Use this as a guide to finding the right architect for your new home or renovation—and what to expect during the process.

These expert insights will help you navigate the dos and don’ts of the remodel process.

Architect Cary Bernstein gives constructive advice: know what you want, who you're working with, and how much you can spend.

Read this before you embark on a project working alongside a contractor and an architect.

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

Hint: layered lighting can work wonders.

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

You’re surveying your yard with trepidation, wondering: Can I actually design this myself?

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

Here's what you need to know before undergoing a building project with a contractor but no architect.

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

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

It’s not summer without a backyard s’mores station.

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

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

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

So you can take the perfect shelfie.

The budget-friendly and versatile material is a popular choice for good reason.

Itching to take a crack at fixing up an old, run-down property? Read these renovation tips first.

Never hire a builder or contractor without first asking these essential questions.

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

From defining the scope of work to knowing when to compromise, here's what you need to know about working with an interior...

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...

Avoid unwanted surprises and dodge disappointment by following these six easy tips for buying furniture online.

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

Designer Joyce Downing Pickens of JDP Interiors knows that a neutral palette can be boring when done wrong.

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

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

The greenest home is the one you already have.

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

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

Wall sconces are versatile, space-saving fixtures that can act as functional art in the home.

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