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.

To stop tossing and turning, you have to tune out the noise.

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It’s easy to buy into the hype around shipping container homes, but there are some fundamentals you should know before going all...

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

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

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

We’ve gathered an assortment of work-from-home items that are as attractive as they are functional.

Going prefab? These companies make it a snap.

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

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

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

When a single covering won’t cut it, bring in another for a boost of color, pattern, and texture.

You’ve decided to join the shipping container revolution.

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

Buying a home is a longstanding goal for many, but the process of finding the perfect property and claiming it as your own can be...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

From fabric choices to pleating, interior designers break down how to select the ideal curtains—and how much you should budget.

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

Let there be light—a lot of it.

Whether your home office consists of a designated room or a tight corner in your kitchen, there are certain key strategies for...

From defining the scope of work to knowing when to compromise, here's what you need to know about working with an interior...

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

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

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

Use this as a guide to finding the right architect for your new home or renovation—and what to expect during the process.

From preliminary guides, to lists of trusted companies, to exemplary floor plans, these resources will get you started on your...

So you can take the perfect shelfie.

Adding a light fixture (or two) to your dining room is like putting the icing on a cake: it’s that final, special touch that can...