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Articles

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  101 Renovation

  The agony and ecstasy of home renovations, featuring case studies, caveats, and true confessions.

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  Before You Renovate

  Finding the perfect home sometimes means creating it. Renovation can require as much effort in the planning as in the execution so you’ll need some patience—and you should arm yourself…

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  Park Street Renovation

  The renovation of Katie and John Eller's Park Street Residence in the Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco began with a referral from a friend: "She said, 'I want your architect and…

Product

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  Adaptable Dining Table

  By TAF Architects for Muuto. Mixing and matching might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re deciding on a dining table, but Muuto’s mutable options allow for a fully…

Dwell Collection

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  A Look at Kitchen Renovations

  A collection of some of our favorite kitchen renovations from our archives.

Tips

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  Stick Around during a Renovation

  I learned during our kitchen renovation that it really is a full-time job. If you want it done right and according to your vision, and not that of your contractor, be available. Make sure every…

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  Reuse, Recycle and Replenish

  Reusing material is the least expensive and most creative way to reduce the environmental impact of your building project. The best sources are usually nonprofit reuse stores like Habitat for…

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  How to Rehab an Ugly Concrete Patio

  If you already have a concrete patio or sidewalk, you can update the space simply by laying brick pavers over the old surface. There are a number of advantages to doing it this way. The biggest is…

Event

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  Preserving 20th-Century Modernism Lecture

  With its emphasis on experimental materials and construction techniques, mid-century modern architecture often poses enormous challenges for owners, developers, and preservationists. Join Andrew S…