Architect Lauren Thomsen is reshaping the Philadelphia rowhouse through passive design, an approach that slashes energy use while elevating comfort and livability. In this interview, she discusses her celebrated Northern Liberties Passive Rowhouse, the challenges of building sustainably in dense urban settings, and why teaching keeps her design practice forward-looking.
Set in Hungary’s Tokaj wine region, Sauska Winery rises like two sculptural bowls above the vineyards. Designed by Bord Architect Studio with interiors by Tihany Design, the project fuses futuristic architecture with organic materiality. In this exclusive interview, Alessia Genova of Tihany Design reflects on crafting the “winery of the future,” where cinematic interiors meet the rhythms of the landscape.
The MoMA Design Store in Soho has reopened after a complete architectural overhaul by Peterson Rich Office, with restored historic details, bold modern interventions, and a new mural by artist Nina Chanel Abney. The redesigned space offers an immersive way to engage with art, design and storytelling at the heart of downtown New York.
This edition for September 2025 covers digital arts & crafts, luxury’s embrace of indoor-outdoor design, an industry omen from New York Fashion Week, two opposing color trends and how Kyoto university’s newest quantum discovery will impact design and home furnishings in the next five years.
In our series ‘Advice for Designers from Designers,’ we ask accomplished interior designers to share the pivotal lessons they learned early on, what they wish they’d known when starting out and what they would do differently if launching their careers today. This month’s designers discuss mistakes they’ve made, the best use of technology, and why interior design is a business for the emotionally intelligent above all else.
Exploring the elusive essence of Pacific Northwest design, this piece examines how the region’s architecture and interiors balance nature, solitude and the influence of transplants from California and beyond. From moody palettes to expansive windows, the PNW style is as complex as its cultural shifts.
Renowned interior photographer Erin Little shares insights from her 19-year career capturing spaces for top publications like Dwell, House Beautiful, and The New York Times. Learn about the evolution of interior photography, common styling mistakes, and the collaborative process between photographers and designers.
At the end of each month, DNN Editor in Chief Courtney Porter curates a list of five standout things — design projects, product launches, noteworthy events, trends and more that deserve your attention. The edition for August 2025 covers consumer’s newfound love of Wabi Sabi aesthetics, RH’s plan for industry domination, design media shake-ups and artificial intelligence, Wrensilva’s new Larabee collaboration and The Hamptons as the Summer designer hotspot.
As Miami prepares to host the World Architecture Festival this November, the city’s design identity is undergoing a powerful shift from spectacle to substance. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, South Beach, designed by Kobi Karp and Alessandro Munge, embody this evolution with 30 residences that balance restraint, modernity, and deep respect for Miami’s architectural legacy.
Discover five exceptional contemporary lighting designs that blur the line between functional illumination and sculptural art. From Giorgetti’s architectural precision to Workstead’s organic materials, this curated round-up showcases how today’s designers are transforming lighting into sophisticated art forms that define spaces and capture imagination.