If you see someone in La Jolla wandering the beach with a crinkled brown paper bag and laser focus on fallen seedpods, don’t be alarmed—it’s probably Erika Givens, and she’s not lost; she’s collecting. Moss, driftwood, mysterious pods that look like they belong in a sci-fi movie… nothing is off-limi

Hidden in the hillside of the Methow Valley, Tinyleaf is a 15×22 ft off-grid outpost designed by GO’C as a compact retreat for year-round outdoor living. Cast-in-place concrete walls anchor the cabin into the slope, while weathering steel and a deep awning blend it into the landscape. The space is d

Established in 1981, the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego consists of 22 permanent art installations by some of the world’s most influential modern artists. Renowned for its assortment of art, the collection is famous for pieces such as Do Ho Suh’s iconic Fallen Star and Tim Hawkinson’s Bear sculpt

Established in 1981, the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego consists of 22 permanent art installations by some of the world’s most influential modern artists. Renowned for its assortment of art, the collection is famous for pieces such as Do Ho Suh’s iconic Fallen Star and Tim Hawkinson’s Bear sculpt

The high cost of a San Diego home, even with lower mortgage rates, has scared off many potential buyers and slowed the market to a level not seen in years. San Diego County’s median home price fell to $875,000, down 1.7% from the previous month, according to figures released Tuesday by Attom Data So

San Diego home sales are near 40-year lows, but one segment of the market has seen a gold-plated surge. Affluent buyers in San Diego County have snapped up luxury properties — at record prices — at the quickest pace in more than three years. A Del Mar beach home smashed local records when it sold fo

Set deep within the evergreens of Whidbey Island, this prefab home is designed to touch the landscape lightly, by Wittman Estes. Four modular volumes rest on pin foundations instead of concrete, reducing disturbance to tree roots and cutting the carbon footprint of the structure. The exterior is wra

We received the Falcon Ledge Residence through our project submission form, and it immediately stood out. The home, part of Alter Studio, anchors itself to a steep Austin ravine with a clear, disciplined structure. It rises above dense tree canopies, wrapped in vertical steel panels and warm recesse

Kawakawa Bach from Herbst Architects sits lifted above the forest floor to capture the ocean views and precious daylight that the steep, tree-covered site naturally blocks. Surrounded by mature Pohutukawa trees and tucked against a mountain slope, the house responds by elevating all living spaces to

San Diego will ask the state’s highest court to keep intact a 2022 ballot measure, recently deemed illegal, that sought to eliminate the 30-foot height limit from the Midway District. Monday, San Diego City Council members voted 6 to 2 in closed session to authorize a petition for review to the Supr

Zenhouse from Studio Nirvana, is a minimalist retreat built around raw concrete, natural light, and open space. Polished concrete floors run throughout the home, reflecting light and creating a calm, grounded atmosphere. The concrete walls and ceilings add texture without noise, letting the architec

As the year winds down to its festive end, homebuying – and prices – are typically in decline. My trusty spreadsheet took a peek at a curious report on seasonal homebuying patterns from Attom, which tracked monthly pricing and sales for houses and condos between 2015 and 2024 for 49 states and the D

The owner of the vacant property at the corner of Fourth Avenue and B Street in downtown San Diego — a neighbor to the infamous, decaying California Theatre — has decided to sell the partial-block site instead of building a hotel-and-office, skinny tower as planned. Last week, Tokyo-based housing de

Lagoon View is a remodel and expansion of a 4753-sq ft home in Tiburon. The owners planned a move from the midwest and wanted a site with open views of San Francisco, the bay, and the ocean. The existing structure had many past alterations, so Swatt + Partners set out to unify the plan and create on

By Prashant Gopal, Bloomberg News With the average mortgage rate near 6%, U.S. homebuyers are looking at the most affordable monthly payments in a year. But San Antonio real estate agent Tavyn Weyman knows how to get them lower — much lower. Related Articles San Diego Building Industry Association n

The local building industry has appointed Aimee Faucett, who served as chief of staff for former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer, as its chief executive. Building Industry Association heads are typically one of the main advocates for more home construction in San Diego County, showing up frequently

By ALEX VEIGA, AP Business Writer The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged higher for the second week in a row, though it remains near its low point so far this year. Related Articles Homebuilders bet on 1% mortgage rates to wake up US buyers San Diego Building Industry Association names lo

Ryan Berman describes himself as a “fear fighter.” The author, speaker, podcaster, and founder of the San Diego-based Courageous consultancy works to infuse courage into the DNA of companies across the country by identifying and combatting the fears that hold them back.  Berman’s best-selling book R

President Donald Trump’s proposal to offer 50-year mortgages to homebuyers has been met with extensive skepticism from real estate insiders. A key criticism of offering house hunters a longer-term borrowing option is that it would not save borrowers a significant amount of money in the short term an

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in San Diego. Winter Wonder at Belmont Park, SeaWorld’s Coastal Christmas, and Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden are all wonderful ways to get in the holiday spirit. Meanwhile, wine aficionados can get their fill at Uncorked: Derby Days at Del Mar Tho