Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

Prefab is part of Dwell’s DNA—build a better future with our veritable tome of all things prefab.

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What does or does not count as a tiny house has as much to do with class as it does with the structure itself.

Read on if you want to sound like a pro at identifying some of the most common species of wood.

Want to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.

After an unprecedented year of earthquakes, hurricanes, and fires, a bright light has been shed on the benefits of building with...

Though tile can be found everywhere these days, it's hard to distinguish the difference between ceramic and porcelain and where...

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The greenest home is the one you already have.

Prefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.

Creating and maintaining your own edible garden is easier than you think. Here’s how to get started growing your own greens.

Dreaming of your own veggie garden, but not sure where to start? Here’s how to sprout vegetable seedlings right on your...

We break down the benefits and costs of laminate, wood, concrete, stainless steel, engineered quartz, granite, and marble.

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It’s simple to make lasting changes to your home, wardrobe, and everyday life that are kind to the planet.

Despite its humble origin as a mere unglazed hole in a wall or ceiling, the window today has evolved to be one of the most...

Although the origins of terrazzo go back to ancient Egypt, the material as we know it today was developed by builders in Venice,...

If you’ve gotten the spring cleaning fever, put that newfound energy into good use with this ultimate eight-step guide.

From sconces and pendants to track lights, we illuminate the seven basic types of lighting fixtures.

From handles and hinges to latches and catches, here's what you need to know about the different kinds of modern kitchen cabinet...

Owners and tenants of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) share key insights about how to navigate the unique living experience.

Big dreams of downsizing? Check out these affordable tiny homes.

Whether it’s flat, gabled, butterfly, shed, gambrel, mansard, or hipped, the shape of a roof can have serious design and...

Whether you need a guesthouse for Grandma or additional rental income, these dwellings starting at $26,000 provide extra space...

Feeling cooped up and stressed out? Here are some essential tips from designers and builders of small spaces.

When Andrew and Emmye Cahn bought a partially subterranean house dubbed “the Hobbitat,” they had to figure out how to update it...

The Californian designer shows us how to spruce up a utilitarian space.

From backsplashes to built-ins, or the best knife sets to even better cooktops, these resources will help guide you on your...

The San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.

So you can take the perfect shelfie.

Whether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.

We’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.

The small-but-mighty powder room is an opportunity to take design risks and flex your creative muscles.

From design concept to installation, these 10 tips will guide you through your next kitchen remodel.

Create a peaceful ambiance in your bedroom with these exemplary ceiling lighting designs.