How Graphic Designer Saul Bass Revolutionized the Movie Poster
Saul Bass helped define the visual culture of the 1950s—most notably through creating memorable movie posters that are still...
Spin the Globe: 5 Design Events this Week
Post-Stockholm Furniture Fair blues? Fret not, Dwell has you covered with a fresh batch of artful events around the world.
Poster Service
Posters have come a long way since those old David Cassidy or Hanson classics you ripped straight from the pages of Teen Beat and...
Before & After: A Run-Down Midcentury in Southern California Goes From Eyesore to Head Turner
Once considered a goner, an International Style home near Palm Springs is lovingly restored to its postwar prime.
Textiles in Motion
Sydney-based embroidery designers MaricorMaricar hit our radar screen back in August with a series called Turns of Speech,...
Art on the Cheap: 5 Places for Posters
Much like the realms of interior design and architecture, the art world can be an intimidating place.
A New Exhibition Will Offer Amazing Frank Lloyd Wright Pop Art Starting at $50
The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and Spoke Art gallery join forces to host “Frank Lloyd Wright: Timeless” at Taliesin West and...
A Memphis Co-Founder's Bold New Paper Goods
If you’re a fan of the Memphis design movement that made major waves in the Italian design scene of the 1980s, you’ll be rushing...
A 1920s Portland Warehouse Is Rehabbed Into an Industrial-Chic Home
Blending raw industrial elements with elegant detailing, this one-of-a-kind home is a poster child for adaptive reuse.
The Story Behind Over 125 Stunning Poster Designs
A new exhibition on poster design opens May 8, 2015, at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.
12 Terrifically Glamorous Camping Options
While we might prefer to avoid the awkward sounding neologism "glamping," there's no doubt that this modern trend of retiring to...
10 Posters from Poland's Golden Age of Graphic Design
On his expertly curated site eyseaposters.com, James Dyer has amassed an impressive array of Polish film and political posters by...
Sleep Beneath the Stars in These Enchanting Bubble Domes in Ireland
Scattered throughout a woodland resort in Northern Ireland, these bubble domes provide an unforgettable glamping experience.
Before & After: A Ranch-Style Home in San Jose Gets an Infusion of Caribbean Cool
To renovate the suburban California residence, interior designer Cathie Hong introduced a color palette that evokes the family’s...
16 Essential Design Events to Catch This Fall
Available to view virtually or at a safe social distance, these fairs, exhibitions, talks, and tours should be on your calendar.
Escape to a Light-Filled, Beach-Meets-Forest Retreat in Portugal
Sitting across from a deserted beach on a private plot surrounded by a pine forest is a large modernist vacation home that's...
Dwell 24: MIJO STUDIO
Miranda Tengs Brun and Josefine Gilbert are a Danish-Norwegian duo shaking up pattern and textile design with MIJO STUDIO.
The Rejuvenated Austin Motel Welcomes Guests With Upbeat, Midcentury-Modern Vibes
Liz Lambert and her hospitality group Bunkhouse give the South Congress Avenue mainstay a makeover that celebrates its roots.
Our July Shopping Picks Include a Reprint of Herman Miller’s Company Picnic Poster
Plus, renter-friendly pendant lamps, commercial-grade outdoor seating, and more.
Graphic Design Guides an Apartment Renovation in Tel Aviv
Kedem Shinar Design & Architecture borrows from the world of graphic design to update this 1960s unit.
5 Interesting and Surprising Asian Eateries Around the World
Forget gilded dragons, lazy Susans, and too much red—these creative Asian restaurants not only feature modern interiors, they...
You Don’t Need to Be an Architect to Take Michael Sorkin’s Advice
A new posthumous book compiles the renowned architecture critic’s lifelong learnings—like how to cut an elegant section, or the...
A Tiny Cabin in Finland Is a Creative Temple for Its Filmmaker Owner
Pirinen Salo Oy looks to church architecture and the illusions of cinema to craft an inspirational lakeside retreat.
Shop the 12 Best Places for Affordable Art You’ll Actually Want to Hang
Banish bare walls and boring art, and create your own envy-inducing gallery wall with these budget-friendly websites.
The Dwell Community Weighs in to Share the Best Gifts of the Season
As part of our community-focused holiday series, we decided to compose a collaborative roundup of gift suggestions from some of...
Airbnb Cancels the Great Wall of China Contest
The Beijing Yanqing Cultural Commission puts a halt to Airbnb's plans to host guests in an ancient watchtower on the Great Wall...
A Palm Springs Midcentury With Hollywood Ties Seeks $4.5M
In addition to vintage terrazzo finishes, the 1961 Morse Residence features a sunken living room that opens to a backyard pool...
Quick Hits: A Zebrawood Sideboard, Pedal-Loomed Place Mats, and a Limited-Run Herman Miller Poster
A brief scan of design items worth grabbing, including an aluminum cabinet inspired by junk pile scraps and an industrial outdoor...
This Bright, White Duplex in Lithuania Showcases Art With Amazing Views
Apartment B9 is a top-floor duplex in the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius that looks much larger and loftier than its 1,077 square...
Relive the ’90s in This “Saved by the Bell”-Inspired Dallas Airbnb
They took a deep dive into the ‘80s with their first rental; now a nostalgic couple moves into the next decade by reconstructing...
Last-Minute Gift Ideas That Will Arrive in Time for the Festivities
Because the holidays are now officially upon us.
Drew Barrymore’s New Home Collection Arrives Just in Time for the Holidays
The fall collection of Drew Barrymore Flower Home is unapologetically maximalist with holiday entertaining in mind—and pieces...
3 Tips for Mid-Century Modern Collectors
One of the great pleasures of visiting the McKenzie Residence in our September 2012 story "Borrego Springs Eternal," is owner...
These Four Harmonious Homes Are a Lesson in How to Design With Roommates
Having roommates is no longer solely reserved for younger generations.
8 Creative Alternatives to Expensive Wall Art
These budget-friendly artwork selections can instantly add personality to your home without breaking the bank.
Dutch Designers Master Color and Texture
The reigning couple of colorful design complement their pastel-meets-neon palette with a new take on texture.

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