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.
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...
#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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
‘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!
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.
Dwell 24: Ayako Aratani and Evan FayAyako Aratani, 34, and Evan Fay, 29, are studio partners determined to go their own ways.
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.
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.
This Pristine Portland Midcentury Will Let You Live Among the Trees for $1.35MThe 1955 stunner boasts forest views from every room.
Guess Which Humble Material Made This 100-Year-Old Building Super Energy-EfficientTasked with renovating a dilapidated structure, an architect saw the opportunity for an unconventional eco-friendly design to...
Sweden’s Tallest Timber Building Is a Towering Feat of Sustainable ArchitectureAirtight and quick to assemble, Sweden’s carbon-sequestering Kajstaden tower is a beacon for green building.
The Soft SpotAs designers embrace the idea of directing their skills toward doing good in the world, a collective of students and alumni from...
British Brand Mulberry Opens S.F. OutpostBritish clothing company Mulberry opened their first West Coast boutique in San Francisco this past week.
11 Celebrity Homes That Showcase Desert Modernism in Rancho MirageBing Crosby, Lucille Ball, and Frank Sinatra were just a few of the notable homeowners in Rancho Mirage, a desert resort just...
Sleek Geodesic Domes Make Up This Canadian Eco-RetreatDômes Charlevoix in Quebec features three kit domes that have been decked out by Bourgeois/Lechasseur Architectes.