How to Pick the Perfect Rug for Your SpaceWe’ve got the scoop on everything you ever wanted to know about designing with rugs.
6 Ways to Declutter and Free Up Space in Your BedroomA well-designed bedroom should encourage you to unwind and unplug from the chores and activities of the day and enjoy a deep,...
Interior Designer Michelle Lisac’s Advice on Making a Magical Laundry RoomThe Californian designer shows us how to spruce up a utilitarian space.
How Much Should You Spend on a Wall Sconce?Wall sconces are versatile, space-saving fixtures that can act as functional art in the home.
How to Design a Room That Grows Up With Your KidsCreating a children’s space that won’t be instantly outgrown is all about finding the fun in functionality.
7 ADUs You Can Buy Right Now for Less Than $100,000Whether you need a guesthouse for Grandma or additional rental income, these dwellings starting at $26,000 provide extra space...
How to Strike a Work/Life Balance in a Tiny Apartment, According to Design ExpertsFeeling cooped up and stressed out? Here are some essential tips from designers and builders of small spaces.
How to Create the Best Home Office for Your Living SituationWhether you’re battling noise or are short on space, these guides can turn your office into a distraction-free zone.
6 Simple Ways to Boost Your Bathroom With Plant PowerAt a time when stress levels are rising, adding a touch of greenery to the bathroom can elevate both your space and your mood.
7 Big Lessons to Learn From Tiny Home DesignAcclaimed for being sustainable, affordable, and adorable residences, tiny homes are also superb teachers when it comes to...
How to Choose the Right Vanity For Your BathroomThese seven tips will provide you with everything you need to know for selecting a new vanity that fits your space, style, and...
Give Your Home a Quick Refresh With This Room-by-Room GuideWhen you’re not ready for an overhaul but still want to spruce up your space, sometimes changing one or two things can be...
10 Essential Tips for Creating a Hardworking Home OfficeWhether your home office consists of a designated room or a tight corner in your kitchen, there are certain key strategies for...
5 Architectural Tricks and Devices to Bring Natural Light Into Your HomeIt’s a common desire to have as much natural light in your home as possible—but it’s not always that easy to achieve.
10 Design Tips for Kitchens, According to Expert RenovatorsFrom design concept to installation, these 10 tips will guide you through your next kitchen remodel.
5 Essential Design Tools to Visualize Your Next ProjectConsider these five design tools the next time you’re embarking on a new design project.
How to Make Your Powder Room Look Absolutely Dynamite, According to the ExpertsThe small-but-mighty powder room is an opportunity to take design risks and flex your creative muscles.
How Japandi Design Can Bring Comfort and Simplicity to Your HomeJapanese and Scandinavian influences come together to produce a look that’s serene, organic, and refined.
Dwell On This: Be Strategic About Mirror PlacementMirror, mirror on the wall, what’s the fairest angle of them all?
What’s the Most Overlooked Feature When Planning a Kitchen Renovation?We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.
Interior Designer Lauren Geremia Shares Her Tips for a Bedroom RevampThe San Francisco–based designer explains what to invest in—and where to experiment.
Dwell on This: Upgrade Your EntrywayStep into a comfortable, clutter-free zone as soon as you enter the front door.
7 Basic Types of Lighting Fixtures—and When to Use ThemFrom sconces and pendants to track lights, we illuminate the seven basic types of lighting fixtures.
What it Really Means When a Home Has Good BonesFind out how to determine whether a home has “good bones.”
Dwell On This: Knock Out These Storage Hacks This WeekendThese quick, easy ways to clear clutter will have you wondering why you didn’t do them sooner.
Dwell On This: Float Your FurnitureThat statement sofa wasn’t meant to be a wallflower.
55 Bright Ideas for Bedroom Ceiling LightingCreate a peaceful ambiance in your bedroom with these exemplary ceiling lighting designs.
Here’s the Secret to Making a Neutral Palette Pop in Your HomeDesigner Joyce Downing Pickens of JDP Interiors knows that a neutral palette can be boring when done wrong.
Dwell On This: Rise Above Your Recessed LightingCan lights can be mood killers, but there are ways to mellow them out.
Dwell on This: How to Actually Organize Your ClosetLet’s just say, there’s room for improvement.
How to Design a Kitchen That’s Ideal for EntertainingBesides being a place for food preparation and cooking, your kitchen can be a prime social zone where your friends and family can...
Material Guide: Everything You Need to Know About TerrazzoAlthough the origins of terrazzo go back to ancient Egypt, the material as we know it today was developed by builders in Venice,...
Dwell on This: It’s Time to Mount Your TelevisionHang your flat screen on the wall to instantly upgrade your home theater.
Everything You Need to Know About Building an ADU in ChicagoA new pilot program by the city to add housing has yet to catch on—but that could soon change.
Dwell On This: Streamline Your Multipurpose RoomIs that office setup on your dining room table really working?
6 Essential Tips for Selecting the Perfect Dining Room LightingAdding 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...