Sleek Scandinavian Design Permeates a Family’s Summer House in an Old Fishing Village
Completed in 2016, the courtyard home is a modern take on the traditional, brick-and-stone buildings in the seaside town.
This Idyllic Swedish Summerhouse Can Only Be Reached by Boat
Helicoptered to the site in prefab pieces, a holiday retreat springs up on a remote and roadless island.
A Pint-Sized, No-Frills Summerhouse Rises From the Rocks on a Swedish Island
STEG Arkitekter designs a casual hideout to peel away the stress of city life.
An Architect’s Weekend Home Balances on a Rocky Slope in the Stockholm Archipelago
Rickard Rotstein brings a lifetime of experience to the design of his own Swedish summerhouse.
Dwell Picks: 12 Products We’re Head-Over-Heels for This Summer
The warmest season may be flying by, but these products help prolong that summertime feeling.
Here Are Some of the Best Summertime Sales to Shop Right Now
Snag some sweet summer savings with our favorite deals on apparel, furniture, cookware, and more.
Deck Chairs, Tuberculosis, and the Titanic: The Unexpected Origins of a Summertime Staple
Before the style of reclining outdoor furniture became a symbol of outdoor leisure, it was used for a very different purpose.
Modern Meets Traditional in a Swedish Summer House
On an 18th-century farmstead in rural Sweden, two Copenhagen designers handcraft a summerhouse that seamlessly melds the modern...
Say Goodbye to Need Supply by Shopping Its Massive Closeout Sale
Ahead of its closure, Need Supply is offering up to 80% off its meticulously curated home decor and fashion.
13 Pergolas That Keep It Cool for Indoor/Outdoor Living
These pergolas and trellises throw shade (in a good way).
Multiple Modern Cabins Make Up This French Holiday Home
Set within the sloped terrain of beautiful Cap Ferret, France, is a contemporary holiday home perfect for both entertaining and...
This Swedish Retreat Fuses Scandinavian Vibes With Traditional Barn-Like Style
A local architect intertwines an unexpected twist to the design of this summer home in Sweden.
14 Upstate New York Retreats Perfect for Beating the City Heat
From converted barns to modern cabins, each offers a different take on a scenic country escape.
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Incredible Outdoor Spaces
Ah, sweet sweet summertime. What better way to sit back and relax, than enjoying an epic patio, roof, or backyard.
A 19th-Century Paris Apartment Building Gets a Refined Addition With a Rooftop Garden
The new elevation by local firm Rotunno Justman comprises two 645-square-foot units that harmonize with the existing structure...
Besides Being Works of Art, These Custom Metal Shutters Master the Texas Heat
A motif of perforated metal is carried throughout an Austin home, lessening the harsh effects of the sun.
19 Breezy Bachs That’ll Have You Running to the Beach
We’re buying in to the idea of the New Zealand bach—a modest coastal home soaked in sun and surf.
2 New Gable Roofs Brighten Up an Edwardian Cottage in Melbourne
The Melbourne beachside suburb of Sandringham is filled with period houses such as this Edwardian timber home—but this one has...
A Cedar-Clad Cabin With a Glass “Sunroof” Rises on a Hillside in Norway
Along the Nordic nation’s southeast coast, Line Solgaard Arkitekter creates a magical family getaway that stands in symbiosis...
A Black Gable Villa in Copenhagen Stands Out From Its Stately Neighbors
The modern dwelling incorporates its woodsy-yet-urban surrounds through copious glazing.
A New Eco-Friendly Home Emerges From a Tired Structure on Long Island’s Wetlands
Josh Manes Architecture imagines protruding and receding volumes to maximize solar energy and frame 360-degree views.
A Pint-Sized Houseboat Provides a Peaceful Refuge for a Budapest Couple
Two city dwellers find respite aboard a 65-square-foot floating home on Eastern Hungary’s Lake Tisza.
Before & After: An Architect Peps Up Her Midcentury Chalet in the Catskills
Azin Valy of I-Beam Design turns a 1965 fixer-upper in White Lake, New York, into a rural retreat for her and her husband.
This V-Shaped House’s Front Courtyard Opens Up to the Neighborhood
In West Vancouver, Architecture Building Culture creates an inviting residence that makes the most of a tricky, triangular site.
Top 5 Homes of the Week That Embrace Their Surroundings
Sliding glass doors, immense windows, and relaxing patios connect the residents of these modern homes with lush backyards and...
This Tiny House in New Zealand Is a 241-Square-Foot Slice of Paradise
Inspired by the cinematic landscape of New Zealand’s North Island, this tiny home is the guest house you’ve always wanted to...
8 Memorial Day Mattress Sales You Definitely Don’t Want to Sleep On
Save up to $400 this Memorial Day on that new mattress you’ve been eyeing.
Each Day at This Floating Home Begins With a Swim, Just Two Feet From Bed
After three years ashore, a Copenhagen couple return to the city’s waterways on a floating home for two.
10 Incredible Rentals For Your Dream Trip to Iceland
There are so many great reasons to visit the tiny island nation of Iceland—here's where to stay.
Alaska: The Final (Architectural) Frontier
“I always wanted to live in a glass house,” explains Valerie Phelps, as she stands surrounded by the 40 feet of floor-to-ceiling...
The Overlooked Midcentury Duo Who Pioneered the Term “Indoor/Outdoor Living”
Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green’s industrial furnishings—used for many of the Case Study Houses—set an enduring standard for...
A Couple Takes an Unassuming Plot of Land and Calls it Home
After a long day at the office together, this pair relaxes in upstate New York.
A Scandinavian Summer Home Built for Surf, Sports, and Sun
An adventurous family envisions a dream getaway on Sweden’s southwestern shore.
Budget Breakdown: An Architect Couple Build a Net-Zero Home and Studio for $250 Per Square Foot
eMZed Architecture construct a sustainable, durable, high-performance residence and office in Portland, Oregon, for $950,000—an...
A Nearly Invisible “Hytte” Rises From a High Plateau in Norway
Snøhetta puts a contemporary twist on the traditional Norwegian ski cabin.
Modern Home Furnished With Flea Market Finds
French designer Florence Deau effortlessly mixes the old with the new.

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