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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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...

Colorado has faced epidemic levels of bark beetles.

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Let’s just say, there’s room for improvement.

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Out of sight, out of mind doesn’t apply here anymore.

You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

That statement sofa wasn’t meant to be a wallflower.

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

Before you crank the AC, try these tactics first.

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

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

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

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

Downsizing your life? Big benefits await.

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

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

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

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.

At a time when stress levels are rising, adding a touch of greenery to the bathroom can elevate both your space and your mood.

With the rapid evolution of the smart home, has privacy become just another setting?

These home renovation tips will help you avoid any unnecessary problems, costs, and headaches that can sometimes come along with...

Read on for all the pros and cons to keep in mind for an educated decision about installing a kitchen sink.

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

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