Monday, January 25, 2016

The Window Series That Matches Performance, Appearance, and Ease-of-Use

Milgard Essence SeriesĀ® Windows

Windows may be the most under-appreciated element of any modern home: they need to withstand the elements (from rain to noise) and potential intruders while easily opening to admit light and air. Their complex internal engineering demands equally vigorous aesthetic attention: a high-performance design that skimps on careful detailing and quality finishes can blight any facade. Milgard's Essence Series® doesn't ask you to compromise: with clean, colorful exteriors and warm wood interior construction, you can treat yourself to the best of both worlds.

January 25, 2016

flights of fancy new york hudson valley retreat cedar tower sauna

In New York, architecture and interiors firm BarlisWedlick creates an eclectic compound designed to suit a client with an idiosyncratic wish list.

January 24, 2016

Maison NW Furniture Room

For our March issue dedicated to interiors, we toured the warehouse-turned-home of Antwerp architect Nathalie Wolberg and artist Tim Stokes. Here, we visit highlights from Wolberg's otherworldly furniture and design lab in France.

January 24, 2016

Ska chair from Argentine company Net

In our March issue, we explore how Argentine architects Nicolas Tovo and Teresa Sarmiento built a Buenos Aires home—filled with recycled materials—for themselves and their three young children. That thriftiness extends to Sarmiento, the toys and homewares business that Teresa founded: she uses wood leftover from NET, the furniture and design company where Nicolas works. Click through to see some of their products and learn more!

January 24, 2016

Raw House pool

Every week, we highlight one amazing Dwell home that went viral on Pinterest. Follow Dwell's Pinterest account for more daily design inspiration.

January 23, 2016

new territory texas family renovation facade concrete beams window

In a South Texas border town, a family introduces a bold aesthetic.

January 23, 2016

White living room in a renovated midcentury house

In our upcoming March issue, we visit a 1959 home in Portland designed by local architect William Fletcher that was converted into a modern, comfortable residence for a family. We spoke to interior designer Jessica Helgerson, whose firm worked with architect Dale Farr to reimagine the house, to glean her tips for updating a midcentury home without sacrificing its history.

January 23, 2016

Modern treehouse in Belgium.

Inspired by the traditional treehouse, each of these lofty, freestanding structures is perched on stilts to minimize disturbance to site.

January 22, 2016

Ferrum House Steel Cladding Facade and Deck

Whether the material is solid or perforated, Cor-Ten steel gives heavy metal a natural touch.

January 22, 2016

Torres Residence living room after renovation.

Clean lines and minimalist design meet ample cushions and warm sunlight in these six interiors

January 22, 2016

Gray-painted steel patio of prefab Los Angeles home by Marbletecture.

Perfectionists will understand: Making your dream home a reality sometimes requires going back to the drawing board more than a few times.

January 22, 2016

Wood-lined living area in a renovated barn

After sustaining serious water damage, an early 1900s barn outside San Francisco is reborn as a charmingly rustic home.

January 22, 2016

superior logic exterior open glass house

The Midwest might have a reputation for being polite, but these homes are unapologetically modern.

January 22, 2016

A Le Corbusier chaise longue invites guests to relax in front of the stunning panoramic view.

You can't go wrong with the iconic work of Le Corbusier—see how his designs shaped these 6 contemporary spaces.

January 22, 2016

Brooklyn renovation with glass walls

From Stockholm to New York, a global collection of former factories and rejuvenating renovations that are now called home.

January 21, 2016

Camera Lucida artist's studio in Austria

Get inspired by studios for artists and architects that harness the creative spirit.

January 21, 2016

The glass wall separating the main living area and the inner courtyard garden opens like an accordion to create a barrier-free transition. Built-in planters along the walls of the courtyard add greenery without eating into the valuable surface area of th

Behind their urban facades, these homes from New York to Melbourne conceal outdoor moments.

January 21, 2016

Desert Canopy House lap pool with Cloe chaise longues from Myyour

These minimalist paradises understand the trick to beating the heat boils down to color and material.

January 21, 2016

Skidmore Passivhaus facade

While not every house collected here mets the strictest standards and certifications of passive house design, they all strive to achieve its goals: impressive efficiency thanks to insulation, air-tight construction, and other energy-saving features.

January 21, 2016

Steel swing doors in patio of Delaware renovation by Robert M. Gurney Architect

From cities to the countryside, the best modern design lets in a little (or a lot of) nature.

January 21, 2016

fujimori terunobu charred cedar house exterior

Organic and warm, these homes make the case for the charred-wood details inspired by the traditional Japanese method of treating cedar to make it rain, rot, and fire-resistant.

January 21, 2016

Stone house limestone and concrete exterior in Karst

From small to large, this range of residences shows versatile ways of living in these Slovenian cities and towns.

January 20, 2016

In the living room, a double-height window and a skylight work together to frame a view of the Victorian Gothic church just across the street.

For these homes, it's not just about having natural light, it's about framing it impeccably.

January 20, 2016

Cantilevered aluminum and brick facade

Architects from around the world understand how to create drama with these bold cantilevers.

January 20, 2016

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Each week, we tap into Dwell's Instagram community to bring you the most viral design and architecture shots of the week.

January 20, 2016

Modern small sustainable weekend home with flat roof

These houses give their residents everything they need without going vertical.

January 20, 2016

Hans Wegner Wishbone chairs, with oak stools and chairs from MAP furniture, in Melbourne renovation with neutral palette.

This light-filled Melbourne home introduces an open floor plan and a serene, neutral palette throughout its interiors.

January 20, 2016

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New to the American market and armed with a compelling story, Eldvarm reminds us how extraordinary everyday tools can be.

January 20, 2016

hardiepanel and charred wood exterior on compact cabin

With a small footprint and modest provisions, these tiny, wooden dwellings get the job done.

January 20, 2016

gasworks england exterior barn

Ranging from the edges of London to rural Scotland, these six homes immerse themselves in the beauty of the British isles, frequently adapting and re-using old structures in the process.

January 20, 2016


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