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...
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...
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24 Top-Tier Prefab Companies for Every Kind of Home BuyerGoing prefab? These companies make it a snap.
Think Small With This Gigantic Guide to Tiny HomesDownsizing your life? Big benefits await.
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.
Building 101: How to Navigate the Architect-Contractor-Client RelationshipArchitect Cary Bernstein gives constructive advice: know what you want, who you're working with, and how much you can spend.
14 Backyard Landscape Designs That Need Minimal MaintenanceThese no-fuss landscaping ideas yield gardens that practically take care of themselves.
55 Bright Ideas for Bedroom Ceiling LightingCreate a peaceful ambiance in your bedroom with these exemplary ceiling lighting designs.
10 Critical Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a HomeBuying a property is one of the biggest purchases you can make.
How Much Should You Spend on a Living Room Sofa?Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a living room sofa—and what it should ultimately cost.
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.
How Much Should You Spend on Curtains?From fabric choices to pleating, interior designers break down how to select the ideal curtains—and how much you should budget.
We Asked 13 Designers to Share Their Work-From-Home Setups and TipsPeek inside some of our favorite designers’ home offices, and get their tips for creating a successful WFH setup (or mindset) of...
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.
Every Possible Way to Dispose of an Old MattressMattresses don’t last forever, and they’re a pain to handle once they’re done—but you have more options than you think for...
What You Need to Know Before You Buy the Big SkeletonIf you’re thinking about putting up Home Depot’s now iconic 12-foot skeleton this Halloween, the designer who helped bring it to...
Give Your Indoor Plants the Gift of a Good and Productive WinterThe days are short, the sun is nowhere to be found, but don’t worry—with these tips, your plants will thrive.
I Won the Battle Against My Closet, and All It Took Was a Trip to The Container StoreWhat I needed to fix my messy storage system (and find something akin to inner peace) was a little bit of money and some time.
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...
Restoring the Vintage Fixtures in My Rental Is an Easy—and Satisfying—ImprovementWith a little elbow grease, a few YouTube tutorials, and only a couple harrowing missteps, I’m bringing my apartment back to its...
How to Manage Your Vacation Rental RemotelyJust because your home is being used for someone else's vacation doesn't mean you can't relax too.
How Often Should You Upgrade Your Household Appliances?Most last about a decade, but there are ways to prolong their lifespans.
What You Need to Know About Heat PumpsThis decidedly unsexy piece of home technology is an investment—but it’s a worthy one that’ll save you money for years to come.
You Just Bought a House With a Wood Stove. Now What?Before you go all in on your homesteader fantasy, make sure you’ve got a chimney sweep on call.
How One TV Writer Made Her Own Thriving Garden Oasis“Baby Geniuses” podcast host Emily Heller's bountiful backyard grew from a few raised beds, hard work, and some mistakes along...
How to Deal With (and Prevent) a Backed-Up SewerCheck your systems early and often—and also, consider a bidet.
How to Prioritize the Budget for Your Home RenovationAlways have a contingency and take it slow—it’s a marathon, not a sprint.
DIY Regrets: The Cat Shelves My Cat Hated and Wouldn’t UseNothing will humble you faster than trying to build something nice for a feline friend.
How I Threw a DIY, At-Home Farm WeddingWithout (completely) losing my sanity.