A third-party expert in distressed real estate will take control of The Campus at Horton project in downtown San Diego as developer Stockdale Capital Partners seeks to hash out a resolution with its lender over hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid debt.On Thursday, San Diego Superior Court Judg

This coastal villa by Entopos Architects is a serene holiday home that blends curved forms, natural textures, and sea views. Located near Frangokastello in Crete, the design uses soft arches, sandy plaster walls, and olive trees to echo the Mediterranean landscape.The indoor-outdoor layout flows eff

The Slot House by Katerina Valsamaki Architects is more than a residence—it’s a vision of quiet architecture that merges with the landscape. Positioned on a steep slope in Tinos, Greece, the house captures the vast Aegean panorama while sinking into the earth for shelter and privacy.Crafted from rou

Downtown San Diego’s first condominium tower in eight years has started sales with a wide range of prices.Bosa Development opened sales to the public last week for its 40-story Andia tower near the Symphony Towers building on B Street. Prices at the 399-unit tower start in the high $500,000s  for a

Nestled in the lush enclave of Tanarimba, Janda Baik, Malaysia, the Rainforest Residence by Choo Gim Wah Architect redefines tropical living through concrete minimalism and deep engagement with nature. Designed for an artist family, the linear structure integrates with the forested slope, using the

In a decision with broad implications for victims of January’s wildfires, the state’s home insurer of last resort is on the hook to pay for smoke damage claims, according to a court ruling issued this week.The California FAIR Plan said it would likely not appeal the Tuesday decision by Superior Cour

By ALEX VEIGAThe head of the federal government agency that oversees Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac wants the mortgage giants to consider accepting a homebuyer’s cryptocurrency holdings in their criteria for buying mortgages from banks.Related Articles Federal judge orders US Labor Department to keep Jo

The city of San Diego is vacating its dilapidated City Operations Buildings as hundreds of municipal workers in the Development Services Department move into recently leased and improved spaces in downtown and Mission Valley.The relocation process, which has been years in the making, is underway and

Perched on a rocky outcrop in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, the Las Rocas project by architect Ignacio Urquiza and interior designer Ana Paula de Alba is a striking example of nature-led design.The small complex of four houses was laid out to preserve existing vegetation and rock formations, with each vol

No judgement if you’ve spent the last few weeks locked into Love Island every night. But if you and your couch have had a little too much quality time lately, consider spending the weekend out and about among the community. Buy a drink from one of several local independent brewers taking part in San

San Diego home price gains continued to slow in April and came close to negative territory.The San Diego metropolitan area’s home price increased 1% annually, said the S&P Case-Shiller Indices report for April released Tuesday. It was part of a nationwide slowdown that has seen prices drop in some c

A traditional English cottage in Hampshire received a sleek, modern update with the addition of a 70-square-meter cantilevered glass extension designed by Stephen Marshall Architects. The classic facade belies the modern extension in the back.From the front, the ivy-covered facade maintains its clas

By MICHELLE CHAPMAN, Associated PressReal estate brokerage company Compass has filed a lawsuit against Zillow over its policy to ban private home listings.In a filing with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, Compass claims that “Zillow has sought to rely on anticompetitive

Why so few home sales in Southern California counties?Well, renters in Orange and Los Angeles counties enjoy the nation’s fourth-largest savings between what landlords charge and the cost of financing a house purchase.My trusty spreadsheet reviewed a study by Zillow that estimated everyday rent pric

AKASHI Residence in Pererenan, Bali, is a three-story concrete and timber home designed by Alexis Dornier. A central open void organizes the plan, brings in natural light and airflow, and contains a stainless steel slide connecting the upper floor to the pool level.The house uses exposed concrete sl

Ibiúna House by Brazilian architect Rodrigo Ohtake is a 180-square-meter modular residence designed as a weekend retreat outside São Paulo. Built on a 20,000-square-meter forested site, the home is composed of a series of prefabricated rectangular units manufactured by Syshaus. Strategic voids betwe

A modern, sustainable villa by Marc Architects sits on a small island outside Amsterdam. Designed as both a full-time residence and retreat, the 300-square-meter home includes a 35-square-meter terrace and features a compact, open layout that maximizes natural light and outdoor views. The house is o

A 10,000-square-foot custom barn in Manson, Washington, serves as both a functional agricultural building and a residential retreat. Designed by SkB Architects based on the client’s initial sketches, the structure includes ground-level storage for orchard equipment, a commercial kitchen, and a below

Concrete is widely used in construction, but several alternative materials offer comparable strength, better sustainability, or unique design benefits. Below are practical substitutes, each used in real-world projects that showcase their architectural potential.Rammed EarthRammed earth walls are den

Located in Terrebonne, Québec, this 724 m² residence by Saucier + Perrotte Architectes is designed to maximize river views while maintaining privacy from neighbors. The home features a horizontal concrete base with a cantilevered black zinc volume above, creating a clean, geometric silhouette.A floo