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

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

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

Trade in those warped doors and stained shelves for a crisp new look.

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

The greenest home is the one you already have.

The appeal of a prefab house is clear, but the process of getting one is not.

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

Buying a property is one of the biggest purchases you can make.

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

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

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Japanese and Scandinavian influences come together to produce a look that’s serene, organic, and refined.

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

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

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

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

From a shingled studio in Minneapolis to a two-bedroom guesthouse in L.A., these backyard projects are something to emulate.

When you’re not ready for an overhaul but still want to spruce up your space, sometimes changing one or two things can be...

You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

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

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...

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

From “disco” tile to high-gloss glass, this parade of beautiful backsplashes will help you take your kitchen from average to...

Unless you’re building a pillow fort, you only need a couple.

A recent NASA study found that houseplants can remove up to 87 percent of air toxins within 24 hours, while other studies have...

You’ve heard the phrase “work smarter, not harder.” Here are quick, easy smart-home improvements you can knock out in one weekend.

If you’re designing or remodeling your bathroom, check out these out-of-the-box storage ideas your friends will want to copy.

Plus, six recently released sofas that match rounded rectangular shapes with rich hues.

Let there be light—a lot of it.

Hint: layered lighting can work wonders.