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

All you need is an afternoon, some outdoor space, and this handy guide.

Hang your flat screen on the wall to instantly upgrade your home theater.

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

Top designers dish on the best countertop materials for your kitchen—and their attendant price tags.

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

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

It’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.

Accessory dwelling units help the city meet its density goals and extend housing options—but only after striking a...

Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a duvet cover or insert—and what it should ultimately cost.

Our experts advise on choosing an area rug by pile, construction, size, and placement—and how much it’ll cost.

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

Embodied energy, gray water, black water, carbon footprint—the list of sustainable design terms goes on and on, and we're here to...

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

A new pilot program by the city to add housing has yet to catch on—but that could soon change.

Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a living room sofa—and what it should ultimately cost.

Top designers explain the nuts and bolts of choosing door hardware at different price points.

From bespoke to builder-grade, the options are endless—and often expensive.

“The ugliest house on the street” got a refresh for just $25,000 and a good eye for a bargain.

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Colorado has faced epidemic levels of bark beetles.

Even if you live in a cave, there’s a way to give your plants the light they need to live.

Before you bust out the rock salt, consider some earth-friendly alternatives like a broom, wood chips, or even pickle brine.

Indoor plants need a little more than water, light, and love. Here’s what you can do to help yours thrive.

Brooklyn design duo Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon emphasize fun and fearlessness when it comes to tackling any home project,...

Michael Taylor is on a one-man mission to preserve and restore bathrooms of yore, one baby-blue tile at a time.

For Leah and Bea Koch, renovating the East Coast iteration of their bookstore was a labor of love.

This decidedly unsexy piece of home technology is an investment—but it’s a worthy one that’ll save you money for years to come.

Choreographer Angela Trimbur offers tips for how to designate a personal creative space within your home.

Go easy on the hot dogs, keep the beverages inside, and don't get the party started until the late afternoon.

“Baby Geniuses” podcast host Emily Heller's bountiful backyard grew from a few raised beds, hard work, and some mistakes along...

Also known as one of the world’s oldest textiles, linen is taking the spotlight in home decor.

Patience and knowing what you like (and where to find it) will go a long way in exploring the wide world of vintage and antique...

Put your gift-giving budget to good use—and spruce up your home.

In short: money.

Get over yourself (if you need to) and get a tree that will last you a lifetime.