You Can Stay in a LumiPod Surrounded by 80 Volcanoes in FranceAirbnb is teaming up with French water brand, Volvic, to offer an overnight adventure at a glass-enclosed prefab in the Chaîne...
The Rise and Resurgence of the Great American Row HouseThroughout U.S. history, the row house has endured and adapted as an underappreciated model for accessible urban housing.
Over 80 Years Later, Fallingwater Still Has Lessons to Teach UsCompleted in 1938, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater is as relevant as ever—and it’s a model of architectural conservancy.
Midcentury and ’80s Finds Transform a Rental in Switzerland Into a Fabulous Family HomeWhen designer Alexandrine Lukach and her family got stuck at a rental due to the pandemic, they flexed sewing skills and flea...
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 $1.2MThe 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 VermontBob Chappelle used polystyrene panels, coated with mud and cement, to build the four-domed structure.
Before & After: An Outdated ’80s Loft Is Rescued From a Flashy Color PaletteBrooklyn-based firm Isaac-Rae reimagines every inch of this 3,100-square-foot space, infusing an “unfussy” aesthetic throughout.
Budget Breakdown: A Tired ’80s Home in Japan Gets a Bright Remodel For $164KAdditional windows and open shelving help Suita House in Osaka feel airy and modern.
Nearly 80 Years Later, An Architect Rescues a Japanese-Inspired Masterwork Designed by His FatherNew owners of an influential Portland, Oregon, house by Pietro Belluschi discover there’s more than architecture on the property.
Some Design-Forward Gifts for Your Favorite Four-Legged PalFinally, some pet accessories that are cute enough to keep out.
This V-Shaped House’s Front Courtyard Opens Up to the NeighborhoodIn West Vancouver, Architecture Building Culture creates an inviting residence that makes the most of a tricky, triangular site.
Friday Finds 4.2.2010This 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 CitizenryWhen 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 TilesRIBA Stirling Prize-winning architect Amanda Levete and her firm AL_A has just completed Exhibition Road Quarter, the largest...
We Check in With Dwell’s First Editor-in-Chief About a House 20 Years in the MakingThe seed of an idea planted when Karrie Jacobs helped start our publication finally comes to fruition in her own Catskills home.
These Self-Sufficient Island Cabins in Finland Have All the Comforts of HomeDesigned for both work and play, this peaceful escape includes a traditional Finnish sauna and a workshop.
"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...
Alluring Meets Affordable With These 5 Chicago PrefabsDespite its compact urban setting, prefab homes are becoming increasingly favored in Chicago, Illinois.
A Bright Mexican Home Brilliantly Weaves Nature Into its DesignIn Mexico, a colorful home prioritizes nature by integrating four on-site trees into its layout.
Happy Birthday, HVACHere's a random fact for the day: July 17, 2012, marks the 110th anniversary of the humble air conditioner.
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...
Architecture Reads on Google BooksFar be it from me to suggest you spend your spare computer time reading—those R. Kelly vids are certainly not going to watch...
This Handcrafted Home in British Columbia Has Joyful Camp VibesThe V-shaped lakefront retreat strikes a balance between privacy and welcoming a houseful of guests.
A Home Inspired by the Stars Soars Off the GroundThis new retreat cantilevers over the Canadian forest for river views.
How the Poconos Became the Birthplace of the Heart-Shaped BathtubThe long-lasting tradition of the “honeymoon hotel” was ignited by the sexual revolution—and the flame never died.
Before & After: In Mérida, a Blocky ’80s Home Turns Over a New LeafFMT Estudio gives a stark and dated dwelling a playful renovation that embraces the sunny climate with lush courtyards and a...
Cozy Up to the Great Outdoors With These Mountain Cabin EssentialsOur picks include a handmade coffee table, a kettle collection, and a Bauhaus-style bee hive.
Stay in a Domed, Glass-Front Vacation Home in a Spanish ForestNestled in a Mediterranean pine forest at the confluence of two rivers in Lledó, Spain, is El Caracol, a rustic-modern domed...
South of Big Sur, an ’80s Home Packed With Handcrafted Charm Asks $2.1MThe coastal dwelling is decked out with stained glass windows, a detached guesthouse, and custom timber details from top to...
Construction Diary: A Brooklyn Couple Revive an ’80s Time Capsule in the CatskillsA subdued palette allows the pair’s collection of vintage furniture—and the tree-filled surroundings—to sing.
’80s-Inspired Neon Tile Gives a Madrid Apartment a Major Glow UpThe renovated flat might be full of boxy shapes, but it’s anything but square.
Say Goodbye to Need Supply by Shopping Its Massive Closeout SaleAhead of its closure, Need Supply is offering up to 80% off its meticulously curated home decor and fashion.
Bennifer Would Rather Buy a Sofa In-Store, and Other Celebrity Real Estate NewsIn our biweekly breakdown of what’s happening with famous people’s homes: The Manhattan loft from Taylor Swift’s 1989 album art...
An Australian Abode Fuses Structure With SceneryPerched on a coastal site in Australia, this property features cantilevered views of the sparkling sea.
A Vintage Airstream Trailer Is Now the Ultimate Live/Work MobileAt just 80 square feet, The Kugelschiff is a renovated Airstream Bambi II that now serves as a tech entrepreneur’s tiny home and...