You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

It’s easy to buy into the hype around shipping container homes, but there are some fundamentals you should know before going all...

From preliminary guides, to lists of trusted companies, to exemplary floor plans, these resources will get you started on your...

After an unprecedented year of earthquakes, hurricanes, and fires, a bright light has been shed on the benefits of building with...

From defining the scope of work to knowing when to compromise, here's what you need to know about working with an interior...

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

Architect Cary Bernstein gives constructive advice: know what you want, who you're working with, and how much you can spend.

Accessory dwelling units help the city meet its density goals and extend housing options—but only after striking a...

Read this before you embark on a project working alongside a contractor and an architect.

Here's what you need to know before undergoing a building project with a contractor but no architect.

The appeal of a prefab house is clear, but the process of getting one is not.

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

Prefab is part of Dwell’s DNA—build a better future with our veritable tome of all things prefab.

Whether you need a guesthouse for Grandma or additional rental income, these dwellings starting at $26,000 provide extra space...

Creating and maintaining your own edible garden is easier than you think. Here’s how to get started growing your own greens.

Embodied energy, gray water, black water, carbon footprint—the list of sustainable design terms goes on and on, and we're here to...

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

These no-fuss landscaping ideas yield gardens that practically take care of themselves.

It’s like choosing an ad-free experience IRL.

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

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

The greenest home is the one you already have.

Whether it’s flat, gabled, butterfly, shed, gambrel, mansard, or hipped, the shape of a roof can have serious design and...

Despite its humble origin as a mere unglazed hole in a wall or ceiling, the window today has evolved to be one of the most...

Dreaming of your own veggie garden, but not sure where to start? Here’s how to sprout vegetable seedlings right on your...

See if you check off all the boxes when it comes to creating an eco-friendly household.

A recent NASA study found that houseplants can remove up to 87 percent of air toxins within 24 hours, while other studies have...

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

A green roof cools your home in the summer, insulates in the winter, and has far-reaching benefits for the community, but keeping...

Want to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.

It’s a common desire to have as much natural light in your home as possible—but it’s not always that easy to achieve.

It’s not summer without a backyard s’mores station.

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

It’s simple to make lasting changes to your home, wardrobe, and everyday life that are kind to the planet.

Rest assured knowing your renovation project is in good hands by asking a potential contractor these key questions during an...

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