Design 101: What Are Alexander Homes, and Why Are They Still So Beloved?The Alexander Construction Company made Palm Springs living accessible to the masses.
Before & After: Twinning Homes in Melbourne Go From Ramshackle to RavishingMairead Murphy of Maike Design renovates two matching houses on the same block in Brunswick East, imbuing each with its own...
A 16th-Century Florentine Palazzo Is Transformed Into an Artist ResidencyHoused within the Palazzo Galli Tassi in the heart of Florence, Numeroventi is an artist residency, exhibition space, and loft...
Here’s How to Deck Out Your Home Like a Breezy Palm Springs MidcenturyCultivate a sunny state of mind with these pieces that channel Palm Springs’ brand of midcentury modernism.
For a Cool $25 Million, You Can Buy Richard Neutra’s Most Famous Palm Springs HomeThe Kaufmann Desert House was meticulously restored by Marmol Radziner in the 1990s—and now it’s up for grabs.
A Look at Frank Lloyd Wright's Little-Known PrefabsFrom early modular construction to a portfolio of homes based in the Midwest, we take a look at the prefab residences designed by...
10 Buildings We Love by Piers TaylorKnown for his stripped-back approach to home design, RIBA award-winning architect Piers Taylor focuses more on light and space...
An Honest Guide to the Benefits and Drawbacks of SkylightsA skylight might seem like a universally bright idea, but though it can be a great design feature, it isn’t without flaws of its...
The Electric Kitchen Has Always Been InevitableA firestorm of recent news is putting the spotlight on gas stoves and their harmful effects, but induction cooking has been...
5 Reasons Why Landscaping and Bringing Plants Into Your Home Is So ValuableWe may spend the majority of our time inside, but the appeal of the outdoors is always there—and it’s full of surprising benefits...
2 Hillcrest by Peter GoodhueA New Jersey property’s dark rooms and halls get a refresh that embraces a Scandinavian approach to design.
Dwell Reflects on Frank Lloyd Wright in Honor of the 150th Anniversary of His BirthIt's no secret that Frank Lloyd Wright has received his fair share of coverage over the years at Dwell—and rightfully so,...
Outdoor Living in NYCThe super's unit was anything but in this Upper West side co-op, however architect Brad Zizmor saw potential in the apartment...
Comic Book Legend Stan Lee’s Former San Francisco Pied-à-Terre Lists for $1.35MThe creator of Spider-Man spent his time in San Francisco relaxing in this Four Seasons residence.
Deciding to Rebuild After a Fire Is Just the First StepFour years after the devastating Woolsey fire, Malibu residents who lost everything are still waiting for approvals, and...
Mahogany, Cherry, Walnut, Oh My—This Rebuilt Maine Cabin Is a Wooden WonderAnd that’s not all—the listed 1960s home comes with private shorefront access and views of Acadia National Park.
14 Architectural Gingerbread Houses That Are Definitely Not Cookie CutterThese tasty and tasteful gingerbread houses and campers take cues from the best in iconic architecture and design.
How to Heat a CastleIn an 18th-century chateau in France, the couple behind a popular YouTube channel turns to technologies old and new to keep warm.
How E-Commerce Changed the Knockoff Furniture GameDirect-to-consumer revolutionized the furniture market. What’s at stake when fakes are easier to find than ever?
An Old Fisherman's House in Sicily Is Transformed Into 2 ApartmentsWith their property rental business "I Am Sicily" in mind, architects Francesco Moncada and Mafalda Rangel turned a dilapidated...
Sofa Bed Versus Wall Bed: What’s Best for Your Small Space?Now that small space living has become more and more common, people are looking for the best types of furniture that will allow...
The Top 10 Prefab Homes of 2022From modular units that become entire residences when assembled to tiny houses on wheels, these are this year's best-in-class...
The 10 Teeniest Tiny Homes of 2022Ranging from 64 to 100 square feet per person, these compact dwellings stretch the limits of small-space living.
The Dwell 24: Studio KaeFor Zhekai Zhang and Keren Wang, the pair behind Studio Kae, imperfection is often the desired outcome.
Striking a CordBritish artist Maisie Broadhead elevates the nuisance of an unsightly lamp cord to over-the-mantel art with this clever bit of...
Somerville Library Design LecturesA night out at the local library, especially for a Friends of the Library talk, never sounded so good as when James Fox took over...
This New Shipping Material Is 50% More Efficient Than Cardboard Boxes—and Way EasierAll you really need is a pair of scissors.
New York City Is Failing Tenants. So They’re Getting OrganizedAcross the city, tenant association unions like Brooklyn Eviction Defense are helping fed up renters mobilize to combat...
Interior Designers Speak: 18 Common Design Mistakes to AvoidWe asked the best and brightest to set the record straight on what makes good (and bad) interior design.
The Last Home Designed by Pierre Koenig Is on the Market in Malibu for $17.9MThe posthumously completed beachfront property is now listed at a slightly reduced price after seeking $25 million earlier this...
Pierre Koenig’s Wilheim House Asks $2.9M in Los AngelesThe T-shaped residence combines Koenig’s trademark steel-and-glass construction with warm wooden accents, which were unexpected...
2 New Gable Roofs Brighten Up an Edwardian Cottage in MelbourneThe Melbourne beachside suburb of Sandringham is filled with period houses such as this Edwardian timber home—but this one has...
Grandson of Frank Lloyd Wright Constructs Peaceful Prefab Near the Legend's Famed SchoolA scion of Frank Lloyd Wright erects a modular hillside retreat near the architect’s estate.
Check Out 2 Beautifully Renovated Eichlers For Sale in San FranciscoBoth in San Francisco’s Diamond Heights neighborhood, these two exemplary Eichlers are shining examples of the prolific...
Get the Behind-the-Scenes Story of the Midcentury Mansion in Pixar's Incredibles 2We asked Academy Award-winning film maker Ralph Eggleston about the design inspiration behind the impressive, cantilevered home...
Kanye West’s Star Wars-Inspired Prefab Home Prototypes May Get Torn Down‘Ye’s vision of affordable dome homes for the masses hits a major road block.