How to Recognize Different Wood Species: A Guide to the 10 Most Common TypesRead on if you want to sound like a pro at identifying some of the most common species of wood.
The Beginner’s Guide to Propagating HouseplantsWant to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.
Material Guide: The Benefits of Building With ConcreteAfter an unprecedented year of earthquakes, hurricanes, and fires, a bright light has been shed on the benefits of building with...
A Guide to Ceramic Versus Porcelain TileThough tile can be found everywhere these days, it's hard to distinguish the difference between ceramic and porcelain and where...
Think Small With This Gigantic Guide to Tiny HomesDownsizing your life? Big benefits await.
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...
The Eco-Friendly Guide to Upgrading an Existing HomeThe greenest home is the one you already have.
The Definitive Guide to Prefab Home Companies in Your StatePrefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.
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.
The Beginner’s Guide to Starting Vegetable Seeds IndoorsDreaming of your own veggie garden, but not sure where to start? Here’s how to sprout vegetable seedlings right on your...
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.
Give Your Home a Quick Refresh With This Room-by-Room GuideWhen you’re not ready for an overhaul but still want to spruce up your space, sometimes changing one or two things can be...
Practicing Sustainability Is Easier Than You Think With These Handy GuidesIt’s simple to make lasting changes to your home, wardrobe, and everyday life that are kind to the planet.
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...
Material Guide: Everything You Need to Know About TerrazzoAlthough the origins of terrazzo go back to ancient Egypt, the material as we know it today was developed by builders in Venice,...
The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need for Spring CleaningIf you’ve gotten the spring cleaning fever, put that newfound energy into good use with this ultimate eight-step guide.
Get A Grip: A Practical Guide to Choosing Modern Kitchen Cabinet HardwareFrom handles and hinges to latches and catches, here's what you need to know about the different kinds of modern kitchen cabinet...
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.
How to Create the Best Home Office for Your Living SituationWhether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.
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...
How to Pick the Perfect Rug for Your SpaceWe’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.
Dwell On This: Layer Your RugsWhen a single covering won’t cut it, bring in another for a boost of color, pattern, and texture.
Architects Zoe Chan Eayrs and Merlin Eayrs on Creating a Captivating Dining AreaHint: layered lighting can work wonders.
Interior Designer Lauren Geremia Shares Her Tips for a Bedroom RevampThe San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.
Interior Designer Michelle Lisac’s Advice on Making a Magical Laundry RoomThe Californian designer shows us how to spruce up a utilitarian space.
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.
Dwell On This: It’s Time to Rearrange Your PlantsNeed a change of scenery? Try forming new plant cliques.
The Dos and Don’ts of Shipping Container HomesIt’s easy to buy into the hype around shipping container homes, but there are some fundamentals you should know before going all...
Breathe Easy With These Tried-and-True Solutions for Indoor Air PollutionIt’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.
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.
A Landscape Designer's 5 Main Tips for Bringing the Outdoors inA recent NASA study found that houseplants can remove up to 87 percent of air toxins within 24 hours, while other studies have...
24 Top-Tier Prefab Companies for Every Kind of Home BuyerGoing prefab? These companies make it a snap.
Building 101: How to Work With an Interior DesignerFrom defining the scope of work to knowing when to compromise, here's what you need to know about working with an interior...
7 Basic Types of Lighting Fixtures—and When to Use ThemFrom sconces and pendants to track lights, we illuminate the seven basic types of lighting fixtures.
How to Buy a Shipping ContainerYou’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.