Is a Sustainable Suburbia Still Possible Post-Pandemic?
In 2010, Dwell took a look at four radical plans to reshape and retrofit spaces outside of our cities.
A Compact Home in Moscow Built on the Lowest Possible Budget
A budget home embraces custom details fit for a family of five.
This Exquisite Extension With a Zigzag Roof Was Made Possible by Neighborly Collaboration
In London, architect Julia Hamson transforms the dark, cramped kitchen of her Victorian terrace house into a flexible gathering...
Prefab Made This Super Remote House in the Ontario Wilderness Possible
An isolated prefab in Ontario, Canada, demonstrates how factory-built housing can be as site sensitive as traditional...
8 Quick Tips for Saving Water (and Money) at Home
There's no doubt Mother Nature—and your wallet—will thank you for following these quick, easy tips.
Dror Benshetrit / TRON Armchair
Israeli–born, New York–based designer Dror Benshetrit’s work runs the gamut from product and furniture design to architecture and...
It’s Here, Our Annual “Money Issue”
We break down the real costs—the saves, and the splurges—that allowed people to make their homes uniquely their own.
How “Tron: Legacy” Designed Sets for the Future
Director Joseph Kosinski discusses creating the film’s on-screen settings with an architect’s sensibility, building real-world...
Well-Designed Low-Income Housing Is Possible
As a tax credit that makes it easier to build affordable developments faces legislative resistance, architects are showing that...
Editor’s Letter: The Money Issue
When it comes to our homes, the most taboo topic is also the most relatable.
This Tron-Inspired Dallas Estate Could Be Yours for $3.6M
Every room is a vibe, like the Versace primary suite and a F1 Ferrari home office.
The Best Kind of Barware for Every Possible Situation
It’s time to stop drinking Malbec from a coffee mug!
Every Possible Way to Dispose of an Old Mattress
Mattresses don’t last forever, and they’re a pain to handle once they’re done—but you have more options than you think for...
Wild One Makes the Coolest Dog Toys for the Fluffy Design Fans in Your Life
These whimsical toys will give everyone at the dog park a run for their money.
Full Battery Life Now Possible in the Great Outdoors
An outlet is never far from reach with these outdoor charging stations.
Meet the Faces Behind Our Smart Tech Issue
The writers and photographers that made our July/August 2016 issue possible.
Your Next Car Might Literally Be Made of Money
Tomato fiber, retired currency, and used cigarette filters are just a few of the things researchers are thinking about when...
The Can’t-Miss Sales Happening This Black Friday and Cyber Monday
In-person shopping sprees may not be possible this year, but holiday savings are still a thing.
This Is the Last Beach Chair You’ll Ever Buy
The Sunflow is a chair that brings the comfort of indoors to the beach.
A Tiny Glass Cabin Perches for Wilderness Views in Remote Finland
A glass-and-steel retreat in Finnish Lapland is designed to bring its owner as close to nature as possible.
A Modular Meeting Room Features a Table with 6 Possible Layouts
Parisian design firm Les Ateliers Tristan & Sagitta creates a complete, customizable wooden office.
A Home Office is Cleverly Integrated Into the Living Room of This Compact Condo
Despite the lack of square footage, a home office is made possible thanks to a brilliant glass solution.
Kitchens We Love: Bestselling Cookbook Author and Netflix Host Samin Nosrat Opens Her Doors
The Berkeley chef of “Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat” fame shows what’s possible in a rental kitchen.
The Best Design Books for Everyone on Your Gift List
Dwell's creative director handpicks her favorite titles for different types of design lovers, from a dreamscape of AI-imagined...
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A Shingle-Clad Prefab Anchors Itself on Patagonia’s Largest Lake
Prefab construction makes it possible for SAA Arquitectura + Territorio to build this impressive retreat in a remote region.
10 Critical Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home
Buying a property is one of the biggest purchases you can make.
Finally, Spring Water Right Out of Your Kitchen Tap
It’s way, way better than bottled water.
4 Ways to Keep Your Home Cool and Save Energy This Summer
Save money and energy this summer with these four tips.
Plywood Partitions Divvy Up Space in a Free-Flowing London Townhouse
Nimtim Architects reimagines a ’70s residence for a growing family, creating simple, flexible rooms that connect with the garden.
An Idea From the Homeowner’s Father Made Building on This ‘Unbuildable’ Silicon Valley Lot Possible
A series of “stacked boxes” lay the foundation for a Sea Ranch–inspired home on a narrow site set on two flood zones and filled...
A Streamlined Home in Chile Straddles the Line Between Desert and Ocean
A captivating book that captures the best of desert living highlights 56.02’s B8 House, which features glass-cube bedrooms that...
Design Icon: C. Howard Crane
Even without any architectural training, C. Howard Crane built some of the most decadent theaters of the country.
Remember, Smart Tech Isn’t Always so Smart
Four of the less-intelligent trends in home automation.
Lloyd Wright's Iconic Samuel-Novarro House Lists For $4.3M
The Mayan Revival-style home designed by the son of Frank Lloyd Wright was once home to Diane Keaton, and later Christina Ricci.
Budget Breakdown: A Santa Barbara Ranch House Gets a Sophisticated New Look for $626K
Achieving a high-end look on a modest budget—in one of the country’s most expensive regions—was made possible by the owner’s...

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