Legendary Designers Massimo and Lella Vignelli's New York Duplex Is Listed at $6.5M
The influential husband-and-wife team lived in the Upper East Side apartment, dubbed a "cultural hub for artists and designers,"...
Standing Room Only: The Vignelli Subway Map
This Tuesday, we hopped a train for Brooklyn Heights.
How to Use Subway Tile to Spruce Up a Kitchen
Ranging from classic to bold, subway tiles are a sure bet when it comes to outfitting your kitchen.
These 21 Funky Bathrooms Make the Case for Ditching Subway Tiles
From eye-popping hues to bold patterns, here are styles to suit anyone bored with white-on-white.
Step Aside, Subway Tile—Penny Tile Is the New Classic
Both classic and graphic, penny tile is an impactful choice for the kitchen and bath, as these six examples show.
An Exclusive Look Inside the Health-Conscious House That Put Richard Neutra on the Map
Designed for a quirky wellness professional, the Lovell Health House is an International Style landmark that galvanized Neutra’s...
The Map as Art
A map is most often understood as a directional devise to help you navigate from Point A to Point B. Author Katherine Harmon has...
Google Maps Vacation
Even though fuel is cheap, in the current economy some of us may feel like we have to forgo vacations to conserve cash.
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Demolished a Craig Ellwood, and the Internet Is Furious
The celebrity couple reportedly plan to build a 15,000-square-foot modern farmhouse on the lot to replace the midcentury—and the...
Massimo Iosa Ghini: The Speed of Design
Designer Massimo Iosa Ghini takes a moment to reflect on the hazards of speed and the merits of Europe’s standard of living.
'Design Is One' at the Architecture and Design Film Festival
The Architecture and Design Film Festival kicked off in New York at the Tribeca Cinemas with the world premiere of Design Is One,...
Preview: Jon Wilson, Food Map Design
The urban-rural gap is quickly shrinking and interest in local, organic food is continuously increasing.
50 Brilliant Backsplash Ideas for Your Kitchen Renovation
From “disco” tile to high-gloss glass, this parade of beautiful backsplashes will help you take your kitchen from average to...
The Long, Hazy History of the New York City Subway Bench
The unembellished wooden seat is a landmark of the city’s underground rail system, but the largely unexposed evolution of its...
Before & After: This Late ’70s London Home Was Designed to Be Taken Apart
A (mostly) DIY reno by an English family and MAP Architecture fulfills the destiny of a timber-frame “self-build” home in...
A Century-Old Hilltop Bungalow in Los Angeles Seeks $800K After a Delightful Renovation
This one-bedroom home offers classic tongue-and-groove ceilings, beveled subway tile, and built-in cherry cabinetry.
The Best Places to Shop Small for Holiday Gifts in New York City
There’s no sense in resorting to Amazon when all these incredible independent shops are just a subway ride away.
Knoll Inspiration: In Conversation With Jon Naar
The photographer recalls his years at Knoll with Massimo Vignelli
Eames Demetrios Maps a "Parallel Universe" Through 3D Storytelling
The Eames scion and "geographer-at-large" traverses the globe on behalf of Kcymaerxthaere, a network of markers and monuments...
20 Dynamic Kitchens With Exposed Brick Backsplashes
Turns out, there are countless ways to rock exposed brick in the kitchen.
A Cartography Exhibition Uncovers Fascinating Maps About the Bay Area
At SPUR, a new exhibition entitled Urban Cartography surveys map making in the digital age.
Important Resources on Redlining’s Role in Cementing the American Wealth Gap
A decades-long housing policy that segregated U.S. cities still plagues Black communities today.
The Frank Lloyd Wright Protégé Behind the Most Modern Town in Michigan
Dow Chemical put Midland on the map, architect Alden B. Dow—a local scion and former Taliesin fellow—transformed its landscape.
10 Backsplashes That Add a Touch of Flair to the Kitchen
These backsplashes—though obviously not an afterthought—are the cherry on top of these kitchen designs.
Longtime American Manufacturer Gets Literal with a Metal Map of the United States
A family-owned metal screen fabricator in Portland, Oregon, proudly displays its bona fides in a graphic map.
This Startup Is 3D-Printing Affordable Homes Made Entirely of Clay
WASP teams up with Mario Cucinella Architects to 3D print eco-friendly homes using locally sourced materials.
Bathrooms We Love: Beauty and Home Vlogger Kristin Johns Showcases Her Glistening Bathroom in L.A.
The YouTuber gives a closer look at the bathroom she broadcasts to her half million subscribers.
Alden B. Dow: The Mastermind of Midwestern Modernism
The Alden B Dow Home & Studio in Central Michigan showcases the extraordinary vision, imagination, and craftsmanship of the...
A Chicago Renovation Taps Into its Attic to Almost Double its Square Footage
Careful craftsmanship, spiral stairs, and an airy catwalk help define this Second City architect's home.
Renowned Graphic Designer Michael Bierut Gets His First Retrospective
Unlike architecture, graphic design has only moments to communicate information, emotion, and intention.
This Double-Loft Tiny Home Is Move-In Ready For $75K
This 183-square-foot dwelling pairs crisp, white interiors with warm wood accents.
This Charming Country Oasis Overlooks a 50-Acre Park in the Heart of Dallas
Architect Bentley Tibbs crafts a cozy Texas home with verdant views, an art studio, and five different porches.
Street Art Meets Vintage Pieces in a Chic Parisian Renovation
Punchy accent walls, Banksy paintings, and midcentury modern icons add a touch of flair to this updated Haussmann apartment.
Here’s How to Make Your Own Bee Home for World Bee Day
IKEA’s design lab, SPACE10, is sharing free plans to build a custom home for bees.
Have a Look at the World’s First 3D-Printed Home Made Entirely of Clay
After years in the making, it’s finally time to meet TECLA—an eco-friendly model home designed in the likeness of a wasp’s nest.
Sitcom Actor and Comedian Jason Segel Says Farewell to His L.A. Pad for $2.8M
The "How I Met Your Mother' star purchased the Los Feliz home in 2016 from artist Shepard Fairey.

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