The 7 Main Roof Types—and What You Need to Know About ThemWhether it’s flat, gabled, butterfly, shed, gambrel, mansard, or hipped, the shape of a roof can have serious design and...
The Beginner’s Guide to Propagating HouseplantsWant to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.
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.
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.
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...
Your HVAC Is Kaput. Should You Recharge or Replace?Most heating and cooling issues are predictable. Here’s how you can prepare for the worst.
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 Remove Snow Without Ruining the EnvironmentBefore you bust out the rock salt, consider some earth-friendly alternatives like a broom, wood chips, or even pickle brine.
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 Renter Turned Her Loft Apartment Into an ’80s Dance StudioChoreographer Angela Trimbur offers tips for how to designate a personal creative space within your home.
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.
How to Turn a Junk Room Into a Breakfast NookClear out the clutter and reclaim your wasted space.