Dear James: I like the openness of a high ceiling. Is it possible to remove some roof trusses to convert part of the ceiling to a high, sloped one or would it be too weak? — Gail V. Dear Gail: ...

Dear James: I think our small living room would seem larger and more open with a sloped ceiling and a skylight. Can I change the flat ceiling to high sloped one? -- Kathy J. Dear Kathy: Increasing the ...

Steeply sloped roofs and rustic interiors are charming, but decorating can be difficult when you only have two to three full-size walls for tall furniture and hanging art. How do you make it work when ...