Wood Guide Part II: How to Recognize 5 (More) Common Wood SpeciesIf you’ve dreamed of being able to recognize birch versus cedar or ash versus Douglas fir like a pro, look no further than this...
Lights Will Guide You HomeA harsh climate and a hillside site inform a Nova Scotia getaway’s regional accent.
An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of SkylightsA skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...
The Ultimate Guide to Frank Lloyd WrightFor everything you need to know about America’s most famous architect, consult this single archive of our top FLW coverage.
A Helpful Guide to Living Room LightingEven if your living area is endowed with ample natural daylight, it's imperative to think carefully about lighting to make sure...
The Complete Dwell Guide to Eames ShellspottingYeah, yeah: We know. Dwell homeowners love an Eames shell chair, and our readers love to point out just how much.
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So ValuableWe may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...
A DIY Cabin Brand Is Selling $99 A-Frame PlansThe appropriately named company, Den, gives you everything you need—from detailed drawings to code guidelines—to get started on...
The Starter Guide to Assembling Your Smart HomeHome automation expert and director of marketing at Leviton Greg Rhoades shares what to prepare, what to consider, and what to...
Garden Guide: The Difference Between Hardscape and SoftscapeYou’ve most likely heard of landscape before, but you may be less familiar with its two main components: hardscape and softscape.
Sourcing Guide for Modern Prefab Companies in Europe119 prefab builders made Dwell's annual list; now, check out some of their European counterparts in our roundup of prefab homes...
Graphic Design Guides an Apartment Renovation in Tel AvivKedem Shinar Design & Architecture borrows from the world of graphic design to update this 1960s unit.
Dwell’s Top 10 How-To Guides of 2018Ignite your creative, can-do spirit with this year’s most popular how-to guides.
A State-by-State Guide to Housing Measures on the 2020 BallotThese initiatives on state ballots will decide questions about rent control, property tax, and urban development.
An Insider's Guide to Palm Springs Modernism Week 2019If you haven't already marked your calendar—now's the time. Here’s how to make the most of Palm Springs Modernism Week.
A Design Lover’s Guide to Asheville, North CarolinaExperts in the local design scene reveal the quirky Appalachian city’s most inspiring stops.
Journey by Design: Sunrise Ruffalo’s Guide to the CatskillsThe design boutique owner shares her and husband Mark Ruffalo’s favorite haunts in the Catskills hamlet of Narrowsburg, New York.
These New Prefab Shipping Container Homes Can Be Built in Just 99 DaysProudly made in Mexico, these customizable container homes celebrate local design and environmentally friendly materials.
Dwell’s Ultimate Guide to All Things Spring CleaningWith the spring equinox just around the corner, it’s high time to clear out the dust and debris that have collected in your home...
Gift Guide: 11 Ways to Lift the Cocktail Lover's SpiritsFrom stocking stuffers to splurges, here's what to get the bar enthusiast.
Horse Stables and Art Guide the Look of This Modern Brick AbodeIn a Canadian forest, a brick gabled house features unexpected geometrically varied interiors.
Guide to Understanding Laser, Plasma, and Water-Jet Cutting in DesignLaser cutting and its fellow industrial cousins, plasma cutting and water-jet cutting, might sound inaccessible and intimidating,...
An Expert’s Guide to Choosing, Styling, and Cleaning a Moroccan RugRevival Rugs cofounder Ben Hyman shares his expertise on the different types of Moroccan rugs—and how to show them love once...
Space and Storage Needs Guide the Expansion of a Cottage North of San FranciscoA family finds a place for everything as they expand their cramped Mill Valley home.
A Guide to Shou Sugi Ban and 8 Homes Featuring the Japanese TechniqueThe ancient Japanese technique of shou sugi ban was traditionally used to protect wood by charring it and leaving behind a thick...
Journey by Design: A Local’s Guide to Venice During the 2017 BiennaleFollow us as we share insights and tips on how to eat, sightsee, and speak like a Venetian during this year's Biennale.
A Hudson Valley Home’s Renovation Is Guided by Its Best Midcentury FeatureHigh on the east bank of New York's Hudson River, a special midcentury home receives a stunning renovation inspired by the...
Dwell’s Holiday Gift Guides Are Perfect for Everyone on Your Nice ListWe made our lists, and we checked them twice: These are our top presents to give your loved ones this season.
Dwell’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide Covers Everyone on Your ListWe’ve picked hundreds of gifts that are sure the please the cooks, kids, parents, adventurers, bibliophiles, design fans, and fur...
Designer Emily Henderson’s Simple Guide to Styling Your Home for ThanksgivingExpert stylist Emily Henderson teaches us how to properly set the scene for a Thanksgiving feast.
Dwell’s Holiday Gift Guides Are a One-Stop Shop for Everyone on Your Nice ListFrom stocking stuffers to surprises for the one who has it all, these ideas take the headache out of searching for the perfect...
Interior Designer Andee Hess’s Gift Guide Has Something for Everyone on Your Nice ListThe Portland native suggests quirky gifts by fellow creatives in her hometown, like velvet-and-wool circle pillows or a Bermuda...
A Quick Guide to New York’s Hudson Yards, the $25 Billion Mini-City Opening TodayImpressive, edgy—and yes, Instagram-worthy—here are the highlights of the sprawling, multipurpose campus opening in Manhattan...
Activist Designers: Design 99Gina Reichert, an architectural designer, and her husband, artist Mitch Cope, are the duo behind Design 99, an organization in...
Nontoxic Housecleaning GuideI'll confess it now: I still buy and use all those household cleaning beasties that I know I shouldn't like Windex, Formula 409...
A Design Lover’s Guide to the Perfect Day in Asheville, North CarolinaA group of local designers and sculptors guide us through the ultimate day in this architecturally diverse, creative mecca.