Normalish Studio: From Billionaire Interiors to Reviving Vintage Treasures in Chicago

Welcome to Dwell’s "Good Vintage" series, where we delve into the world of furniture resellers and dealers, exploring their origins, sourcing strategies, and the passion that sustains their craft. This…

The Rise of CleanTok: From Domestic Chores to Digital Empires

The digital phenomenon known as #CleanTok has transformed mundane household chores into a multi-million-dollar industry, captivating millions of viewers worldwide and establishing a new breed of online entrepreneurs. This interview…

Historic Napoleonic Fortress Island in Venetian Lagoon Hits Market for €5.5 Million

Crevan Island, a meticulously restored private oasis featuring a Napoleonic-era fortress, is now available for acquisition in the iconic Venetian Lagoon, priced at €5,500,000, or approximately $6,179,607 USD. This rare…

A Dutch Banking Executive’s Quest for Space and Family Proximity Highlights Broader Urban Exodus Trends in the Netherlands

The decision by Linde Weeteling, a prominent Dutch banking executive, to relocate her family from Amsterdam to Utrecht marks a poignant illustration of the evolving urban landscape in the Netherlands,…

Isamu Noguchi’s Slide Mantra at the 1986 Venice Biennale: A Retrospective on a Sculptural Revolution and its Enduring Legacy

Forty years ago, the art world converged on Venice, Italy, for the 42nd International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, an event that would cement the legacy of one…

A Circular Opening in the Roof Cuts Straight to the Heart of This Oaxacan Home, Blending Architecture with the Natural World

In the burgeoning coastal haven of Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, a remarkable architectural project named Casa Cieno stands as a testament to design principles that prioritize integration over imposition. Located in…

Moke Valley Cabin: A Paradigm of Alpine Retreat Architecture in New Zealand

The Moke Valley Cabin, a distinctive architectural project nestled above Lake Wakatipu in Moke Lake, Queenstown, New Zealand, stands as a testament to sophisticated minimalist design and profound environmental integration.…

Architect Ron Fridlind’s Decades-Long Desert-Japanese Oasis in Central Tucson Hits the Market for $775,000

A testament to a lifetime of design philosophy and meticulous craftsmanship, the personal residence of award-winning architect and builder Ron Fridlind, located at 3429 East Glenn Street in Tucson, Arizona,…

Transforming a Rental: Architect and Designer Couple Reimagines Topanga Canyon Hunting Cabin.

When architect Mason St. Peter and his wife, designer Isabelle Elsliger-Garant, embarked on a new chapter, moving into a former hunting cabin nestled half a mile down a dirt road…

Casa Mako: A Masterful Renovation Weaves Vibrant Color and Convivial Design into a Tuscan Countryside Retreat near Pisa

In the heart of the Tuscan countryside, just a short distance from the historic city of Pisa, a remarkable architectural transformation has breathed new life into a traditional house, now…