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.
Here’s How to Deck Out Your Home Like a Breezy Palm Springs MidcenturyCultivate 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 HomeThe Kaufmann Desert House was meticulously restored by Marmol Radziner in the 1990s—and now it’s up for grabs.
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12 Lovely Little LoftsMaking the most of a little spare loft space can add a whole new dimension to your home. Here are a few creative examples.
Before & After: Twinning Homes in Melbourne Go From Ramshackle to RavishingMairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...
12 Terrifically Glamorous Camping OptionsWhile we might prefer to avoid the awkward sounding neologism "glamping," there's no doubt that this modern trend of retiring to...
12 Brilliant Kitchen Backsplash IdeasA backsplash will protect your kitchen wall against food, water, and those dreaded oil splatters—and an interesting one can...
12 Functional Modern Home LibrariesIt's often said that rooms are furnished by books.
10 Buildings We Love by Piers TaylorKnown for his stripped-back approach to home design, RIBA award-winning architect Piers Taylor focuses more on light and space...
The 12 Most Influential Buildings of 2019From underwater restaurants to modest single-family homes, these are the biggest hits of 2019 according to ArchDaily.
Dwell Reflects on Frank Lloyd Wright in Honor of the 150th Anniversary of His BirthIt'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 GoodhueA New Jersey property’s dark rooms and halls get a refresh that embraces a Scandinavian approach to design.
12 Renzo Piano Buildings We LoveRegularly cited as the father of "high-tech" buildings, Pritzker Prize-winning Italian architect Renzo Piano's designs showcase...
Explore 12 of Our Favorite Homes in PortlandKnown for its natural beauty and rich culture, Portland has become a proud hub of architectural excellence.
12 Rising Creators to Know Right NowFrom muralists and ceramicists, to fiber artists and furniture makers, these 12 creatives speak out about what drives their...
25 Epic Kitchen Renovations to Tack to Your Inspiration BoardBefore you plunge into your own project, spark some ideas with these exemplary kitchen makeovers.
Gifts for Home Bakers That Start at Just $12Sourdough savants, this one’s for you.
12 Electrifying Kitchens That Are Unapologetic About ColorEschewing neutrals for daring hues that draw the eye, these kitchens aren't for the faint of heart.
An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of SkylightsA skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...
12 Scandinavian Prefabs That Embody High-Design HyggeFound throughout the region, these homes are big on style and sustainability.
12 Creative Ways to Use Tile in Your HomeWant to add a pop of color to your kitchen backsplash or redesign your shower with a cool pattern? Well, we have a solution for...
12 Mediterranean Homes That Are the Antidote to Mid-Winter BluesAwash in sun and relaxed in feel, these Mediterranean homes are the stuff of dreams.
12 Modern Hotels in Historic Buildings Around the WorldIf you can't get enough of historic architecture, then consider one of these heritage hotels that have been modernized in all the...
12 Striking Examples of Clerestory Windows in Modern HomesThe term "clerestory" is applicable to Egyptian temples, where the lighting of the hall of columns was obtained over the stone...
12 Projects Perched at the Cutting Edge of Chinese ArchitectureCelebrate the Lunar New Year with these forward-thinking designs by Chinese firms.
12 Luminous Lofts That Pull Off the Industrial LookFrom converted warehouses to live/work retreats, these unconventional homes demonstrate why loft living is so “in.”
12 Epic Hotels That Take Glamping to the Next LevelWhen you really want to go camping, but you really don’t have a clue.
12 Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Rental HomeThese easy, effective ways to improve your rented home can be tackled in less than a day—and are budget-friendly to boot.
12 Modern Ryokans in Japan For the Ultimate R&RToday’s ryokans are putting a modern spin on a dependable format, helping carry the hotels forward into yet another millennium.
12 Things That Got Me Through a Horrible YearDwell’s executive editor Jenny Xie picks her desert island essentials—if the desert island were a global pandemic.
Some Design-Forward Gifts for Your Favorite Four-Legged PalFinally, some pet accessories that are cute enough to keep out.
This Home in the Ontario Wilderness Is 12 Miles From the Nearest PowerlineAn architect designing hospitals in Rwanda first brought sustainability to a lakeside dwelling in Ontario.
12 Inspiring Tiny Homes That Were Entirely DIY’edThe owners of these micro houses dreamed big and built small.
12 Outstanding “Before & Afters” of Century-Old BuildingsWhether gussying up a once-gutted Victorian or retrofitting a rat-infested hayloft in a former carriage house, these renovations...
12 Perfect Plunge Pools For Your Small Outdoor SpaceDon't have space for a massive pool in your backyard? No need to worry.