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.

Construction Diary: Two Friends Dream Up a Cabin-Like Home on a Tricky Lot Split by a Stream
Designer Lisa Carolla draws inspiration from Sea Ranch and Scandinavia as she fits a family home on a forested site in Asheville,...
There’s More Deck Than Interior at This Prefab Cabin in Colorado
A sauna and outdoor shower emphasize the benefits of national park living at this tiny retreat by ELMNTL.
Go-Box Makes Super-Portable Tiny Homes Inspired by #VanLife
From a 140-square-foot office to a larger unit with a kitchenette and bathroom, the prefabs emphasize flexibility for whatever...
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.