New Kid on the Block
With sensitivity to local building typologies, fresh construction finds a place in Amsterdam.
Kids' Room Renovation
A baby's arrival is cause for celebration—and for many, it's also a time to confront limited living space.
New Kids on the Block
We asked five households that recently switched Los Angeles neighborhoods what they had in mind when picking a new place to live.
Kid Tested, Mothers Approved
A long house on Long Island, this prefab could get to its site peaceably only by traveling in pieces.
Inspired by Tom and Jerry, This Net-Filled Vacation Home Is a Kid’s Paradise
Jerry House on Cha-Am Beach near Bangkok is not only a beachside family retreat, but is also a playground and dreamworld for the...
15 Modern and Creative Spaces for Kids
It’s never too early to instill a good sense of design into your kids.
Kid-Friendly Treehouse in Upstate New York
An inventive, freestanding “tree house” built by an architectural designer for her family grows in Garrison, New York.
25 Awesome Gifts for Kids of All Ages
Nurture their creative streak with these picks designed to pique curiosity.
A Family Home in Slovakia Holds a Playground for Kids and Pets
Sadovsky & Architects design an inviting residence with a perforated concrete wall that enhances indoor/outdoor living for all of...
A Kid-Friendly Home Embraces High Style With Comfort
Designed to “take a beating,” the modern interiors of this Seattle home have been crafted to withstand the wear-and-tear of young...
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Charming Kids’ Rooms
These petite bedrooms and playrooms prove good things do come in small packages.
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Adorable Kids' Rooms
These colorful, light-filled bedrooms and playrooms are fun-sized design inspiration.
A 19th-Century Apartment in Manhattan Gets a Kid-Friendly Upgrade
Built in 1885, this Midtown residence has been restored and revitalized with dashes of color and whimsical, kid-oriented spaces.
Designers’ Tips for Creating a Productive Remote-Learning Space for Kids
For little ones attending class online, a well-designed space can make all the difference.
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Fun-Filled Kids Rooms
These playful homes from the Dwell community have perfect spaces for petite humans.
This Live/Work Duplex in Paris Is Full of Kid- and Cat-Friendly Details
In Paris, a makeshift duplex is tailor-made for a couple, their toddler, and their cat.
A Kids’ Escape Route Puts the “Fun” in Functional at This Reimagined Melbourne Cottage
Secret passageways and surprise design elements abound in this playful home renovation for an active family of five.
A Belgian Photographer’s Country Home Is a Playground for Kids and Adults Alike
Shaped like an upside-down seat, the Chairhouse is an experimental base for art-making and adventure.
10 Homes With Nets to Make You Feel Like a Kid Again
Playground design is all grown-up in these whimsical homes with suspended nets.
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.
This Tiny Modular Cabin Is Just for Kids—and We’re Totally Jealous
Koto’s first children’s cabin combines minimalist design and sustainable materials with flat-pack perfection.
A Delivery Van–Turned–Mobile Classroom for Kids Hits the Streets of Chicago
Chicago Mobile Makers converts a USPS van into a roving “makerspace” for young people to learn new design skills.
Foster Your Child's Creativity With These Modern, Architectural Building Toys For Kids
Many parents find themselves constantly searching for creative and well-designed building toys for their children.
16 Delightful Kids’ Room Ideas You’ll Definitely Want to Steal
Admit it—you’d love a ball pit in your house.
7 Tips on How to Childproof Your Living Space Without Sacrificing Design
If you have infants or toddlers in your home—or are about to have a baby—consider childproofing your living space to reduce the...
How to Decorate a Stylish Kids’ Room, According to the Founder of a Beloved Maternity Brand
Ariane Goldman—the founder, CEO, and mom behind HATCH Collection—reveals her top picks for furnishing a kid-friendly room that...
12 Playful Pieces of Art to Instantly Liven Up Your Kid's Room
Guaranteed to radiate positivity, these fun pieces will easily make your kid's room come alive, while also enhancing your little...
West Elm Just Launched More Than 200 New Pieces of Kids’ Furniture
Decorate for your babies, children, or teens with a range of stylish new products by the beloved home furnishings brand.
Landscape Architect Meghan Talarowski Is Making Playgrounds Less Predictable—and Kids More Resilient
Plus, check out the best new products focused on inspiring creativity in children—from storytelling and bot building to music...
Pink Seesaws Let Kids Play Together Across the U.S.–Mexico Border Wall
An art installation by Rael San Fratello turns the border wall into a playground for children and their families.
Like a Kid in a Candy Store
For Parisian gallery director Didier Krzentowski, the art of collecting has become a career by design.
Sing for Your Supper, Kid
Though it was released in 2006, lately I've been appreciating David Weeks' Sing Sing Dinner Plate.
Kid Lit Goes Undergound
What is a paper engineer? Something like an architect—but for paper. (Think pop-up books and origami, not bridges and skyscrapers.
20 Modern Kids’ Room Ideas
From playrooms to bedrooms with triple bunks, this collection of neat and playful spaces will be sure to tickle your brain with...
This Kid-Friendly Home Is Full of Surprises
Clad in black-stained cedar, a monolithic family home rises from its alpine setting outside Queenstown, New Zealand.
Be the Star of Your Next Zoom Meeting With These Showstopping Backgrounds
Just like that, your kids’ LEGOs are out of the picture.

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