San Diego, CA
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Set on nearly three acres in the heart of Montecito's Upper Village, the sprawling, Spanish-style home presents over 8,500 square...
A Luminous Estate Overlooking the Ocean Seeks $8M in Malibu, CA
Surrounded by state parkland, the five-bedroom home also comes with a detached guest house and 780-square-foot garage.
A Redwood-Clad Craftsman With Japanese Influences Asks $1.35M in Berkeley, CA
Reconstructed by Kip Mesirow, the renowned local builder behind Berkeley’s famed Chez Panisse restaurant, the 1,736-square-foot...
A Luminous Five-Bedroom With Scandinavian Vibes Asks $3.6M in Berkeley, CA
The custom-designed Wave House boasts floor-to-ceiling windows which frame sweeping bay views.
This Instagram-Worthy Florentine Hotel Starts at Just $88 a Night
Spend a few nights (or even months!) in the Tuscan capital in this new hotel with interiors by Rizoma Architetture.
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7 Prefabs Set in Nature
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7 Modern Laundry Rooms
Many of us are guilty of thinking of laundry rooms as unremarkable or unattractive parts of our home that don't require much...
A Restored Midcentury Wrapped Around a Reflecting Pool Lists for $1.39M in Sacramento, CA
Designed by prominent local architect John Harvey Carter, the 1968 home incorporates Japanese design influences and features a...
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The 1981 residence is teeming with original details across its two floors.
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7 Modern Nightstand Options
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7 Questions with Maxwell Ryan
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Frank Lloyd Wright Jr.’s Landmark 1926 Derby House Seeks $3.3M in Glendale, CA
The Mayan Revival–style residence is clad in ornamental concrete textile blocks cast in sand from the nearby Chevy Chase Canyon.
A Tree House–Like Dwelling Near the Coastline Seeks $3.89M in Santa Monica, CA
The thoughtfully renovated residence was designed in 1981 by local architect Thane Roberts.
A Respectfully Renovated “Super Eichler” Asks $2.5M in Walnut Creek, CA
The 1969 residence by architect Claude Oakland sits in the Northgate neighborhood—the last East Bay development of Eichler homes.
7 Incredible Rentals Under $100 For a Last-Minute Getaway
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7 Reliable Prefab Companies in California
You don’t have to look far to find a host of experienced designers and builders of prefab homes in the Golden State.
Typographer Focus: Peter Biľak
The alphabet is as easy as ABC, but for typographer Peter Bil’ak, the way language looks is a never-ending exploration.
7 Homes Designed for Sustainable Living
From a shipping container dwelling to architect Steven Holl’s forest retreat, these residences embody the ideal that what’s best...
7 Repurposed Churches Around the World
With their stained-glass windows, vaulted ceilings, open-floor plans, and intriguing history, churches that are repurposed into...
A Lavish Contemporary With Awe-Inspiring Views Asks $5M in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Located minutes from Cielo Village, the 2016 home promotes indoor/outdoor living with large terraces and a sparkling backyard...
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Designed by desert icon Steve Chase, the restored 1986 home sits in the heart of the Morningside Country Club and features a...
The 33 Hottest Sales to Shop This Fourth of July
The only things more explosive than Fourth of July fireworks are these amazing sales on bedding, mattresses, appliances, home...
7 Glorious Golden State Prefabs
Many architects in California regularly take on the challenge of experimenting with alternative construction methods.
7 Unbelievable Rustic Cabin Makeovers
Contemporary, chic, and oh-so cozy—these rustic cabin makeovers are oozing with design inspiration.
7 Brooklyn Row Houses Renovations
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7 Hawaiian Prefabs and Kit Homes
If you enjoy breathtaking landscapes and sunny beaches, then Hawaii is the perfect destination for you.
7 Most Eco-Friendly Countertops
We used and abused seven eco-friendly countertops to investigate if they could stand the heat of Dwell’s kitchen.
7 Incredible Island Villas in Indonesia
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7 Iconic Chairs by Hans Wegner
Hans Wegner's name is synonymous with Danish design the world over, and his seemingly simple chair designs helped usher in an...
7 Romantic Palm Springs Getaways
Looking for the perfect Valentine's Day gift for your special someone? Plan a trip to Palm Springs for rest and relaxation in...
7 Minimalist Apartments Around The World
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s School of Architecture Is Closing After 88 Years
After educating more than 1,200 architects, Frank Lloyd Wright’s influential school is forced to close.

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