Screening: A Necessary Ruin
Of my seven panels at Dwell on Design this weekend, one that I am really happy to be doing is a screening of filmmaker Evan...
A Los Angeles Director’s Garage Is Recast as an ADU With a Screening Room
With playful portholes and head-to-toe plywood, the new studio gives Wash Westmoreland a place to write, relax, and watch films.
A Cozy Cabin in Southern California Conceals a Screening Room Fit for Cinephiles
This newly renovated Airbnb offers L.A.–based nature lovers an escape from the city's oppressive heat and bustle.
Facade Focus: Metal
While still studying architecture at Eindhoven University, Servie Boetzkes and Jeroen Helder landed a commission through “friends...
Jim Belushi's Mediterranean-Style Brentwood Estate Asks a Whopping $28M
This celebrity abode will transport you straight to Tuscany—for a cool $28 million.
Budget Breakdown: A Weekend DIY Turns a Neglected Garage Into a Backyard Hangout for $13K
In Portland, Oregon, an experiential designer transforms half of his decrepit garage into a screened porch over just three days,...
A Minimalist Cabin in New Zealand Is Crafted From Eco-Friendly Timber
Vertical slats give this elemental cabin in Cardrona Valley a graphic appeal.
Own This Unique Hollywood Hills Midcentury For $3.2M
Boasting an eccentric zigzag roofline and plenty of midcentury charm, get ready to fall in love with this Richard Banta–designed...
This Revamped Cottage Is a Modern Take on Traditional Japanese Townhouses
Located on a corner lot, this two-bedroom cottage blends old with new in Sydney, Australia.
The Opulent Beverly Hills Mansion From “The Godfather” Hits the Market
The backdrop of the film’s horse head scene was also JFK’s West Coast headquarters during his presidential campaign.
‘Friends’ Star Matthew Perry’s Midcentury Stunner in the Hollywood Hills Is For Sale
Join Zillow for a tour of Matthew Perry's ultimate bachelor pad in Los Angeles that's asking $13.5 million.
A Texas Camping Spot Complete With Yurts and Miniature Donkeys
For those seeking a hidden locale to set up camp for an idyllic weekend getaway, Green Acres in Elgin, Texas might be the...
A Pristine John Lautner Home in Long Beach Is Available For the First Time
Built in 1951, the Alexander House is a beautifully preserved time capsule that exemplifies Californian midcentury architecture.
A Midcentury Gem by a Famed Indiana Architect Offered at $450K
Built in 1958, the alluring Indianapolis property features expansive walls of glass, soaring ceilings, and walnut casework.
How to Create a Modern Outdoor Oasis to Enjoy Year-Round
Summer may have come and gone, but with the right design and setting, the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors remains...
An Inverted Pyramid Roof Tops This Stately Retreat in Cape Town
Clerestory windows and gardens on every level help this architect’s home feel integrated with its spectacular, mountain setting.
This Prefab Backyard Pavilion Mimics a Dragonfly's Wings
Prefabricated architecture can get a bad rap for being boring and boxy—not so for this sculptural backyard pavilion.
First Look: A Gigantic Lawn Just Popped Up Inside the National Building Museum
The National Building Museum's latest block party installation is a sprawling “Lawn” that channels the spirit of summer.
Eaton DC’s New Wellness Center Is the Ultimate Holistic Health Retreat
On January 11, 2019, Eaton Workshop will launch a new wellness center offering yoga, meditation, sound baths, tai chi,...
This Live/Work Warehouse That Starred in Steven Spielberg’s “Ready Player One” Lists for £2.75M
The RIBA award–winning factory conversion in Birmingham, England, features a 35-foot atrium.
This Surf-Inspired Hotel Celebrates Waikiki’s Creative Spirit and its Midcentury Roots
On Oahu’s South Shore in Honolulu, the Surfjack was created in collaboration with local artists and designers who live and...
A Frank Lloyd Wright–Designed Synagogue Celebrates 60 Years With a Major Art Commission
Artist David Hartt’s new work transforms the Beth Sholom Synagogue with tropical sights and sounds that reflect on the Jewish and...
A Laser-Cut Pergola Completes a Tranquil Garden in L.A. That’s Perfect For Entertaining
A laser-cut metal pergola anchors a tranquil garden near Los Angeles.
A New Home for More Than 49,000 Bauhaus Works Opens in Dessau
The Bauhaus Museum Dessau opens with thousands of never-before-displayed works.
Arches, Curves, and a Spiral Staircase Define This Sculptural Australian Home
Chenchow Little architects devise a wondrous and efficient home for a family of five in Sydney.
This Live/Work Home in Philadelphia Gets Its Layout From the Renaissance
A blackened cube makes for a striking addition to a historic Philadelphia neighborhood.
This Minimalist, Solar-Powered Home Is a True Desert Oasis
Designed to amplify connections with the desert, a low-lying courtyard house nestles into the landscape.
A Strategic Renovation Makes This ’90s Toronto Loft Ultra-Flexible
A thoughtful intervention by SOCA carves out an additional bedroom and bathroom while keeping the budget in check.
A Southern California Beach House Gets a Sea Ranch–Inspired Makeover
Clad in Alaskan yellow cedar that will weather over time, this renovated summer home in Manhattan Beach is made for relaxing...
The Millennial Pink Apartment of Your Dreams Is For Sale in a Giant Gasholder
Curated by fashion designer Roksanda Ilinčić, this London penthouse can be purchased fully furnished for £7,750,000.
A Queenslander Cottage in Brisbane Is Overhauled to Open to the Elements
Shaun Lockyer Architects gives a timber-and-tin cottage a sophisticated mullet renovation that responds to the subtropical...
An Iron Foundry Is Recast as an Idyllic Country Retreat
A Brooklyn couple fall for a former industrial building and turn it into an eclectic home.
Defining an Architectural Canon From the Ground Up
The residents of Midland, Michigan, are leading the charge to document their community’s unique architectural history.
An Interior Designer’s House in Israel Sports a Playful, Perforated Facade
At Round Edge House in Ramat Hasharon, a drilled concrete wall creates a privacy screen—plus extra material used as pavers in the...
Devising Clever Solutions For a Small San Francisco Loft
A software engineer outfits his tiny apartment with flexible design ideas.
A Writer and Filmmaker Builds a Forever Home on a Narrow Lot in East London
The three-level design by McMahon Architecture features flowing interiors, a series of courtyards, and gorgeous materials that...

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