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.
How to Homeschool During the Coronavirus Pandemic
First, don't feel bad that you are not adequately prepared for this crisis—most of us aren't.
Here’s How to Deck Out Your Home Like a Breezy Palm Springs Midcentury
Cultivate 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 Home
The Kaufmann Desert House was meticulously restored by Marmol Radziner in the 1990s—and now it’s up for grabs.
The Rise of the Kidney-Shaped Pool and Its Unexpected Impact on Skate Culture
Who knew the sport of skateboarding owed so much to Alvar Aalto?
The Legacy of the First Licensed Black Architect in Texas Lives Here
A compelling book details how John S. Chase impacted modernism through the low-slung Houston home he designed for his family with...
A 16th-Century Florentine Palazzo Is Transformed Into an Artist Residency
Housed within the Palazzo Galli Tassi in the heart of Florence, Numeroventi is an artist residency, exhibition space, and loft...
Before & After: Twinning Homes in Melbourne Go From Ramshackle to Ravishing
Mairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...
Danny Seo's "Upcycling"
In a new book out this August, upcycling ace Danny Seo guides readers through the craft of taking trash and everyday objects and...
A Minimalist Mexican Retreat Uses an Array of Strategies to Beat the Heat
Comprised of four modules arranged around a central courtyard, this home is a fresh take on the casa de fin de semana.
Opinion: Will Our Future Be All-Electric?
Cities across the country are banning natural gas in new homes.
10 Buildings We Love by Piers Taylor
Known for his stripped-back approach to home design, RIBA award-winning architect Piers Taylor focuses more on light and space...
66 Outstanding Fireplace Designs for Your Modern Home
Customize your fireplace or mantel with these modern designs that combine style and utility.
Dwell Reflects on Frank Lloyd Wright in Honor of the 150th Anniversary of His Birth
It's no secret that Frank Lloyd Wright has received his fair share of coverage over the years at Dwell—and rightfully so,...
2 Hillcrest by Peter Goodhue
A New Jersey property’s dark rooms and halls get a refresh that embraces a Scandinavian approach to design.
An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of Skylights
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...
The Electric Kitchen Has Always Been Inevitable
A firestorm of recent news is putting the spotlight on gas stoves and their harmful effects, but induction cooking has been...
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So Valuable
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...
An Old Fisherman's House in Sicily Is Transformed Into 2 Apartments
With their property rental business "I Am Sicily" in mind, architects Francesco Moncada and Mafalda Rangel turned a dilapidated...
Stay in This 3D-Printed Tiny House
In Amsterdam, DUS Architects create a recyclable urban retreat. Learn more at houseofdus.com 
Could Cohousing Save Your Life in a Climate Disaster?
When a wildfire and freak ice storm made me face my eco-anxiety head on, I set out to see if community-forward co-living might...
Vitra's Newest Space is a Furniture Fanatic's Fantasy
Aalto, and Rietveld, and Panton—oh my! With the Herzog & de Meuron–designed Schaudepot, the Vitra Design Museum showcases more...
In Austin, a Brand New “Japandi” Home Hits the Market for $799K
Designed by CoXist Studio, the two-level residence pairs light and dark wood with custom tile and serene outdoor spaces.
Will 3D Printing Solve the Affordable Housing Crisis?
3D printing’s impact on construction is slowly materializing.
Designer to Know: O/D\O Lab
Architect Paul Lee and furniture maker Anthony Abbate celebrate the inherent beauty of wood with a humble and timeless collection...
2 New Gable Roofs Brighten Up an Edwardian Cottage in Melbourne
The Melbourne beachside suburb of Sandringham is filled with period houses such as this Edwardian timber home—but this one has...
Check Out 2 Beautifully Renovated Eichlers For Sale in San Francisco
Both in San Francisco’s Diamond Heights neighborhood, these two exemplary Eichlers are shining examples of the prolific...
This $649K Denver Apartment Is Set Inside a Local Landmark
The refreshed flat is located at the Perrenoud, a 1901 building with an original stained-glass atrium, onyx fireplace, and the...
11 Extraordinary Designs That Make You Rethink the Modern Shed
These thoughtfully designed outbuildings exhibit how the utilitarian backyard shed can be adapted for work, storage, and living.
Modern Lofts We'd Love to Call Home
While loft living might not be for everyone, others find it dream-worthy.
The Famous Midcentury Architecture That Inspired the Parr House in Pixar’s “Incredibles 2”
Ahead of the 2018 sequel, we talked with Oscar-winning production designer Ralph Eggleston about the modernist influences behind...
The Year Logos and Merch Took Over Our Homes
It’s not just on our clothes—brand loyalty is very much alive in our personal living zones.
Before & After: A Seattle Midcentury Shakes Off a Wacky Addition
SHED Architecture + Design fashions a more coherent layout for a Seward Park home with refreshing lake views.
A Renowned Artist’s L.A. Renovation Added a Distinct Facade—and Kicked Off a Much Bigger Project
The perforated metal screens that cover Charles Gaines and Roxana Landaverde’s house pay homage to the grids found in Charles’s...
This Tiny Cabin in Maine Comes With an Entire Island for $399K
The darling cottage sits on a private islet off the coast of Addison, Maine, and boasts panoramic views of the surrounding Wohoa...

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