“Design is so simple. That’s why it’s so complicated.” –Paul Rand

A Norwegian Summer Cabin Embraces the Rocky Terrain
Balancing on irregular, rough-hewn rocks along the Norwegian coast, this renovated summer cabin near a town called Larvik in...
A Tiny Bathhouse on the Norwegian Island of Hankø Made With Sustainable Softwood
Built to blend in with its forest surroundings and complement an existing prefab log cabin, the Hankø Bathhouse designed by...
The Vindheim Cabin: Snowbound in Norway
Architect Håkon Matre Aasarød, partner at Oslo-based studio Vardehaugen Architects, led the design of Cabin Vindheim, situated...
8 Best Dwell Penthouses
One of the best aspects of living in a high-rise in the middle of the city is the spectacular view you may be able to enjoy.
America’s Best Independent Design Shops: Yowie
Shannon Maldonado’s Philadelphia boutique aims to democratize design.
America’s Best Independent Design Shops: Lichen
Helmed by Jared Blake and Ed Be, the East Williamsburg storefront is stocked with vintage and contemporary designs—and acts as an...
Norway’s Newest Museum Opens Today—and it Spirals Over a Rushing River
Set in the sprawling, wooded Kistefos sculpture park—just 50 miles north of Oslo—The Twist by Bjarke Ingels Group connects the...
Step Inside America’s Best Independent Design Shops
Independent design shops are hubs for creative communities. Here, we celebrate some of our favorites across the United States.
Uncle Knows Best
A niece seeks out her uncle to design a home for her family in Ecuador.
10 Best Places For Design Nerds to Dine in Mexico City
Mexico City is the creative haven du jour teeming with epicurean delights, stunning architecture, and a bustling arts scene.
10 Best-Designed Places to Eat and Drink in Portland, Oregon
From vegan pizza to Korean dumplings, Portland has a diverse range of cafes, bars, and restaurants to explore.
The Best Things We Saw at Milan Design Week 2018
See highlights from Salone del Mobile and beyond.
The Best Things We Saw at Milan Design Week 2017
A Matte Black Cabin Steps Down the Steep Slopes of Norway’s Stokkøya Island
On the windswept Norwegian island of Stokkøya, a holiday cabin built from local timber connects deeply to the landscape.
A Renovated Apartment in Norway With a Dreamy Loft
Outside Oslo, one family's remodeled home includes a dark, secluded loft that encourages daydreaming.
These Prefab Cabins Offer a Bird’s-Eye View of Norway’s Natural Splendor
These sleek, tiny cabins offer the comfort of a hotel room in remote locations across Norway.
America’s Best Independent Design Shops: Spartan Shop
The showroom and gallery in Portland, Oregon, has emerged from the pandemic with a new vision.
America’s Best Independent Design Shops: Good Neighbor
The design shop-cum-cafe in Baltimore, Maryland, draws inspiration the owners' Indian and Egyptian heritages.
London Design Festival 2019: The Best New Products at Designjunction
Designjunction is one of the most anticipated exhibitions at the London Design Festival, showcasing contemporary design from...
101 Best Modern Cabins
What's better than one hundred photos of cabins? One hundred and one photos of cabins.
Climate-Conscious Design: 8 Visionaries and the Best Products for a Lighter Footprint
Our annual overview features the top companies and pioneering designers who are pushing the limits.
The 11 Best Design Stores in NYC for Last-Minute Holiday Shopping
Explore some of the best New York City spots to shop for design goods for everyone on your list.
Cast Your Votes For Dwell’s Best of Design 2018 Awards
Our first-ever Best of Design Awards recognize the most inspiring projects in seven categories: Dwelling, Renovation, Prefab,...
10 Best Modern Kitchens
More often than not, the kitchen is the heart of the home—and thus should be just as much livable as it is functional.
America’s Best Independent Design Shops: Stranger & Co.
For her store in Edina, Minnesota, founder Maura Doyle seeks out brands led by women and people of color, immigrants, and...
The Hallway at This Norwegian Cabin Has the Best View in the House
You have to step outside to move between the bedroom, bath, and living space.
A Cubic Dwelling in Norway Just Oozes Hygge
Minimalist yet cozy, this cluster-style home in a Norwegian forest offers plenty of nooks to get comfortable in.
This Norwegian Cabin's Roof Doubles as an Observation Deck
An observation roof and outdoor room extend the small footprint into the coastal landscape, while selective materials help it...
The 27 Best Candles of the Season
Nothing cozies up a room like an exquisite candle—and we’ve rounded up 27 of the very best.
This Norwegian Cabin Hunches Under a Protective Hood
Built to withstand powerful winds and rain, Hytte Imingfjell is a mountain cabin with a distinctive, hood-like roof.
This Astounding Cabin in Norway Is a Patchwork of Different Materials
For one family's mountain getaway, the architects chose a distinct construction method, window pattern, and roof cladding for...
Relax and Recharge at This Charming Norwegian "Hytte" Rental
Midcentury modern lines harmonize with earthy Scandinavian colors in this 1967 Norwegian rental designed by acclaimed architect...
The 6 Best Appliances for Your Kitchen Renovation, According to an Expert Design Duo
The founders of Stewart-Schafer, a multidisciplinary architecture and interior design studio, give us their recommendations for...
Norwegian Ceramics Studio in an Old Ski Factory
Norwegian porcelain and ceramics studio MENT produces minimalist and monochromatic wares.
Trend Watch: Study Up on the Best Design from imm Cologne 2018
Check out highlights from the German design fair.
The Power of Design
Preview the Editor’s Letter from our January/February issue, written by Dwell founder and CEO Lara Deam.

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