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Trump Administration Drafts an Executive Order Mandating Neoclassical Architecture
Titled “Making Federal Buildings Beautiful Again,” the draft criticizes brutalism, deconstructivism, and anything characterized...
Affording America: Representative Ilhan Omar Wants Homes for All
The Minnesota congressperson thinks the federal government should guarantee a place to live for every American.
How to Get Mortgage Relief if Your Income Is Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic
Here’s how homeowners affected by the COVID-19 crisis can receive mortgage relief.
A Revamped 19th-Century Home Overlooking the Hudson River Lists for $1.6M
Perched on a lush lot in Piermont, New York, the Federal-style abode elegantly blends old and new.
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Designer Robert McKinley’s New Montauk Bungalow Is So Cool It Hurts
Weekend getaway meets shoppable showroom in this carefully curated residence where everything—even the faucets—is available for...
Here’s What You Should Know About Rent Relief During the Pandemic
Aside from the stimulus bill, state and local governments are stepping up to provide rent relief during the new coronavirus...
5 Fabulous Prefab Homes in Tennessee
These state-of-the-art dwellings look toward the future with sustainable building strategies and sleek design.
This 484-Square-Foot Tiny House in Brazil Is as Sculptural as it Is Sustainable
Gustavo Penna Architect & Associates uses reclaimed mining waste to create a minimalist masterpiece on a spectacular site.
Less Is More: 10 Buildings by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's International Style was the impetus for the midcentury modernism we know today.
What Happens When Eviction Moratoriums Expire?
A patchwork of state and city protections against evictions is poised to intensify the U.S. housing crisis.
A Couple Buy a Collapsing Cabin for $7K in Joshua Tree and Revamp it Into a Desert Oasis
Thanks to an extensive DIY renovation, a 480-square-foot homestead in Joshua Tree, California, receives a stunning new look.
John F. Kennedy’s Former Georgetown Home Lists for $4.7M
The circa 1800 D.C. residence was restored by renowned architect Richard Foster and builder Tom Glass.
A Conversation With New Orleans Designer, Planner, Teacher, and Activist Amy Stelly
The Louisiana native explains how cities can heal the wounds of racist development—without accelerating gentrification.
You Could Snap Up This Midcentury Modern Relic in Philadelphia for $450K
Designed by Frank Weise, the 1951 Carner House features original Isamu Noguchi pendants and a collage of glass bands along the...
France Requires All New Public Buildings to Contain 50% Wood
While the Trump Administration is poised to mandate neoclassical architecture, France is building for a sustainable future.
Will We Ever Really Own Flying Cars?
Our undying obsession soars into the 21st century.
How to Build an Affordable America
There are as many solutions to the country’s housing crisis as there are causes. We need them all.
Top Design Cities 2019: Barcelona, Spain
Architect Benedetta Tagliabue, a force in Barcelona’s design scene for decades who has watched the city evolve, gives us her...
A Midcentury Gem by a Famed Indiana Architect Offered at $450K
Built in 1958, the alluring Indianapolis property features expansive walls of glass, soaring ceilings, and walnut casework.
Should We Keep Living in Disaster-Prone Areas?
After a year of ecological calamity, experts wrestle with whether or not we should rebuild in risky areas—and who will pay for it...
An Old Charleston Row House Is Elegantly Modernized With a Southern Twist
After a thoughtful revamp, this iconic home now boasts a “southern modernism” sense of style.
These Tiny, Off-the-Grid Cabins Near Joshua Tree Look Totally Apocalypse-Proof
Plus, the high-desert outpost is available to rent.
A Historic U.S. Post Office Is Transformed Into a Digital Agency’s New Modern Office
After a two-year hunt for the perfect office space, digital agency Mobelux found a new home for their growing company in an...
How Blockbusting and Real Estate Profiteers Cash In on Racial Tension
Scholars of housing segregation have described blockbusting as a tool of racial capitalism.
Here’s What You Need to Know About the Juneteenth Flag
The red, white, and blue Juneteenth flag commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., which came over two years after the...
A New Home for More Than 49,000 Bauhaus Works Opens in Dessau
The Bauhaus Museum Dessau opens with thousands of never-before-displayed works.
Los Angeles Crowned Nation’s Smoggiest City—For the 19th Time
Los Angeles retains its dubious title as the nation’s capital for dirty air.
The Unsung Story of Eichler Homes and How They Helped Integrate American Neighborhoods
Joseph Eichler not only defined the middle-class home of the midcentury period, but also worked to dismantle racist housing...
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The most important houses being built in America right now are affordable ones.
Austin’s Community First! Village Unveils Affordable New Micro Homes
With a wood-clad interior and a butterfly roof, this compact home by Mckinney York Architects balances affordability,...
A Modern Trailer is an Experiment in Small-Space Living
In Canada's Yukon Territory, a college instructor builds a lightweight, efficient 97-square-foot mobile dwelling.
Carnival Proposes Turning Cruise Ships Into Floating Hospitals—But Experts Are Wary
After poorly managed coronavirus outbreaks aboard multiple Princess cruise ships, parent company Carnival wants to be part of the...
What the Yo-Yoing Cost of Lumber Tells Us About the Future of Home Building
The price of timber is all over the place, but the need to build—and to build sustainably—isn’t going anywhere.
Just How Inclusive Is Accessible Design?
The Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law 30 years ago. Here’s what it achieved, and where it still falls short.
Affording America: A Los Angeles Home Built for Just $200K Revives a Neglected Infill Lot
Lehrer Architects sets a new standard for approachable starter homes in one of the country’s most expensive markets.
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