The Shiny Tile Wrapping This Melbourne Home Reflects the Greenery Around It
A weatherboard cottage gets an open and airy rear addition that features opulent green tile and contrasting spotted gum timber.
The Truth About Thread Count (It’s Not Important)
Conventional wisdom dictates that when shopping for bedding, the higher the thread count, the nicer the sheet.
An Old Airstream Is Transformed Into a Midcentury-Inspired Dream Machine
This masterfully renovated 1965 Airstream oozes modern luxury in 216 square feet.
Artist Jay Nelson Turns Cars, Trucks, and Boats Into Adventure-Seeking Dream Machines
Inspired by the call of the open road, San Francisco–based artist Jay Nelson crafts curvaceous campers from reclaimed materials.
Q&A: Neri Oxman Sees Buildings of the Future as Being Designed More Like Organisms Than Machines
A conversation with architect, artist, and MIT Media Lab professor Neri Oxman.
REBAR at Machine Gallery
REBAR, a collective of artists, designers, and activists based in San Francisco—masterminds of PARK(ing) Day LA—will be at...
A Look at Living Machine Systems
Recently, Dwell had the opportunity to tour the San Francisco’s Public Utilities Commission headquarters, which seemed...
Ceramic Artist Francesca DiMattio Explores the Beauty in Domesticity
Francesca DiMattio's large-scale ceramic sculptures turn elements of functional design into dramatic works of art.
The Brise Soleils Wrapping Brazil’s Copan Building Are On Full Display in This Refreshed Apartment
Partitions along the glass facade were removed to enhance views through the Oscar Neimeyer–designed structure’s signature...
This Warm, Inviting Home Captures the Best of Coastal Living on a Tiny L.A. Lot
Designed by Ras-a Studio, the Walk-Street House lives much larger than its compact site—thanks in part to plentiful outdoor areas...
9 Cordless Vacuum Cleaners That Don’t Suck
These cleaning machines excel at picking up dirt and debris.
The Wayback Machine: Your Solar House
Before the word "solar" evoked images of flat PV panels stuck on rooftops, many architects already had a mind to use the sun to...
Dwell Evaluates 5 Home Espresso Machines
Bitter black brew got you down? Lackluster crema floating in your cup? With the assistance of an espresso expert, Dwell evaluates...
7 Questions For Mark Allen of Machine Project
I met Mark Allen about 10 years ago when he was getting his MFA, and even back then he was a connector.
Across the Ocean
With a novel use for an ultra-lightweight material, two academics build their ideal home—then ship it overseas for assembly.
It Took a Neighborhood to Build This Beachside Bungalow
A California beach community rallies around a well-considered addition to its laid-back streets.
Some Fun and Festive Wrapping Papers for All Your Last-Minute Gifts
Unwrapping a gift is half the fun!
A Sleek Australian Dwelling Keeps its Cool With Passive Design
Outside Melbourne, a light-filled residence with a private garden cuts a narrow figure to minimize solar impact.
Product Spotlight: Woven Lamp and Accessory Design
The contemporary design scene is rife with reclaimed-timber furniture and reawakened cottage industries.
Best Gifts to Give the Coffee Connoisseur
These days, modern coffee lovers are faced with endless options when it comes to brewing the perfect cup of joe.
Before & After: A Single Door Connects This San Francisco Bungalow’s Past With Its Future
“You feel like you’re walking through a time machine,” says architect Robert Edmonds.
Before & After: A Decrepit 1970s A-Frame in Minnesota Is Reborn as a Cozy Family Escape
Taiga Design + Build introduces Kebony siding and Scandinavian vibes to a charming but dilapidated cabin on Lake Superior.
Why Textile Superstar Nani Marquina Treasures This Thrown-Out Chair
An authentic Thonet chair found by her father is a daily reminder of durability and resistance.
A Bespoke Coffee Station Recalls the Java Dreams of a Couple’s Former Life in Brazil
Lalita Koehler and her partner, Fabio Costa, worked with the team at ras-a studio to design their award-winning home near Los...
Elon Musk Wants to Merge Humans with Artificial Intelligence
Elon Musk’s Neuralink has created a new brain chip to help us make “better connections to the world, to ourselves, and to each...
The Dwell 24: Tiffany Loy
Tiffany Loy’s woven art draws from her deep knowledge of traditional techniques across Singapore, England, and Japan.
10 Prefabricated or Modular Structures That Use Plywood in Creative Ways
Lightweight, affordable, and flexible, plywood has all the warmth of wood, while being perfect for prefab and modular...
Before & After: A Washed-Up Venice Beach Shack Catches a Second Wave
Veneer Designs turns a crumbling home into a beachside paradise.
A Colorful Apartment Inspired by Paper Patterns Used in Fashion
For the young homeowner, a French-educated fashion designer, Waterfrom Design created a colorful, sophisticated apartment...
The 7 Hardest-Working Air Purifiers for Homes With Pets
We all love our furry friends, but everyone could do without the dander.
Live Large in This Marmol Radziner–Designed Home That's Asking $16.9M
The acclaimed firm builds a bright, modern residence that boasts green roofs, a movie theater, a gym, a pair of guest suites, and...
This Tiny Home Was 3D Printed in Half a Day For Less Than $2,000
SQ3D just 3D printed an entire home in less than 12 hours—and the process used about as much current as a standard hair dryer.
A San Francisco Design Collective Reveals its Impeccably Cool Creative Studio
Nicole Hollis and her thriving design collective just completed a six-month renovation that transformed a 1920s industrial space...
10 Homes With Clever Storage Solutions
Need to free up space in your home? Here are some helpful storage ideas that may be quite unexpected.
How to Safely and Efficiently Tackle Laundry During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Whether you use the sink, an at-home washing machine, or venture to the local laundromat, these tips will help you keep your...
An Experimental Micro-Office Glows Like a Lighthouse in L.A.
An imaginative design/build firm challenges its skill sets by crafting an experimental and modern office in an industrial pocket...

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