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Prefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.

We’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.

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From bespoke to builder-grade, the options are endless—and often expensive.

Whether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.

Owners and tenants of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) share key insights about how to navigate the unique living experience.

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Create a peaceful ambiance in your bedroom with these exemplary ceiling lighting designs.

There’s a reason people have been customizing the Swedish meatball purveyor’s furniture for decades.

We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.

Itching to take a crack at fixing up an old, run-down property? Read these renovation tips first.

We’ve gathered an assortment of work-from-home items that are as attractive as they are functional.

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A new pilot program by the city to add housing has yet to catch on—but that could soon change.

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

If you’re designing or remodeling your bathroom, check out these out-of-the-box storage ideas your friends will want to copy.

Top designers give their advice about how to choose a stylish, functional faucet—and what it will cost.

Interior designers and architects agree: if you’re short on square footage, your furniture needs to work overtime.

Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a duvet cover or insert—and what it should ultimately cost.

Be honest—are you really using that herb infuser?

Feeling cooped up and stressed out? Here are some essential tips from designers and builders of small spaces.

Hint: layered lighting can work wonders.

Fling open those windows and get proactive about busting dust and allergens.

Our experts advise on choosing an area rug by pile, construction, size, and placement—and how much it’ll cost.

From a shingled studio in Minneapolis to a two-bedroom guesthouse in L.A., these backyard projects are something to emulate.

Unless you’re building a pillow fort, you only need a couple.

Here are a few of our all-time tips on buying and selling your own modern dwelling.

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