May 2008
Modern Ideas from Abroad; Air-Conditioning Without Electricity; Offices We Love; Mini Miracles; A 720 Square Foot Duplex
Modern Ideas from Abroad; Air-Conditioning Without Electricity; Offices We Love; Mini Miracles; A 720 Square Foot Duplex
Features
Katz's Cradle
Kingston Brio
Eggo Centric
Around the World
Join us as we circumnavigate the design world, and connect the dots between our featured architects. Story by Amber Bravo
Katz's Cradle
After designing a three-unit project north of Johannesburg, South Africa, architect Gregory Katz traded fees for keys, picked door number two, and found himself a winner. Story by Kerryn Fischer / Photos by Elsa Young
Kingston Brio
The devil is in the details of the scenery-chewing Tasmanian house that architects room11 designed in Kingston. Story by Simon Sellars / Photos by Andrew Rowat
Eggo Centric
Prague rockin' architectural firm A69 cement their reputation with the concrete-roofed, courtyard-hatching EggO House. Story by Michael Dumiak / Photos by Jens Passoth
Departments
My House
Off the Grid
Archive
Conversation
Outside
The Placemakers
Detour
In the Modern World
Icelandic airborne algae farms, Al-enhanced elevators, exhibitions, new products and furniture from all four corners of the globe, plus a half-dozen inviting homes in as many countries: It's an itinerary that would lead even Phileas Fogg to linger.
My House
Sydney architect and homeowner David Langston-Jones describes how a mix of space-saving tricks and clear illusions make his duplex feel twice its size. Story by Marcus Trimble / Photos by Nick Bowers
Off the Grid
Though its name might sound more Disney than design, the windcatcher featured in architectural firm Sheppard Robson's Lighthouse has made it a beacon of British sustainable design. Story by Sarah Rich / Photos by Geoff Manaugh
Dwell Reports
We join Esque Studio's Andi Kovel in raising a glass to the fine art of imbibing, and offer opinions on which designs quench our thirst for modern glassware. Story by Sarah Rich / Photos by Peter Belanger and John Clark
Archive
Thanks to the prolific efforts of Sri Lankan-born and British-educated architect Geoffrey Bawa, modernism got the tropical getaway it so richly deserved. Story by Geoff Manaugh
Conversation
As Frank Llyod Wright's photographer, Pedro Guerrero has played an indispensable role as translator in the conversation between architect and admirer. Story by Christene Barberich / Photos by Pedro. E. Guerrero
Outside
Rain or shine (or snow), a dip in triathlete Sydne Didier's Amherst, Massachusetts, indoor jewel of a pool is always warmer than Puffer's Pond. Story by Aaron Britt
Skypephone
We cross signals with Skype's UK headquarters and its Shanghai factory to give you the 411 on how a new phone is answering the Internet's call.
Time Capsule
Tom Vanderbilt reflects on a sadly unrealized conversation with Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa, and the unfulfilled promise of his famous (and decaying) Nagakin Capsule Tower.
The Placemakers
Dutch architectural powerhouse MVRDV has made a capital name for itself by designing with data, not dogma. Story by Jane Szita
Detour
Though Los Angeles offers Lindsay Lohan sightings at Pinkberry and addresses on L.Ron Hubbard Way, Dwell explores a different side of the city with land use interpreter Matthew Coolidge. Story by Geoff Manaugh / Photos by Noah Webb
Design at Work
Buried in TPS reports? Somebody take your red stapler? Don't let The Man get you down–our inclusive review of office environments and accessories will have you whistling while you work. Story by Sarah Rich / Photos by Peter Belanger
Sourcing
The sourcing page says, "I'm here to tell you everything you need to know about the people, places, and products you saw on the other pages."
Dieter Rams
World-renowned architect and designer Dieter Rams perfectly illustrates his "Less, but better" philosophy.
