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Kate Dries is Dwell’s Executive Editor. She previously worked at VICE, Jezebel, BuzzFeed, and WBEZ, and has written for many other publications. She's passionate about patinas. Get in touch: kate dot dries at dwell dot com

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I Nailed the Chic Dive Bar Aesthetic of My Dreams
After scouring Facebook Marketplace and shopping my own collection of ephemera and such, my basement-turned-hangout is finally...
My Multiple-Seasons Outdoor Furniture Test
I learned that just two things help determine that you’re getting what you paid for: what it’s made of and where it came from.
I Replaced My Big-Box Store Cabinets With Custom Plywood Fronts
Well, my boyfriend did, but I supervised—and the process was surprisingly painless.

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Holiday Decorating Advice From Someone Who Loves Martha But Unfortunately Will Never Be Her
Are you into seasonal cheer but have no idea where to start? Let’s talk about it.