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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

It’s easy to buy into the hype around shipping container homes, but there are some fundamentals you should know before going all...

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

You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

From preliminary guides, to lists of trusted companies, to exemplary floor plans, these resources will get you started on your...

Interior design photographers Lauren Pressey, Amy Bartlam, and Tessa Neustadt teach you how to prepare for—and execute—a flawless...

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

It’s not a screened in porch, and it’s not a covered deck—get the glory of the outdoors, but mostly inside.

There’s a reason people have been customizing the Swedish meatball purveyor’s furniture for decades.

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

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.

Expanding the footprint of your house might seem like a smaller project, but planning-wise, it’s as intense as doing a full reno.

Here are a few of our all-time tips on buying and selling your own modern dwelling.

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

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

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

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

Top designers give their advice about how to choose a stylish, functional faucet—and what it will cost.

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

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

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

Adding a light fixture (or two) to your dining room is like putting the icing on a cake: it’s that final, special touch that can...

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

From kitchen cabinets to bedroom dressers, your furniture could benefit from some sprucing up.

Hint: layered lighting can work wonders.

We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.

From traditional Falu red to buttercup yellows, these hues recall Nordic landscapes.

Here’s why you should upgrade your porcelain throne with a pampering washlet or bidet.

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

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

Whether it be earthy stoneware or durable enamel, here’s how to select—and budget for—a tasteful setting.

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

Emily Henderson, Bobby Berk, and Katie Hodges give their expert advice on what you need to know when considering color, design,...