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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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...

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

From backsplashes to built-ins, or the best knife sets to even better cooktops, these resources will help guide you on your...

These expert insights will help you navigate the dos and don’ts of the remodel process.

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

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

The small-but-mighty powder room is an opportunity to take design risks and flex your creative muscles.

Buying a property is one of the biggest purchases you can make.

From traditional Falu red to buttercup yellows, these hues recall Nordic landscapes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

We bring you the long and short (and round) of the typical shapes that tiles come in.

Is AI the future of gardening? If you use it wisely, it could be.

We asked a designer for some colorful options—and she found a hue for you, whether it’s greige, chartreuse, or something in...

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

You’re surveying your yard with trepidation, wondering: Can I actually design this myself?

It’s been painted as one of the easier home design refreshes you can make. My takeaway? Call a professional.

I gave up my apartment and much of my old life in exchange for a valuable lesson—learned via sweat equity—about where our...

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

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

With a little elbow grease, a few YouTube tutorials, and only a couple harrowing missteps, I’m bringing my apartment back to its...