Electrolux's Laptop Kitchen features a touchscreen display, but the word is still out on how well that will work if you’re wearing oven-mitts.

If they could have just fit the word “quantum” into that title, we would have had the perfect sci-fi trifecta. What is this contraption, you ask? Though not exactly on the market yet, the idea is that food will be suspended in a safe, biopolymer gel to keep it refrigerated at its optimal temperature all while using only a fraction of the energy required by today’s refrigerators. If this Bio Robot Refrigerator ever hits the market, the Star Trek food replicator can’t be too far behind.

Perfect for keeping track of daily appointments and long-term scheduling, this Fabric Bound Planner is a Dwell Store best seller. It includes lined, graph, and blank sections to accommodate your note-taking needs.

A custom pivot door by Archispec opens onto a foyer with a poured-concrete floor. The oil painting at right is by Derrick Buisch.

Stainless-steel cables along the stairs function as a second railing without blocking views through the adjacent windows.

The house that architects Brian Johnsen and Sebastian Schmaling designed for Chele Isaac and John Neis appears to pop up from Wisconsin’s “driftless area,” an effect that is enhanced by a sedum roof that changes color with the seasons.

Designed in the style of cloakroom pegs, this set of three Pegs is a colorful storage solution that can be used in a variety of ways. The Pegs can be installed in a horizontal line, used on their own, or grouped in a cluster. The Pegs are designed for hanging items, and can be used on a bathroom wall to hold towels and bath accessories. Smaller and less obtrusive than a rack of hooks, these Pegs will complement a small bathroom interior.

The Ole Jensen Bowls are stable and sturdy kitchen bowls suited for all your food preparations and serving purposes. Featuring handles and spouts, each bowl is a versatile addition to a kitchen. Sold individually, they can be used on their own or nested together for convenient stacking storage.

A sweeping terrace area is home to the hotel's restaurant, run by Chef Jose Enrique.

A room that Johnsen and Schmaling dubbed the observatory offers panoramic views of the landscape. “I think of it as kind of a tree house,” Isaac says of the space. A pair of Thatcher sofas by Gus Modern bookend a table that Isaac found on the street and refinished. The Tam-Tam tables and Marshmallow ottoman are by Trica.

The Hanger Folding Chair from Umbra Shift is an innovative chair that calls to one of the most classic storage systems—a simple clothes hanger. Designed by Philippe Malouin, the folding chair can be used as additional seating for guests, and the playful range of colors makes the Hanger Chair a cheerful addition to a dining room, living room, or office interior. When the chair is not in use, it folds into a slim profile that can be hung and stowed in a closet or on a peg.

The new, protected deck frames the views, and also has a built-in bench and Electrolux grill, with a mosaic tile backsplash.

In the dining area, a Campo d’oro table from De Padova is ringed by vintage Michael Thonet Bentwood chairs. The kitchen features b3 cabinets by Bulthaup and custom stainless-steel countertops. The red Stool_One counter stools are by Konstantin Grcic for Magis.

“The house feels kind of alive. It picks up the subtlety of the land and is perfectly positioned.” —Chele Isaac, resident

The Mini Basketweave utilizes two yarns over two, instead of the traditional four over four found in the signature Basketweave. The result is a subtler, quieter texture and pleasingly uniform surface. Made from durable woven textile and flexible commercial-grade backing, the Mini Basketweave Woven Floor Mat is perfect for everyday use in the home or outdoors.

Falcon enamelware makes outdoor dining a breeze with its fleet of products. Both classic and rustic, these tumblers are cast in a soft palette and will give a charming, relaxed feel to a tabletop.

The Dropspot Portable Prefab's versatility makes it suitable for a variety of residential and commercial settings, from office spaces to extra bedrooms to hotel bungalows.

An innovative fire pit, the Helios Fire Bowl Set doubles as a grille, making it a smart addition to a backyard BBQ. Use the Helios with coals to grill meats and vegetables or with logs to create an inviting fire for s’mores.

The restaurant El Pinton in Seville, Spain.

Grant Mudford, El Paso, Texas.

An Arco floor lamp from Flos arches over a Bend sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia. A pair of Low Pad chairs by Jasper Morrison and a Sunset chair by Christophe Pillet, all for Cappellini, are arranged around a set of Pebble coffee tables by Ligne Roset.

A green backsplash adds a dash of color while the kitchen island sits under a series of pendant lights. The kitchen features Electrolux and Wolf appliances.

An industrial take on an overhead chandelier, the three-arm chandelier from Brooklyn’s Workstead can be reconfigured into a variety of shapes. Structured as a horizontal fixture, the Industrial Chandelier can hang just three feet from the ceiling, or when aligned vertically, it can hang five feet for a more dramatic effect.

From design legends Charles and Ray Eames, the Hang-It-All coat rack transformed an everyday object into a design classic. Playful multicolored hooks create a visual staccato of color that lends vibrancy to a room, while the solid white or black versions add more of a mod feel. This is a functional design gift that Eames fans will love.

The versatile Riviera Teak Sunbed from Skagerak is an outdoor furniture piece that can be used as a chaise lounge, bench, or low table. Featuring a classic fence-like design, the Riviera has a light, airy quality perfect for a patio or garden. The Riviera can expand and contract to different lengths, making it adaptable to a variety of settings and scenarios.

The ground floor of the house contains the living and dining areas, as well as four bedrooms. The upper floor contains the master suite with a lake view, as well as two additional bedrooms. The large 'S' sculpture, shaken from a building following the 2001 earthquake in San Salvador, was salvaged and repurposed by designer Gerardo Dumont.

El Parnita restaurant "The owner gathered an interesting collection of recipes they found throughout Mexico and mixed them with some of their own to create a unique menu that gives this place its unique flavor. Located in the Colonia Roma neighborhood, it is a great place to enjoy a fantastic meal and a nice glass of mezcal." Check out the full article for four more suggestions!

In the kitchen, a Bosch oven and Electrolux fridge join stools by Taller Capitán. A Belly pendant by Nordlux hangs overhead.

From New York–based designer Sandy Chilewich, the Mini Basketweave floor mat utilizes two yarns layered over two, instead of the traditional four over four found in the signature Basketweave. The result is a subtler, quieter texture and pleasingly uniform surface. The mat is durable and adaptable to a variety of spaces.

Here, one of El Cosmico's three teepees is a lantern for desert travelers.

In the bedroom, Tolomeo wall lamps from Artemide are mounted on both sides of the Astrid bed by Copeland. The coral Trellis duvet cover and pillow cases are by Trina Turk Residential.

Architect José Roberto Paredes’s crowning achievement is the freestanding concrete roof that wraps around the structure.

Shelton's team also made sure sustainability went hand-in-hand with affordability. The rainscreen double-wall system with Hardie Panels and the corrugated metal roof reflect sunlight and provide a less expensive, less maintence-intensive house, while strategically placed windows aid cross-ventilation and help cool the home during the humid summer months. The sloped roofs also empty into a rainwater collection system that feeds into the garden.

Shelton was impressed with the way the organization opened up the volunteer labor force to new material exploration and alternative construction methods. "I was blown away by Heartland Habitat's willingness to try something new, especially when they have a model that’s not broken," he says.

Shelton looks at the finished results as more of a spec home of sorts, with lessons that can be applied to future projects. "I really appreciate the midcentury California and Eichler homes, and the attention they took to indoor and outdoor flow," he says. "It’s important in this context. The first thing that happens is people mount a satellite dish and then shut down."