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“Design is so simple. That’s why it’s so complicated.” –Paul Rand
Design Icon: 10 Works by Jasper Morrison
By striving for the “super normal,” the soft-spoken Jasper Morrison has made noise with his inclusive, intuitive design.
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Design Icon: Jean Prouvé
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The midcentury residential architecture experiment shaped American home design much beyond the postwar era.
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The twists, turns, and cantilevers of these residences and public structures are due to the gravity-defying abilities of concrete.
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Even without any architectural training, C. Howard Crane built some of the most decadent theaters of the country.
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13 Iconic Buildings Designed by Frank Gehry
Frank Gehry's recognizable designs are often cited as being among the most important works of contemporary architecture.
Design Icon: 8 Buildings by Hans Hollein
The late, Pritzker-winning Viennese architect was a key proponent of postmodernism.
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These sound-bites from the architects, designers, leaders, and activists we interviewed this year address the industry’s most...
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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's International Style was the impetus for the midcentury modernism we know today.
10 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings We Love
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Here Are the 10 Interior Design Trends That Will Rule 2020
Our crystal ball of interior design says 2020 is going to be all about these trends.
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Enjoying a bit of conversation over a beer is a pastime that goes back centuries, and today, new iterations of the proverbial...
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From design concept to installation, these 10 tips will guide you through your next kitchen remodel.
Dwell’s Top 10 Design Pros of 2017
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