Top designers give their advice about how to choose a stylish, functional faucet—and what it will cost.

We break down the benefits and costs of laminate, wood, concrete, stainless steel, engineered quartz, granite, and marble.

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From sconces and pendants to track lights, we illuminate the seven basic types of lighting fixtures.

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Prefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.

So you can take the perfect shelfie.

Whether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

We’ve gathered an assortment of work-from-home items that are as attractive as they are functional.

From “disco” tile to high-gloss glass, this parade of beautiful backsplashes will help you take your kitchen from average to...

We’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.

The Californian designer shows us how to spruce up a utilitarian space.

Create a peaceful ambiance in your bedroom with these exemplary ceiling lighting designs.

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

If you’ve gotten the spring cleaning fever, put that newfound energy into good use with this ultimate eight-step guide.

Find out how to determine whether a home has “good bones.”

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Prefab is part of Dwell’s DNA—build a better future with our veritable tome of all things prefab.

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Avoid unwanted surprises and dodge disappointment by following these six easy tips for buying furniture online.

From a shingled studio in Minneapolis to a two-bedroom guesthouse in L.A., these backyard projects are something to emulate.

Unless you’re building a pillow fort, you only need a couple.

Let there be light—a lot of it.

A recent NASA study found that houseplants can remove up to 87 percent of air toxins within 24 hours, while other studies have...

These no-fuss landscaping ideas yield gardens that practically take care of themselves.

Wall sconces are versatile, space-saving fixtures that can act as functional art in the home.

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Accessory dwelling units help the city meet its density goals and extend housing options—but only after striking a...

We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.

Our experts advise on choosing an area rug by pile, construction, size, and placement—and how much it’ll cost.

It’s not summer without a backyard s’mores station.

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Peek inside some of our favorite designers’ home offices, and get their tips for creating a successful WFH setup (or mindset) of...

A new pilot program by the city to add housing has yet to catch on—but that could soon change.