The radiant space in Emeryville features 19-foot ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a gabled skylight.

High ceilings, hardwood floors, and endless bay windows make this Pacific Heights home an airy sanctuary.

We may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...

Vandeventer + Carlander used an inverted floor plan to fit in multiple outdoor spaces and a bedroom overlooking the water’s edge.

The chic William Cody–designed home comes with a sizable wraparound bar that’s ideal for entertaining.

You can choose from a riverfront studio in the famous "Corn Cob Towers" and the former home of Game of Thrones author George R.R....

The Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law 30 years ago. Here’s what it achieved, and where it still falls short.

Never underestimate the healing powers of a long bath – especially when you get to wear a Waffle Robe and Slippers afterward!...

The 1959 residence designed by Bay Area architect Robert Klemmedson takes inspiration from the Katsura Imperial Villa in Kyoto,...

At Under, a Snøhetta-designed restaurant balanced on the Norwegian coast, guests dine 16 feet below the ocean surface.

Housed within the Palazzo Galli Tassi in the heart of Florence, Numeroventi is an artist residency, exhibition space, and loft...

A decades-long housing policy that segregated U.S. cities still plagues Black communities today.

Dishwashers don’t seem to hold the same cache as some of the more lust-worthy kitchen appliances (looking at you, gas ranges).

The barren beauty of a desert landscape can be a source of inspiration for off-the-grid prefab living.

The verdant spaces nominated for the Dwell Design Awards bring these biophilic homes to life.

The nominees for this year’s Dwell Design Awards are the epitome of style and function.

From the whimsical to the austerely beautiful, the contenders in this year’s Dwell Design Awards are singular sanctuaries.

The homes nominated for this year’s Dwell Design Awards represent the best in creative, context-driven design.

Humble in size but big on seaside views and low-key vibes, the beach bungalow is a classic staple of beachside culture across the...

Whether it's the sound of waves crashing on the shore, or its entrancing blue color, there is something so relaxing about being...

Don't just tile the bathroom floor: tile the walls and ceiling, too. No windows? No problem! Mirrored walls? Why not!

Lighting circumscribes a space, and therefore how we interpret ourself within that space.

From city apartments to vacation rentals and boutique hotels, a daring and creative use of colorful paint, textiles, and other...

Say goodbye to red eyes—these naturally filtered swimming pools stay clean without chlorine.

If you have a nomadic streak and like waking up in a different place every few months, weeks, or even days, then a home on wheels...

A mug reinvented 100 ways and a Bauhaus beehive are among the nominees in this year’s Dwell Design Awards.

A skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...

Perched high above Honolulu, the updated midcentury has exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking...

In 1892, when John Muir founded the Sierra Club, the only "web" he knew about was the kind spun by spiders, and social...

In January 2003, we issued a challenge to 16 architects: Design a modern prefab home for $200,000.

In addition to the 5,200-square-foot residence that opens to a wraparound pool, the sprawling property comes with a three-bedroom...

A year ago, Icon proved it could 3D print a structure you’d actually want to live in. Now, it’s building a cluster of 3D-printed...

Small and cozy, these gorgeously furnished mobile homes will convince you to downsize and hit the road in minutes.

Comprised of four modules arranged around a central courtyard, this home is a fresh take on the casa de fin de semana.

The renovated home comes with a spacious home office and a converted, detached garage that’s rental ready.

The nominees for this year’s Dwell Design Awards may be petite, but they pack a big punch.