Pros and Cons: 7 Kitchen and Bath Countertop MaterialsWe break down the benefits and costs of laminate, wood, concrete, stainless steel, engineered quartz, granite, and marble.
How Much Should You Spend on a Kitchen Faucet?Top designers give their advice about how to choose a stylish, functional faucet—and what it will cost.
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6 Essential Tips for Selecting the Perfect Dining Room LightingAdding a light fixture (or two) to your dining room is like putting the icing on a cake: it’s that final, special touch that can...
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...
7 Basic Types of Lighting Fixtures—and When to Use ThemFrom sconces and pendants to track lights, we illuminate the seven basic types of lighting fixtures.
6 Questions You Should Always Ask Before Hiring a General ContractorNever hire a builder or contractor without first asking these essential questions.
The 7 Main Roof Types—and What You Need to Know About ThemWhether it’s flat, gabled, butterfly, shed, gambrel, mansard, or hipped, the shape of a roof can have serious design and...
7 ADUs You Can Buy Right Now for Less Than $100,000Whether you need a guesthouse for Grandma or additional rental income, these dwellings starting at $26,000 provide extra space...
The Definitive Guide to Prefab Home Companies in Your StatePrefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.
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...
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.
Think Small With This Gigantic Guide to Tiny HomesDownsizing your life? Big benefits await.
How to Build a Floating ShelfSo you can take the perfect shelfie.
50 Brilliant Backsplash Ideas for Your Kitchen RenovationFrom “disco” tile to high-gloss glass, this parade of beautiful backsplashes will help you take your kitchen from average to...
24 Top-Tier Prefab Companies for Every Kind of Home BuyerGoing prefab? These companies make it a snap.
How to Pick the Perfect Rug for Your SpaceWe’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.
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.
55 Bright Ideas for Bedroom Ceiling LightingCreate a peaceful ambiance in your bedroom with these exemplary ceiling lighting designs.
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.
How to Choose the Right Vanity For Your BathroomThese seven tips will provide you with everything you need to know for selecting a new vanity that fits your space, style, and...
The Smartest Way to Buy Furniture OnlineAvoid unwanted surprises and dodge disappointment by following these six easy tips for buying furniture online.
Dwell On This: Edit Your Throw PillowsUnless you’re building a pillow fort, you only need a couple.
7 Smart ADUs and Additions That Cost as Little as $18KFrom a shingled studio in Minneapolis to a two-bedroom guesthouse in L.A., these backyard projects are something to emulate.
14 Backyard Landscape Designs That Need Minimal MaintenanceThese no-fuss landscaping ideas yield gardens that practically take care of themselves.
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.
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Dwell On This: Transform a Room With These Three Light SourcesLet there be light—a lot of it.
How to Build a Fire PitIt’s not summer without a backyard s’mores station.
Dwell On This: Debrand Your HomeIt’s like choosing an ad-free experience IRL.
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Make Over Your Home Office With These Game-Changing GoodsWe’ve gathered an assortment of work-from-home items that are as attractive as they are functional.
Interior Designer Lauren Geremia Shares Her Tips for a Bedroom RevampThe San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.
Experts Reveal the Top 10 Things to Consider Before Investing in a Fixer-UpperItching to take a crack at fixing up an old, run-down property? Read these renovation tips first.