Design 101: What Are Alexander Homes, and Why Are They Still So Beloved?The Alexander Construction Company made Palm Springs living accessible to the masses.
9 Beautiful BathtubsNever underestimate the healing powers of a long bath – especially when you get to wear a Waffle Robe and Slippers afterward!...
A 16th-Century Florentine Palazzo Is Transformed Into an Artist ResidencyHoused within the Palazzo Galli Tassi in the heart of Florence, Numeroventi is an artist residency, exhibition space, and loft...
Here Are 20 of the Best Midcentury Renovations in Palm SpringsWe’ve gathered 20 of our favorite homes that maintain their midcentury flavor without sacrificing 21st-century modernizations and...
Spend Your Days Working From Home in This Handsomely Renovated Oakland Loft for $1.2MDesigned by pioneering live/work architect Tom Dolan, the open residence features a floating staircase and a street-level...
9 Modern Prefabs in the DesertThe barren beauty of a desert landscape can be a source of inspiration for off-the-grid prefab living.
Top 9 Gardens of 2020The verdant spaces nominated for the Dwell Design Awards bring these biophilic homes to life.
Top 9 Kitchens of 2020The nominees for this year’s Dwell Design Awards are the epitome of style and function.
Top 9 Bathrooms of 2020From the whimsical to the austerely beautiful, the contenders in this year’s Dwell Design Awards are singular sanctuaries.
Top 9 Dwellings of 2020The homes nominated for this year’s Dwell Design Awards represent the best in creative, context-driven design.
9 Modern Beach BungalowsHumble in size but big on seaside views and low-key vibes, the beach bungalow is a classic staple of beachside culture across the...
9 Marvelous Waterfront HomesWhether it's the sound of waves crashing on the shore, or its entrancing blue color, there is something so relaxing about being...
18 Modern Fireplaces and Fire Pits to Inspire Outdoor LivingWarm nights spent sitting outside with friends are just around the corner—so sit back, relax, and get inspired by these charming...
9 Unusual Modern BathroomsDon't just tile the bathroom floor: tile the walls and ceiling, too. No windows? No problem! Mirrored walls? Why not!
9 Epic Light FixturesLighting circumscribes a space, and therefore how we interpret ourself within that space.
9 Small Spaces With ColorFrom city apartments to vacation rentals and boutique hotels, a daring and creative use of colorful paint, textiles, and other...
Meet “Object & Thing,” New York’s Rule-Breaking New Art and Design FairLaunched by a Frieze art fair veteran, the weekend-long event presents 200 works by both artists and designers in a Bushwick...
Top 9 Objects of 2020A mug reinvented 100 ways and a Bauhaus beehive are among the nominees in this year’s Dwell Design Awards.
Before & After: Twinning Homes in Melbourne Go From Ramshackle to RavishingMairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...
15 Outdoor Kitchens That Inspire Al Fresco DiningCombining culinary creativity with a love of nature, these inspiring kitchens will make you want to cook, dine, and host outdoors...
Donald Wexler Himself Helped Renovate This Palm Springs Prefab RentalNot only did the father of Palm Springs modernism design this steel-and-glass prefab, but he also stepped in to oversee its...
Top 9 Small Spaces of 2020The nominees for this year’s Dwell Design Awards
may be petite, but they pack a big punch.
9 Angular Homes Inspired by GeometryHomes that are characterized by bold, geometric shapes can create an eye-catching presence while also serving functional purposes.
9 Best Modern Staircase DesignsWhile staircases are functional by nature, many architects use them as an opportunity to introduce a graphic design statement to...
9 Stellar San Francisco RenovationsIf you've ever embarked on a renovation in California, you know how challenging the historic preservation laws can be.
9 Modern Bed-and-Breakfasts in EuropeLooking for a more intimate yet modern travel experience? Consider booking your next stay at a bed-and-breakfast, where you can...
The 9 Most Influential Buildings of the DecadeMartha Thorne, executive director of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, selects the most groundbreaking structures of the last...
9 Great Kitchen Cabinet IdeasThough kitchen cabinets play the obvious role of storing food goods, dinnerware, and pots and pans, they also have a powerful...
9 Homes Where Books AboundIn these houses, "getting lit" takes on a more sober definition.
An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of SkylightsA skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...
L.A.'s Newest High SchoolI was serving on jury duty a few months ago, gazing out the window during an interminable discussion about the definition of...
A Look at 10 Iconic Case Study Houses in CaliforniaArchitectural photographer Julius Shulman's iconic image of Pierre Koenig's 1960 modernist masterpiece, the Stahl House—also...
9 Stellar Homes That Venture Off-GridCelebrate Earth Day with these off-grid homes that put sustainability first.
9 Cities That Will Actually Pay You to Live ThereAs metropolitan areas swell in size, smaller towns face diminishing populations and a shortage of talented workers.
9 Soothing Homes Designed for Health and WellnessThese peaceful dwellings are a refuge for the body and mind.
9 Best Homes With Interesting Screened FacadesIf you're looking for a way to make a bold architectural statement from the outside of your home, an experimental screen-like...