Matthew Trzebiatowski matched an extreme aesthetic to an extreme climate, but his sustainable moves took a gentler approach.

In the last 15 years, many a postindustrial city has redefined itself as a design center.

Stripped to its basic elements—no walls, only curtains to divide the living spaces—this colorful flat is inspired by Marcel...

In Clint Eastwood’s exclusive Tehama resort in Carmel, a crisp, contemporary home prioritizes indoor/outdoor living.

Designed for a couple in Wellington, New Zealand, this small home puts the focus on affordable materials and stunning views.

How a bedroom remodel jumped the threshold and infiltrated every room in the house.

Well, the London Eye has done it: Singapore has its own giant Ferris wheel, as does Nanchang and as of December 20th of last year...

Art, fashion, and design collide to spectacular effect in the Italian metropolis.

Traditional and modern elements merge to striking effect in this renovated home north of Hanoi.

Ranging from the dramatic to the understated and modest, these 10 homes use suspension to thrilling effect.

Australian firm Whispering Smith uses commercial materials in a limited footprint for a wabi-sabi effect.

A renowned architect transforms a 1920s home, drawing upon a palette of plywood and glass to dramatic effect.

Neon and nature motifs collide to dazzling effect at this revamped hotel in bustling Waikiki Beach.

From the ground up, Hiding House combines natural forms, textures, and materials to theatrical effect.

Templeton Architecture integrates steel-framed apertures throughout an 1890 home in Victoria to stunning effect.

Behind a traditional facade, textured concrete ceilings combine with svelte surfaces for a deliciously moody effect.

Aimée O’Carroll of goCstudio uses color blocking to fantastic effect in her 60-square-foot kitchen.

After an in-house meal, guests can stay the night at the renovated farmhouse, which is designed as an agritourism escape.

A couple builds a new home, repurposing a series of 11 shipping containers and an existing concrete foundation to maximal effect.

A winding form slices through the center of this home to add dimension, privacy, and storage.

With a new colorway, Abloh updates two of French designer Jean Prouvé’s designs to striking effect.

Interior design studio Mistovia combines chunky terrazzo, glass bricks, shiny surfaces, and bold colors to dazzling effect.

Covered in mirrored glass that’s transparent when viewed from within, the facade of this Mexican forest retreat reflects the...

Wood: what can't it do? These modern homes from the Dwell community utilize the sturdy material to a remarkable effect.

Designed as a vacation home for a young family, this tropical modern dwelling uses restrained forms and fundamental materials to...

A backsplash will protect your kitchen wall against food, water, and those dreaded oil splatters—and an interesting one can...

Frank Gehry's recognizable designs are often cited as being among the most important works of contemporary architecture.

Botanical cutouts punch through the green metal walls of this 226-square-foot retreat in Halkidiki, recreating the effect of an...

Designed for a couple needing a temporary home, MU50 is a modular cabin whose moving sunshades create a dappled effect, called...

Near-zero interest rates may have the long-term effect of inflating home prices and setting up another financial crisis.

Ornate skylights and generous glazing illuminate the interiors of the Southwark Brick House, which combines brick, oak, glass,...

Mirrors have long been associated with magic and illusion.

Two friends breathe new life into a crumbling church in northern Basque country.

A distinctive wooden pattern lines the walls, floors, and ceilings of this compact home in Japan.

Drawing inspiration from artist László Moholy-Nagy’s abstract work, this barbecue and meditation space uses simple geometry to...

First, they tore down the walls of the former boarding house.