Interior Designer Brigette Romanek Teaches Us How to Set the Scene in a Living RoomPlus, six recently released sofas that match rounded rectangular shapes with rich hues.
Pro Tips: How to Style and Shoot Your Modern HomeInterior design photographers Lauren Pressey, Amy Bartlam, and Tessa Neustadt teach you how to prepare for—and execute—a flawless...
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...
Dwell On This: Float Your FurnitureThat statement sofa wasn’t meant to be a wallflower.
Interior Designer Lauren Geremia Shares Her Tips for a Bedroom RevampThe San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.
Architects Share Helpful Tips From Their Own Home RenovationsThese expert insights will help you navigate the dos and don’ts of the remodel process.
Breathe Easy With These Tried-and-True Solutions for Indoor Air PollutionIt’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.
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 Strike a Work/Life Balance in a Tiny Apartment, According to Design ExpertsFeeling cooped up and stressed out? Here are some essential tips from designers and builders of small spaces.
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.
How Much Should You Spend on a Duvet?Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a duvet cover or insert—and what it should ultimately cost.
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.
What Does Opting Into Home Automation Mean for Privacy?With the rapid evolution of the smart home, has privacy become just another setting?
How to Design a Room That Grows Up With Your KidsCreating a children’s space that won’t be instantly outgrown is all about finding the fun in functionality.
How Much Should You Spend on Kitchen Countertops?Top designers dish on the best countertop materials for your kitchen—and their attendant price tags.
The Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own VegetablesCreating and maintaining your own edible garden is easier than you think. Here’s how to get started growing your own greens.
How Much Should You Spend on Door Hardware?Top designers explain the nuts and bolts of choosing door hardware at different price points.
Everything You Need to Know to Make Moving Less MiserableIt can feel like reinventing the wheel each time you change dwellings.
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...
How to Tell If a DIY Project Is Worth TacklingWhen the cost versus time equation is confusing, it’s hard to know how to proceed.
I Tested the Best Looking A/Cs on the MarketIf you don’t have central air and a heat pump is out of reach, window units are still the way to go. Here’s how the newest (and...
My Furniture Designer-Dealer Is the Unsung Hero of My RenovationWhen I wanted a wardrobe that could do double duty as a bed frame and more, I went custom—with some assistance from an expert.
I Tried Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper—and Learned the Limits of My DIY SkillsIt’s been painted as one of the easier home design refreshes you can make. My takeaway? Call a professional.
If You Hate Your Floors, Why Don't You Paint Them?This divisive design decision isn’t for everyone, but it could be a quick (and cheap) update that’ll transform your space.
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...
Everyone Loves a Good Ikea Hack: These 3 Classic Pieces Show WhyThere’s a reason people have been customizing the Swedish meatball purveyor’s furniture for decades.
Social Media Convinced Me to Refinish a Dresser. I Lived to Tell the TaleAll it took was an orbital sander, some elbow grease, and determination to see it through.
I Survive Cross-Country Road Trips By Making My Car Feel Like HomeAfter doing it six times in three years, my dog and I have become experts in figuring out what we need to be happy when on the...
Want to Replace Your Lawn With Something Else? You Have OptionsA growing coalition are just saying no to regular grass. Join them in considering clover, moss, meadow, and more.
Can Chalk Paint Ever Be Chic?My least-favorite stool gets a new lease on life, thanks to the transformative power of a medium beloved by cottagecore...
What If You Added a Window?How hard could it be to cut a hole in the wall? Drop the power tools and read this before you attempt to let there be (more)...
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.
13 Tried-and-True White Paint Colors Recommended by ProsFinding the right swatch can be a daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be.
How to Keep Sand at the Beach (Where It Belongs)It’s a fate some say is worse than death. Here’s how to prevent it.
I Turned My Cobwebby Basement into a Home Gym—and Indoor GardenIf you want to make the best use of your bonus space, the first step is to just start using it—without waiting for everything to...
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.