The Wall of Storage came after the couple moved in.

Move L portable speaker in Mint by NudeAudio, $99 A Bluetooth speaker is a must for impromptu alfresco gatherings. This one boasts a passive subwoofer and an eight-hour battery.

Portrait of a couple on their wedding day.

"As you build and nurture an audience for your brand...they become more protective of the brand." -Noa Santos (center right) of Homepolish.

Wearing rubber gloves, apply the oil, starting from the corner of the room farthest from the door. Apply an even layer of oil all over the floor, using a wide floor brush or paintbrush. Use a small paintbrush for edges.

The Bossel family moved into their home a year ago from an apartment in central Stockholm that was half the size.

The large deck was falling apart when the Pfeiffers moved in, necessitating a serious overhaul of the lower level.

Using medium-grade sandpaper, sand down the front and edges of wooden, painted, or varnished doors or drawer fronts with power sander (2A) or sanding block (2B).

Olafur Eliasson's "Your Rainbow Panorama."

Though the robot here is physically painting this piece of art, its motions were controlled by festival attendees. The Move.Me software tool lets people use a PlayStation Move game motion controller to control the robot's movements. It's like robotic surgery just on a far more basic level and using video game equipment.

Most tiles come in boxes or sheets enough to cover one square foot. Simply measure the length and width of area in feet and multiply to calculate the number of tiles to buy.

Hiring a general contractor (GC) may not be as exciting as picking an architect, but it’s definitely as important. After all, this is the person who will determine whether you’re sleeping in a beautiful new bedroom or a motel when your projected move-in date rolls around.

"Your Rainbow Panorama," Olafur Eliasson, 2006-2011. Eliasson's team created a 360-degree walkway above the ARoS Aarhus Kunstmuseum in Denmark, which provides panoramic views of the surrounding city, filtered through colored glass that forms a rainbow loop.

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If you spring for the full kit ($85), you get a wool carrying case, and a rope-inspired Lightning cable for new iPads and iPhones. If using less energy in your daily life appeals to you, the Powerslayer is the most design-minded and functional option you can find.

This home was moved into almost two years ago, but shows little wear.

Whether it's your Mackintosh or your hardhat, the metallic pegs on the Vai-te-undo offer a healthy hook.

Bobs Your Uncle Russel Wright Creamer and Sugar -aqua Crafted from durable, shatterproof melamine, this cream and sugar set is perfect on it's own to add a pop of color to your table or coordinated with any other pieces from the award-winning Russel Wright collection. BPA Free. Dishwasher safe. Find this item at the Dwell Store.

Inside the house, the speed of the planet’s rotation is indicated by the rate of the light beam’s movement over the floor and walls. When the Burkes first moved in, the speed of shifting light made them dizzy.

Be sure to look at multiple neighborhoods, and be willing to rework your "must haves" in order to move into a new home.

Despite their fidelity to the original structure, the residents made small changes, notably in the kitchen: The wood-veneered island was moved to create more circulation space behind it and finished in white lacquer and stainless steel. Wood cabinetry above the island was exchanged for a steel ventilation unit.

“When you get light filtered through the trees, there’s no better way to wake up or move through your day,” Krista adds.

Consider an open layout. When there’s a crowd in your kitchen, it’s important to ensure that people are comfortable and can move around and mingle with ease.

The home is currently being rented out to recoup some building costs, and the owners are considering a permanent move after their daughter leaves for college.

Bobs Your Uncle Russel Wright Full Place Setting Mid-century industrial designer Russel Wright believed that the table was the center of the home. First designed over 60 years ago, the Russel Wright Residential Collection is available once again, crafted from durable, shatterproof melamine. Winner of the Good Design Award from the Museum of Modern Art (1953, 1954), the Residential Collection remains an icon of the 20th century––and now 21st century––home. BPA Free. Dishwasher safe. Find this item at the Dwell Store.

Other sensors on toilets project a beam of light that, when a hand interferes, senses movement. Kohler’s system projects an electromagnetic field that they say is more accurate and reliable.

The enclosed run allows your pet to roam safely and securely.

Should your cabinet of curiosities lack an illuminated crystal formation, this 2008 Table Chandelier for Swarovski will surely brighten your Fortress of Solitude.

The vinyl furniture is easy to move and neatly stows away in a wall shelf when not in use.

The pour moves on to the living room where the red PEX radiant heat tubing is evident.

The pull-down scrims over the lap pool move with the breeze within the public space.

Finally, in a very Chia move, the Green Trace Umbrella Stand absorbs the water that drips off your umbrella and uses it to sprout small patches of greenery. A fine addition to any foyer!

Portable salon trolleys under a vanity are a cool and unusual choice for bathroom storage. And it you can always move it to different areas of your bathroom to suit changing needs.

The homes come move-in ready, with appliances, furniture, and finishes chosen by the owner.