Swiss MixBuilt for a young family of Spartan-minded clients, architect Felix Oesch's spare, concrete prefab outside of Zurich is a marvel...
Trend Report: What’s Up With Wallpaper?Suddenly, bold patterns are everywhere.
Zirl HouseWhat’s the Right Fragrance for My Bathroom?Matthew Herman, creator of the fantastically named fragrance company Boy Smells, tells us which scent he'd pair with some of our...
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.
Cultural mixWhat’s the Most Overlooked Feature When Planning a Kitchen Renovation?We turned to our panel of Dwell Pros for the answer—here's what they said.
Discuss: What's on Your Playlist?Help us get into the groove.
Ahead of Retirement, a Los Angeles Couple Reimagine Their Home for What’s NextAanda Architects and HYCArch turn a single-story Spanish-style residence into an idyllic haven for aging in place.
What’s the Twist Behind This Home’s Sinuous Staircase? Ordinary PlywoodA renowned architect transforms a 1920s home, drawing upon a palette of plywood and glass to dramatic effect.
Ask an Expert: What Is Biophilia, Really?Yes, it’s about plants. But it could also be the key to a healthier home.
Sofa Bed Versus Wall Bed: What’s Best for Your Small Space?Now that small space living has become more and more common, people are looking for the best types of furniture that will allow...
What's a Color Combo You Love?Roses are red, violets are blue. We want to know your favorite hues.
Dwell Asks: What’s the Smallest Space You’ve Ever Lived In?Inspired by a tiny home vacation rental in Texas Hill Country featured in our January/February issue, we asked our online...
This Summer Is All About Kicking Back, Pool Hangs, and Day Hikes—Here’s What I’m Adding to the MixDwell editor Duncan Nielsen makes his top picks for an unhurried season.
A Modern Montana House Mixes a Love of Art With the OutdoorsTucked in a lush valley, this modern Montana home is a contemporary take on the local rural vernacular.
A Winning Residence in the Spanish Pyrenees Mixes Modern and RusticLocated in Spain’s Eastern Pyrenees, House in La Cerdanya by Dom Arquitectura sits in a restored, historic settlement, expressing...
This Coastal New Zealand Retreat Mixes Business and PleasureNestled in Christchurch, an architect's home and office pays tribute to New Zealand's awe-inspiring surroundings.
What Are Some Standout Examples of Hotel Design?We want to hear about your favorite hotel experiences, from rural bed-and-breakfasts to Mediterranean resorts.
The Power of Color and What Each Shade Is Best ForColor is a design superpower that can make a small room appear larger, or an expansive space feel intimate and cozy.
What Happens When Eviction Moratoriums Expire?A patchwork of state and city protections against evictions is poised to intensify the U.S. housing crisis.
An Inspiring Island Retreat Mixes Scandinavian Style With Japanese SimplicityAt the northern end of the Stockholm archipelago, a humble cottage becomes a gorgeous seaside retreat for a nature-loving family.
This Renovated Loft in a Former Hotel Is the Perfect Mix of Polished and PlayfulWorrell Yeung fuses the Manhattan apartment’s historic details with the owners’ vibrant collection of art and ephemera—and honors...
This Eichler Home in California Mixes Scandinavian Vibes With Midcentury CharmIn the heart of Silicon Valley, a 2,121-square-foot Eichler home oozes with midcentury charm and sophistication after a...
A Holiday Apartment in Poland With the Perfect Mix of Vintage and Custom FurnitureLoft Kolasiński revitalizes a 1920 flat with a medley of unique and classic pieces.
This Timber Prefab by Manta North Is What Dreams Are Made OfThe Scandinavian-inspired prefab—a minimalist design that starts at $179K—is one family’s happy place by the sea.
Prefab, Modular, and Kit Homes—What’s the Difference?Get ready to disentangle the specific modes of construction for homes with ready-made parts.
Discuss: What Would Be Your Ideal Vacation Home?Tell us what and where you would build for your dream retreat.
What's the Best Way to Save Space in a Small Bathroom?To find out the answer, we surveyed our panel of Dwell Pros.
Modern MixWhat Does Opting Into Home Automation Mean for Privacy?With the rapid evolution of the smart home, has privacy become just another setting?
This Is What the Best New Houses in London Look LikeThe Royal Institute of British Architects has spoken.
What if Furniture Worked Like a Swiss Army Knife?Convertible furniture by Stephen Kenn for Victorinox takes inspiration from the acme of efficiency.
A Tiny Cabin in North Carolina Is an Enchanting Mix of Japanese and Scandinavian StyleInspired by a homesteading commune he documented in Western North Carolina, photographer Mike Belleme builds a minimalist retreat...
Magic Mix JuiceryWhat Happens to Cities When We Are Free to Roam?Despite lockdowns and quarantines brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, the question of how to shape public space has never...