Design Icon: 10 Works by Jasper MorrisonBy striving for the “super normal,” the soft-spoken Jasper Morrison has made noise with his inclusive, intuitive design.
Design Icon: 8 Works by Buckminster FullerBuckminster Fuller's focus on innovation and efficiency willed a more enlightened, expansive future into existence.
Design Icon: 10 Buildings by Marcel BreuerThe Bauhaus designer’s modern vision helped post-war American building see the future.
Design Icon: 10 Buildings by Alvar AaltoAlvar Aalto, one of Finland’s greatest architects, made modernist masterpieces with a human touch.
10 Modern Iconic MasterpiecesFrom Frank Lloyd Wright to Charles Gwathmey, we revisit some of the most memorable midcentury-modern homes from a range of iconic...
Design Icon: George NakashimaA skilled and spiritual craftsman, George Nakashima crafted wood furniture that elevated and showcased natural forms.
Design Icon: Eero SaarinenBold curves, colorful accents and technical vision: Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen’s body of work represents...
Design Icon: Eileen GrayThe modernist designer generated an oeuvre that is gentler and more sensuous in spirit than many of her competitors.
Design Icon: Jean ProuvéThe metalworker’s elegant designs fed modern obsessions with steel and prefab construction.
Design Icon: Walter GropiusAlongside Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright, German architect Walter Gropius was a foundational figure in modern architecture...
Design Icon: Charlotte PerriandMany innovators helped usher in the modernist movement, but French architect, furniture maker, and interior designer Charlotte...
A Look at 10 Iconic Case Study Houses in CaliforniaArchitectural photographer Julius Shulman's iconic image of Pierre Koenig's 1960 modernist masterpiece, the Stahl House—also...
10 Works of Architecture That Reveal the Acrobatic Wonders of ConcreteThe twists, turns, and cantilevers of these residences and public structures are due to the gravity-defying abilities of concrete.
Design Icon: C. Howard CraneEven without any architectural training, C. Howard Crane built some of the most decadent theaters of the country.
Q&A: Naoto Fukasawa Talks Muji, Minimalism, and Jasper MorrisonWe sat down with the veteran Japanese product designer.
13 Iconic Buildings Designed by Frank GehryFrank Gehry's recognizable designs are often cited as being among the most important works of contemporary architecture.
Design Icon: 8 Buildings by Hans HolleinThe late, Pritzker-winning Viennese architect was a key proponent of postmodernism.
10 Zen Homes That Champion Japanese DesignFrom mono no aware, the awareness of the transience of things, to wabi-sabi, the appreciation of imperfection, Japanese design...
Top 10 Unforgettable Design Quotes of 2020These sound-bites from the architects, designers, leaders, and activists we interviewed this year address the industry’s most...
Less Is More: 10 Buildings by Ludwig Mies van der RoheLudwig Mies van der Rohe's International Style was the impetus for the midcentury modernism we know today.
10 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings We Love“The good building is not one that hurts the landscape, but one which makes the landscape more beautiful than it was before the...
Here Are the 10 Interior Design Trends That Will Rule 2020Our crystal ball of interior design says 2020 is going to be all about these trends.
10 Brewpubs That Have Tapped the Art of Modern DesignEnjoying a bit of conversation over a beer is a pastime that goes back centuries, and today, new iterations of the proverbial...
Design Icon: 10 Influential Works by Le CorbusierThe Swiss-French architect pushed the boundaries of 20th-century design with innovative forms, materials, and new theories to...
Dwell’s Top 10 Design Pros of 2017We celebrate the architecture firms that have led the way in Dwell's online community.
10 Inspiring Landscaping and Outdoor Design Trends for 2022Looking for creative inspiration for your outdoor space? These are the hottest trends for 2022 according to the experts at...
Design Icon: 8 Avant-Garde Buildings by Ricardo BofillA new monograph by gestalten shines a light on the visionary works of Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill, whose bold forms often...
A Midcentury Time Capsule Captures an Architect's Love For Iconic DesignMidcentury architect Alden B. Dow was known for many things—midwestern modern style, the internationally recognized John Whitman...
8 Iconic Houses in Palm Springs, CaliforniaWith its short distance from Los Angeles, Palm Springs is a popular locale for those looking to escape the urban sprawl for a...
10 Best Places For Design Nerds to Dine in Mexico CityMexico City is the creative haven du jour teeming with epicurean delights, stunning architecture, and a bustling arts scene.
10 Best-Designed Places to Eat and Drink in Portland, OregonFrom vegan pizza to Korean dumplings, Portland has a diverse range of cafes, bars, and restaurants to explore.
Queen of the Curve: 18 Influential Works by Zaha HadidWhen Zaha Hadid passed away in March 2016, she left the world of architecture with an irreplaceable legacy.
10 London Bars Every Design Lover Should VisitLondon's buzzing bar scene offers everything from art deco lounges, to industrial supper clubs, to hip watering holes.
There's No Shortage of Glass in These 7 Homes Designed by Philip JohnsonIt's safe to say that Philip Johnson was one of the most famous and influential American architects of the 20th century.
Iconic California Midcentury-Modern Architect William Krisel Dies at 92At the age of 92, William Krisel—the pioneering architect who brought elegant modernism to Southern Californian suburban tract...
10 Dreamy Parisian HomesParis, also known as "The City of Light", is a breathtaking city.