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

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

Acclaimed for being sustainable, affordable, and adorable residences, tiny homes are also superb teachers when it comes to...

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

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

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

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

Whether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.

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

Unless you’re building a pillow fort, you only need a couple.

From “disco” tile to high-gloss glass, this parade of beautiful backsplashes will help you take your kitchen from average to...

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

We’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.

Read this before you embark on a project working alongside a contractor and an architect.

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

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

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

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

Let there be light—a lot of it.

Instead of tossing those scraps in the compost bin, invest in your own countertop harvest.

Don’t be held captive by screens in your own sanctuary.

A recent NASA study found that houseplants can remove up to 87 percent of air toxins within 24 hours, while other studies have...

These seven tips will provide you with everything you need to know for selecting a new vanity that fits your space, style, and...

Call it cable camouflage.

If the idea of committing to a full room of wallpaper seems daunting, try this on for size.

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

Be honest—are you really using that herb infuser?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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