Month: August 2019

A cheerful, modern update takes a geodesic dome home from dark and outdated to open and airy. Located on a picturesque lakefront setting in the Berkshire town of Becket, Massachusetts, this 2,567 square-foot building has been revamped into an ideal…

A home that has the vibe of a vacation house is one that definitely creates a more cheerful atmosphere that everyone enjoys. At the same time, you want some semblance of balance between the holiday-vibe and modern functionality that offers…

When it comes to the kitchen, perfection is always elusive; or so it seems. The best kitchens are ones that make the most of the space on offer while creating a balance between form and functionality. Of course, at the…

Natural finishes have their merits, but there's something to be said for outfitting the heart of your home with lively hues. Sights and smells collide for a synesthetic experience in these 10 homes from around the world. Drawn from the…

Hygge Supply completed this ultimate kit home in June 2019 and began offering overnight stays to potential clients and design enthusiasts on July 1. Designed and built with the intention of being an experiential showroom for potential clients, Hygge Supply…

This project is a full interior renovation to a 1950’s ranch in Prairie Village, KS. The goal of this project was to rework the existing floor plan to create distinct rooms while creating continuous space. This was achieved by bisecting…

With changing seasons, one of the things that we most look forward to is the arrival of new design and decorating trends. Much like the world around us, the moods and colors that vary and our own wardrobe, a new…

Casa Altanera is located in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, México. The lot has an area of ​​2,500m2, with minimum slope. It was established as a natural and essential order of the project to follow up on the reforestation process of the…

Finding reprieves of green and calm amid the chaos of New York City is no simple task. Governors Island, an 172-acre island just off the southern tip of Manhattan, has filled that need in recent years with a 43-acre public…

The Nohara Terrace is unique in more ways than one. This fabulous Brazilian terrace combines the charm of outdoor living with a sheltered space that feels relaxing. Designed by Lucas Takaoka, the terrace borrows extensively from Brazilian design and also…

Welcome to our annual presentation of the 24 designers who need to be on your radar now. Meet this year’s Dwell 24: our 2019 roster of up-and-coming talent. From lighting and furniture makers, to sculptors, product designers, and more, the…

There are few sights like the vast expanse of the African Serengeti coming alive each morning as the sun wakes up its diverse residents. It is the stuff many a nature-lover dreams about and a holiday here is often a…

Three top architecture firms just revealed new designs for La Brea Tar Pits—including Hancock Park’s 12 acres and the Page Museum, which displays ice age relics found on-site. Last night, the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County (NHMLAC) unveiled…

In 1961, Herman Miller and Alexander Girard opened the Textiles & Objects Shop in New York, selling the preeminent designer’s exuberant fabrics and a handpicked selection of folk art. First came glass and steel. Then came Alexander Girard. A stark…

After a top-to-bottom renovation and a two-story extension, garden views now fill this 19th-century home in Fort Greene. Eager to start a family, a New York couple living in Tribeca spent quite a bit of time scouring Brooklyn’s culturally diverse…

By paying homage to their roots, these updated dwellings strike a balance between past and present to stunning effect. Take a look at the renovations and new builds from the Dwell community that caught our editor’s eye this week. Featured…

1. How did you land the project and what was the brief? Initially the customers were looking for a house with volumetry that would hide the roofs, but the regulation of the condominium did not allow the use of flat…

Nestled within the jaw-dropping Columbia River Gorge, The Society Hotel Bingen offers a refined off-the-beaten-trail experience for travelers and getaway-seekers alike. There are surprises around every corner in this converted schoolhouse, beautiful communal spaces for sharing moments with friends and…