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

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

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Use the space you have to grow some plants that are good for the environment—and your peace of mind.

Just because summer’s ending doesn’t mean that your garden has to look like it is, too.

See if you check off all the boxes when it comes to creating an eco-friendly household.

The Californian designer shows us how to spruce up a utilitarian space.

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

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

The appeal of a prefab house is clear, but the process of getting one is not.

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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Want to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.

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

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

Thinking about working with a landscape professional on your home garden? Here are some basic tips you need to know to get...

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

A growing coalition are just saying no to regular grass. Join them in considering clover, moss, meadow, and more.

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

If you don’t love the deer that constantly nibble your tomatoes, you have options.

Instead of adding to your never-ending “to be read” list, consider tackling your overflowing bookshelves first.

How to build (and tend) your very own pile of green gold.

If you want a lawn that's low-maintenance (if slightly controversial), we've got just the thing for you.

Turn some unused real estate into the lush, verdant oasis of your dreams.

Before you bust out the rock salt, consider some earth-friendly alternatives like a broom, wood chips, or even pickle brine.

If there are bees in your walls, don’t panic—here’s what you can do, instead.

Indoor plants need a little more than water, light, and love. Here’s what you can do to help yours thrive.

When Andrew and Emmye Cahn bought a partially subterranean house dubbed “the Hobbitat,” they had to figure out how to update it...