apartment has charming architecture, custom furniture and even a wood-burning fireplace ...