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

The San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.

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

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

Besides being a place for food preparation and cooking, your kitchen can be a prime social zone where your friends and family can...

The greenest home is the one you already have.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a duvet cover or insert—and what it should ultimately cost.

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

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

Take this to Home Depot (or your landscape architect) before you get the garden hose.

Before you crank the AC, try these tactics first.

Most heating and cooling issues are predictable. Here’s how you can prepare for the worst.

Setting the temperature doesn’t have to be contentious, so before you crank up the heat, consider other alternatives.

When faced with an insulated but unheated sunroom that was still on the chilly side, I searched high and low for options that...

Colorado has faced epidemic levels of bark beetles.

If you don’t have central air and a heat pump is out of reach, window units are still the way to go. Here’s how the newest (and...

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

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

You’re going to need a box or a bag, and some extra space in the garage.

This decidedly unsexy piece of home technology is an investment—but it’s a worthy one that’ll save you money for years to come.

Go easy on the hot dogs, keep the beverages inside, and don't get the party started until the late afternoon.

Stop being so rude to linoleum.

When the creative found the home of her dreams just 10 minutes away from her parents, she set about making the ideal space to...

All you need is an afternoon, some outdoor space, and this handy guide.

The latest in home tech both complements and celebrates your style.

My least-favorite stool gets a new lease on life, thanks to the transformative power of a medium beloved by cottagecore...

Most last about a decade, but there are ways to prolong their lifespans.

It’s not a screened in porch, and it’s not a covered deck—get the glory of the outdoors, but mostly inside.

For Leah and Bea Koch, renovating the East Coast iteration of their bookstore was a labor of love.