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

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

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

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

We’ve gathered an assortment of work-from-home items that are as attractive as they are functional.

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

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

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You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

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

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

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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.

When I wanted a wardrobe that could do double duty as a bed frame and more, I went custom—with some assistance from an expert.

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

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

You know to cut back on “unnecessary expenses,” but here are the tips that you may have missed.

Most last about a decade, but there are ways to prolong their lifespans.

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.

If financial, mental, or social obstacles are keeping you from buying your first home, here’s how to get past them.

Always have a contingency and take it slow—it’s a marathon, not a sprint.

Most heating and cooling issues are predictable. Here’s how you can prepare for the worst.

Clear out the clutter and reclaim your wasted space.

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Three emerging NYC-based collectors share how they’re breaking into the art-buying world.

Columns, colonnades and pillars are back in style (again).

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