Read on if you want to sound like a pro at identifying some of the most common species of wood.

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

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

Consider these five design tools the next time you’re embarking on a new design project.

Japanese and Scandinavian influences come together to produce a look that’s serene, organic, and refined.

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The greenest home is the one you already have.

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

Designer Joyce Downing Pickens of JDP Interiors knows that a neutral palette can be boring when done wrong.

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Mirror, mirror on the wall, what’s the fairest angle of them all?

The budget-friendly and versatile material is a popular choice for good reason.

Wall sconces are versatile, space-saving fixtures that can act as functional art in the home.

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

We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.

Interior design photographers Lauren Pressey, Amy Bartlam, and Tessa Neustadt teach you how to prepare for—and execute—a flawless...

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

It’s not summer without a backyard s’mores station.

Is that office setup on your dining room table really working?

From backsplashes to built-ins, or the best knife sets to even better cooktops, these resources will help guide you on your...

It’s a global crisis, but there are ways to protect yourself.

Be honest—are you really using that herb infuser?

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Top designers explain the nuts and bolts of choosing door hardware at different price points.

Top interior designers weigh in on what to look for in a living room sofa—and what it should ultimately cost.

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

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

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

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

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

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