brick and wood facade Whitehill house

From a 19th-century stable in Chicago to a former one-room schoolhouse in Wisconsin, these renovations in the Midwest marry charming histories with modern sensibilities.

Wide-open spaces, welcoming attitudes, and a healthy respect for modernism: the American Midwest has much to offer. Here are 12 modern houses from the Heartland.

Brick is a versatile material that’s made the transition from traditional building block to modern accent almost seamlessly.

Each week Dwell.com delivers more than 50 original posts, articles, and interviews focused on the latest in modern design.

What constitutes good modern design in a historic district? Kansas City architecture firm Kem Studio proposes a solution that respects the past and is firmly rooted in the present.