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 Luxurious Loft Seeks a New Buyer for $1.3M in Arlington, VAThe turnkey two-bedroom caters to entertaining, featuring large living areas and a Sub Zero wine fridge that can fit nearly 150...
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.
A Carefully Renovated Victorian in Charleston, South Carolina, Lists for $4.2MThe well-preserved 6,996-square-foot residence has historic details, including stained glass and multiple fireplaces, as well as...
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...
Fall Under the Spell of This M.C. Escher-Inspired Hotel in ChinaIn Guilin, Studio 10 transforms two guest rooms in The Other Place to be mind-bending, whimsical retreats.
An Elegant Two-Story Home in the D.C. Area Lists for $3MThe newly renovated abode was designed in 1970 by midcentury-modern architect Charles Goodman.
A Respectfully Renovated “Super Eichler” Asks $2.5M in Walnut Creek, CAThe 1969 residence by architect Claude Oakland sits in the Northgate neighborhood—the last East Bay development of Eichler homes.
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.
At Utopie Plastic, Futuristic Plastic Homes Make an Appearance at a 19th-Century Metal FactorySomewhere in-between the mid-19th century, the 1960s, and the future, lies Utopie Plastic, or Plastic Utopia: an outdoor art...
Some Design-Forward Gifts for Your Favorite Four-Legged PalFinally, some pet accessories that are cute enough to keep out.
This $2.2M Berkeley Midcentury Comes With a Japanese-Style Backyard CabinSet across the street from Great Stoneface Park, the updated 1953 home is surrounded by serene landscaping and bay views.
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...
For €3.2M, You Could Call This Converted 17th-Century Italian Church YoursLocated in the historic village of Morimondo near Milan, the 4,843-square-foot building offers unconventional living spaces...
This Classic Pueblo-Style Home in Santa Fe, New Mexico Could Be Yours for $2.3MThe flat-roofed dwelling showcases common elements of the Southwestern architectural style, such as oversize wooden beams, known...
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!
A Standout Home by Frank Lloyd Wright’s Grandson Lists for $2.9M in La Crescenta, CACurvilinear concrete walls, slanted skylights, and a two-story oval fireplace are just some of the highlights.
An 1880s Manor With an Eye-Catching Porte Cochere Asks $2.3M in St. Paul, MinnesotaThe 8,316-square-foot home comes with three guest apartments and a cedar-clad sauna on the garden level.
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.