What first comes to mind when you think of the Scandinavian lifestyle? If it includes simplicity, comfort, and a connection to...

We take a look back at Salone del Mobile's 2014 special exhibition—Where Architects Live—with a sneak peek into the personal...

A clever design team brings a dash of Scandinavian style to a Danish executive’s flat in a renovated Montreal triplex.

For all the joys of beachfront living, it’s not without its risks.

Thanks to some smart design and sound engineering, this small coastal house handles the waves.

From a shipping container dwelling to architect Steven Holl’s forest retreat, these residences embody the ideal that what’s best...

If you enjoy breathtaking landscapes and sunny beaches, then Hawaii is the perfect destination for you.

After a devastating fire, architect David Salmela designs a house to replace a beloved lakeside retreat in Wisconsin.

On the edge of Denmark’s Thy National Park, a design-led retreat offers refuge in a sunny, coastal landscape.

The home’s trio of streamlined gables shows off its crisp wood finishes.

These prefab, modular, and kit homes in North Carolina show the full potential of eco-friendly, low-impact construction methods.

Thanks to the efficiency, flexibility, and affordability that prefabricated homes can offer, they’ve continued to gain popularity...

The all-American concept of the Kit Home had its heyday in the first half of the 20th century and used to be restricted to the...

Creativity stems from a balance of work and life, connectivity and retreat, conversation and solitude.

An adventurous family envisions a dream getaway on Sweden’s southwestern shore.

Clean lines, natural materials, and high-end design infuse new life and warmth into a historic villa in Copenhagen.

Stretching along the Chilean coast, reinforced concrete beams come together to create a striking, sculptural home.

Located in Victoria, Australia, on a site that's lined with limestone shelves and underground caves, this house was designed as a...

Tidal Arc House by Woods Bagot mirrors the undulations of the tide and landscape with its arched concrete form.

Nowadays, innovators in the world of prefab and kit home design have continued to push the boundaries on what they can do—their...

A remodel by architect Peter Goodhue transforms a dark, cramped residence into an airy place for a young family.

Also available unfurnished for $89,000, this 330-square-foot dwelling is an artful example of “Japandi” style.

An ambitious couple's DIY overhaul of a decrepit 1971 Airstream Sovereign—purchased for less than $5,000—creates an airy retreat...

Three connected, pitched-roof volumes comprise a new home for retirees on 19 acres in Southeastern Wisconsin.

We all love our furry friends, but everyone could do without the dander.

These homes make living in the heat of the desert look easy, breezy, and cool.

In the heart of Silicon Valley, a 2,121-square-foot Eichler home oozes with midcentury charm and sophistication after a...

These vacation homes and cabins in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark feature sophisticated but pared-down interiors that complement...

When an efficient prefab can become a coastal retreat with a spectacular view to boot—it makes a very compelling case for not...

Taking cues from the flora, fauna, and rocky cliffs of Big Sur, California, Mickey Muennig's brand of organic architecture...

These design-forward home builders on the West Coast are crafting tiny dwellings that are big on style and sustainability.

Block out noise and distraction by soundproofing your home office.

Serving Wisconsin, the Midwest, and beyond, these prefab home companies are focusing on quality materials, design, and...

It’s impossible to ignore nature in Big Sur.

From traditional Falu red to buttercup yellows, these hues recall Nordic landscapes.

Acclaimed for being sustainable, affordable, and adorable residences, tiny homes are also superb teachers when it comes to...