5 Prefab Deck Kit Companies to Easily Upgrade Your Home
Better your home's indoor/outdoor connection with one of these DIY deck kits.
With Three Good Reasons and $400K, an L.A. Couple Build the ADU of Their Dreams
In housing-strapped Los Angeles, a designer couple take on their own backyard build—and create a new rental in the process.
Come Sail Away
On a quest to create a weekend house for herself and her husband, Nancy Church scaled back her design fantasies and discovered...
This Journalist and Mother of Three Says That When It Comes to Parenting Gadgetry, Less Is More
Sophie Brickman, a (mostly) parenting tech columnist at the Guardian, says it’s all about balance—and trusting your gut.
Triple Threat: Modern by Dwell Magazine Snags Three 2017 Good Design Awards
The Posture Chair and Ottoman, Table Lamp, and Bar Trolley from the Modern by Dwell Magazine collection for Target are recognized...
The 2021 Pritzker Prize Winners Prove That Good Design Is Good for Everyone
Anne Lacaton and Jean-Philippe Vassal—the 49th and 50th Pritzker Prize laureates—have contributed decades of sustainable and...
Will Your Next Office Come on Wheels?
From autonomous cars to rolling, connected office pods, the future of work is likely to be increasingly mobile—think BYOD on...
RM-3 Episode Three: Dirt
In this episode of RM-3 (Raw Materials 3 Ways), we reveal how humble dirt is transformed into cult-status ceramics; shimmering,...
The Things a Smart-Tech Reviewer Actually Uses
We asked an early adopter to tell us what her top devices are.
8 Things the Founder of Brightland Absolutely Loves
Dwell talks to Aishwarya Iyer, the CEO and founder of the olive oil brand with a cult following, about the home items she can’t...
A Sliced-Up House Comes Together Again
This bisected 17th-century house in the Swiss Alps transforms into a 970-square-foot home for a British designer and his family.
Narrow Modernist Three-Story Home in Toronto
Facing tight building codes and an even tighter space, Karen White and David MacNaughtan needed an architect who could turn...
In Uruguay, a Home Near the Coast Keeps Things Open
Casa Mat by Argentinian firm Mutar favors experimentation over traditional domestic boundaries.
10 Open Kitchen Solutions That Will Get Things Cooking
In some sense, the kitchen is the center of the home—a warm, cozy spot where everyone tends to gather.
Three Glass-and-Copper Pavilions Conquer the Cliffs
Hidden on a hill overlooking Australia’s Pittwater Bay, Rob Brown’s design for the James-Robertson house happily opens itself...
The Iconic Home That Still Looks as Good as New
Charles Gwathmey’s residential masterpiece, a modest but pioneering home for his parents in the Hamptons, looks as fresh today as...
18 Homes That Keep Things Fresh With Central Atriums
The lofty atriums in these dwellings bring in light, fresh air, and greenery.
8 Critical Things to Check Before Buying a Home
Don’t neglect these critical—yet often forgotten—areas when purchasing a home.
Barware Gifts to Shake Things Up for the Home Mixologist
Lift the spirits of the experienced sipper or budding bartender with the tools they need to drink in style.
The Bookworm Cabin Is a Bibliophile’s Dream Come True
A Polish entrepreneur and an architect create the perfect cabin for unplugging, kicking back, and getting lost in a good book.
15 Stylish Sleeper Sofas That Are a Dream Come True
These multifunctional marvels are a step above your average pull-out couch.
12 Things That Got Me Through a Horrible Year
Dwell’s executive editor Jenny Xie picks her desert island essentials—if the desert island were a global pandemic.
6 Contemporary Kitchen Trends That Will Last For Years to Come
From appliances and lighting to tiles, cabinetry, and shelving, say hello to six modern kitchen trends that are sure to stand the...
This Tiny Cabin in Maine Comes With an Entire Island for $399K
The darling cottage sits on a private islet off the coast of Addison, Maine, and boasts panoramic views of the surrounding Wohoa...
A Tiny Cabin Is Built in Three Weeks For Only $10.5K
A young Finnish designer bypasses building permits by creating an affordable tiny home under 100 square feet.
This Three-Level Loft in San Francisco Is an Artist's Sanctuary
This lively live/work studio in San Francisco's Dogpatch is a constant work-in-progress that mirrors its inhabitants' creative...
A Compact Three-Story Brick Loft in San Francisco
Making the most of vertical space unleashes the potential of a petite San Francisco project.
8 Things to Consider When Choosing Retractable Glass Walls
When done right, a gorgeous glass wall system can transform a room into a spectacular focal point with a seamless indoor-outdoor...
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.
23 Kitchen Countertops That Serve Up Good Design
Whether made of granite, wood, or quartzite, these intriguing modern kitchen countertops will inspire your next home improvement...
10 Things You Need to Know About Isamu Noguchi
On his birthday, we remember Japanese-American artist, designer, and activist Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) for a legacy of...
Dwell’s Ultimate Guide to All Things Spring Cleaning
With the spring equinox just around the corner, it’s high time to clear out the dust and debris that have collected in your home...
This Pink Tiny House in Mexico Is a Millennial Dream Come True
Situated on a sweeping two-acre lot, this 452-square-foot abode is just right for two.
The Best Things We Saw at Milan Design Week 2018
See highlights from Salone del Mobile and beyond.
The Best Things We Saw at Milan Design Week 2017
When Good Graphic Design Translates to Great Objects
From flat to physical, Kristina Krogh masters every dimension.

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