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.
Outdoor Living in NYCThe super's unit was anything but in this Upper West side co-op, however architect Brad Zizmor saw potential in the apartment...
Comic Book Legend Stan Lee’s Former San Francisco Pied-à-Terre Lists for $1.35MThe creator of Spider-Man spent his time in San Francisco relaxing in this Four Seasons residence.
An Ordinary Suburban Home in Vancouver Is Given a Modern EdgeWhen a West Vancouver couple called on an architect to build their family home, he delivered—he just had to change the roof first.
A 16th-Century Florentine Palazzo Is Transformed Into an Artist ResidencyHoused within the Palazzo Galli Tassi in the heart of Florence, Numeroventi is an artist residency, exhibition space, and loft...
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...
This New Shipping Material Is 50% More Efficient Than Cardboard Boxes—and Way EasierAll you really need is a pair of scissors.
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...
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.
Kanye West’s Star Wars-Inspired Prefab Home Prototypes May Get Torn Down‘Ye’s vision of affordable dome homes for the masses hits a major road block.
Why the Crosley C20 Turntable Should Be on the Design and Music Lover’s Wish ListSuperior sound and thoughtful design make this turntable worth the price tag.
Kick Off Sweater Season With These October SalesHere are the best savings on tech, bedding, apparel, and more to get your wardrobe and home ready for autumn’s chill.
Take an Eco-Escape to a Spherical Forest Villa in an Eroded Volcanic Cone in RwandaWith interiors and an architectural style that's deeply rooted in indigenous design traditions, the recently opened Bisate Lodge...
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...
New York City Might… Pay You to Build an ADU?The Plus One ADU pilot program launched this week and will fund up to 15 projects throughout the city.
Some Design-Forward Gifts for Your Favorite Four-Legged PalFinally, some pet accessories that are cute enough to keep out.
Azurest South: The Virginia Home Where a Pioneering Queer Black Architect’s Legacy LivesA compelling new book about Amaza Lee Meredith writes the trailblazer’s work into the American modernism narrative—starting with...
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So ValuableWe may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...
The Best Unique Father’s Day Gift Ideas, From a Canvas Toiletry Kit to a Vintage Boxing KitYour father has enough grill tools and novelty aprons. Get him something unexpected, instead!
An Old Fisherman's House in Sicily Is Transformed Into 2 ApartmentsWith their property rental business "I Am Sicily" in mind, architects Francesco Moncada and Mafalda Rangel turned a dilapidated...
Going Circular Is the New Green—Here’s How Home Goods Companies Are Closing the LoopFrom IKEA to Emeco, a growing number of businesses are slashing waste by putting it straight back into production.
Design Icon: C. Howard CraneEven without any architectural training, C. Howard Crane built some of the most decadent theaters of the country.
Where Do Affordable Housing Experts Think the U.S. Crisis Goes From Here?A new book of essays from scholars, architects, and advocates seeks to answer that question—and its editors Victoria Newhouse and...
The Electric Kitchen Has Always Been InevitableA firestorm of recent news is putting the spotlight on gas stoves and their harmful effects, but induction cooking has been...
2 New Gable Roofs Brighten Up an Edwardian Cottage in MelbourneThe Melbourne beachside suburb of Sandringham is filled with period houses such as this Edwardian timber home—but this one has...
Check Out 2 Beautifully Renovated Eichlers For Sale in San FranciscoBoth in San Francisco’s Diamond Heights neighborhood, these two exemplary Eichlers are shining examples of the prolific...
How E-Commerce Changed the Knockoff Furniture GameDirect-to-consumer revolutionized the furniture market. What’s at stake when fakes are easier to find than ever?
Inside Blu Dot Cofounder John Christakos’s Midcentury Minneapolis HomeOriginally designed for a sculptor by Elizabeth “Lisl” Close, the gallery-like residence makes space for family, grand...
Get the Behind-the-Scenes Story of the Midcentury Mansion in Pixar's Incredibles 2We asked Academy Award-winning film maker Ralph Eggleston about the design inspiration behind the impressive, cantilevered home...
11 Extraordinary Designs That Make You Rethink the Modern ShedThese thoughtfully designed outbuildings exhibit how the utilitarian backyard shed can be adapted for work, storage, and living.
Deciding to Rebuild After a Fire Is Just the First StepFour years after the devastating Woolsey fire, Malibu residents who lost everything are still waiting for approvals, and...
An Organization Is Using History to Rehab Public HousingThey may not be loved by the architectural public—or their residents—but now that they’re old enough to be considered...
Before & After: A Seattle Midcentury Shakes Off a Wacky AdditionSHED Architecture + Design fashions a more coherent layout for a Seward Park home with refreshing lake views.