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Prefab, Proven
In January 2003, we issued a challenge to 16 architects: Design a modern prefab home for $200,000.
At Utopie Plastic, Futuristic Plastic Homes Make an Appearance at a 19th-Century Metal Factory
Somewhere in-between the mid-19th century, the 1960s, and the future, lies Utopie Plastic, or Plastic Utopia: an outdoor art...
Whatever Happened to the Ecohouse?
First profiled a decade ago, we checked back in with the adventurous architect of Biosphere 2 and his plans for his massive,...
A 1960s English Deckhouse Returns to Its Original Glory
A design-minded pair ensures that their tiny seaside getaway on stilts in Hampshire, England, is shipshape.
This Mint-Condition Midcentury in L.A. Will Take You Back to 1960
You can rent architect Bruce Warren Norcross’s gorgeous post-and-beam design for $7,000 a month.
The Rise and Resurgence of the Great American Row House
Throughout U.S. history, the row house has endured and adapted as an underappreciated model for accessible urban housing.
The Frank Lloyd Wright Protégé Behind the Most Modern Town in Michigan
Dow Chemical put Midland on the map, architect Alden B. Dow—a local scion and former Taliesin fellow—transformed its landscape.
How Can Higher Education Build a Better Architect?
In the 2010s, design/build programs were the cutting edge of architectural education.
The Only John Lautner Home in Anchorage Asks $1.2M
The Harpel Residence II is one of a select few homes the master architect designed outside of California.
Asking $220K, an Architect’s Handcrafted Earthen Home Seeks a Visionary Buyer in Vermont
Bob Chappelle used polystyrene panels, coated with mud and cement, to build the four-domed structure.
Expanses of Glass and Broad Trellises Bring Clarity to a Renovated 1960s San Francisco Home
Architect Anne Fougeron channels West Coast minimalism to soften and brighten a family residence on a rare bluffside lot.
Before & After: A Chicago Queen Anne Recovers From a Misguided 1960s Remodel
A talented team balances historic and modern elements in an 1885 home that had been sabotaged in the ’60s.
Before & After: A Neglected 1960s Ranch-Style Home Gets a Sunny Outdoor Connection
From the front door to the backyard, Abbie Naber left no space behind in the dramatic overhaul of her derelict midcentury in...
An Interior Designer Helps His Mother Turn Her 1960s Chicago Condo Into a Colorful Haven
Andreas Kokkino persuades his mom to toss all her old furniture and start fresh.
This Recently Renovated 1960s Residence Outside Chicago Just Hit the Market at $1.7M
The 7,617-square-foot home in Barrington Hills, Illinois, sits on a 5.3-acre lot complete with a large pool and kidney...
The Owners of a 1960s Harry Bates Beach House Hire the Modernist Architect’s Firm for Its Renovation
They tasked Bates Masi Architects with updating the cypress-clad Long Island residence almost 40 years after Bates built it.
This V-Shaped House’s Front Courtyard Opens Up to the Neighborhood
In West Vancouver, Architecture Building Culture creates an inviting residence that makes the most of a tricky, triangular site.
Friday Finds 4.2.2010
This is how the Dwellians show you that we care—by sharing our prized Internet finds of the week.
Our Bedtime Routines: Rachel Bentley and Carly Nance, Founders of The Citizenry
When considering a home accessories collaboration, The Citizenry – a socially conscious decor brand that partners with artisans...
Part of an Epic Expansion, London’s V&A Museum Paves its Courtyard With 11,000 Porcelain Tiles
RIBA Stirling Prize-winning architect Amanda Levete and her firm AL_A has just completed Exhibition Road Quarter, the largest...
These Self-Sufficient Island Cabins in Finland Have All the Comforts of Home
Designed for both work and play, this peaceful escape includes a traditional Finnish sauna and a workshop.
The Year Logos and Merch Took Over Our Homes
It’s not just on our clothes—brand loyalty is very much alive in our personal living zones.
"Postmodernism" at the V&A Museum
"Postmodernism: Style and Subversion 1970-1990," on view at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum through January 15th 2012, is the...
They Turned a 1960s Dentist’s Office Into a Home With a Giant Oculus
To brighten the ground-floor living spaces, a family sacrificed the room above them by punching a hole in the ceiling.
Alluring Meets Affordable With These 5 Chicago Prefabs
Despite its compact urban setting, prefab homes are becoming increasingly favored in Chicago, Illinois.
A Bright Mexican Home Brilliantly Weaves Nature Into its Design
In Mexico, a colorful home prioritizes nature by integrating four on-site trees into its layout.
My House: A Determined Couple Craft an Ideal Spot for Their Golden Years in New Mexico
The metal-clad home came to be thanks to a plucky pair of residents, two talented architects, and one long-sighted and very...
A Perfume Magnate Renovates a House With a Murky Past Outside Paris
The 1960s building is a concrete masterpiece—but who really designed it?
A Palm Springs Hotel by Albert Frey Gets an Age-Appropriate Facelift
Even after an extensive renovation, the 1960s hideaway for stars like Bob Hope, Marilyn Monroe, and Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz...
Happy Birthday, HVAC
Here's a random fact for the day: July 17, 2012, marks the 110th anniversary of the humble air conditioner.
This Handcrafted Home in British Columbia Has Joyful Camp Vibes
The V-shaped lakefront retreat strikes a balance between privacy and welcoming a houseful of guests.
Architecture Reads on Google Books
Far be it from me to suggest you spend your spare computer time reading—those R. Kelly vids are certainly not going to watch...
Snag This Rare International Style Home in Washington, D.C.
Designed by esteemed local architect Louis Giles, Jr., the house combines midcentury cool with tasteful modern upgrades.
A Home Inspired by the Stars Soars Off the Ground
This new retreat cantilevers over the Canadian forest for river views.
An Exceptional Midcentury by Case Study Architect Pierre Koenig Hits the Market
A meticulously maintained, architectural time capsule in L.A. is available for the first time since 1960.
A New York Midcentury With Custom Herman Miller Cabinetry Asks $449K
An understated mix of glass, stone, and wood, this 1960 residence in Monroe has been thoughtfully updated.
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