Leave it to Beavers
It’s not unusual for New Yorkers to have problems with their neighbors; after all, many a co-op brawl has started over a little...
The Birds and the Beavers
Connecticut birders happily swap their waterlogged Wellies and foggy field glass for the Wesleyan student–designed SplitFrame, a...
Stay in a Tiny Shingled Cabin in Austria That Resembles a Bird-Like UFO
Next to an old farmhouse in the East Tyrolean village of Nussdorf, Austria, is an unusually shaped, shingle-clad cabin that's...
Design Classic: Eames House Bird
The small decorative black bird is considered one of the most famous Eames pieces, even though it wasn't designed by Eames at all.
A Tiny Cabin for Migrating Birds Rises in Switzerland
The Bird Island House extends a warm, cozy perch to flocks on long-haul flights.
Jeanne Gang Shares Why She Keeps More Than 20 Bird’s Nests in Her Office
The architect reveals how a humble bird’s nest influenced her idea of home.
Ikea Upcycles Furniture Into Homes for Birds, Bees, ​and Bats
Swedish furniture giant Ikea partners with London artists to build homes for wildlife out of repurposed furniture.
Bird-Watchers Will Be Flying High Once This Stunning Tower Is Complete
The winning entry for a bird observational tower in Latvia sets a new bar for how these structures can be built.
A Pair of Hang Gliders Imagine a Home From a Bird’s-Eye View
In Valle de Bravo, Mexico, Francisco Pardo Arquitectos designs a brutalist bunker that disappears into the landscape.
One Family’s Cabin Retreat in Washington Takes Inspiration From a Native Bird
Designed for a family of avid birdwatchers, a series of cabins takes notes from the nest of the native killdeer.
These Prefab Cabins Offer a Bird’s-Eye View of Norway’s Natural Splendor
These sleek, tiny cabins offer the comfort of a hotel room in remote locations across Norway.
Junya Ishigami's Serpentine Pavilion Descends Upon London Like a Giant Black Bird
The first photos of Japanese architect Junya Ishigami's Serpentine Pavilion are revealed amidst controversy at the London gallery.
“Lady Bird” Actor Saoirse Ronan Lists Her Elegant Irish Estate for $1.65M
Located in a seaside town 45 minutes south of Dublin, the five-bedroom residence features cozy rooms that spill out onto a lushly...
Bungee Bird Feeder
Summer is a great time for bungee jumping.
Little Bird Swing
I was on North Haven Island, Maine recently to report a story for the July/August issue of the magazine, and I went to visit a...
Angela Adams and The Birds and The Bees
Angela Adams is largely known for her bold textile design, but more recently she's expanded her line to include clean-edged...
7 Companies Making Beautifully Modern Birdhouses
Here’s how to feed all the neighborhood birds in style.
10 Cliffside Destinations That Will Make You Feel on Top of the World
If you like living on the edge, then staying at a vacation rental or hotel perched on a cliff might give you the rush you seek.
“Cabin Porn: Inside” Is Here—and It’s a Treasure Trove of Outdoor Dreaminess
Ready to command your coffee table, the second Cabin Porn book is packed with more than 70 awe-inspiring outdoor retreats.
At 820 Square Feet, This Glass-Ensconced Cabin Feels Bigger Than It Is
With its large covered porch and glazed walls, the Beaver Creek Cabin frames the forest like a picture.
Bird Calls from Sweet Bella
The design world, like Tippi Hedren, pecked on all sides, has fallen prey to the birds.
45 Pets in Beautiful Modern Homes
Here at Dwell, we love animals—and so do the individuals and families who have graced our pages.
7 Prefab Companies That Oregon Dwellers Should Know
The Beaver State is known for its abundant forests—and these modular homes emphasize sustainability while connecting to the...
Two Rammed-Earth Buildings Host a Sustainable Live/Work Space For a Colorado Artist
Serving as an art studio/residence for artist Rebecca DiDomenico, Swoon Art House has been built from 100-percent renewable...
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.
Casa Pájaro de Plata By John Osborne
A gorgeous house in the middle of the Costa Rican jungle.
A Fantastic Egg-Shaped Camping Pod Along the Loire Estuary
Based on the travels of a beloved French naturalist, Mr. Plocq's Caballon is a rounded cabin that takes a page from both naval...
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.
Rustic Cabins Comprise This Impossibly Idyllic Hotel in Norway
Set in a beautiful stretch of fjord country about 250 miles northwest of Oslo, the Juvet Landscape Hotel is the kind of place you...
Hide Out in a Tiny Concrete-and-Shingle Cottage For Rent in Cornwall
At the end of a winding country lane on the north coast of Cornwall, England, is a quirky vacation rental that combines modern...
8 Best Dwell Penthouses
One of the best aspects of living in a high-rise in the middle of the city is the spectacular view you may be able to enjoy.
34 Modern Accessories Purr-fect For Your Pampered Pet
Great design isn't just reserved for humans.
Why Plants Improve Mornings
Not everyone is a morning person—and that’s okay.
Before & After: A Classic School Bus Becomes This Family of Four’s Home on the Road
With a gray exterior and crisp, white shiplap interiors, this Blue Bird All American skoolie is a stylish home base for a...
Great Speeches in Architectural History: The Floo Floo Bird
President Obama's inaugural address yesterday sent me running for William Safire's splendid compendium of great speeches (he used...
This Designer Is Changing Architecture Education With a Solar-Powered Mobile Classroom
Maya Bird-Murphy, founder of Chicago Mobile Makers, converted a Postal Service truck into a pop-up design classroom for...

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