Split the Difference
When the plan to add a second story to a century-old Montreal house crumbled due to a weak foundation, architect Marc-André...
Garden Guide: The Difference Between Hardscape and Softscape
You’ve most likely heard of landscape before, but you may be less familiar with its two main components: hardscape and softscape.
Percale vs. Sateen: What’s the Difference?
When we set out to create the perfect sleep experience, we knew it would depend on one core factor: fabric.
Prefab, Modular, and Kit Homes—What’s the Difference?
Get ready to disentangle the specific modes of construction for homes with ready-made parts.
These Shop Owners Have a Killer Apartment Right Upstairs
A pair of Toronto boutique owners and their architects surpass expectations for above-the-shop living with a renovation that...
This Modern Loft For Sale Will Have You Dreaming of Berlin
A converted attic in a turn-of-the-century building in Berlin’s Charlottenburg neighborhood asks over $4 million.
10 Brewpubs That Have Tapped the Art of Modern Design
Enjoying a bit of conversation over a beer is a pastime that goes back centuries, and today, new iterations of the proverbial...
7 Modern Hotels in Mexico You Have to Visit
Thinking of escaping to Mexico for a little R&R? Check in to one of these cool modern hotels and you’ll be having fun in the sun...
Have You Ever Wanted to Stay in a Norwegian Sea Cabin?
Adventure calls on this Norwegian island that hosts cantilevered glass cabins and endless possibilities for the explorer at heart.
9 Cor-Ten Steel Homes That Have Aged to Perfection
Over time, these homes have taken on beautiful, earthen tones, settling into their natural surroundings.
Here's What Norse Mythology and Modern Architecture Have in Common
From skiing to soaking up the sun, a family retreat for all seasons.
10 Tiny Cabin Homes That Will Have You Headed to the Forest
Tiny homes have officially become a thing.
This Dramatic Renovation in Portugal Will Have You on the Edge of Your Seat
In the former Puppeteers’ Quarter of Sintra, Portugal, REDO Architects sets the stage for an enchanting home that blends old and...
You Don’t Have to be a Narcissist to Update Your Vanity
Here are eight ways to give your bathroom a budget-friendly makeover.
These 7 Hawaiian Modernist Escapes Will Have You Dreaming of the Islands
If you've ever entertained fantasies of a modernist escape on a tropical island, you'll fully understand why each of these...
East Fork Is Having a Super-Rare Seconds Sale on Monday
We’re more than a little excited.
These Self-Sufficient Island Cabins in Finland Have All the Comforts of Home
Designed for both work and play, this peaceful escape includes a traditional Finnish sauna and a workshop.
A Russian Architect’s Ethereal Glass Houses Have Captivated the Internet
Alex Nerovnya shares the process and inspirations behind his Instafamous rendered homes.
These Contemporary Lake Tahoe Chalets Have Ski-In, Ski-Out Access
Located at the Northstar Resort in Truckee, California, these LEED Gold residences offer views of the slopes—and a few are...
Building 101: How to Work With a Contractor When You Have an Architect
Read this before you embark on a project working alongside a contractor and an architect.
10 Breezy Bachs That’ll Have You Running to the Beach
We’re totally buying into the idea of the New Zealand bach—a modest beach house soaked in sun and surf.
The Must-Have Home Decor to Get Your Space Cozy for Fall
Fall is just around the corner—from a multi-colored sheepskin rug to charcuterie boards and more, this is what you need to get...
A Women-Run Restaurant in Nashville Invites Visitors to Just Have Fun
Henrietta Red’s look is unusual for most Nashville restaurants—but that’s because the team behind it is, too.
15 Herman Miller Projects That Have Changed Our Way of Living
In the pages of Phaidon’s “Herman Miller: A Way of Living,” we find the evolution of the legendary furniture company—and its...
Kanye West’s Prefab Dome Homes Have Been Demolished
The Star Wars–inspired structures have been torn down after Yeezy failed to adhere to permitting regulations and ignored a...
Some of Our Favorite Brands Are Having Seriously Hot August Sales
Shop the month’s best deals in tech, clothing, home decor, and more.
17 Must-Have Travel Accessories to Elevate Your Next Trip
We select the best-designed travel accessories to take with you wherever you go.
7 Historic Ceilings in Modern Homes That Have Been Beautifully Preserved
These spaces let contemporary design take charge everywhere—except for the ceiling, where history rules the design.
20 Modern Dog Beds You’ll Actually Want to Have on Display
These stylish cushions will not only keep the paws off your furniture—they’ll complement your current arrangement.
Design Icons: 24 Modern Architects and Designers That Have Shaped Our World
Brush up on the work and legacies of these iconic architects and designers whose influence on modern design is hard to overstate.
10 Things You Should Absolutely Have in Your Home Emergency Kit
Here’s what you should have in your survival kit in case of a natural disaster.
Have a Look at the World’s First 3D-Printed Home Made Entirely of Clay
After years in the making, it’s finally time to meet TECLA—an eco-friendly model home designed in the likeness of a wasp’s nest.
Here Are the World’s Most Exciting Design Destinations—and Why You Have to Visit
Designers at the center of five emerging creative scenes tell us why their city should be on your radar right now—and, hopefully...
Enamelware Is Having a Moment: Here Are 10 Pieces You Should Add to Your Kitchen
Campfire, picnic, or dinner party? Enamelware does it all with class.
Do You Have the Next Amazing Airbnb Listing? Enter Our Contest Now
Announcing the Undiscovered Airbnb contest: Dwell is looking the world over for the next great stay.

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