Little Urbanites
Modernism is for moms, says Kim Sibley, and just as importantly, their wee ones too.
The Community-Run Cedar House by Airbnb and Go Hasegawa Welcomes Guests in Rural Japan
Now available to book through Airbnb, Yoshino Cedar House serves as a shared space for the rural community of Yoshino, Japan, and...
Stacked Boxes Form an Experimental Hillside House
Built into a steep slope, this contemporary spec house hopes to raise the bar for hillside development in Los Angeles.
A Modern Mountain Lodge That Will Make You Love Winter Like Never Before
The cultural renaissance that continues to thrive in New York’s Hudson Valley extends its reach to the Catskills with an eclectic...
When Living on the Edge is Super Comfortable
Off the coast of British Columbia—on a site accessible only by boat—a family of Vancouver urbanites commissioned a sustainable...
See How This Colorful Hong Kong Apartment Was Made to Feel Bigger Than it Actually Is
In Hong Kong's Happy Valley—where land is scarce and living spaces are usually pretty small—multi-disciplinary design practice...
Mingle With Mother Nature in This Tiny Prefab Getaway
Tucked into an old-growth forest, this prefab home was assembled in just three days with minimal site impact.
Budget Breakdown: Weekend DIYers Renovate a Dated Catskills Retreat For $201K
New York City–based couple Danielle and Ely Franko share the renovation budget for the Hunter Greenhouse, a 1971 Catskills home...
Indoor Gardens Bring Light and Air Into This Brick Home in Vietnam
Greenery abounds at this urban oasis in Hanoi.
Fall For the Tropical Bohemian Charms of This Elegant Hotel in Tulum
Tropical minimalism meets artisanal Mexican craftsmanship in Casa Pueblo, a 16-room boutique hotel in the heart of Tulum that...
The Brick Weave House in Chicago
Born as a horse stable, the Brick Weave House in Chicago is all about transportation and transparency.
A Matte Black Home in Mexico City Opens Up to 360-Degree Forest Views
Nestled in a forest in southern Mexico City, this home has an intimate relationship with nature and the outlying landscape.
Work Begins on a New Airport at Machu Picchu, Sparking Protests
Construction has begun on a controversial airport near the Incan citadel, but naysayers are worried about the future of the...
6 British Vacation Homes You Can Stay in That Were Designed by Renowned Architects
If you’re a fan of modern architecture, then why not plan your next vacation at one of these British holiday properties designed...
This Off-Grid Prefab Is All About Location, Location, Location
The sleek design from Stockholm-based iOhouse doesn’t rely on utility hookups, allowing you to live in luxury wherever you want.
A Sustainable Home Near Sydney Boasts Chicken Coops, Vertical Gardens, and More
A new home in Australia raises the question: Is it possible to produce much of your own food and energy while living near the...
These Serene, Minimalist Apartments in Tokyo Are Filled With Light and Nature
Norm Architects and Keiji Ashizawa Design renovate two Tokyo apartments—and the result is a love letter to Scandinavian and...
10 Adorable Tiny Homes You Can Rent Right Now
Discover what the tiny house lifestyle is all about by staying in one of these micro-sized vacation rentals.
Modern Lofts We'd Love to Call Home
While loft living might not be for everyone, others find it dream-worthy.
A Slim Green Home in Vietnam Rises Like a Tendril Out of Concrete
Green and blue finishes inspired by nature fill a 13-foot-wide building in Ho Chi Minh City shared by a family and its tenants.
These Prefab Tiny Homes Can Be Linked to Create Entire Apartment Complexes
PolyRoom by French design studio Cutwork is a compact, flexible living space designed for endless applications.
This Mexico City Apartment Building Brings a Historic Home Into the 21st Century
A restored townhouse in Mexico City’s trendiest neighborhood anchors an eight-story apartment building to its surroundings.
An Architect Builds a Two-Family Home to Foster Young Farmers in the Hudson Valley
City dwellers with a passion for produce, Eugene Kwak and Claire Ko share their house and 16 acres with the local agricultural...
Lake|Flato’s Wellness-Focused Haciendas in Dallas Start at $589K
The new residential development offers first-time homebuyers, empty nesters, and down-sizers the perks of living in the city—but...
An Architect Couple Turn an Urban Eyesore Into a Home That’s Both Peaceful and Playful
Clean, streamlined spaces with a reverence for the outdoors reflect a Toronto family’s adventurous lifestyle.
15 Enchanting Homes in Mexico City That Retreat From the Bustle
From urban sanctuaries in the city center to weekend getaways in nearby Valle de Bravo, these homes are as diverse and innovative...
In the Idyllic Catskills, Designers Take Homes From Rickety to Ravishing
Lured by the siren call of the mountains, these New Yorkers wield hammer and nail to tackle the region’s fixer-uppers.
Canadian Beacon
When most people think of locations for a holiday home, they have visions of beaches, golf courses, spas, and chalets.
Mountain Dwellings Urban Development in Copenhagen
In Ørestad—Copenhagen’s tiny but buzzing new hub of urban development—a mountain rises from the flatlands.
12 Epic Hotels That Take Glamping to the Next Level
When you really want to go camping, but you really don’t have a clue.
24 Outdoor Products for Every Kind of Summer Plan
Check out this list of furnishings and accoutrements for the beach, backyard, campground, and beyond.
32 Architects Reveal Budget Breakdowns for Projects Ranging From $1.5K to $910K
Have you ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at what a renovation or new build actually costs?
An Introduction to Home Gardening
Ever since Adam and Eve’s unfortunate eviction, their descendants have been plunging hands and seeds into the earth in hopes of...
Forwarding Dallas
Earlier this year, Dwell editor Aaron Britt traveled down to Dallas, Texas, for a design charrette with Re:Vision Dallas.
Ai Weiwei’s Washington Moment
He’s been jailed, beaten, and most recently, had his design firm, Fake Cultural Development, shut down by Chinese authorities.
Architecture and the City 2011
This week, the AIA San Francisco kicks off its ninth annual Architecture and the City festival.

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