Kelly Dawson is a writer in Los Angeles who has been contributing to Dwell's print and online publications since 2015. Follow her on Instagram @kellydawsonwrites.

Before & After: This Accessible Catskills Retreat Brings Together Three Generations of Family
Designer Fauzia Khanani of Studio For revises a ’70s ranch house to provide independence for the homeowners’ daughter, who uses a...
Cosmic Buildings’s $279K Tiny Home Recycles Water and Generates Its Own Solar Power
The 380-square-foot prefab is equipped to go in your backyard or completely off-grid.
Construction Diary: In the Mojave Desert, a First-Time Builder Takes On a Tricky Prefab Home
Assuming the role of contractor, Julie Park works through trials and tribulations to construct a Blue Sky house with a complex...
How to Replace Your Kitchen Cabinets
Trade in those warped doors and stained shelves for a crisp new look.
6 Simple Ways to Boost Your Bathroom With Plant Power
At a time when stress levels are rising, adding a touch of greenery to the bathroom can elevate both your space and your mood.
Here’s the Secret to Making a Neutral Palette Pop in Your Home
Designer Joyce Downing Pickens of JDP Interiors knows that a neutral palette can be boring when done wrong.