Dwell On This: Take Off Your Kitchen Cabinet DoorsWelcome to the wonderful world of open shelving.
How to Navigate the Wild World of Facebook MarketplaceThe furniture of your dreams lies in the depths of your least favorite social media platform—but only if you know how to find it.
Dwell On This: Get Behind the BidetHere’s why you should upgrade your porcelain throne with a pampering washlet or bidet.
5 Sustainable Design Terms You Should KnowEmbodied energy, gray water, black water, carbon footprint—the list of sustainable design terms goes on and on, and we're here to...
Breathe Easy With These Tried-and-True Solutions for Indoor Air PollutionIt’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.
The Essential Guide to Shipping Container Home DesignFrom preliminary guides, to lists of trusted companies, to exemplary floor plans, these resources will get you started on your...
Here’s the Secret to Making a Neutral Palette Pop in Your HomeDesigner Joyce Downing Pickens of JDP Interiors knows that a neutral palette can be boring when done wrong.
How Much Should You Spend on Dinnerware?Whether it be earthy stoneware or durable enamel, here’s how to select—and budget for—a tasteful setting.
The Ultimate Guide to Prefab: 65 Resources by Location, Construction, and PricePrefab is part of Dwell’s DNA—build a better future with our veritable tome of all things prefab.
A Landscape Designer's 5 Main Tips for Bringing the Outdoors inA recent NASA study found that houseplants can remove up to 87 percent of air toxins within 24 hours, while other studies have...
Practicing Sustainability Is Easier Than You Think With These Handy GuidesIt’s simple to make lasting changes to your home, wardrobe, and everyday life that are kind to the planet.
What’s the Most Overlooked Feature When Planning a Kitchen Renovation?We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.
How to Design a Room That Grows Up With Your KidsCreating a children’s space that won’t be instantly outgrown is all about finding the fun in functionality.
The Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own VegetablesCreating and maintaining your own edible garden is easier than you think. Here’s how to get started growing your own greens.
How Much Should You Spend on Kitchen Countertops?Top designers dish on the best countertop materials for your kitchen—and their attendant price tags.
How to Buy a Shipping ContainerYou’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.
Is it Easy Being Green? The Costs and Benefits of Green RoofsA green roof cools your home in the summer, insulates in the winter, and has far-reaching benefits for the community, but keeping...
The Best Scandinavian-Inspired Paint Colors for Your Home, According to ExpertsFrom traditional Falu red to buttercup yellows, these hues recall Nordic landscapes.
The Smartest Way to Buy Furniture OnlineAvoid unwanted surprises and dodge disappointment by following these six easy tips for buying furniture online.
9 Critical Tips to Read Before Kicking Off a Home RenovationThese home renovation tips will help you avoid any unnecessary problems, costs, and headaches that can sometimes come along with...
The 7 Main Roof Types—and What You Need to Know About ThemWhether it’s flat, gabled, butterfly, shed, gambrel, mansard, or hipped, the shape of a roof can have serious design and...
How Much Should You Spend on a Kitchen Faucet?Top designers give their advice about how to choose a stylish, functional faucet—and what it will cost.
How to Recognize Different Wood Species: A Guide to the 10 Most Common TypesRead on if you want to sound like a pro at identifying some of the most common species of wood.
How Much Should You Spend on an Area Rug?Our experts advise on choosing an area rug by pile, construction, size, and placement—and how much it’ll cost.
Tile Talk: 5 Most Popular Shapes and How to Use ThemWe bring you the long and short (and round) of the typical shapes that tiles come in.
Everything You Need to Know About Linen, Your New Favorite FabricAlso known as one of the world’s oldest textiles, linen is taking the spotlight in home decor.
Everyone Loves a Good Ikea Hack: These 3 Classic Pieces Show WhyThere’s a reason people have been customizing the Swedish meatball purveyor’s furniture for decades.
How to Start Collecting Art for the HomeThree emerging NYC-based collectors share how they’re breaking into the art-buying world.
We Asked the Experts If Custom Kitchen Cabinets Are Actually Worth ItFrom bespoke to builder-grade, the options are endless—and often expensive.
Sick of That Instagram-Famous Couch? Learn How to Shop OldPatience and knowing what you like (and where to find it) will go a long way in exploring the wide world of vintage and antique...
I Survive Cross-Country Road Trips By Making My Car Feel Like HomeAfter 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...
Give Your Indoor Plants the Gift of a Good and Productive WinterThe days are short, the sun is nowhere to be found, but don’t worry—with these tips, your plants will thrive.
13 Tried-and-True White Paint Colors Recommended by ProsFinding the right swatch can be a daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be.
Dwell On This: Dress Up Your Windows With DraperyMore substantial than curtains, these give your home the star treatment.
I Turned My Chaotic Pantry Into an Oasis of OrganizationAll it took was some time, a few shelves, and a reckoning with how my brain works and why.
How I Turned an Octagonal Joshua Tree House Into a Sustainable OasisI gave up my apartment and much of my old life in exchange for a valuable lesson—learned via sweat equity—about where our...