Hint: layered lighting can work wonders.

Mirror, mirror on the wall, what’s the fairest angle of them all?

To stop tossing and turning, you have to tune out the noise.

Consider these five design tools the next time you’re embarking on a new design project.

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...

That snarl of wires under your desk is calling for cable management.

When a single covering won’t cut it, bring in another for a boost of color, pattern, and texture.

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

Is that office setup on your dining room table really working?

Use this as a guide to finding the right architect for your new home or renovation—and what to expect during the process.

Plus, six recently released sofas that match rounded rectangular shapes with rich hues.

Don’t just default to a gallery wall.

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Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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Interior design photographers Lauren Pressey, Amy Bartlam, and Tessa Neustadt teach you how to prepare for—and execute—a flawless...

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

From sconces and pendants to track lights, we illuminate the seven basic types of lighting fixtures.

Adding a light fixture (or two) to your dining room is like putting the icing on a cake: it’s that final, special touch that can...

Top designers explain the nuts and bolts of choosing door hardware at different price points.

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

Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a living room sofa—and what it should ultimately cost.

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

Buying a home is a longstanding goal for many, but the process of finding the perfect property and claiming it as your own can be...

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

What does or does not count as a tiny house has as much to do with class as it does with the structure itself.

This divisive design decision isn’t for everyone, but it could be a quick (and cheap) update that’ll transform your space.

After 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...

How hard could it be to cut a hole in the wall? Drop the power tools and read this before you attempt to let there be (more)...

Colorado has faced epidemic levels of bark beetles.

“The ugliest house on the street” got a refresh for just $25,000 and a good eye for a bargain.

Don’t feel pressured to stick to the same old silver and gold—but do make sure you have a clock for the countdown.

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Sleep sounder with these connected gadgets offering 24/7 protection.

Finding the right swatch can be a daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be.