Design 101: What Are Alexander Homes, and Why Are They Still So Beloved?
The Alexander Construction Company made Palm Springs living accessible to the masses.
A 16th-Century Florentine Palazzo Is Transformed Into an Artist Residency
Housed within the Palazzo Galli Tassi in the heart of Florence, Numeroventi is an artist residency, exhibition space, and loft...
Here Are 18 of the Best Midcentury Renovations in Palm Springs
We’ve gathered some of our favorite homes that maintain their original flavor without sacrificing 21st-century modernizations.
Spend Your Days Working From Home in This Handsomely Renovated Oakland Loft for $1.2M
Designed by pioneering live/work architect Tom Dolan, the open residence features a floating staircase and a street-level...
10 Iconic Case Study Houses in Southern California
The midcentury residential architecture experiment shaped American home design much beyond the postwar era.
18 Modern Fireplaces and Fire Pits to Inspire Outdoor Living
Warm nights spent sitting outside with friends are just around the corner—so sit back, relax, and get inspired by these charming...
Meet “Object & Thing,” New York’s Rule-Breaking New Art and Design Fair
Launched by a Frieze art fair veteran, the weekend-long event presents 200 works by both artists and designers in a Bushwick...
The Rise of the Kidney-Shaped Pool and Its Unexpected Impact on Skate Culture
Who knew the sport of skateboarding owed so much to Alvar Aalto?
15 Outdoor Kitchens That Inspire Al Fresco Dining
Combining culinary creativity with a love of nature, these inspiring kitchens will make you want to cook, dine, and host outdoors...
Donald Wexler Himself Helped Renovate This Palm Springs Prefab Rental
Not only did the father of Palm Springs modernism design this steel-and-glass prefab, but he also stepped in to oversee its...
Before & After: Twinning Homes in Melbourne Go From Ramshackle to Ravishing
Mairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...
An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of Skylights
A skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...
The Legacy of the First Licensed Black Architect in Texas Lives Here
A compelling book details how John S. Chase impacted modernism through the low-slung Houston home he designed for his family with...
Opinion: Will Our Future Be All-Electric?
Cities across the country are banning natural gas in new homes.
Designers Are Creating At-Home Pet Spas for Their Dog-Obsessed Clients
As the family pet has morphed into the “fur baby,” designers are making washing the dog easier—and more beautiful.
15 Architectural Gingerbread Houses That Are Definitely Not Cookie Cutter
These tasty and tasteful gingerbread houses and campers take cues from the best in iconic architecture and design.
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So Valuable
We may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...
17 Kitchens That Go Bold With Pastels
Whether it’s buttery yellow, powder blue, or mint green, these soft-hued kitchens are anything but timid.
Sofa Bed Versus Wall Bed: What’s Best for Your Small Space?
Now that small space living has become more and more common, people are looking for the best types of furniture that will allow...
17 Arne Jacobsen Designs We Love
We’re celebrating the birthday of the iconic designer and architect by looking back at some of his best work.
4 Exceptional Prefab Homes in Missouri
These homes explore different prefabrication techniques throughout the Midwest state.
Innovative Workspaces Across Chicago
New Zealand’s Studio Magazine goes behind the doors of Windy City design firms to see how the city's creatives work.
17 Dreamy and Rentable Retreats for a Pacific Northwest Escape
Between infinite outdoor happenings and quaint urban charms, Oregon and Washington are just the places to hightail it to for a...
17 Shou Sugi Ban Homes That Are Singed to Perfection
The beautiful charred look of shou sugi ban—or more accurately, yakisugi—gives these homes from around the world a striking...
4 Prefab Home Companies in Louisiana
These prefab and modular homes are ready for the delights of Louisiana’s landscape—and the challenges of its hot, humid climate.
4 Innovative Prefab Homes in Georgia
From container homes to domed houses, these prefab residences in Georgia have a lot to offer.
Grandson of Frank Lloyd Wright Constructs Peaceful Prefab Near the Legend's Famed School
A scion of Frank Lloyd Wright erects a modular hillside retreat near the architect’s estate.
This Charming San Francisco Condo Asks $1.7M
High ceilings, hardwood floors, and endless bay windows make this Pacific Heights home an airy sanctuary.
Azurest South: The Virginia Home Where a Pioneering Queer Black Architect’s Legacy Lives
A compelling book about Amaza Lee Meredith writes the trailblazer’s work into the American modernism narrative—starting with her...
A Carefully Renovated Victorian in Charleston, South Carolina, Lists for $4.2M
The well-preserved 6,996-square-foot residence has historic details, including stained glass and multiple fireplaces, as well as...
4 Modern Prefab Home Companies in Colorado
These Colorado-based firms turn to prefabrication for precisely built, eco-conscious projects—from cozy timber-framed cabins to...
4 Reasons Why Alder Is a Trending Wood
Eco-friendly, easy to work with, and cost-efficient, alder wood is having a moment in the world of building materials.
Richard Neutra’s Bailey House Hits the Market—Along With a Lavish Mansion—for $20M
Also known as Case Study House #20, the Bailey House was restored by Marmol Radziner.
Top 4 Homes of the Week With Impressive Backyards
Whether you have a small deck in the city or a massive pool in the suburbs, having a standout backyard can be a game changer for...
Let There Be Light: 4 Types of Kitchen Illumination
By layering different types of lighting in your kitchen, you boost not only its functionality, but also its level of warmth and...

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