Embodied energy, gray water, black water, carbon footprint—the list of sustainable design terms goes on and on, and we're here to...

The greenest home is the one you already have.

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

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

After an unprecedented year of earthquakes, hurricanes, and fires, a bright light has been shed on the benefits of building with...

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

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.

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

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

Itching to take a crack at fixing up an old, run-down property? Read these renovation tips first.

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

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

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

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

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

Creating a children’s space that won’t be instantly outgrown is all about finding the fun in functionality.

Feeling cooped up and stressed out? Here are some essential tips from designers and builders of small spaces.

Dreaming of your own veggie garden, but not sure where to start? Here’s how to sprout vegetable seedlings right on your...

Trade in those warped doors and stained shelves for a crisp new look.

What does or does not count as a tiny house has as much to do with class as it does with the structure itself.

There’s a reason people have been customizing the Swedish meatball purveyor’s furniture for decades.

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

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

How hard could it be to cut a hole in the wall? Drop the power tools and read this before you attempt to let there be (more)...

By making certain home improvements, you could cut a few thousand dollars off next year’s tax bill—but you might be able to save...

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

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.

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

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

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...

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

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

Magdalena Wosinska transformed her historic Pioneertown adobe structure into a thriving venue for inspiration and renewal,...

Show your plants you truly care by whipping up a bespoke pile of dirt for them to thrive in.