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This Breezy Brazilian Home Oozes Tropical Vibes
OF House by Studio Otto Felix celebrates natural materials and indoor/outdoor living outside the city of Campinas.
This Concrete Abode Embraces Indonesia's Tropical Climate
An Indonesian architect designs a contemporary concrete home for her family of five in Semarang.
7 Modern Nightstand Options
Once a locker for a midnight loo, the bedside table has taken on a far sweeter function—and a score of forms for holding big...
Fall in Love With Bali at This Tropical, Modern Retreat
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A Tropical Renovation Lifts an Australian Home Into the Treetops
A striking addition draws nature, light, and fresh air into a home just outside of Brisbane.
7 Questions with Maxwell Ryan
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You don’t have to look far to find a host of experienced designers and builders of prefab homes in the Golden State.
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7 Repurposed Churches Around the World
With their stained-glass windows, vaulted ceilings, open-floor plans, and intriguing history, churches that are repurposed into...
7 Glorious Golden State Prefabs
Many architects in California regularly take on the challenge of experimenting with alternative construction methods.
7 Unbelievable Rustic Cabin Makeovers
Contemporary, chic, and oh-so cozy—these rustic cabin makeovers are oozing with design inspiration.
A Creative Dreamworld Complete With Neon Rooms and a Tropical Garden
An artist and an architect build their home, studios, and an exhibition space inside an Antwerp warehouse.
This Tropical Mexican Home Wraps Around a Lush Garden
Designed to feel like a never-ending vacation, Casa TM in Colima boasts a circular enclosure that gives one family a luxurious...
7 Brooklyn Row Houses Renovations
The dream of owning a Brooklyn brownstone is just one of many reasons why people make the move to the popular outer borough.
7 Hawaiian Prefabs and Kit Homes
If you enjoy breathtaking landscapes and sunny beaches, then Hawaii is the perfect destination for you.
Fall For the Tropical Bohemian Charms of This Elegant Hotel in Tulum
Tropical minimalism meets artisanal Mexican craftsmanship in Casa Pueblo, a 16-room boutique hotel in the heart of Tulum that...
7 Most Eco-Friendly Countertops
We used and abused seven eco-friendly countertops to investigate if they could stand the heat of Dwell’s kitchen.
7 Incredible Island Villas in Indonesia
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The occupants of the Aperture House by Formwerkz Architects take shelter under lush foliage and expansive eaves.
7 Iconic Chairs by Hans Wegner
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7 Romantic Palm Springs Getaways
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7 Minimalist Apartments Around The World
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Connect With Bali's Tropical Landscape at One of these Modern Villas
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Bricks and Breezes Keep This Tropical Indonesian Home Cool
A perforated brick brise-soleil fills this lush home with diffuse daylight and cooling breezes.
7 Crafty Alternatives to the Traditional Headboard
These unusual takes on the classic headboard are sure to shake up your bedroom decor.
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This “No Footprint” Prefab Embraces Tropical Modernism and Sustainable Design
A 1,600-square-foot home in Costa Rica takes advantage of passive cooling techniques to tread lightly on the land it sits on.
This Carbon-Negative Cabin in Ecuador Sits Lightly in a Tropical Paradise
The architects’ tiny, modular retreat uses sustainable materials and building techniques to leave the surroundings pristine for...
7 Rustic Retreats with Surprisingly Sleek Interiors
Tucked away in nature, these rugged cabins and barns conceal remarkably refined living spaces.
14 Best Tropical Modern Homes That Upgrade the Island Style
Built for warm climes and lush surroundings, these tropical modern homes take a sophisticated approach to being laid-back.

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