The Alexander Construction Company made Palm Springs living accessible to the masses.

Versatile and enduring, wood is a material that seems to work just about anywhere.

Cultivate a sunny state of mind with these pieces that channel Palm Springs’ brand of midcentury modernism.

The Kaufmann Desert House was meticulously restored by Marmol Radziner in the 1990s—and now it’s up for grabs.

From unique pendant lighting to interesting cabinetry, how you design your kitchen can be just as admirable as what you create in...

Better your home's indoor/outdoor connection with one of these DIY deck kits.

Ah, the Golden State! From the mountains to the ocean, these California homes take modern architecture and design to the next...

Take a page from their books—these modern home libraries from the Dwell community are seriously impressive.

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

With their main components manufactured in a factory and assembled on-site, prefab homes often cost less to build, offer a higher...

Yabu Pushelberg, Kelly Wearstler, and other experts share the small changes you can make right now to boost your mood.

What first comes to mind when you think of the Scandinavian lifestyle? If it includes simplicity, comfort, and a connection to...

These designs make us want to cut a rug.

One of the benefits of prefabricated and modular buildings is that they leave minimal construction waste and can be built without...

Many of us are guilty of thinking of laundry rooms as unremarkable or unattractive parts of our home that don't require much...

We take a look back at Salone del Mobile's 2014 special exhibition—Where Architects Live—with a sneak peek into the personal...

Mairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...

Once a locker for a midnight loo, the bedside table has taken on a far sweeter function—and a score of forms for holding big...

On a budget but want a cool pad? Struggling with a small space? We chat up Maxwell Ryan, founder of the popular Apartment Therapy...

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.

Who knew the sport of skateboarding owed so much to Alvar Aalto?

Cities across the country are banning natural gas in new homes.

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

Known for his stripped-back approach to home design, RIBA award-winning architect Piers Taylor focuses more on light and space...

You don’t have to look far to find a host of experienced designers and builders of prefab homes in the Golden State.

It's no secret that Frank Lloyd Wright has received his fair share of coverage over the years at Dwell—and rightfully so,...

From a shipping container dwelling to architect Steven Holl’s forest retreat, these residences embody the ideal that what’s best...

With their stained-glass windows, vaulted ceilings, open-floor plans, and intriguing history, churches that are repurposed into...

A New Jersey property’s dark rooms and halls get a refresh that embraces a Scandinavian approach to design.

Many architects in California regularly take on the challenge of experimenting with alternative construction methods.

Contemporary, chic, and oh-so cozy—these rustic cabin makeovers are oozing with design inspiration.

The dream of owning a Brooklyn brownstone is just one of many reasons why people make the move to the popular outer borough.

If you enjoy breathtaking landscapes and sunny beaches, then Hawaii is the perfect destination for you.