On a Rock in a Hard Place
In an unlikely mountaintop locale, Anderson Anderson Architecture crafted a home out of a complex composition of off-the-shelf...
A Minimalist House Stands Out in a Wild Landscape
This Napa Valley residence by Feldman Architecture contrasts glass and concrete with evergreens and grasses.
A Minimalist Winter Chalet Stands Tall on Stilts
High House's white concrete panel cladding blends into the snowy environment of Québec City.
The Best Places to Buy Chic, Affordable Rugs
Freshen up your home with a stylish, budget-friendly rug from one of these top-rated retailers.
A Modern Mobile Home Dropped in Place by Crane
On the edge of a historic park in an English shire, a prefabricated home sets a new design standard.
This Breezy Sydney Home Stands Strong Against Bushfires
In the Western Sydney suburb of North Rocks, a sustainably renovated home embraces the outdoors in more ways than one.
This Santa Barbara Yurt Is the Ultimate Place to Recharge
We spend the night in a spacious, one-of-a-kind yurt that overlooks the Channel Islands and knits together local history and...
7 Places to Rent For the Perfect Roman Holiday
When in Rome...stay in one of these chic vacation rentals.
9 Smart Home Devices For Aging in Place
With these systems and connected devices installed, your smart home can help take care of you in your golden years.
A Whimsical, Charred-Wood Teahouse Stands on Stilts in Germany
Japanese architect Terunobu Fujimori’s latest teahouse creation floats among pine trees at the Museum Insel Hombroich.
A Family Guesthouse Made for Accessibility, Aging in Place—and That View
With both an aging relative and a wheelchair user in mind, architect Neal Schwartz creates a family guesthouse designed to be...
This Cozy Cabin Stands Above the Forest Floor on a Single Leg
Studio Puisto Architects craft a calming retreat for nature lovers in a secluded Finnish forest.
The 9 Best Places to Buy an Affordable, Stylish Sofa
Pick up a cozy couch from one of these nine brands, and you'll still have cash left to make rent.
This Coastal Prefab Stands Tall Above Rising Sea Levels
RES4’s modular approach provides a Brooklyn family with a beautiful, weatherproof retreat on Long Island.
A Surreal Mirrored Cabin Stands High Above the Earth in Sweden
Suspended on stilts, the Illusion Villa provides a bird’s-eye view of flora and fauna in Eriksberg Wildlife Park.
7 Stand-Out Sustainable Prefab Firms in New England
From the use of structural insulated panels to achieving net-zero energy capability, these New England firms are paving the way...
The Top 6 Places to Buy Standout Removable Wallpaper
Dress up your space with these peel-and-stick products—no commitment required.
An Energy-Efficient Home Allows Graceful Aging-in-Place
On the Australian coast, a forever home offers an adventurous couple a comfortable and worry-free home to age in place.
This Resurrected Beach Home Near Sydney Stands on a Concrete Leg
Tama’s Tee House is a breezy, renovated beach house that takes its name from a T-shaped, concrete “unipod” that supports new...
10 Modern and Stylish Places to Stay in Hong Kong
In the densely packed city of Hong Kong, space comes at a premium—so many apartments and hotel rooms may be smaller than you'd...
A Texas Couple Builds Their Cast-In-Place Concrete Dream Home
Finding inspiration in the work of Tadao Ando, a Houston couple design the concrete house of their dreams.
A Glass-and-Stucco Retreat Outside Los Angeles Stands Up to the Sun
This home’s dramatic roof overhangs, monumental stucco walls, and sliding glass doors respond to its mountainous setting.
The Things All Designers Do to Make Their Home a Happier Place
While we generally see ourselves as silver-lining kind of people, the reality is, bad days happen to good people.
Welcome to Your Forever Home: Smart Tech For Aging in Place
The smart tech revolution holds particular promise for aging in place.
A Timber-Clad Home in Australia Is a Striking Place to Grow Old In
At first glance, the dramatic facade of this coastal home in Victoria, Australia, might seem to contradict its name—Humble...
8 Places to Stay in Rome for Under $100 Per Night
Poet Tibullus famously called Rome “the Eternal City”—but you won't have to save for an eternity to book one of these...
10 Best Places For Design Nerds to Dine in Mexico City
Mexico City is the creative haven du jour teeming with epicurean delights, stunning architecture, and a bustling arts scene.
10 Best-Designed Places to Eat and Drink in Portland, Oregon
From vegan pizza to Korean dumplings, Portland has a diverse range of cafes, bars, and restaurants to explore.
10 Alluring Places to Stay in Japan Under $300 a Night
A journey through the Land of the Rising Sun should be on every traveler’s bucket list.
The Best Places to Shop Small for Holiday Gifts in Los Angeles
Skip the Grove—and any stressful shopping hub, for that matter.
A Bold and Playful Melbourne Home Dares to Stand Out From the Crowd
In Fitzroy North, an all-female architecture team crafts a “family home of the future” that champions great design.
16 Places to Stay in Barcelona for Less Than $100 a Night
Stay in this vibrant city for less—without compromising comfort and style.
The Best Places to Shop Small for Holiday Gifts in the Bay Area
Tackle your gift list and support local businesses at these can’t-miss stores.
8 Cool Places to Rent on Your Next Trip to Chicago
With its iconic skyscrapers such as the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower, the Art Deco Carbide & Carbon Building, and modern structures...
Shelter in Place: How Our Readers Are Adjusting to the New Normal
Dining rooms everywhere are working overtime as offices, yoga studios, and game zones—and weekend warriors are camping out on the...
A Black Gable Villa in Copenhagen Stands Out From Its Stately Neighbors
The modern dwelling incorporates its woodsy-yet-urban surrounds through copious glazing.

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