Along my journey as a lifestyle editor, I’ve gotten to speak to a lot of people who really love their homes. And you know what they all have in common? It’s not wealth, or DIY skills, or any sort of design cred. They love their homes because they love working on their homes. Dream homes are built with focus and intention. Knowing what you want and working every day — even in minuscule efforts — to make your space a place you enjoy living.