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Tracing the History of Boulder Crest, a Storied—and on the Market—Altadena Home
Rumors of a secret Frank Lloyd Wright provenance. Stonework that survived a 1930s fire.
What Does the L.A. Midcentury Dream House Look Like in the Age of Fire?
California’s particular brand of indoor/outdoor living has captured our imagination for more than 50 years.
An 11-Year-Old Angeleno Turns His Family’s Yard Into a Graywater Garden
Native California plants abound in this tiny oasis designed to maximize diversity.
I Bought My First Home in L.A.’s Red-Hot Housing Market. It Was a Whirlwind
Even though my wife and I had the financial means, know-how, and a trusted agent, the road to becoming first-time homeowners in...
How to Kill Your Lawn and Help the Planet
Old-school, mowed-grass landscaping is so passé—and horrible for the environment. Swap your turf for something better.
This Eco-Friendly Lawn in Arizona Mimics a Natural Stream Overflow
Landscape designers and eco-hydrology specialists at EcoSense utilized a passive rainwater harvesting design and underground clay...
This Floridian Designer Overcame Neighborhood Restrictions for a “Lawn-like” Look
Master gardener Steve Turnipseed turned to untraditional ground coverings while incorporating over 100 native Floridian plant...
This Closed-Loop Design on Long Island Provides a Formula for an Eco-Friendly Lawn
The surrounding wetlands inspired a low-maintenance yard complemented by native plants and a surprising lawn.
Check Out This Re-Wilded Suburban Home in Lincoln, Nebraska
Homeowner and landscape designer Benjamin Vogt is slowly helping to re-prairie suburbia through his activism and horticulture...
This Sensational Los Angeles Garden Was Built for the Pollinators
Hear expert advice for seeking out a variety of drought-tolerant plants that can thrive while welcoming butterflies and...
Ditch the “Grow-Mow-Blow” Mentality of Lawn Care With These Expert Tips
A Bay Area landscape designer brings this philosophy to life in the hills of drought- and fire-plagued California.
How a Los Angeles Landscape Architecture Firm Is Reclaiming a Hillside for Native Plants
Terremoto is spearheading an experimental grassroots project to transform a neglected patch of public land with native species.
TikTok Phenom Jon Kung on Why They Love Induction Over Gas
One of the Internet’s favorite chefs makes the case for putting out the flame—and shares one of their favorite new recipes.
Dwell On This: Better Your Airflow for a Cooler Home
Before you crank the AC, try these tactics first.
Dwell On This: What You Should Have in Your Home Tool Kit
Let’s get to the nuts and bolts, shall we?
Dwell On This: Decorate That Awkward Corner
From waste of space to good-lookin’ nook.
Dwell On This: Streamline Your Multipurpose Room
Is that office setup on your dining room table really working?
Dwell On This: Not Everything Needs to Match
Antique rug, meet postmodern chair.
Dwell On This: Dress Up Your Windows With Drapery
More substantial than curtains, these give your home the star treatment.
Dwell On This: Make Room for Meditation
Create a restorative space for the ultimate “me time.”
Dwell On This: Organize Your Junk Drawer
Out of sight, out of mind doesn’t apply here anymore.
Dwell On This: Float Your Furniture
That statement sofa wasn’t meant to be a wallflower.
Dwell On This: Layer Your Rugs
When a single covering won’t cut it, bring in another for a boost of color, pattern, and texture.
Dwell On This: Knock Out These Storage Hacks This Weekend
These quick, easy ways to clear clutter will have you wondering why you didn’t do them sooner.
Dwell On This: Rise Above Your Recessed Lighting
Can lights can be mood killers, but there are ways to mellow them out.
Dwell On This: Soundproof Your Bedroom
To stop tossing and turning, you have to tune out the noise.
Dwell on This: How to Actually Organize Your Closet
Let’s just say, there’s room for improvement.
Dwell on This: Spring-Clean Your Indoor Air Quality
Fling open those windows and get proactive about busting dust and allergens.
Dwell on This: Get Your Cords Under Control
That snarl of wires under your desk is calling for cable management.
Dwell On This: Level Up Your Cabinet Hardware
From kitchen cabinets to bedroom dressers, your furniture could benefit from some sprucing up.
Dwell on This: Upgrade Your Entryway
Step into a comfortable, clutter-free zone as soon as you enter the front door.
Dwell on This: It’s Time to Mount Your Television
Hang your flat screen on the wall to instantly upgrade your home theater.
Dwell On This: Wallpaper Isn’t Just for Walls
If the idea of committing to a full room of wallpaper seems daunting, try this on for size.
Dwell On This: Make Your Bedroom a Device-Free Zone
Don’t be held captive by screens in your own sanctuary.
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