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

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

Antique rug, meet postmodern chair.

Don’t just default to a gallery wall.

These no-fuss landscaping ideas yield gardens that practically take care of themselves.

You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

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

From design concept to installation, these 10 tips will guide you through your next kitchen remodel.

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

It’s a common desire to have as much natural light in your home as possible—but it’s not always that easy to achieve.

At a time when stress levels are rising, adding a touch of greenery to the bathroom can elevate both your space and your mood.

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

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

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

So you can take the perfect shelfie.

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

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

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

Dreaming of your own veggie garden, but not sure where to start? Here’s how to sprout vegetable seedlings right on your...

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

From fabric choices to pleating, interior designers break down how to select the ideal curtains—and how much you should budget.

Peek inside some of our favorite designers’ home offices, and get their tips for creating a successful WFH setup (or mindset) of...

We bring you the long and short (and round) of the typical shapes that tiles come in.

We asked a designer for some colorful options—and she found a hue for you, whether it’s greige, chartreuse, or something in...

It’s been painted as one of the easier home design refreshes you can make. My takeaway? Call a professional.

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

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

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

When you and your partner just can’t agree on what color to paint the walls, treating your conversations like therapy can help...

If your home is starting to feel blah and you can’t figure out why, it might be what’s hanging on your walls.

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

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

Yes, removable is the easy way out.

Figuring out where to punch a hole in your roof can seem daunting, but these architects have plenty of ideas, whether you’re...

Is that a cockroach or a water bug or neither? (And more importantly, how do I get rid of it?)