True Hollywood Story
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With a section that hangs over a river, this four-bedroom vacation rental in Wales echoes Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater...
21 Cats Living in the Modern World
These cats are living out their nine lives in comfort and style.
21 Spectacular Homes That Star on the Silver Screen
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21 Enchanting Spaces That Feature Iconic Furniture
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21 Finely Finessed Getaways in the Hamptons and Montauk
From Westhampton to Montauk, these Long Island retreats celebrate their beachside locales.
21 Midcentury Renovations in Portland That Maintain Their Northwest Charm
Take a look at these midcentury beauties that have been outfitted for modern convenience and comfort.
Calling All Homes For Sale!
We love to know when a modern gem has hit the market—and more importantly, we can't wait to share it with the community.
These 21 Funky Bathrooms Make the Case for Ditching Subway Tiles
From eye-popping hues to bold patterns, here are styles to suit anyone bored with white-on-white.
The Rise and Resurgence of the Great American Row House
Throughout U.S. history, the row house has endured and adapted as an underappreciated model for accessible urban housing.
21 Storage Solutions to Keep Your Home Office Shipshape
Get your ducks in a row—and keep them there—with these cabinets, drawers, shelving units, and more.
An Amazing Home in Brooklyn Made Out of 21 Shipping Containers
Sited on a typical 25-by-100-foot corner lot in Brooklyn, this 5,000-square-foot residence was built with 21 stacked shipping...
21 Modern Murphy Bed Designs That Magically Create More Space
If you’re short on space or looking to erase visual clutter, opt for a multipurpose wall bed that hides away.
21 Resources on Redlining’s Role in Cementing the American Wealth Gap
A decades-long housing policy that segregated U.S. cities still plagues Black communities today.
Dwell Picks: 21 Things We’re Obsessing Over This Fall
The team leans into the season with a wine that’s worthy of the Thanksgiving table, an affordable duvet cover, and table lamps to...
How Can Higher Education Build a Better Architect?
In the 2010s, design/build programs were the cutting edge of architectural education.
The Only John Lautner Home in Anchorage Asks $1.2M
The Harpel Residence II is one of a select few homes the master architect designed outside of California.
Asking $220K, an Architect’s Handcrafted Earthen Home Seeks a Visionary Buyer in Vermont
Bob Chappelle used polystyrene panels, coated with mud and cement, to build the four-domed structure.
21 Things Our Editors Are Ogling From Anthropologie’s Spring Sale
Anthropologie is offering up to 25% off its home collection—but fair warning: the deals won’t last long.
Before & After: A Dull RV Becomes a Cheerful Abode in Just 21 Days
An Australian couple and their three-year-old son prepare for life on the road in Canada.
21 Skin Care Products You Won't Want to Hide in Your Beauty Cabinet
These cult-favorite products pair good-for-you ingredients with gorgeous packaging.
This V-Shaped House’s Front Courtyard Opens Up to the Neighborhood
In West Vancouver, Architecture Building Culture creates an inviting residence that makes the most of a tricky, triangular site.
21 Things From Design Within Reach’s Living Room Sale That You Need to Nab Now
Now through August 22, save 15% (and score free shipping) on a slew of perfect pieces that are sure to liven up your living room.
Friday Finds 4.2.2010
This is how the Dwellians show you that we care—by sharing our prized Internet finds of the week.
Deck Chairs, Tuberculosis, and the Titanic: The Unexpected Origins of a Summertime Staple
Before the style of reclining outdoor furniture became a symbol of outdoor leisure, it was used for a very different purpose.
Our Bedtime Routines: Rachel Bentley and Carly Nance, Founders of The Citizenry
When considering a home accessories collaboration, The Citizenry – a socially conscious decor brand that partners with artisans...
Part of an Epic Expansion, London’s V&A Museum Paves its Courtyard With 11,000 Porcelain Tiles
RIBA Stirling Prize-winning architect Amanda Levete and her firm AL_A has just completed Exhibition Road Quarter, the largest...
We Check in With Dwell’s First Editor-in-Chief About a House 20 Years in the Making
The seed of an idea planted when Karrie Jacobs helped start our publication finally comes to fruition in her own Catskills home.
These Self-Sufficient Island Cabins in Finland Have All the Comforts of Home
Designed for both work and play, this peaceful escape includes a traditional Finnish sauna and a workshop.
"Postmodernism" at the V&A Museum
"Postmodernism: Style and Subversion 1970-1990," on view at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum through January 15th 2012, is the...
Alluring Meets Affordable With These 5 Chicago Prefabs
Despite its compact urban setting, prefab homes are becoming increasingly favored in Chicago, Illinois.
A Bright Mexican Home Brilliantly Weaves Nature Into its Design
In Mexico, a colorful home prioritizes nature by integrating four on-site trees into its layout.
Happy Birthday, HVAC
Here's a random fact for the day: July 17, 2012, marks the 110th anniversary of the humble air conditioner.
Architecture Reads on Google Books
Far be it from me to suggest you spend your spare computer time reading—those R. Kelly vids are certainly not going to watch...
This Handcrafted Home in British Columbia Has Joyful Camp Vibes
The V-shaped lakefront retreat strikes a balance between privacy and welcoming a houseful of guests.

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