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Ingredients, recipes, and technique will get you a long way toward a good cocktail, but to really impress your guests, don’t forget presentation. We’ve gathered some of the best-designed new barware out there—and one classic that always tempts us to…

We spoke with internationally renowned mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana about crafting the right cocktail for any occasion, necessary tools for an at-home bar, and his debut U.S. establishment. Ryan Chetiyawardana has been the toast of London’s cocktail scene since he opened…

If there is one room in the house that we obsess about when it comes to decorating and redesign, then it is undoubtedly the kitchen. It is a space that is increasingly becoming the social hub of the house that…

Martha Thorne, executive director of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, selects the most groundbreaking structures of the last decade. Martha Thorne is the dean of the architecture school at IE University in Madrid and has served as the executive director of…

Greetings! We would like to submit our sweet little cabin to be featured in Dwell. My beloved and I just finished remodeling the home this past summer. I work as an interior designer & Jamie is a painter/contemporary artist –…

While many people favor sweeping open floor plans and sleek, modern finishes in their homes today, there will always be a place for rustic decor in the design world. Rustic elements, featuring materials like wood and metal, bring in a…

Let us count the ways that keeping plants at home improves quality of life—from enhancing air quality to boosting calm and focus. These flora fanatics are turning their apartments, homes, and studios into lush indoor oases. Read on for a…

The nation’s capital is home to some of the most exciting prefabs in the country. These innovative prefab and modular homes are giving Washington, DC denizens something to talk about (besides politics). Boasting quick turnaround times and efficient construction, these…

When some people think of canopy beds, they envision pampered little girls’ rooms or the outdated, stuffy beds of wealthy royalty. These are not unreasonable images to conjure up; after all, that used to be the standard for this particular…

When you objectively look at things, it does feel a little strange that we have pretty much typecast colors and tend to associate a feminine or masculine vibe with them almost instantly. While blue is the preferred color in most…

Built in 1960 by Chalfant Head & Associates, this square-shaped house is wrapped with a circular patio—and it’s currently available for $2.88M. The charming town of Ojai, located northwest of Los Angeles and east of Santa Barbara, is nestled in…

Sliding partitions and added loft space make this minimalist home ideal for a growing family. “I think the greatest success for this project was in creating and amplifying space,” says Dennis Cheok, founder and creative director of Singaporean design studio…

The Ball-Paylore House by architect Arthur T. Brown is captivating – offering guests a true Tucson midcentury modern experience. A stay in the Ball-Paylore House lets you step back in time. Widely published, the 1200 sq. ft, two bedroom architectural…

Designed by architect Arthur T. Brown, the Ball-Paylore House is an architectural masterpiece that paved the way for passive solar design. In 1952, Phyllis Ball and Patricia Paylore commissioned Arthur T. Brown—one Tucson’s most important modernist architects—to create an innovative…

Research has shown that spending time outdoors is good for us. It provides a break from the stresses of everyday life and has even been shown to boost energy and increase creativity. Being outside generally makes us feel good! And…

Each kit comes with a miniature model, two prints, and plans for building a shady backyard shelter in about a weekend’s time. San Francisco–based artist Jay Nelson makes curvaceous campers, fantastical tree houses, and handcrafted homes that will blow your mind.…

With dazzling lighting, a curvilinear design, and a fortified shell, the Cube One is a prefab for the future. Want a peek at the future of prefab design? Meet the Cube One—a 156-square-foot dwelling with built-in furnishings, voice-controlled tech, and…

In an increasingly digitized world, the handmade charm of Berber rugs injects much-needed tactility into home interiors. Weaving has been intrinsic to the culture of the semi-nomadic Berber peoples of North Africa for centuries. Their rugs and tapestries thrive on…