Tech Talk: 4 Smart-Home Upgrades You Can Make in a WeekendYou’ve heard the phrase “work smarter, not harder.” Here are quick, easy smart-home improvements you can knock out in one weekend.
The Definitive Guide to Prefab Home Companies in Your StatePrefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.
How to Create the Best Home Office for Your Living SituationWhether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.
24 Top-Tier Prefab Companies for Every Kind of Home BuyerGoing prefab? These companies make it a snap.
The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need for Spring CleaningIf you’ve gotten the spring cleaning fever, put that newfound energy into good use with this ultimate eight-step guide.
7 Big Lessons to Learn From Tiny Home DesignAcclaimed for being sustainable, affordable, and adorable residences, tiny homes are also superb teachers when it comes to...
5 Essential Design Tools to Visualize Your Next ProjectConsider these five design tools the next time you’re embarking on a new design project.
The Smartest Way to Buy Furniture OnlineAvoid unwanted surprises and dodge disappointment by following these six easy tips for buying furniture online.
What’s the Most Overlooked Feature When Planning a Kitchen Renovation?We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.
Building 101: How to Work With an Interior DesignerFrom defining the scope of work to knowing when to compromise, here's what you need to know about working with an interior...
Breathe Easy With These Tried-and-True Solutions for Indoor Air PollutionIt’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.
Architects Share Helpful Tips From Their Own Home RenovationsThese expert insights will help you navigate the dos and don’ts of the remodel process.
Thinking About Building a Prefab Home? Here’s What You Need to KnowThe appeal of a prefab house is clear, but the process of getting one is not.
The Ultimate Guide to Prefab: 65 Resources by Location, Construction, and PricePrefab is part of Dwell’s DNA—build a better future with our veritable tome of all things prefab.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About KitchensFrom backsplashes to built-ins, or the best knife sets to even better cooktops, these resources will help guide you on your...
Everything You Need to Know About Building an ADU in ChicagoA new pilot program by the city to add housing has yet to catch on—but that could soon change.
Get A Grip: A Practical Guide to Choosing Modern Kitchen Cabinet HardwareFrom handles and hinges to latches and catches, here's what you need to know about the different kinds of modern kitchen cabinet...
How Much Should You Spend on Door Hardware?Top designers explain the nuts and bolts of choosing door hardware at different price points.
How a Designer Created a Jungle-Themed Barscape for Less Than $4,000An awkward, unused space is transformed into something functional and beautiful with just a portion of what a full bar would cost.
Tile Talk: 5 Most Popular Shapes and How to Use ThemWe bring you the long and short (and round) of the typical shapes that tiles come in.
Need a Change? Rearrange Your ArtIf your home is starting to feel blah and you can’t figure out why, it might be what’s hanging on your walls.
You—Yes, You—Can Build This Simple Stool in a WeekendBuilder Jeff Waldman’s take on a Bauhaus-inspired stool is a surprisingly doable DIY for the novice woodworker.
Your HVAC Is Kaput. Should You Recharge or Replace?Most heating and cooling issues are predictable. Here’s how you can prepare for the worst.
How to Turn a Junk Room Into a Breakfast NookClear out the clutter and reclaim your wasted space.
When to Take Advantage of Tax Credits for Home Improvement ProjectsBy making certain home improvements, you could cut a few thousand dollars off next year’s tax bill—but you might be able to save...
Sick of That Instagram-Famous Couch? Learn How to Shop OldPatience and knowing what you like (and where to find it) will go a long way in exploring the wide world of vintage and antique...
How to Get Into Scented CandlesThe market is fully saturated with smells. Here's how to find one that works for you.
Holiday Decorating Advice From Someone Who Loves Martha But Unfortunately Will Never Be HerAre you into seasonal cheer but have no idea where to start? Let’s talk about it.
How to Keep Your Plants (and Pets) Alive and WellCome for plant survival tips, and stay for solid advice on how to kill your plant pests.
How I Threw a DIY, At-Home Farm WeddingWithout (completely) losing my sanity.
Everything You Need to Know About Linen, Your New Favorite FabricAlso known as one of the world’s oldest textiles, linen is taking the spotlight in home decor.
How to Start Collecting Art for the HomeThree emerging NYC-based collectors share how they’re breaking into the art-buying world.