This Modern Farmhouse in Quebec Will Make You Do a Double Take
Thomas Balaban Architect (TBA) radically updates a traditional farmhouse and adds a cedar-clad addition that charms through...
Take Me Home
A “tree house” of clean lines, ample glass, and thoughtful ingenuity lets a Washington, DC–area family and a stream of weekend...
How to Make Fire Cider
This generations-old spicy, sweet, sour concoction can both fight the flu and level-up a cocktail.
Ask an Expert: How Do I Make My Home More Energy-Efficient?
Three eco-conscious designers share simple ways to boost your home's energy efficiency.
How One Family of Three Does It All in 675 Square Feet
A growing family in Brooklyn downsizes their living space while expanding their collective quality of life.
The Things All Designers Do to Make Their Home a Happier Place
While we generally see ourselves as silver-lining kind of people, the reality is, bad days happen to good people.
How to Make Aloe Vera Margaritas
Take a sip of this summer’s newest cocktail—a refreshing twist on the classic margarita.
How Changing the Layout of Your House Can Make it a Home
Parachute founder Ariel Kaye gives us the 411 in this excerpt from her new book, “How to Make a House a Home.”
A Hidden Fireman’s Pole Is Just One of This Portuguese Home’s Many Delights
Balancing the need for privacy with a neighborhood connection, this introspective residence in Lisbon invests in useful—yet...
How to Build a Floating Home
We spoke with architect Eric Cobb about the process behind building a floating home.
8 Stylish London Apartments
Many Londoners are known for having a well-honed sense of style, so it’s no surprise that Dwell has covered a number of...
11 Transforming Apartments That Make the Most of Minuscule Spaces
With shifting configurations and hidden compartments, these incredible apartments transform to suit their owners’ needs.
How Phloem Studio Makes their Captain's Chair
We have such a great appreciation for handcrafted furniture, where designers put their heart and soul into each piece with the...
See How This Compact Home in Vietnam Makes the Most of 194 Square Feet
Along a cul-de-sac in the densely populated Vietnamese city of Ho Chi Minh City, a 194-square-foot plot slotted tightly between...
How to Make a House Feel Like a Home, According to the Founders of Canyon Coffee
For Ally Walsh and Casey Wojtalewicz, any good coffee routine requires intention—and so does decorating a new space.
What Looks Like a Single Dwelling in Melbourne Actually Holds Six Walk-Up Apartments
Located in the suburb of Richmond in Melbourne, Australia, Coppin Street Apartments consists of five one-bedroom units and one...
It Takes a Village
On Washington's lush Bainbridge Island, one community strives for quality of life as a sustainable initiative.
8 Best Dwell Penthouses
One of the best aspects of living in a high-rise in the middle of the city is the spectacular view you may be able to enjoy.
Old-World Charm Meets Modern Finishes in These 6 Parisian Apartments
What could be more Parisian than a chic apartment or flat that combines original crown molding, contemporary furniture, and...
14 “Before & After” Renovations in Portland That’ll Make You Do a Double Take
These dramatic transformations in the City of Roses kick dated features, dim spaces, and cramped rooms to the curb.
Make Yourself at Home in One of These Small Spaces on Boats That You Can Rent
If you're eager to put your sea legs to good use, but don’t want the work of setting sail, then consider camping out on one of...
Ask an Expert: How Can I Make My Home More Energy-Independent?
When you can’t connect to the grid, rely on natural gas, or store enough solar energy, propane can be a dependable way to power...
Yes, You Should Wear a Face Mask. Here’s How to Get or Make One
Crafters and designers are offering DIY instructions and options to “buy one, give one.”
Take a Peek at These 30 Architects’ Private Homes
Being your own client comes with its own challenges and rewards.
Here’s How to Make Your Own Bee Home for World Bee Day
IKEA’s design lab, SPACE10, is sharing free plans to build a custom home for bees.
This Cantilevered Home in Austria Takes In All the Views
Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the second level, providing a panoramic perspective over rolling green hills.
How One Aspen House Lives Up to LEED
Smart technology helps a house in Aspen, Colorado, stay on its sustainable course.
35 Modern Homes That Make the Case for Concrete
Durable, versatile, and energy-efficient to boot, concrete is a smart building material with endless design potential.
Take a Peek at How IKEA Is Celebrating its 75th Birthday
After 75 years of iconic design, the Swedish furniture megastore is paying homage to the past by relaunching a tight selection of...
Revealing the Pros and Cons of Exposed Brick and How to Take Care of It
For centuries, bricks have been the literal and figurative building blocks of communities across the globe.
How Much Could You Do with 270 Square Feet?
Taking its lead from a Swedish building code, a new book proposes ingenious concepts that can fit in 270 square feet.
An Old Amsterdam School Is Converted Into 10 Apartments
In Amsterdam’s Bellamy neighborhood, an old school is repurposed and transformed into modern, lofty apartments.
Two Apartments Were Combined into This Inviting Brooklyn Home
In an industrial part of Brooklyn, architect Sarah Zames transforms two unremarkable apartments into one modern space full of...
Instantly Make Your Home Healthier With Airmega
Combining cutting-edge smart technology with sleek, modern design, Airmega’s air purifiers promote a healthy home environment...
Made in America: Make It Work (From Home)
Has your home office been working overtime? It's time to give it a promotion.
The Design Life: How Do the Dwell 24 See the World?
We surveyed our designers to find out—the results may surprise you.

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