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

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The Californian designer shows us how to spruce up a utilitarian space.

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From fabric choices to pleating, interior designers break down how to select the ideal curtains—and how much you should budget.

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We break down the benefits and costs of laminate, wood, concrete, stainless steel, engineered quartz, granite, and marble.

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

If you’ve gotten the spring cleaning fever, put that newfound energy into good use with this ultimate eight-step guide.

Avoid unwanted surprises and dodge disappointment by following these six easy tips for buying furniture online.

Find out how to determine whether a home has “good bones.”

Trade in those warped doors and stained shelves for a crisp new look.

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

You’ve heard the phrase “work smarter, not harder.” Here are quick, easy smart-home improvements you can knock out in one weekend.

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

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

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

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Top designers dish on the best countertop materials for your kitchen—and their attendant price tags.

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

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

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

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Peek inside some of our favorite designers’ home offices, and get their tips for creating a successful WFH setup (or mindset) of...

It can feel like reinventing the wheel each time you change dwellings.

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