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.
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So ValuableWe may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...
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...
A Converted Warehouse Loft in the San Francisco Bay Area Seeks $950KThe radiant space in Emeryville features 19-foot ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a gabled skylight.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Take an Eco-Escape to a Spherical Forest Villa in an Eroded Volcanic Cone in RwandaWith interiors and an architectural style that's deeply rooted in indigenous design traditions, the recently opened Bisate Lodge...
Here’s How to Deck Out Your Home Like a Breezy Palm Springs MidcenturyCultivate a sunny state of mind with these pieces that channel Palm Springs’ brand of midcentury modernism.
For a Cool $25 Million, You Can Buy Richard Neutra’s Most Famous Palm Springs HomeThe Kaufmann Desert House was meticulously restored by Marmol Radziner in the 1990s—and now it’s up for grabs.
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...
A Look at Frank Lloyd Wright's Little-Known PrefabsFrom early modular construction to a portfolio of homes based in the Midwest, we take a look at the prefab residences designed by...
John F. Kennedy’s Former Georgetown Home Lists for $4.7MThe circa 1800 D.C. residence was restored by renowned architect Richard Foster and builder Tom Glass.
Just How Inclusive Is Accessible Design?The Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law 30 years ago. Here’s what it achieved, and where it still falls short.
How Can Higher Education Build a Better Architect?In the 2010s, design/build programs were the cutting edge of architectural education.
A Luxurious Loft Seeks a New Buyer for $1.3M in Arlington, VAThe turnkey two-bedroom caters to entertaining, featuring large living areas and a Sub Zero wine fridge that can fit nearly 150...
5 Design Tips for a Better Night’s SleepIf you’re constantly feeling as if you’re waking up on the wrong side of the bed, it might be time to rethink your bedroom design.
14 Architectural Gingerbread Houses That Are Definitely Not Cookie CutterThese tasty and tasteful gingerbread houses and campers take cues from the best in iconic architecture and design.
Design Digest: A Guggenheim Gallery in Tulum, a Donated Frank Lloyd Wright House, and MoreHere are the design headlines you need to know, including a new gallery in Tulum with Guggenheim family ties, Cranbrook's...
7 Natural Swimming Pools That Are Completely Chlorine-FreeSay goodbye to red eyes—these naturally filtered swimming pools stay clean without chlorine.
Snøhetta’s New Underwater Restaurant in Norway Is Seriously EpicAt Under, a Snøhetta-designed restaurant balanced on the Norwegian coast, guests dine 16 feet below the ocean surface.
5 Modern DishwashersDishwashers don’t seem to hold the same cache as some of the more lust-worthy kitchen appliances (looking at you, gas ranges).
12 Lovely Little LoftsMaking the most of a little spare loft space can add a whole new dimension to your home. Here are a few creative examples.
5 of Our Favorite Lightweight Men’s Jackets for SpringJettison those heavy winter coats and step into spring with these smart, versatile layers.
Jackie O’s Home in Martha’s Vineyard Is Offered at $65MThe vast 340-acre farm includes a Cape Cod-style residence designed by Hugh Newell Jacobsen, the construction of which Jackie...
The Electric Kitchen Has Always Been InevitableA firestorm of recent news is putting the spotlight on gas stoves and their harmful effects, but induction cooking has been...
4 A-Frame Kit House Companies That Ship in the U.S.Building a custom A-frame is easier than ever with the rise of these modern kit home companies.
7 Coolest California PrefabsWith their main components manufactured in a factory and assembled on-site, prefab homes often cost less to build, offer a higher...
7 Stunning Scandinavian HotelsWhat first comes to mind when you think of the Scandinavian lifestyle? If it includes simplicity, comfort, and a connection to...
7 Prefabs Set in NatureOne of the benefits of prefabricated and modular buildings is that they leave minimal construction waste and can be built without...
7 Modern Laundry RoomsMany of us are guilty of thinking of laundry rooms as unremarkable or unattractive parts of our home that don't require much...
7 Modern Architects at HomeWe take a look back at Salone del Mobile's 2014 special exhibition—Where Architects Live—with a sneak peek into the personal...