Holding Pattern, a Tumblr devoted to aerial shots of airports, showcases their industrial beauty.

The Air Tote 2, an updated version of MMH's original plastic bag alternative, maintains the versatile material choices of its predecessor, repurposed open weave mesh and vegetable-tanned leather handles, while enhancing its architectural silhouette.

The refrigerator is by Jenn-Air, and the oven cooktop and dishwasher are by Thermador.

“A building can have far greater impact than the space it stands in.”—William Carpenter, architect and resident

The Jorgensen's Menlo Park home is a model of green design with features that are smart for everyone to consider. "Every project is different, but there are some universal things that will apply from project to project," says Feldman about designing a green home. "The first—and most obvious thing—is to always try to build less, to have a smaller house and be smart about how the rooms are designed and oriented so that you can get by with less space. Smart design will lead to a smaller building, but it won't feel smaller."

New zoning allowed for a zero-lot-line structure, but required a public storefront, which Carpenter uses as an art gallery.

The Loll tote resembles its cousin, the toolbox (available at the Dwell Store), but includes a series of handy compartments.

Le Paname Adjustable Garden Tote, $36 at the Dwell Store The Le Paname is a super-functional tote with a smart, versatile design. This tote bridges the gap between the company’s planter bags and personal accessories.

Made from heavyweight 100% cotton in Marimekko’s signature bold and graphic style, the Kompotti Bag is a flat tote designed to travel where you do. Durable enough to bring to the grocery store but stylish enough to bring to the office, the Kompotti Bag is perfect for that extra bit of storage. With a thin profile, this tote is easy to fold and pack into another bag or suitcase, and it is also durable enough to hold groceries, books, or other items. The graphic textile print was designed by Aino-Maija Metsola.

According to this Forbes article, Loewy told an Air Force general that the President’s plane had a terrible paint job, and an overhauled jet could become a symbol of the office. After collaborating with Kennedy, Loewy concocted a new, elegant color scheme that remains in use.

The master suite’s bathroom unfolds from a glass-walled bathing room, outfitted with a Signature Hardware tub and Lefroy Brooks fixtures, to an open-air shower.

In the living room, the architects painted the limestone fireplace a dark shade of blue-green. The walnut coffee table is by Noguchi for Herman Miller. The Barcelona chair is by Mies van der Rohe.

Rian and Melissa Jorgensen's 2 Bar House in Menlo Park boasts all the usual green design suspects: energy-efficient lighting, good insulation, renewable material finishes, radiant heat, and the roof is pre-wired for future PV panels. Executed by Feldman Architecture, the house requires only natural lighting during the day which keeps energy costs way down. Still, the most stunning aspect of the green design is the living roof planted with succulents, aloe, viviums, and ice plants. "I'm absolutely glad that we did it," says Melissa. "It turned out so well and I really enjoy sitting up there and taking advantage of it as much as I can. It's very peaceful." Read more about this total remodel here.

Deceptively straightforward, Morrison’s Air Chair, a playful, mass-produced design classic in air moulded polypropylene and glass fibre, has incredible range for such a seemingly simple piece.

A quartet of Jasper Morrison Air Chairs for Magis provide outdoor seating.

The living room, dining room and kitchen are in one open space. The flooring is bamboo. The cabinetry is a mix of bamboo, walnut, and maple, and was fabricated by City Cabinetmakers out of San Francisco.

The countertops in the kitchen are a mix of quartz surfaces and custom and salvaged stainless steel. "We use the kitchen all of the time, it turned out really nice," says Melissa. "It's very open, certainly one of the central focuses of the house, and is fun for entertaining."

Walnut panels and touches of bright red warm up the minimalist space, which the owners wanted to be “clean, eclectic, and modern.” The pendant is Big Bang by Foscarini.

Designed by Alyson Fox in collaboration with L.A.’s TOUCH studio, the Flag Tote Bag takes the classic tote silhouette and elevates it with luxe leather details and a graphic print. A bag that marries a cool aesthetic with everyday function, the Flag Tote Bag is the perfect gift for the person on your list that wants to stand out without sticking out.

Super packable and water resistant, the Dwell Special Edition Reusable Nylon Bag from BAGGU is a versatile travel companion. Use it as a pool or beach tote to hold bottled water and sunscreen, or as a shopping tote on the go. When not in use, the cheerful quote packs into a slim square.

This classic leather tote from Baggu makes a luxe book bag, commuter bag, or everyday purse. Available in rich mahogany and navy, the bag will complement casual and elegant outings alike.

The collection also includes pop-y printed bags with patterns designed by artist and designer Nathalie du Pasquier.

Duck bag by Baggu "I love the thin blue stripe—it reminds me of France," Stubbs says. "I think it’d be perfect for commuting in New York. For the subway, it’s thin enough that you’re not going to be bumping people. But you can still fit a lot of stuff in there—it’s a great size for a laptop."

Baggu’s Basic Leather Tote is both a practical and luxurious accessory. The oversized silhouette makes the bag ideal for use as a shopper, book bag, commuter tote, or purse. Made from soft leather, the bag is casual enough for daily use, and also an elegant option for a dinner out. The bag includes a zipper pocket large enough to hold a phone and keys, making it a no-nonsense bag that modern women will love.

From bag experts BAGGU, the Duck Bag is a take-anywhere tote that is made from durable, recycled cotton canvas duck. The Duck Bag includes two carrying handles for hand transport and an adjustable longer strap for over-the-shoulder or cross-body wear.

Kindest and gentlest: This year's Dwell on Design show floor saw not one but two air purifiers that excel in both form and function. Above, the Swedish company BlueAir; below, California's own Rabbit Air.

The Archivist tote ($124) by People for Urban Progress is handmade from textiles recycled from Indianapolis infrastructure, including the roofing fabric of the RCA Dome.

Shelter No. 2, Broisson Architects, 2008 This prefab made mostly of recycled materials is modest, but not too modest for a spiral staircase. Three levels culminate in a large skylight, which filters natural light all the way down to the ground floor's hydroponic garden.

It Will Get Loud: A Small Speaker That's Big on Sound Home audio companies are managing to make speakers smaller, more portable, and more wallet-friendly while keeping sound quality as robust as their larger (and pricier) brethren. Soundfreaq's co-founder and creative director Matthew Paprocki will demo and deconstruct the award-winning Sound Stack and demo Sound Platform 2 to let you in on the technology behind making big sound come from a tiny package. See this Saturday, June 22, at 12:30 p.m. on the Demonstration Stage.

The couple asked Bryan Richards of Real Natives Landscape Design to incorporate drought-tolerant plants into the landscaping. Surrounding a table from CB2 are chairs from Design Within Reach.

BioGS 2.0 HEPA Air Purifier, $370–$400 at the Dwell Store Featuring a whisper-quiet technology and intelligent display, the BioGS 2.0 was designed to blend in with existing interiors and complement your home. The efficient air purifier is defined by its curvaceous body, which reflects its attention to minimalist design and exceptional functionality.

The interior is furnished with Lubi Daybeds from CB2, which Howell and Porter designed to include hidden cubbies behind and beneath the cushions.

Alexandra Lange: In a few cases, I think the designer is right but not the piece: why Jasper Morrison's Monopod chair and not the much cheaper Air Chair [for Magis, actually from 1999], an excellent example of the supernormal idea?

Simple and refined, the Amsterdam Bag from Maharam lends casual elegance to modern utility. Made from waxed cotton canvas, the Amsterdam Bag is sturdy and enduring. The interior pocket provides additional storage and organization, while smartly-stitched leather handles add sophistication to the bag. The Amsterdam Bag can be used as a work bag, shopping tote, or oversized purse, and its neutral palette will complement business attire, and casual weekend attire alike. The bag can be handheld or slid over the forearm for a chic look.