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Shape-Shifting Architecture: 10 Buildings That Move or Change Form
In the design world, there's been a lot of interesting talk about “smart” architecture lately—particularly what's involved in...
A Renovated Melbourne Bungalow Keeps its Clapboard Character
Outside cladding continues inside this updated and extended bungalow, which now enjoys a breezy garden connection.
A DIY Cabin Brand Is Selling $99 A-Frame Plans
The appropriately named company, Den, gives you everything you need—from detailed drawings to code guidelines—to get started on...
The 1920s Character of This Los Angeles Bungalow Shines After a Recent Remodel
Natural light allows the period details to pop against a crisp white interior.
This Revived 19th-Century Home Keeps Its Character Even With a Minimalist Interior
A renovation brings this abode into the present.
A Folding “Adventure Wagon”—and 18 Other Ways to Picnic Like a Wes Anderson Character
Whether you’re camping in style, bringing a spread to the park, or hosting a backyard cookout, our picks are sure to set the...
These New Prefab Shipping Container Homes Can Be Built in Just 99 Days
Proudly made in Mexico, these customizable container homes celebrate local design and environmentally friendly materials.
Activist Designers: Design 99
Gina Reichert, an architectural designer, and her husband, artist Mitch Cope, are the duo behind Design 99, an organization in...
Pockets of Color Turn a Ho-Hum Madrid Flat Into a Funky Bachelor Pad
Gon Architects updates a typical apartment by imbuing it with bold character.
A Glazed Addition Amps Up the Allure of a Victorian Home in Melbourne
HA Architecture introduces a wall of windows to bring light and life into an Australian mullet home.
A Darling Fisherman’s Cottage on the Cornwall Coast Angles for £685K
Textured white walls add to the rustic character of this hideaway in the village of Mousehole.
Light Is the Main Character at This Crisp White New Zealand Home
The louver-wrapped veranda tempers the sun, while clerestories let in a play of shadows cast by surrounding trees.
This Playful Melbourne Home Embraces Its Split Personality
Heritage in the front, modern in the back—this renovation by FMD Architects is a family home with character.
Barrel-Vaulted Ceilings Take This Barcelona Apartment to New Heights
Terra-cotta and wood tones preserve the authentic character of this revamped city oasis.
Before & After: A Loft in a Former See’s Candy Factory Gets a Tasteful Renovation
Síol Studios cracks the shell of a candy factory loft to showcase its classic character.
Watch: Two L.A. Brothers Nail the Secrets of Limewash Paint
The sibling owners of Portola perfect a limewash that gives walls the rich character of aged plaster.
Before & After: A Brooklyn Couple’s Dim, Sequestered Kitchen Becomes a Luminous Gathering Space
After 20 years in their Fort Greene townhouse, the homeowners call on Behin Ha Design Studio and Suzumori Architecture to...
A Converted Swedish Train Station With Major Wes Anderson Vibes Asks $664K
All aboard! Dating back to 1901, this reimagined dwelling blends quirky character with refined interiors.
A Designer Transforms a Crumbling Brooklyn Brownstone Into a Live/Work Haven for $950K
Uli Wagner upgrades a historic brownstone in Fort Greene while preserving its original beauty and character.
A Converted Warehouse in Amsterdam Boasts Soothing Interiors of Concrete and Wood
A former warehouse is transformed into a minimalist, 600-square-meter home that complements the industrial character of the shell...
An Old Stone Building in Tuscany Becomes a Modern Hideaway
A clever renovation transforms an irregularly shaped dwelling in Trequanda, Italy, into a tiny retreat that's bursting with...
Some Gifts for a Man That Aren’t Overly Manly
That man you need to buy a present for has enough socks.
A Dreamy Lakeside Cottage Embodies the Spirit of Simple Living
Thanks to its relaxed character and peaceful environment, this warm, simple wood dwelling captures the essence of cottage life.
The Midcentury Modern Stunner From “Knives Out” Lists for $1.4M
Built in 1957 by Walter Pierce, the Hill House was featured as the home of Chris Evans’s character, Ransom Drysdale.
Before & After: A Thoughtful Kitchen Remodel Balances Flourish and Function in a Portland Victorian
Dyer Studio reshapes a kitchen and mudroom in a 1902 Victorian home in Portland while keeping its pedigreed character intact.
10 Modern Homes in London
With streets lined with historical structures from multiple time periods—including Georgians, Edwardians, and neo-Gothics—London...
In Berlin, an Auto Repair Shop Becomes a High-Performance Home for a Painter and Her Family
Playing into the building’s raw, industrial character, Studio Karhard converts a space to be fit for children—without losing its...
Before & After: A Midcentury Wrapped Around an Oak Tree Turns Over a New Leaf
Recognizing the potential in a Wayne Littlejohn midcentury home, NMT financial collaborated with See Arch to restore the building...
Budget Breakdown: An Architect Couple Polish Up Their Tucson Bungalow for $42K
While opening up the layout to capture desert light, Darci Hazelbaker and Dale Rush accentuate the character of their 1925...
This 140-Square-Foot Tiny House Is Packed With Surprises
With two lofts, floating stairs, porthole windows, and tons of character, Tiny House Valhalla is a delightful abode for a family...
A Pristine Prospect Heights Townhouse Deftly Harmonizes Old With New
Hatchet Design Build restored this home's historic details—and then brought in modern treatments to sow stylistic tension.
A Classic Adobe in the Heart of Paradise Valley Asks $7.7M
The charm! The character! The cacti!
Prefab Startup Jupe Unveils a $17.5K Flat-Pack Shelter Inspired by “2001: A Space Odyssey”
Available to preorder for $99, the futuristic pod features on-board Wi-Fi and solar power for a plush, off-grid experience.
Renovations Stripped Away This Athens Flat’s Character. An Architect Brought It Back, and Then Some
Thanasis Ikonomou restored the 75-year-old apartment while adding fresh touches like custom cabinetry.
Before & After: Twinning Homes in Melbourne Go From Ramshackle to Ravishing
Mairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...
A Spacious Toronto Triplex Responds to Rising Urban Density
A third story packs a wealth of new spaces and functions into this renovated Toronto home.
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