The purpose of Dwell is to show the “try” behind the “do.”

Jane Hall’s visual survey of influential female creatives makes it abundantly clear: Design as we know it would be nothing...

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

Nestled in the wine country of Tarragona, Spain, Casa Almudena emphasizes connection through an intriguing open-plan concept and...

With a leave-no-trace design, the prefabricated Majamaja Cabin by Littow Architectes draws visitors to a new eco-retreat at the...

J Geiger’s Inception Shades deliver sleek design and smart-home capabilities.

We’ve rounded up the latest products and trends you should know about, from adding a spa-worthy fragrance to updating your...

3D printing’s impact on construction is slowly materializing.

These nine striking homes demonstrate the powerful impact of universal design.

Located near Salzburg, the Solarferienhaus S3 blends low-impact technology with high-impact design—and it’s now available to rent.

These little changes can make a big difference.

With models starting at $96,250, Oslo-based Norske Mikrohus offers sustainable tiny homes with Scandinavian design.

A new prefab company represents the future of low-impact affordable housing.

Surrounded by rolling surf and dense bushland in Australia, the brightly painted 475-square-foot home is deceptively resilient...

In the shadow of the Summer Games, protests highlight the struggle to provide homes for France’s migrant community.

If you’re considering building a prefab home but aren't sure if it's right for you, perhaps spending your next vacation in one...

Adventure and volcano views await travelers in this modern mountain retreat with minimal site impact.

In Paradise Valley, a contemporary art studio provides an inspirational workspace with minimal landscape impact.

Don’t underestimate the big impact that small design details can have on a space.

In Cape Cod, a low-impact prefab pays tribute to the region’s experimental midcentury homes.

Spanning a desert wash, a modern residence in Arizona embraces its natural surroundings with minimal impact.

In a wild, remote setting in Uruguay, a stunning prefabricated retreat provides urban comfort with minimal impact on the...

An homage to Mexico’s untouched landscape, this elegant low-impact getaway sports a pared-back aesthetic.

A new kind of tiny home, Parasitic House takes advantage of untapped skylines with a low-impact design.

Tucked into an old-growth forest, this prefab home was assembled in just three days with minimal site impact.

A modern cabin designed by Les Eerkes incorporates freecycled materials and makes a minimal impact on the surrounding forest.

Outside Melbourne, a light-filled residence with a private garden cuts a narrow figure to minimize solar impact.

Affordable, adorable, and in many cases, transportable, these tiny homes made a big impact on our readers this year.

Getting up close and personal with nature is easier than ever thanks to low-impact prefab construction.

New research shows that downsizing to a tiny home can cut your ecological footprint by 45%.

Thoughtfully inserted into the desert landscape, a low-impact, two-bedroom Cover prefab embraces the outdoors in minimalist style.

These cutting-edge trends show how modern architecture stands to impact our everyday lives and society at large.

The two-story home boasts 20' ceilings, Terrazzo floors, and custom-made high impact windows.

Clean lines aren’t just elegant.

Architect Jiri Lev’s home is a prototype for forward-looking architecture that could make a positive societal impact in Australia.

These unexpected windows featuring unconventional shapes and surprising locations will have you rethinking the possibilities of...