Journey Through Eastern Japan on a Luxury Sleeper Train
Enter the world of Train Suite Shiki-shima, a 10-car sleeper train that’s more like a scenic boutique hotel than a simple means...
The Barcelona Home Like No Other
Layer by layer, a crumbling 18th-century flat in the middle of Barcelona finds new life at the hands of architect Benedetta...
Stay at an Old Converted Train Station in the Belgian Countryside
Located just an hour away from Brussels, the only visible clue to this vacation home's past life is the train track that...
7 of the Most Amazing Sleeper Trains Around the World
From cozy sleeping berths to swanky observation carriages, these sleeper trains pair elegant design with picturesque railway...
This Serene L.A. Bathroom Will Transport You to a Sun-Soaked Grecian Isle
A homeowner’s love for Santorini, Greece, became the inspiration for her master bathroom’s tranquil upgrade.
Home for the Holidays? Here’s What You Need to Know About Traveling This Winter
With so much up in the air due to COVID-19, Americans are playing it safe when planning holiday vacations.
A Converted Swedish Train Station With Major Wes Anderson Vibes Asks $664K
All aboard! Dating back to 1901, this reimagined dwelling blends quirky character with refined interiors.
A Dramatic Cutout Wall and Other Surprises Define This Playful House
In Auckland, New Zealand, an architect cleverly uses roof supports and surplus soil to define space, both inside and out.
7 Affordable Prefab Homes and Other Alternative, Inexpensive Home Options
Nowadays, innovators in the world of prefab and kit home design have continued to push the boundaries on what they can do—their...
How This Australian Beach House Connects to the Coast Is on a Whole Other Level
On the outskirts of Sydney, Bundeena Beach House’s green roof and sculptural skylight are just the tip of the iceberg when it...
Journey by Design: Berlin's Tempelhof Airport Is a Public Park Like No Other
Sprawling across a bewildering 32 million square feet, Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport is one of the world’s most eclectic public...
This Low-Impact Home Links a Family Closer to Each Other and the Spanish Landscape
Nestled in the wine country of Tarragona, Spain, Casa Almudena emphasizes connection through an intriguing open-plan concept and...
How to Find Unique Homes on Airbnb and Other Tech-Enabled Travel Tips
Technology has enabled our obsession with traveling to unique, barely discovered places—from distant destinations to gems hidden...
The Shelter Spritz—and Other Cocktail Recipes You Should Definitely Try at Home
Five world-class mixologists share their shelter-in-place drink of choice, and tips that will instantly upgrade your home bar.
A Folding “Adventure Wagon”—and 18 Other Ways to Picnic Like a Wes Anderson Character
Whether you’re camping in style, bringing a spread to the park, or hosting a backyard cookout, our picks are sure to set the...
The Swiss Pavilion Takes You on a Mind-Bending House Tour Unlike Any Other
Svizzera 240: House Tour at the Venice Biennale invites visitors to enter an Alice in Wonderland-like environment where different...
Where Others See a Go-Kart, Jay Nelson Sees a Buggy Fit for a Sea Creature
The artist teams up with Mollusk surf shop owner John McCambridge to bring a beach-roving fantasy to life in wood and fiberglass.
The Inimitable Artek Stool—and 16 Other Alvar Aalto Designs to Bring Warm Modernism Into Your Home
Born February 3 in Kuortane, Finland, Alvar Aalto brought a harmonious balance of function and grace to everything he designed.
A Neon, Faux-Fur Humanoid Pillow—and Other Weird, Wonderful Things You Need From Crosby Home Studios
Architect and designer Harry Nuriev’s home goods and loungewear collection debuts with a virtual showroom you won’t want to stop...
Landscape Architect Bernard Trainor
We're thrilled to welcome Bernard Trainor to Dwell on Design this year.
Woodbury Trains Latino Architects
Frequent Dwell contributor and all-around sharp design writer Mark Lamster has a bang-up story in The Architect right now about...
Transport Perceptual Pod by Alberto Frias
Las Vegas–based architect Alberto Frias' design, an LED-illuminated perceptual pod called Transport, drew a lot of attention on...
Grand Central Madison Is New York City’s Most Transportive Train Station Thanks to Its Art
Massive mosaics by Yayoi Kusama and Kiki Smith plus more works bring verve and vibe to the city’s new terminal.
Jim Belushi's Mediterranean-Style Brentwood Estate Asks a Whopping $28M
This celebrity abode will transport you straight to Tuscany—for a cool $28 million.
This Narrow Lot in Australia Holds Two Homes—But One’s Stone, and the Other’s Steel
Architecture firm Retallack Thompson expanded the 1830s rock dwelling and added a two-bed unit made of plate metal at the rear of...
10 Verner Panton Designs That Will Transport You Back to the '60s
When you think of Verner Panton, what initially comes to mind?
Looks Like We're Getting That Train
The high speed rail system in France, called the TGV, has revolutionized travel within the country.
Sketches of Spain (and other Gehrys)
What is the purpose of the architectural sketch in the era of computer-assisted design? Is it creative discipline, exploration—or...
You Will Soon, Hypothetically, Be Able to Take a Luxury Train Across Saudi Arabia
On the heels of the controversial Neom mega-city announcements last year, the kingdom has announced the new Dream of the Desert...
Creative Landscape Design for a Renovated Eichler in California
Landscape designer Bernard Trainor masterminds a seamless garden to surround a Silicon Valley Eichler.
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.
10 Backpacks and Bags Every Commuter Needs to Know About
There’s an art to selecting the perfect commuter bag—and we're here to help.
Own This Charming 1941 Midcentury in L.A. For $1.9M
Listed for the third time since its construction, this midcentury gem will transport you back in time.
An Australian Cottage Gets a Mediterranean-Inspired Revamp
With crisp, white stucco walls and a lush garden setting, this airy space will mentally transport you to the Mediterranean.
Dwell’s Top 10 Tiny Homes of 2018
Affordable, adorable, and in many cases, transportable, these tiny homes made a big impact on our readers this year.
An Old Worker’s Cottage Is Reborn Into an Eco-Friendly Home and Learning Center
A modern Melbourne renovation teaches others how to live sustainably without compromise.

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