AIA Austin’s Annual Homes Tour Uncovers the City’s Best New Residences. Here’s Every StopThe 37th annual event is set to feature the architecturally savvy Texas capital’s freshest ideas in home design.
400-Square-Foot Tiny Homes Start at $100K in This Florida CommunityThe second Tampa Bay development by home builder Escape promises city living at a fraction of the area’s living costs—and folks...
Congratulations, You’re the Owner of a House by Minerva Parker NicholsHow two families discovered their homes were designed by the first woman to practice architecture independently in the U.S.
10 Bucket-List Saunas, Hot Springs, and Thermal Baths From Around the WorldIn her new book, “Thermal,” author Lindsey Bro plunges into the deepest reaches of the globe exploring the healing powers of heat.
A Major Apartment Renovation in Brazil Hits All the Right NotesAt a 1970s flat, architect Ana Sawaia knocked down interior walls for a more open plan and infused it with light, soft colors,...
Architect Albert Lanier’s Redwood House in San Francisco Gets a Spirited RenovationDesigned in 1974 by Lanier, famed artist Ruth Asawa’s husband, the Noe Valley residence features fresh new finishes and an...
This Radically Transparent Home in Eindhoven Tests the Limits of Indoor/Outdoor LivingNearly every wall is made of glass, giving one family a constant connection to a central courtyard and garden.
This Seaside Shack in New Zealand Mimics a Seagull’s WingsArchitect Conor Dolman gave the wood-clad cabin a folded roof to make it look like a bird in flight.
In Australia, a Couple Recast an Adorable Church as Their Family HomeHusband-and-wife duo Adam and Sarah Hall tastefully renovated the 1870 structure with a reverence for its historic elements.
Step Inside Richard Neutra’s VDL House—From the Comfort of Your ComputerThe National Historic Landmark and Los Angeles icon has a new website that includes a walkthrough of the architect’s...
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Beloved Hollyhock House Reopens After Two YearsThe official celebration is Saturday, but the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in L.A. is welcoming visitors again.
Toronto’s Ace Hotel Wants to Turn the City’s Creative Scene Up to 11The new downtown development is bringing in artists, musicians, and promoters to create some noise in its historic neighborhood.
Expert Recs: 11 Kitchen and Home Essentials That Are Kind to the PlanetNick Green, cofounder of Thrive Market, shares the organic pantry staples and kitchen favorites he turns to at home.
How to Stylishly Blend Form and Function, According to a Ceramics ArtistBari Ziperstein of BZippy shares the top items that are bringing style and sustenance to her life in Los Angeles.
How to Cultivate an Indoor Oasis, According to the Duo Behind a Beloved Plant ShopAdam Besheer and Rebecca Bullene, who own Greenery Unlimited, give their tips and tricks for bringing the outside in.
A Fragrance Guru’s Guide to Creating a Home That Looks, Feels, and Smells GoodP.F. Candle Co. co-owner Kristen Pumphrey shares the staples that brighten up her home, from piñon incense to disco balls.
How to Create an Eco-Friendly Household, According to Coyuchi’s Design DirectorWhitney Thornburg shares a few of her favorite products—from well-loved kitchen towels to stylish reusable containers.
The Housing Shortage in Marfa, Texas, Gets Two New Pint-Size SolutionsArchitect Candid Rogers designs a set of rentals using durable, inexpensive materials inspired by the desert landscape.
These Backyard Prefabs Double as a Battery Pack for Your Primary ResidenceCalifornia builder Cosmic is making ADUs with solar arrays and robust energy-storage systems that can power your home.
A Paint Pro Shares Her Favorites for Keeping a Colorful, Happy HomeWe spoke with Natalie Ebel, cofounder of paint company Backdrop, about the home essentials that elevate her everyday life in Los...
This Bay Area Company Is Offering Svelte Backyard Prefabs That Start at $139KSpacial Homes creates customizable ADUs for homeowners to install in their empty yards as rentals or guesthouses.
Living Vehicle’s New Creative Studio Is Designed for Off-Grid Remote WorkThe luxury travel trailer company’s latest offering is a mobile office that pairs state-of-the-art Apple technology with...
This Prefab Company in Australia Wants to Be the Tesla of Home BuildingDimensions X is laying plans to deliver buyers planet-friendly prefabs that begin with a seamless online shopping experience.
Sunny Tile Shines in a 100-Year-Old Spanish Apartment With a Secret PatioThe renovation of a century-old home in Valencia put DG Estudio to the test—and the firm passed with flying colors.
What a Sustainable, Well-Stocked Kitchen Looks Like, According to a Zero-Waste ChefWest~Bourne founder Camilla Marcus shares her cooking hacks and go-to gadgets.
An Aging Couple Carve Out a Sanctuary in the Suburbs of MelbourneThey tapped local firm Bent Architecture for a plan with first-floor amenities and outdoor areas planted with tranquil gardens.
How to Keep a Fresh and Tidy Home, According to a Trailblazing Vacuum DesignerJoseph Guerra, founder of Airsign and Guerra Office, offers his tips and tricks for cleaning house.
In Mallorca, a Once-Crumbling Home Captures the Serenity of the MediterraneanIdeo Arquitectura Boutique uses local materials to revitalize a 200-year-old residence, emphasizing a connection with its rear...
Handmade Clay Tile Puts the Finishing Touch on a Family Home Outside LondonOliver Leech Architects designs an extension with a hipped roof and combines gray tile and timber for the cladding.
Textile Darling Hopie Stockman Dishes on Her At-Home Entertaining EssentialsThe cofounder of textile studio Block Shop shares a few of her favorites to help you become the host with the most.
A Simple Summer House Captures the Magic of the French CountrysideCiguë builds a bioclimatic home that can be moved without a trace.
An Unloved Farmhouse in Southern Spain Is Revived With Off-White Finishes and Earthy TileFORarquitectura gives a rural residence a fresh start with materials that connect it to the agrarian landscape.
A Black Timber Screen Conceals a Family’s Lush Hideaway on the Victoria CoastThe residence by Project 12 Architecture eschews an open plan for private, intimate spaces that spill into a backyard oasis.
10 Items Glass Guru Sophie Lou Jacobsen Can’t Stop Raving AboutWe speak with the designer about the everyday goods that are bringing her joy.
This Soothing, Spa-Like Residence in Brazil Is the Deep Breath We All NeedTraama Arquitetura renovates the building that once housed the capital city’s electric company, creating a calming yet energizing...
A Wood-Fired Floating Sauna Brings the Heat to Vancouver Island’s Chilly WatersAux Box’s first floating prefab mixes wellness and wilderness in British Columbia’s Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve.