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An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of SkylightsA skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...
The Ultimate Guide to Frank Lloyd WrightFor everything you need to know about America’s most famous architect, consult this single archive of our top FLW coverage.
The Beginner’s Guide to Propagating HouseplantsWant to get back to nature, but can’t leave your apartment? Become a plant parent.
Material Guide: The Benefits of Building With ConcreteAfter an unprecedented year of earthquakes, hurricanes, and fires, a bright light has been shed on the benefits of building with...
A Guide to Ceramic Versus Porcelain TileThough tile can be found everywhere these days, it's hard to distinguish the difference between ceramic and porcelain and where...
A Helpful Guide to Living Room LightingEven if your living area is endowed with ample natural daylight, it's imperative to think carefully about lighting to make sure...
The Complete Dwell Guide to Eames ShellspottingYeah, yeah: We know. Dwell homeowners love an Eames shell chair, and our readers love to point out just how much.
Think Small With This Gigantic Guide to Tiny HomesDownsizing your life? Big benefits await.
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So ValuableWe may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...
The Essential Guide to Shipping Container Home DesignFrom preliminary guides, to lists of trusted companies, to exemplary floor plans, these resources will get you started on your...
The Starter Guide to Assembling Your Smart HomeHome automation expert and director of marketing at Leviton Greg Rhoades shares what to prepare, what to consider, and what to...
The Eco-Friendly Guide to Upgrading an Existing HomeThe greenest home is the one you already have.
A DIY Cabin Brand Is Selling $99 A-Frame PlansThe appropriately named company, Den, gives you everything you need—from detailed drawings to code guidelines—to get started on...
Garden Guide: The Difference Between Hardscape and SoftscapeYou’ve most likely heard of landscape before, but you may be less familiar with its two main components: hardscape and softscape.
Sourcing Guide for Modern Prefab Companies in Europe119 prefab builders made Dwell's annual list; now, check out some of their European counterparts in our roundup of prefab homes...
The Definitive Guide to Prefab Home Companies in Your StatePrefab builders across the USA are striving for smarter, faster ways to make homes.
99 HudsonThe Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own VegetablesCreating and maintaining your own edible garden is easier than you think. Here’s how to get started growing your own greens.
99 BridgeThe Beginner’s Guide to Starting Vegetable Seeds IndoorsDreaming of your own veggie garden, but not sure where to start? Here’s how to sprout vegetable seedlings right on your...
Graphic Design Guides an Apartment Renovation in Tel AvivKedem Shinar Design & Architecture borrows from the world of graphic design to update this 1960s unit.
Dwell’s Top 10 How-To Guides of 2018Ignite your creative, can-do spirit with this year’s most popular how-to guides.
A State-by-State Guide to Housing Measures on the 2020 BallotThese initiatives on state ballots will decide questions about rent control, property tax, and urban development.
The Monocle Guide to Cosy HomesAn Insider's Guide to Palm Springs Modernism Week 2019If you haven't already marked your calendar—now's the time. Here’s how to make the most of Palm Springs Modernism Week.
A Design Lover’s Guide to Asheville, North CarolinaExperts in the local design scene reveal the quirky Appalachian city’s most inspiring stops.
Journey by Design: Sunrise Ruffalo’s Guide to the CatskillsThe design boutique owner shares her and husband Mark Ruffalo’s favorite haunts in the Catskills hamlet of Narrowsburg, New York.
The Ultimate Guide to Prefab: 65 Resources by Location, Construction, and PricePrefab is part of Dwell’s DNA—build a better future with our veritable tome of all things prefab.
These New Prefab Shipping Container Homes Can Be Built in Just 99 DaysProudly made in Mexico, these customizable container homes celebrate local design and environmentally friendly materials.
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...