here be a magazine that focus on modern design and clean-line architecture without the trendy vibe that make a competitor like `` Wallpaper '' a expensive , hit-or-miss read . what I like most about `` Dwell '' be its consistency in present interesting design from around the world that look quite livable and fashionable at the same time . even the advertisement be quite compatible to the flow of the magazine , so much so that they often look like they be part of the editorial . there be a very useful `` Marketplace '' section at the end that tell you where to get a lot of the art , furniture and accessory complementary to the design present . I have often use these helpful listing to find some interesting thing for my own place . this magazine be definitely gear toward the urban loft dweller , but I like how they highlight home with family in mind as well . individual issue be often focus on either geographic or utility-related theme , thus keep a library mandatory for future reference . the photography be superb . if you be tire of design magazine that seem to be talk specifically to designer , this be a great , reasonably price alternative for people who simply appreciate great design . highly recommend .