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In the living area, a Tufty-Time sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, a Soft Grid blanket by Established & Sons, and a wood-burning stove by Stûv keep her comfortable.
In the living area, a Tufty-Time sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, a Soft Grid blanket by Established & Sons, and a wood-burning stove by Stûv keep her comfortable.
Upon his first visit to Tasmania, an island south of the Australian mainland, resident David Burns was immediately smitten with its varied, pristine landscape. Working with architecture firm Misho+Associates, he built a self-sustaining, 818-square-foot retreat that would allow him to completely unplug from urban life.
Upon his first visit to Tasmania, an island south of the Australian mainland, resident David Burns was immediately smitten with its varied, pristine landscape. Working with architecture firm Misho+Associates, he built a self-sustaining, 818-square-foot retreat that would allow him to completely unplug from urban life.
The Element House by MOS Architects stands on pylons, creating the illusion of it hovering over the desert floor. Nine thermal chimneys, one of which can be seen right, channel hot air out from the interior living areas.
The Element House by MOS Architects stands on pylons, creating the illusion of it hovering over the desert floor. Nine thermal chimneys, one of which can be seen right, channel hot air out from the interior living areas.
Vamacara by Geir Ólafsson These geometric designs reference Icelandic magical staves. Photos courtesy of Bork
Vamacara by Geir Ólafsson These geometric designs reference Icelandic magical staves. Photos courtesy of Bork
Blankets by Bork The Rejkjavik collective of graphic designers wanted to create objects, and bring something more physical and tangible into the world. Photos courtesy of Bork
Blankets by Bork The Rejkjavik collective of graphic designers wanted to create objects, and bring something more physical and tangible into the world. Photos courtesy of Bork
Fjaðrafellir by Hrefna Sigurðardóttir The name is a reference to when bird’s lose their feather. This blanket should provide more insulation. Photos courtesy of Bork
Fjaðrafellir by Hrefna Sigurðardóttir The name is a reference to when bird’s lose their feather. This blanket should provide more insulation. Photos courtesy of Bork
Undir feld by Siggi Odds The vaguely human shapes on this quilt refer to the Icelandic saying “under the fur,” roughly equivalent to “sleep on it.” The idiom originated with a story about an Icelandic leader who was considering whether or not to ban paganism. Photos courtesy of Bork
Undir feld by Siggi Odds The vaguely human shapes on this quilt refer to the Icelandic saying “under the fur,” roughly equivalent to “sleep on it.” The idiom originated with a story about an Icelandic leader who was considering whether or not to ban paganism. Photos courtesy of Bork
Eyvindur by Thorleifur Gunnar Gíslason The name of this design references an 18th-century Icelandic outlaw famous for hiding in the mountains. Photos courtesy of Bork
Eyvindur by Thorleifur Gunnar Gíslason The name of this design references an 18th-century Icelandic outlaw famous for hiding in the mountains. Photos courtesy of Bork
A small airspace separates the building's aluminum skin from the wall underneath. The aluminum acts like a heat sink during the day: it absorbs heat but remains thermally separated (by the narrow gap) from the Element House walls.
A small airspace separates the building's aluminum skin from the wall underneath. The aluminum acts like a heat sink during the day: it absorbs heat but remains thermally separated (by the narrow gap) from the Element House walls.
Sunlight permeates the interior thanks to skylights within the thermal chimneys. A single common area, comprising a kitchen, dining, and living area, links all the three bedrooms.
Sunlight permeates the interior thanks to skylights within the thermal chimneys. A single common area, comprising a kitchen, dining, and living area, links all the three bedrooms.
The Element House stands on pylons, creating the illusion of it hovering over the desert floor. Nine thermal chimneys, one of which can be seen right, channel hot air out from the interior living areas.
The Element House stands on pylons, creating the illusion of it hovering over the desert floor. Nine thermal chimneys, one of which can be seen right, channel hot air out from the interior living areas.
The Element House is powered by solar panels, seen right.
The Element House is powered by solar panels, seen right.
To maximize space, both sides of the bed are outfitted with wall sockets and reading lights.
To maximize space, both sides of the bed are outfitted with wall sockets and reading lights.
Maine Wool Blanket from Kaufmann Mercantile, $279 at store.kaufmann-mercantile.com
Maine Wool Blanket from Kaufmann Mercantile, $279 at store.kaufmann-mercantile.com
Mae Engelgeer: A textile design from The Netherlands who crafts graphic, colorful rugs, throws, towels, placemats, and more (Nerv Knit blankets shown)
Mae Engelgeer: A textile design from The Netherlands who crafts graphic, colorful rugs, throws, towels, placemats, and more (Nerv Knit blankets shown)
Twist a Twill BlanketMade in Denmark from 100-percent new wool, Tina Ratzer’s twill patterns are great lightweight throws to have around the house, we particularly love the light gray color way. $139
Twist a Twill BlanketMade in Denmark from 100-percent new wool, Tina Ratzer’s twill patterns are great lightweight throws to have around the house, we particularly love the light gray color way. $139
The Father’s Eyes blanket by Pendleton Woolen Mills is a tribute to the men who watch over and guide us as we journey through this earth. A portion of the sale of each blanket will benefit the Men's Health Network, a nonprofit dedicated to improving men's lives through better health.
The Father’s Eyes blanket by Pendleton Woolen Mills is a tribute to the men who watch over and guide us as we journey through this earth. A portion of the sale of each blanket will benefit the Men's Health Network, a nonprofit dedicated to improving men's lives through better health.
Classic leather carrier is the perfect size to hold a Pendleton twin size blanket. Carrier features convenient handle and shoulder strap.
Classic leather carrier is the perfect size to hold a Pendleton twin size blanket. Carrier features convenient handle and shoulder strap.
Quaternio Throw by Cristian Zuzunaga, $375 from store.dwell.com
Quaternio Throw by Cristian Zuzunaga, $375 from store.dwell.com
LLOYD LLOYD in ash & charcoal are super cozy 100% cotton blankets and throws a with very soft hand and drape. Best of all they are Machine washable.
LLOYD LLOYD in ash & charcoal are super cozy 100% cotton blankets and throws a with very soft hand and drape. Best of all they are Machine washable.
Eagle Blanket from Joinery, $160 at joinerynyc.com
Eagle Blanket from Joinery, $160 at joinerynyc.com
The kitchen is equipped with a custom Statuario marble countertop, shelf, and sink.
The kitchen is equipped with a custom Statuario marble countertop, shelf, and sink.
The kitchen island, also Douglas fir, showcases the material’s rich striations and color variations. Behind the kitchen are two bedrooms and a single bathroom. A large open air pavilion, built concurrently with the cabin, can be seen from the windows on the right.
The kitchen island, also Douglas fir, showcases the material’s rich striations and color variations. Behind the kitchen are two bedrooms and a single bathroom. A large open air pavilion, built concurrently with the cabin, can be seen from the windows on the right.
Outside, a gridded trellis with sheet-punched panels overlays the structure and extends into the landscape, providing shade in the warm desert climate.
Outside, a gridded trellis with sheet-punched panels overlays the structure and extends into the landscape, providing shade in the warm desert climate.
GRID, Carter Williamson Architects, 2012 Envisioned as emergency housing for after tsunamis, this steel prefab from Australia arrives flat-packed and can be assembled in four hours. With solar panels and rainwater tanks, it's possible for it to house up to 10 people in a pinch.
GRID, Carter Williamson Architects, 2012 Envisioned as emergency housing for after tsunamis, this steel prefab from Australia arrives flat-packed and can be assembled in four hours. With solar panels and rainwater tanks, it's possible for it to house up to 10 people in a pinch.
Sitting on the Recycled Blanket Rug by Tejo Remy and Rene VeenHuizen, Chris digs through his records looking for something to play on the new Brionvega RR226 by Achille Castiglioni.
Sitting on the Recycled Blanket Rug by Tejo Remy and Rene VeenHuizen, Chris digs through his records looking for something to play on the new Brionvega RR226 by Achille Castiglioni.
Building off of centuries-old local techniques, Røros Tweed’s blankets are crafted from 100-percent Norwegian wool with collaboration from other Scandinavian designers and textile artists. Designed by Anderssen & Voll, the Åre Throw is woven in a neutral winter white that will complement existing interiors.
Building off of centuries-old local techniques, Røros Tweed’s blankets are crafted from 100-percent Norwegian wool with collaboration from other Scandinavian designers and textile artists. Designed by Anderssen & Voll, the Åre Throw is woven in a neutral winter white that will complement existing interiors.
Nos Da Throws by Donna Wilson, $410 from thefutureperfect.com
Nos Da Throws by Donna Wilson, $410 from thefutureperfect.com
insidenorway's prototype exhibition at ICFF, called New Norwegian Design: Plain and Simple, was curated by Paul Makovsky of Metropolis. One of the neatest pieces (among many) was a Røros Tweed blanket designed by architecture firm Snøhetta (shown at right), which folds into a shape that perfectly emulates the practice's logo.
insidenorway's prototype exhibition at ICFF, called New Norwegian Design: Plain and Simple, was curated by Paul Makovsky of Metropolis. One of the neatest pieces (among many) was a Røros Tweed blanket designed by architecture firm Snøhetta (shown at right), which folds into a shape that perfectly emulates the practice's logo.
Side table by BoConcept, Dvala sheets by Ikea, Mega Dot quilt by Hay, Lisboa throw by Missoni Home, Bloomsbury Basket Weave Throw by Wallace + Sewell, Color Block pillowcases by Scholten & Baijings for Hay, Red Ceramic clock by George Nelson, Solid White sateen duvet by Live Good Inc.
Side table by BoConcept, Dvala sheets by Ikea, Mega Dot quilt by Hay, Lisboa throw by Missoni Home, Bloomsbury Basket Weave Throw by Wallace + Sewell, Color Block pillowcases by Scholten & Baijings for Hay, Red Ceramic clock by George Nelson, Solid White sateen duvet by Live Good Inc.
Blankets by Nordt Family Farm $110–$195 These merino wool blankets are handwoven by Dianne Nordt in Charles City County, Virginia.
Blankets by Nordt Family Farm $110–$195 These merino wool blankets are handwoven by Dianne Nordt in Charles City County, Virginia.
Off-The-Grid Desert Escape (Pioneertown, USA) Dwell profiled this counterintuitive desert concept near Joshua Tree, an uncoupled, environmentally friendly escape with glass walls and cross-ventilation instead of air conditioning and shade. Wrapped in glass, the waystation is more a watchtower for the desert scenery. Just imagine the stars at night as you huddle around the indoor fireplace. Named the "iT House” as a reference to the “It Girl,” not any IT (there’s no wifi here), it’s an ideal space to disappear amidst the thermals and 100-plus temperatures. Listing at Off-grid itHouse
Off-The-Grid Desert Escape (Pioneertown, USA) Dwell profiled this counterintuitive desert concept near Joshua Tree, an uncoupled, environmentally friendly escape with glass walls and cross-ventilation instead of air conditioning and shade. Wrapped in glass, the waystation is more a watchtower for the desert scenery. Just imagine the stars at night as you huddle around the indoor fireplace. Named the "iT House” as a reference to the “It Girl,” not any IT (there’s no wifi here), it’s an ideal space to disappear amidst the thermals and 100-plus temperatures. Listing at Off-grid itHouse
Mara Skujeniece is draped in a blanket from her “Farm Fabrics“ series. Photo courtesy Mara Skujeneice.
Mara Skujeniece is draped in a blanket from her “Farm Fabrics“ series. Photo courtesy Mara Skujeneice.

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