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...
A Jewel Box Floating Home on Seattle’s Lake Union Lists for $3.5MVandeventer + Carlander used an inverted floor plan to fit in multiple outdoor spaces and a bedroom overlooking the water’s edge.
A Sassy, Pink-Trimmed Ranch Near Palm Springs Lists for $899KThe chic William Cody–designed home comes with a sizable wraparound bar that’s ideal for entertaining.
Here Are 8 Homes You Can Buy Near Chicago With $515KYou can choose from a riverfront studio in the famous "Corn Cob Towers" and the former home of Game of Thrones author George R.R....
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...
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...
A Converted Warehouse Loft in the San Francisco Bay Area Seeks $950KThe radiant space in Emeryville features 19-foot ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a gabled skylight.
An Art-Collecting Couple’s L.A. Home Is a Masterpiece in Its Own RightSíol Studios gives a 1920s Spanish Colonial house a bespoke renovation that frames an amazing art collection.
The 33 Hottest Sales to Shop This Fourth of JulyThe only things more explosive than Fourth of July fireworks are these amazing sales on bedding, mattresses, appliances, home...
10 I.M. Pei Buildings We LoveWe pay homage to renowned architect I.M. Pei, who recently passed away at the age of 102.
The Legacy of Sea Ranch, a Utopian Community in Northern CaliforniaHere’s what you need to know about the idyllic, seaside community of Sea Ranch, located 100 miles north of San Francisco, which...
Get Organized and Productive With Our New Homework Collection From Modern by Dwell MagazineAfter launching our new Dwell x Target collection back in December, we've continued to bring you modern pieces for your home that...
Why I’m Skipping the Christmas Tree This YearYou can still have yourself a merry little Christmas with nary a tree.
Maker Faire 2009This weekend the annual Maker Faire is taking place south of San Francisco at the San Mateo County Events Center.
Dwell's Innovate It! Winners AnnouncedPhase II of Dwell's Innovate it! design competition has ended.
3 Tips for Mid-Century Modern CollectorsOne of the great pleasures of visiting the McKenzie Residence in our September 2012 story "Borrego Springs Eternal," is owner...
Catenary Stool by TokenBrooklyn design studio Token cites rigging equipment, bridges, and the classic director's chair as inspiration behind their new...
This Bright and Airy Backyard Cottage in Los Angeles Feels Like a Cabin in the WoodsOriginally an ADU for aging parents, this cottage in Solano Canyon is at once lofty and snug.
A Chicory Kiln Becomes a Sustainable Vacation Home With Endless FlexibilityMobile cabinetry and thoughtful reuse turn a dilapidated industrial structure into a warm and creative home with open-ended...
An Airy Apartment in a Converted Historic Gem Seeks $1.5M in Newport, Rhode IslandOversized windows frame picturesque city and water views, while soaring ceilings enhance the sense of space in this new...
The New Zealand Native That's Taking Over RotterdamThe sleek lighting designs of Sabine Marcelis are capturing the attention of fashion houses and architecture firms alike.
These 3 Co-Living Companies Are Transforming Urban LivingWith co-living, the living's easy—you don’t have to worry about cleaning or running out of toilet paper, as it's all taken care...
Meet 3 Robots That Could Be Changing the Construction IndustryWe introduce you to three companies with innovative robotic systems that could be bringing a lot of change to home construction.
Top 5 Homes of the Week With Spellbinding StaircasesThese modern staircases are a step above the rest.
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...
3 Vacation Rentals We’d Love to Stay InOur editors pick some of their favorite holiday getaways that architects and designers have uploaded to Dwell.com.
Late Architect I.M. Pei’s Manhattan Townhouse Lists for $8MThe Pritzker Prize winner (whose work includes the Louvre Pyramid in Paris) purchased the historic home more than 45 years ago.
A Sensational Slice of Coastal California With 3 Houses Lists For $6MThe crown jewel of this five-acre estate is a midcentury glass studio elevated on stilts.
Tesla’s Cybertruck Is a Retro-Future Space Brick—and I’m Down With ThatThe future is pointy.
3 New Book Releases: The Life and Work of Le Corbusier2012 marked what would have been the 125th birthday of the great French architect Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, better known to the...
6 Contemporary Kitchen Trends That Will Last For Years to ComeFrom appliances and lighting to tiles, cabinetry, and shelving, say hello to six modern kitchen trends that are sure to stand the...
A Midcentury-Modern Home in Palm Desert Is Preserved to a TThe first thing to go is usually the layout.
12 Tiny House Companies That Can Make Your Micro-Living Dreams Come TrueTiny homes may come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but they all share the same spirit—they promise a simpler lifestyle in a...
Q&A With David Lai of Hello DesignIt goes without saying that David Lai, Principal and Creative Director of Hello Design, has had a lot of experience creating...
Kevin Roche on How He Got His Start—Nodding Off in an Interview With Eero SaarinenThe Pritzker Prize–winning architect reflects on his achievements and his mentor.
7 Wallpaper Designs That Will Instantly Revamp Your SpaceWhen it comes to decor, there are very few products that can alter the mood and ambience of a space as dramatically as wallpaper.