This Bungalow is Anything but Basic
A 1940s bungalow literally raised the roof in Vancouver.
Buffalo Basics at 153 Eaton Street
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8 IKEA Hacks to Bring Your Furniture From Basic to Brilliant
Brace yourself—you'll be tempted to add each of these clever IKEA hacks to your list of weekend projects.
These New Sherbet-Colored Sheets Are Your Earth-Friendly Alternative to Basic Bedding
Buffy takes the next step forward in their journey to bring earth-friendly ingredients into the bedroom.
So You Need a New Robe? Here Are 30 Certifiably Snuggly Suggestions
Whether you want to cozy up in some flannel or keep it cool with moisture-wicking linen, these are the best robes on the market...
Basic Living
Live/work is a centuries-old practice turned overused architectural trend.
Buffalo, New York
Last week I traveled back East to my hometown of Buffalo, New York.
Buffalo Basics Founders
Buffalo, New York, regularly ranks among the top poorest cities in the United States.
Buffalo's "Blank Snow" Park
A few weeks ago, the possibility of snow at sea level here in the San Francisco Bay Area raised quite a stir.
Budget Breakdown: This $153K Garage Retrofit Is the “Taj Mahal of ADUs”
A puzzle-box transforming wall, a cathedral-like ceiling, and natural light galore—is this a rental unit or a palace?
20 Bathrooms With Transformative Tiles
The right tiles can transform any basic space into a breathtaking escape.
A Midcentury Home Nestled in a Pacific Northwest Forest Asks $1.5M
Located in the sylvan enclave of Innis Arden, this home soaks up the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
A Simple Gabled House Features an Intricate Latticework Shell
Architect Sven Matt mixed basic shapes with rich details in this Austrian home.
Buffalo Releases Pocketable Mini Shinobi External Drive
Buffalo’s new MiniStation Shinobi is touted as the world’s thinnest external hard drive, and at 5mm thick (about the size of a...
Hey, Horror Movie Buffs—You Can Own the “Silence of the Lambs” House for $299K
Thankfully, Buffalo Bill’s lair from the 1991 flick is not so creepy in person.
9 Marvelous Waterfront Homes
Whether it's the sound of waves crashing on the shore, or its entrancing blue color, there is something so relaxing about being...
This Renovated Apartment’s Primary Color Scheme Is Anything But Basic
Shades of red, blue, and yellow transform a cramped ’80s apartment into a bold home for a family with twin boys.
24 Indoor Wall Sconces We Love for Less Than $100
Get attached to these affordable designs that work perfectly in the bathroom, bedroom, and hallway.
Home Tour: A Petite Prefab With Stunning Views of the Texas Landscape
This 600-square-foot retreat, designed for an Austin couple, is located deep within a 30,000-acre ranch in West Texas.
23 Drawer Pulls and Knobs to Instantly Upgrade Your Old Dresser
Instantly upgrade your old cabinets and dressers with these chic pulls and knobs.
This Light-Filled Cabin in the Netherlands Is Completely Made by Hand
Zecc Architects and Roel van Norel show just what can happen when great minds work together.
15 Lights From YLighting’s Summer Sale We’re Going Gaga Over
For a limited time only, save up to 20% on over 1,000 table lamps, pendant lights, sconces, and more.
10 Dreamy Italian Villas You Can Rent for an Idyllic Getaway
From a reimagined oil mill in Sicily to a restored Tuscan farmhouse, these enchanting villas abound with rustic details including...
30 Statement Pendant Lights That Can Instantly Upgrade the Room
From sleek and minimalist to scene-stealing and sculptural, these pendant lights bring polish to your home.
A ’70s Beach House in Australia Goes From Basic to Breathtaking
Jost Architects used a blend of washed brick, concrete, and hardwoods to take the midcentury plan to its full potential.
12 Pendant Lights We Really, Really Want From Lumens' Sale—Ending Sunday
No matter what your style is, we guarantee you'll love one of the hundreds of lighting fixtures that are up to 75 percent off...
Our Dorm Definitely Did Not Look Like This
In Poznan, Poland, architect Adam Wierciński transforms a 1929 residential flat into student dwellings for four.
Dwell’s 20 Favorite Desk and Table Lamps for Less Than $100
Let there be light! These desk and table lamps are as chic as they are affordable.
Your Walls Need to Be Introduced to Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year
Say goodbye to greige and hello to First Light, Benjamin Moore’s soft, airy pink that’s the new go-to neutral for any room in...
Blue Bottle Coffee Nakameguro Cafe by Schemata Architects
Blue Bottle Coffee Nakameguro Cafe is a minimal cafe located in Tokyo, Japan, designed by Schemata Architects.
An Affordable Modern Home in Atlanta
On a sloped creekside site in Atlanta, Georgia, architect Staffan Svenson elevates humble materials and basic geometries to craft...
DIY Furniture Ideas for Modern Makers
DIY Furniture 2 offers instructions and inspiration for furniture making.
Foscarini, Le Klint, and Menu Are All on Sale at Lumens Right Now
It’s the reason for the season: save up to 50% off your favorite lighting, fans, furniture, and more during the Lumens Holiday...
These 7 Homes in the Southwest Show How to Design For the Desert
These homes make living in the heat of the desert look easy, breezy, and cool.
Downsize in Style With This Sleek Tiny Home Starting Below $38K
New Zealand–based Build Tiny launches a stylish tiny abode that can be ordered move-in ready or prepped for personalization.
This Bilbao Apartment Takes the Open Floor Plan to the Extreme
Stripped to its basic elements—no walls, only curtains to divide the living spaces—this colorful flat is inspired by Marcel...

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