A Look at Frank Lloyd Wright's Little-Known PrefabsFrom early modular construction to a portfolio of homes based in the Midwest, we take a look at the prefab residences designed by...
Before & After: Twinning Homes in Melbourne Go From Ramshackle to RavishingMairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...
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.
Here’s How to Deck Out Your Home Like a Breezy Palm Springs MidcenturyCultivate a sunny state of mind with these pieces that channel Palm Springs’ brand of midcentury modernism.
For a Cool $25 Million, You Can Buy Richard Neutra’s Most Famous Palm Springs HomeThe Kaufmann Desert House was meticulously restored by Marmol Radziner in the 1990s—and now it’s up for grabs.
An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of SkylightsA skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...
A 16th-Century Florentine Palazzo Is Transformed Into an Artist ResidencyHoused within the Palazzo Galli Tassi in the heart of Florence, Numeroventi is an artist residency, exhibition space, and loft...
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So ValuableWe may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...
Kanye West’s Star Wars-Inspired Prefab Home Prototypes May Get Torn Down‘Ye’s vision of affordable dome homes for the masses hits a major road block.
The Dwell 24: Studio KaeFor Zhekai Zhang and Keren Wang, the pair behind Studio Kae, imperfection is often the desired outcome.
10 Buildings We Love by Piers TaylorKnown for his stripped-back approach to home design, RIBA award-winning architect Piers Taylor focuses more on light and space...
Dwell Reflects on Frank Lloyd Wright in Honor of the 150th Anniversary of His BirthIt's no secret that Frank Lloyd Wright has received his fair share of coverage over the years at Dwell—and rightfully so,...
The Electric Kitchen Has Always Been InevitableA firestorm of recent news is putting the spotlight on gas stoves and their harmful effects, but induction cooking has been...
Interior Designers Speak: 18 Common Design Mistakes to AvoidWe asked the best and brightest to set the record straight on what makes good (and bad) interior design.
2 Hillcrest by Peter GoodhueA New Jersey property’s dark rooms and halls get a refresh that embraces a Scandinavian approach to design.
This Charming San Francisco Condo Asks $1.7MHigh ceilings, hardwood floors, and endless bay windows make this Pacific Heights home an airy sanctuary.
The 33 Hottest Sales to Shop This Fourth of JulyThe only things more explosive than Fourth of July fireworks are these amazing sales on bedding, mattresses, appliances, home...
How Can Higher Education Build a Better Architect?In the 2010s, design/build programs were the cutting edge of architectural education.
Surveying Frieze New YorkFact #1: New Yorkers are more allergic to bridges and tunnels than plants and trees.
Get Organized and Productive With Our New Homework Collection From Modern by Dwell MagazineAfter launching our new Dwell x Target collection back in December, we've continued to bring you modern pieces for your home that...
The Legacy of Sea Ranch, a Utopian Community in Northern CaliforniaHere’s what you need to know about the idyllic, seaside community of Sea Ranch, located 100 miles north of San Francisco, which...
Artist John Baldessari’s Craftsman-Style Home in Santa Monica Asks $3.9MRenovated and expanded by Godfredsen-Sigal Architects, the two-story residence has no shortage of inspiring, light-filled spaces.
Maker Faire 2009This weekend the annual Maker Faire is taking place south of San Francisco at the San Mateo County Events Center.
Dwell's Innovate It! Winners AnnouncedPhase II of Dwell's Innovate it! design competition has ended.
This Bright and Airy Backyard Cottage in Los Angeles Feels Like a Cabin in the WoodsOriginally an ADU for aging parents, this cottage in Solano Canyon is at once lofty and snug.
A Chicory Kiln Becomes a Sustainable Vacation Home With Endless FlexibilityMobile cabinetry and thoughtful reuse turn a dilapidated industrial structure into a warm and creative home with open-ended...
Mahogany, Cherry, Walnut, Oh My—This Rebuilt Maine Cabin Is a Wooden WonderAnd that’s not all—the listed 1960s home comes with private shorefront access and views of Acadia National Park.
An Airy Apartment in a Converted Historic Gem Seeks $1.5M in Newport, Rhode IslandOversized windows frame picturesque city and water views, while soaring ceilings enhance the sense of space in this new...
The New Zealand Native That's Taking Over RotterdamThe sleek lighting designs of Sabine Marcelis are capturing the attention of fashion houses and architecture firms alike.
Asking $220K, an Architect’s Handcrafted Earthen Home Seeks a Visionary Buyer in VermontBob Chappelle used polystyrene panels, coated with mud and cement, to build the four-domed structure.
An Old Fisherman's House in Sicily Is Transformed Into 2 ApartmentsWith their property rental business "I Am Sicily" in mind, architects Francesco Moncada and Mafalda Rangel turned a dilapidated...
Cameron Diaz’s Former West Village Condo Lists For $4MThe stylish two-bedroom prewar abode features striking interiors designed by Kelly Wearstler—and it once graced the cover of Elle...
Quick Hits: An Inflated Steel Mirror, Vintage Italian Ashtrays, and an Oversize OttomanA brief scan of design items worth grabbing, including a revamped 1970s sofa and a limited-edition ceramic pitcher.
A Rammed-Earth Home in Texas Echoes the Landscape in Mesmerizing FashionThe ombré hues of this earthen ranch house are taken directly from Texas Hill Country.
Q&A With David Lai of Hello DesignIt goes without saying that David Lai, Principal and Creative Director of Hello Design, has had a lot of experience creating...
Kevin Roche on How He Got His Start—Nodding Off in an Interview With Eero SaarinenThe Pritzker Prize–winning architect reflects on his achievements and his mentor.