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How to Choose the Right Type of Kitchen SinkRead on for all the pros and cons to keep in mind for an educated decision about installing a kitchen sink.
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.
The Beginner’s Guide to Propagating HouseplantsWant to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.
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Think Small With This Gigantic Guide to Tiny HomesDownsizing your life? Big benefits await.
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Interior Designer Lauren Geremia Shares Her Tips for a Bedroom RevampThe San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.
The Essential Guide to Shipping Container Home DesignFrom preliminary guides, to lists of trusted companies, to exemplary floor plans, these resources will get you started on your...
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5 Vital Tips for Sticking to Your Renovation BudgetKeep things from getting out of hand with these insider tips.
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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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.
Guide to the 5 Main Window Types You Should KnowDespite its humble origin as a mere unglazed hole in a wall or ceiling, the window today has evolved to be one of the most...
The Eco-Friendly Guide to Upgrading an Existing HomeThe greenest home is the one you already have.
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.
How Much Should You Spend on a Wall Sconce?Wall sconces are versatile, space-saving fixtures that can act as functional art in the home.
How to Make Your Powder Room Look Absolutely Dynamite, According to the ExpertsThe small-but-mighty powder room is an opportunity to take design risks and flex your creative muscles.
10 Design Tips for Kitchens, According to Expert RenovatorsFrom design concept to installation, these 10 tips will guide you through your next kitchen remodel.
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How Much Should You Spend on Dinnerware?Whether it be earthy stoneware or durable enamel, here’s how to select—and budget for—a tasteful setting.
The Best Scandinavian-Inspired Paint Colors for Your Home, According to ExpertsFrom traditional Falu red to buttercup yellows, these hues recall Nordic landscapes.