Novak Djokovic: Behind the Logo
Last year we took a look at tennis great Roger Federer's personal logo (bit of a snooze, frankly), so with the unveiling of...
Behind the Scenes: Grand Budapest Hotel
Production designer Adam Stockhausen on crafting dream accommodations for Wes Anderson’s 2014 film, Grand Budapest Hotel.
Hollywood Star Kim Novak’s Dramatic Former Cliff House Hits the Market in Carmel, CA
Perched atop a rocky two-acre lot overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the enchanting 1957 home is now seeking a whopping $12.5 million.
The Untold Stories Behind the Legendary Homes of Luis Barragán
Dwell visits Casa Gilardi and Cuadra San Cristóbal in Mexico to learn what life is like within the homes of Pritzker-winning...
A Cutting-Edge Addition Hides Behind a Victorian Cottage
Camouflaged in a conservative setting, this Melbourne home for a foodie family centers on a spacious kitchen with perforated...
A Quirky Micro-Office Hides Behind a “Hairy” Facade
A tiny, distraction-free workspace is concealed behind a mysterious “hairy” exterior with no discernible entrance in Nottingham,...
Meet the Faces Behind Our Smart Tech Issue
The writers and photographers that made our July/August 2016 issue possible.
A Sleek Addition Hides Behind a Federation-Era Facade in Sydney
Heritage details cascade into a minimalist composition of glass and blackened timber in this renovation by Studio Prineas.
The #Vanlifers Behind These Must-Follow Instagram Accounts Are Living the Dream
Their souped-up vehicles and dreamy destinations will inspire you to hit the road
A Cozy Aussie Cottage Hides a Sleek Renovation Behind a Heritage Facade
A modest weatherboard house receives a playful update to accommodate a family of five in Sydney.
This “Well-Behaved” Home Hides an Ocean of Blue Behind Its Doors
Behind a subdued exterior, a San Francisco townhouse designed by OPA expresses its wild side.
A Sleek, Two-Story Addition Hides Behind a Traditional Cottage in Sydney
Taking cues from the original home, Madeleine Blanchfield Architects creates a seamless transition from old to new—and the result...
Get the Behind-the-Scenes Story of the Midcentury Mansion in Pixar's Incredibles 2
We asked Academy Award-winning film maker Ralph Eggleston about the design inspiration behind the impressive, cantilevered home...
Go Behind the Scenes With a Process-Driven Handmade-Tile Company in California
Age-old techniques meet modern innovation at a handmade-tile company in California.
Behind the Scenes: A Dystopian, Midcentury Penthouse in ‘The Man in the High Castle’
Production designer Drew Boughton dissects the world of the award-winning series ‘The Man in the High Castle,’ wherein the Axis...
A Colorado Mullet House Hides Its Wild Side Behind a Traditional Facade
Nestled into Boulder’s Mapleton Hill Historic District, the Nut House conceals an unconventional interior—complete with a “ninja...
The Tech Entrepreneur Behind Coursera Is Now Designing a Better Online Classroom
And—on the product front—new conduits of communication and emotional intelligence are designed to make kids feel closer at a time...
A Design Pro Breaks Down the Secret Recipes Behind 5 Stylish Kitchens
Designer Gretchen Krebs of Medium Plenty offers her expert take on five concept kitchens styled by Bosch and outfitted with the...
What’s the Twist Behind This Home’s Sinuous Staircase? Ordinary Plywood
A renowned architect transforms a 1920s home, drawing upon a palette of plywood and glass to dramatic effect.
Meet the George Nelson Associate Who Designed the Dunkin’ Donuts Logo
The industrial designer and Pratt Institute graduate teaches at her alma mater, instilling midcentury rigor in the creators of...
The Architect Behind The Wing’s Chic Workspaces Shares Her Favorite Gifts
Alda Ly’s list includes eight accoutrements sure to zhuzh up any kitchen or home office.
A Striking Courtyard Awaits Behind These Bluestone Walls
Hidden behind a stunning home, this courtyard encourages relaxed, indoor/outdoor living.
The Firm Behind the Legendary Apple Store Reimagines a Nike VP’s 1950s Home
Known for its unrivaled views, a ranch-style home in Portland, Oregon, gets a glass-centric overhaul.
A Kitchen Counter Material Is the Secret Behind This Home’s Crisp All-White Exterior
A boldly minimalist house rises in South Korea.
Rural Studio’s 20K Homes Reveal the Systemic Problems Behind Affordable Housing
In rural Western Alabama, a student-led program evolves from building $20,000 homes to creating a blueprint for sustainable,...
The Researcher Behind HouseZero Brings Us Closer to AI-Powered, Self-Regulating Homes
Ali Malkawi leads us into a future where software helps a house adapt to changing conditions.
Claire Weisz Shares the Story Behind Her Most-Prized Objet d’Art
The New York architect, who has retooled everything from parks to food-processing plants, explains the origin story of the...
The Couple Behind a Buzzworthy Swedish Furniture Line Built a Home That’s Just as Irresistible
Jari and Anna Visuri turn a wooded plot of land by the Baltic Sea into a relaxing retreat—and a casual calling card for their...
Modern Interiors Shine Behind the 19th-Century Facade of This Nashville Home, Now Asking $2.1M
A Dutch renaissance home with a storied past in Nashville, Tennessee, has received a head-to-toe renovation that brings out its...
The Woman Behind Le Corbusier’s Iconic Chaise Almost Didn’t Get the Job
French designer Charlotte Perriand was initially turned down for a role at Corbu’s Paris studio—until one of her works quickly...
Jonathan Olivares Tells the Story of the Shop Tool Behind Some of His Most Recognizable Designs
Industrial designer Jonathan Olivares' red vise has journeyed with him from his childhood basement to the world stage.
A Japanese Painter’s Wedge-Shaped Home Tucks its Living Space Behind a Gallery Wall
This radical home along Japan’s Tokaido road, the country’s historic eastern sea route, doubles as an art gallery and studio.
A London Terrace House Gets a Bright Extension That Honors Its Arts and Crafts Heritage
The 194-square-foot addition by Novak Hiles Architects features an open-plan kitchen and dining area that connects to a...
Behind the Scenes at VIPP
We're big fans of VIPP here at Dwell, and we've previously covered products like their soap dispenser, trash bin, and toothbrush...
Dwell's New Look
Behind the Dwell Magazine Redesign
Matter: Logo Evolution
In our May issue I wrote about the undersung Swiss mid-century modernist Herbert Matter, a graphic designer and photographer who...

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