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.
5 Sustainable Design Terms You Should KnowEmbodied energy, gray water, black water, carbon footprint—the list of sustainable design terms goes on and on, and we're here to...
Think Small With This Gigantic Guide to Tiny HomesDownsizing your life? Big benefits await.
Breathe Easy With These Tried-and-True Solutions for Indoor Air PollutionIt’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.
10 Design Tips for Kitchens, According to Expert RenovatorsFrom design concept to installation, these 10 tips will guide you through your next kitchen remodel.
How to Work With an ArchitectUse this as a guide to finding the right architect for your new home or renovation—and what to expect during the process.
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 Curtains?From fabric choices to pleating, interior designers break down how to select the ideal curtains—and how much you should budget.
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 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.
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...
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...
How Designer Molly Bloom Enlisted Her Family to Renovate—Without Going CrazyWhen the creative found the home of her dreams just 10 minutes away from her parents, she set about making the ideal space to...
How to Start Collecting Art for the HomeThree emerging NYC-based collectors share how they’re breaking into the art-buying world.
DIY Renovations Don’t Have to Be Scary With These Tips from the Brownstone BoysBrooklyn design duo Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon emphasize fun and fearlessness when it comes to tackling any home project,...
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.
7 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Safer—and SmarterSleep sounder with these connected gadgets offering 24/7 protection.
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 Overcome the Obstacles to First-Time HomeownershipIf financial, mental, or social obstacles are keeping you from buying your first home, here’s how to get past them.
How to Use Smart Tech to Help Your Garden ThriveIs AI the future of gardening? If you use it wisely, it could be.
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 Buy a Fake Christmas Tree that Will Actually Bring You JoyGet over yourself (if you need to) and get a tree that will last you a lifetime.
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.
I Used AI Interior Designers to Reimagine My Boring BasementWhat can a machine do that a human can’t? In the case of my unfinished bonus space, not much.
Learn to Love (or Lose) the Bees in Your HomeIf there are bees in your walls, don’t panic—here’s what you can do, instead.
How a Potential Recession Should Affect Your Housing DecisionsWhen will rising interest rates affect prices? Who should buy a house now? Who shouldn't? And what to do if you're renting? We...
A Comprehensive Guide on How to Handle the Pesky Vermin Invading Your HomeIs that a cockroach or a water bug or neither? (And more importantly, how do I get rid of it?)