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.
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.
A Sun-Drenched Cottage on the L.A. Coast Asks $2.5MThe renovated home comes with a spacious home office and a converted, detached garage that’s rental ready.
Solar Decathlon Virtual ToursThough I couldn’t make it out to Washington, DC, this weekend to see the final days of the Solar Decathlon—which wrapped up...
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...
The 33 Hottest Sales to Shop This Fourth of JulyThe only things more explosive than Fourth of July fireworks are these amazing sales on bedding, mattresses, appliances, home...
Get Organized and Productive With Our New Homework Collection From Modern by Dwell MagazineAfter launching our new Dwell x Target collection back in December, we've continued to bring you modern pieces for your home that...
The Rise and Resurgence of the Great American Row HouseThroughout U.S. history, the row house has endured and adapted as an underappreciated model for accessible urban housing.
How Can Higher Education Build a Better Architect?In the 2010s, design/build programs were the cutting edge of architectural education.
The Only John Lautner Home in Anchorage Asks $1.2MThe Harpel Residence II is one of a select few homes the master architect designed outside of California.
Asking $220K, an Architect’s Handcrafted Earthen Home Seeks a Visionary Buyer in VermontBob Chappelle used polystyrene panels, coated with mud and cement, to build the four-domed structure.
Neil Young and the Linc-VoltNeil Young (yes, that Neil Young) envisions a time when the owners of formerly gas-guzzling land-yachts will be the masters of...
6 Design Apps and Services You Should Know for Your Next RenovationFrom crowdsourcing answers to finding the right general contractor, these startup companies are here to help you navigate your...
#F015 by Förstberg Ling #F015 is a minimal interior located in Stockholm, Sweden, designed by Förstberg Ling.
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.
VOLATA: The App Controlled BicycleSan Francisco-based Volata Cycles have engineered a bicycle worthy of a “2.0” designation, one designed to work in unison with...
Travel Back in Time to William F. Cody’s Now-Razed Desert ModernFeatured in Monacelli’s new book, “Master of the Midcentury: The Architecture of William F. Cody,” the 1963 Shamel Residence was...
IconJar is an Incredible App to Manage Your IconsThe Dutch may be known for many things, but icons aren't normally one of them...
New Rietveld App for iPhonesYou've probably heard of Gerrit Rietveld's Schröder House, but did you know that he designed over 200 buildings in the...
Try Mindful for ChromeEvery once in a while you come across a tool that entirely changes your worklow for the better.
A look back at some of my favorite camerasAs a photographer, I love all types of cameras.
Manage Your Next Design Project with DropmarkAny project that is worth doing, is worth doing right.
A Passive House in the Netherlands Embodies 5 Tips to Consider When Planning Your OwnThis 2,500-square-foot Passive House was built using a panelized system—meaning the parts of the house were delivered from the...
Happy Birthday, HVACHere's a random fact for the day: July 17, 2012, marks the 110th anniversary of the humble air conditioner.
‘Tis the Season to Win $5,000 in Custom-Made Prefabricated Railings from AGS Stainless on Dwell.comDwell.com’s Annual “Merry Modern Giveaway” Features the Best Modern Products of the Year – Including AGS Stainless Railings!
Architecture Reads on Google BooksFar be it from me to suggest you spend your spare computer time reading—those R. Kelly vids are certainly not going to watch...
The App That Puts You in Charge When Searching for a HomeAfter just launching their brand in February, Southern California-based brokerage Nook Real Estate has just come out with a new...
House F Antwerp by Hans Verstuyft ArchitectenHouse F Antwerp is a minimal residence located in Antwerp, Belgium, designed by Hans Verstuyft Architecten.
Discuss: What's Your Favorite Work of Architecture in Film?Architecture can certainly play a starring role. We're asking our community to share their favorite homes in film.
F Residence by Shinichi Ogawa & AssociatesF Residence is a minimal home located in Gifu, Japan, designed by Shinichi Ogawa & Associates.
Olympus PEN-F Digital Camera ReviewTechnology and legacy don't often go hand in hand.
Karuizawa Tunnel by O. F. D. A.Karuizawa Tunnel is a minimal house located in Nagano, Japan, designed by O. F. D. A..
Friday Finds 7.22.11In our current issue, we explored design for families, ranging from multi-generational households to couples with young children.
Dwell 24: Ayako Aratani and Evan FayAyako Aratani, 34, and Evan Fay, 29, are studio partners determined to go their own ways.
Jason F. McLennan reviews 5 eco-toiletsVictorian technology has no business being the receptacle for your business. It’s time to outmode the common commode.
Watch How One Company Brings Timeless Design to Educational Apps For KidsThis September, TEDxNewYork took place at Manhattan's SVA Theatre, where creative minds across various industries came together...