Arthaus by Boyer Vertical
A multifamily building in Phoenix offers light and open space for 25 homes—and each comes with a thoughtful take on contemporary...
Karma by Boyer Vertical
Coming to Phoenix in 2022, these 11 customizable homes marry light and airy interiors with smart, sustainable design.
Acclaimed Architect Risa Boyer Reinvents Indoor/Outdoor Living
Having recently celebrated her firm’s 10th anniversary in Portland, Oregon, Risa Boyer is wholly invested in her local AIA...
Before & After: A Radiant Renovation Opens a Portland Midcentury to Its Forested Lot
Risa Boyer Architecture revitalizes a 1955 home with fresh interiors and a covered patio for lounging in every season, rain or...
Reinvigorating a Classic Midcentury Home in Portland
Architect Risa Boyer deftly redesigns the interior of this 1950 home to ensure it still feels original.
Before & After: A 1950s Midcentury Abode Gets a Gorgeous Upgrade
Risa Boyer Architecture's complete remodel of a Portland midcentury unlocks the home's grand potential.
A Portland Pastry Chef Customizes Her Kitchen to Meet the Needs of Her Profession—and Her Family
After a thorough kitchen remodel, this midcentury ranch is finally able to shine.
Community-Minded Living and Sustainable Design Converge in Phoenix
Planned for completion in 2022, these 11 customizable homes are designed to encourage togetherness.
An Architect Helps Longtime Family Friends Rebuild After a California Wildfire
Risa Boyer designs a tiny, light-filled cabin for a retired couple after a devastating fire.
A Hilltop Midcentury Under the Hollywood Sign Seeks $3.6M
The restored post-and-beam residence in Beachwood Canyon takes full advantage of its high perch.
Jonathan Olivares Tells the Story of the Shop Tool Behind Some of His Most Recognizable Designs
Industrial designer Jonathan Olivares' red vise has journeyed with him from his childhood basement to the world stage.
Before & After: A 1980s Farmhouse Gets a Light, Airy Revamp With Touches of Walnut
The daily rituals and routines of an empty nest couple were the starting point for the redesign of the "House for Grandparents."
A California Couple Give a Cookie-Cutter Brooklyn Condo Some Personality
Going from West Coast to East Coast and custom to spec, a couple ask a design team to individualize their standard-issue Brooklyn...
How to Talk to an Architect About Getting Smart Tech
We asked the principal of DRAW in Kansas City.
What’s the Right Fragrance for My Bathroom?
Matthew Herman, creator of the fantastically named fragrance company Boy Smells, tells us which scent he'd pair with some of our...
Shel Silverstein’s Former Houseboat Built on a WWII Military Barge Wants $783K
Once a balloon barge during World War II, this recently renovated houseboat in Sausalito, California, was the floating home of...
Overlooking the Long Island Sound, a Revamped Hotel Channels its Nautical Roots
Sitting on a stretch of private beach on the Long Island Sound, this newly-renovated hotel is a throwback to its nautical...
A Modernist Time Capsule by Erno Goldfinger Asks $4M
Commissioned by businessman Jack Perry in 1967, the Teesdale House is the only post-war British home by the Hungarian-born...
25 Memorable Midcentury Modern Kitchen Renovations
We love a good midcentury renovation all the more when stellar kitchen updates are involved.
Make Hosting for the Holidays Easier With These Gifts for Yourself
Houseguest season is upon us. These little gifts will help.
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Stellar Staircases
These staircases from the Dwell community are next-level.
These 8 Toddler Room Ideas Will Make You Want to Be a Kid Again
When designing a bedroom or play space for your growing child, let your imagination run wild to encourage learning and curiosity.
Iconic California Midcentury-Modern Architect William Krisel Dies at 92
At the age of 92, William Krisel—the pioneering architect who brought elegant modernism to Southern Californian suburban tract...
Cast Your Votes For Dwell’s Best of Design 2018 Awards
Our first-ever Best of Design Awards recognize the most inspiring projects in seven categories: Dwelling, Renovation, Prefab,...
A New York Transplant Remakes One of Mies van der Rohe’s Coveted Townhouses in Detroit
Calling it a “director’s cut,” designer Bryan Boyer reloads his Lafayette Park home with some bonus features.
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Adorable Kids' Rooms
These colorful, light-filled bedrooms and playrooms are fun-sized design inspiration.
Surf Shacks 028 - Jess Bianchi + Malia Grace Mau
Nestled away in a remote and lush coastal nook of the Hawaiian island chain is the dream home of filmmaker Jess Bianchi and...
13 Things I Bought for Less Than $50 After Moving Halfway Across the Country
Dwell’s shop editor Sam Daly relocated from her beloved Bay Area to Austin, Texas, this past year.
In Paris, a 540-Square-Foot Apartment Becomes a Forever Home for a Family of Five
Nomadic Architecture Studio opens up the interior of a one-bedroom dwelling to accommodate a young family as they move through...
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Bewitching Black Exteriors
Black is the new black.
Untraditional in Marin
Tony and Rachel Sherman were simply trying to buy a house, but what they found instead was a foundation—a discovery that...
5 Reasons Why American Modernist Paul McCobb’s Designs Are Relevant Once Again
Simple and lithe in spirit, the midcentury legend’s most popular designs are back—and they pack the same revelatory punch today.
Top 5 Homes of the Week That We Can't Get Enough Of
From the hills of Santa Barbara to a waterfront city in Poland, these homes stand out from the rest with their funky, unique...
A Shou Sugi Ban Retreat in Vermont Frames Dramatic Mountain Views
Architect Elizabeth Herrmann designs a modern farmhouse for a family looking to flee steamy summers in Texas and connect with...
In Los Angeles, a Streamline Moderne With a Modernist Addition Asks $2M
A cantilevered, enclosed walkway connects a boxy add-on with the Estes Residence, a 1935 design in the Hollywood Hills by William...
6 Haunted Hotels You Can Book for Halloween
Still in search of Halloween plans? Book a ghoulish getaway at one of these haunted hotels—if you dare!

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