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Shelf Life
Though he appears to live alone, this graphically inclined Parisian commissioned an apartment that deftly houses his many...
How to Build a Floating Shelf
So you can take the perfect shelfie.
The U*Shelf System
Shelving often acts as a boring backdrop to the various vases, books, and knickknacks on display.
These Digital Nomads Live, Work, and Travel in a Sprinter Van
We chat with Lexi and Cody—the "van-trepreneurs" behind Dynamo Ultima—about what it's like to live and run a creative studio out...
An Innovative Modular Building System in Ecuador
Seeking a way to blend architecture into the natural environment, a pair of Ecuador-based designers invents a new modular...
Burrow’s Beloved Nomad Sofas Are on Sale This Weekend
Billing itself “the internet’s favorite couch,” Burrow’s best-selling Nomad Collection is getting a facelift.
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Top-Shelf Libraries
Take a page from their books—these modern home libraries from the Dwell community are seriously impressive.
Topdrawer Cultivates Creativity and Coziness With Their Heirloom-Quality Tools for Nomads
Fuzzy slippers, bento boxes, Japanese handkerchiefs, and more—Topdrawer is your one-stop shop for functional and beautiful...
The Whole House System That Unifies Every Room
Flexible and customizable, Henrybuilt systems are integrated solutions that elevate living spaces.
The Art of Arranging: 6 Tips on Creating Stylish Shelf Displays
Aimlessly arrange no more—we're breaking down the basics on how to organize your shelves in a way that highlights and exhibits...
Henrybuilt’s Systems Instantly Upgrade Unused Space
The flexibility of Henrybuilt’s unique system of products, combined with its specialized design service, allows for seamless...
Dwell Made Presents: DIY Shoe Shelf With a Macramé Curtain
Build a simple, trendy shoe shelf to help declutter your closet with this easy-to-follow video and guide.
Arm Your Home With the Best Security Systems of 2020
Keep an eye on comings and goings with a reliable home security system that complements your space.
This Sleek Home Security System Blends in With Any Decor
SimpliSafe’s exceptionally designed home security system is both powerful and beautiful, safeguarding every corner of the house...
5 of the Best-Looking Home Security Systems Out There
It’s common for homeowners to come to the realization that although they want to protect their homes from burglaries and similar...
This Storage System Packs Up in Just Five Minutes
During the London Design Festival, Natalia Geci presents a “nomadic” furniture collection that mitigates the hassle of moving.
Elegant Design Meets Versatile Performance With This Customizable Home System
Henrybuilt’s luxury line of products streamline the functionality of some of the most hard-working rooms in your home.
This Off-Grid Turkish Cabin Features a Nifty Pulley System
Pulley-operated walls and windows open the door to indoor/outdoor living in this tiny prefab cabin.
Philippe Starck Dreams Up Super Green Prefab System
The famed designer on how his modular living system offers a new, greener take on housing.
Dwell Made Presents: DIY Back-Off Shelving System
Learn how to build an easy, versatile shelving system designed by Christopher Deam using this step-by-step video and guide.
5 Ways to Master Your Domain with One Smart Home System
A prominent designer “tech-talks” about using Control4 to orchestrate smart home devices and emphasizes the importance of...
How to Find the Best Home Security System to Suit Your Space
We’ve rounded up the best systems designed to secure your house—no matter your needs.
3 Smart Storage Systems Maximize Space in a Tiny Studio Apartment in Budapest
Budapest design studio POSITION Collective employs clever storage solutions, including a wardrobe rack, modular walls, and a...
Ori by Yves Béhar Is the New Robotic Furniture System Poised to Transform Urban Living
Developed with technology out of the MIT Media Lab and designed by Fuseproject, the mobile, modular furniture system is now...
An Art Gallerist’s Bachelor Pad in Madrid Revolves Around a Bold Red Storage System
With a budget of $100,000, Gon Architects renovates an attic apartment with the kitchen and bathroom contained in a...
Whether You’re a Skilled Craftsman or DIY Newb, You’re Going to Want This Book on Your Shelf
Design hobbyist Jeff Waldman’s illustrated guide to more than 500 tools will give you a head start for the job at hand.
The NoMad Hotel, New York
One block away from the scene-making New York outpost of the Ace Hotel, in a district mostly known for its wholesale garment...
Lesson Learned: How I Could’ve Saved $3K on My Geodesic Dome Home’s Electrical System
A tech entrepreneur passes on a key lesson from his overhaul of an off-grid geodesic dome in Joshua Tree.
Why an Architect Keeps Hand-Carved Icelandic Birds on Her Shelf
London-based Sigrún Sumarliðadóttir recalls how her collection started with gifts from her parents and became touchstones of her...
You Can Buy This Tiny House for $39K on Amazon
The latest dwelling from NOMAD Micro Homes is as well-designed as it is affordable.
Must-have smart home tech gadgets from ISE 2017
Looking to make your home just a little smarter? While still in its infancy, the number of smart home products—devices that let...
Blu Dot's Modular SHILF Shelf
The folks at Blu Dot have taken a cue from IKEA and issued a new style of modular shelving called the "SHILF." Like the Swedish...
A Network of Prefab Tiny Homes Allows Users to "Pay as You Live"
Smart, sustainable, and minimalistic—these "location-independent, pay-as-you-live" prefab tiny homes introduce a new genre of...
A Look at Living Machine Systems
Recently, Dwell had the opportunity to tour the San Francisco’s Public Utilities Commission headquarters, which seemed...
Waterpod: A Nomad Habitation for the Climate Changed Future
While scientists usually get the big headlines for research and forecasts related to global warming, many artists and designers...
15 Tiny Homes You Can Buy for Less Than $70K
Try the simple life on for size and make one of these affordable tiny houses your own.
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