This home in Sotogrande, Spain, by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos is a geometric marvel that floats above the landscape. Defined by a bold cantilevered roof and a minimal, flat structure, the design strips everything down to pure essentials—light, shade, and space.A defining move is the rooftop water pl

The “Big Beautiful Bill” perpetuates a long-standing misconception that subsidies provide a lasting boost to the housing sector.President Donald Trump’s flagship legislation, signed into law on July 4, will, among other things, quadruple the deductibility of state and local taxes — commonly known as

Designed by Garton Group Architecture, the Indo Avellanas House in Costa Rica is a thoughtful response to its lush, tropical surroundings. The project features six villas—crafted from locally sourced teak and supported by lightweight steel frames—each immersed in dense greenery just steps from the P

This summer villa in Corfu merges the rugged charm of hand-shaped local stone with crisp architectural precision. The stone veneer anchors the house visually and structurally, lending a timeless, almost fortress-like presence.Yet this weight is cleverly offset by the extensive use of glass, most not

House São Pedro in Porto Feliz, Brazil, stands out for its clean geometry and clever use of the site’s slope. FGMF stacked two distinct volumes: a glassy, open-plan base for social areas and a wooden-clad upper block with the bedrooms. This layout isn’t just formal, it works. The cantilever above sh

Casa RWO by Gonzalo Rufin Arquitectos is a steel-and-wood cabin built along a ridge in Pupuya, Chile. Its long, horizontal form sits on exposed timber ribs that double as structure and shading. The design uses a raised walkway to connect private and shared spaces, each with separate access.The plan

A development group that previously explored building a Major League Soccer stadium on the Chula Vista Bayfront is back, albeit absent one partner, with a remastered proposal that is equally ambitious and may be more plausible.The project, named Pangaea, is anchored by a large tennis complex and com

How much will California home sellers cut their prices as competition grows?My trusty spreadsheet analyzed Realtor.com statistics on the number of existing houses and condos on the market and their asking prices. The average results for the three months ending in May were compared with two years ear

Tucked deep into the Czech countryside, this 68 m² cabin atelier by Jan Tyrpekl redefines sustainable architecture through reuse and simplicity. Constructed almost entirely from recycled materials—larch decking, spruce cladding, borrowed windows and light fixtures—the cabin reflects a deeply persona

Set into the slopes of California’s Sonoma Hills, the Sonoma Ridge House by Holder Parlette redefines indoor-outdoor living through a bold architectural response to topography and climate. The design carefully navigates the terrain, allowing the house to step gently down the ridge, preserving mature

Get ready to geek out—San Diego Comic-Con 2025 returns to the San Diego Convention Center from Thursday, July 24, through Sunday, July 27. This massive pop-culture celebration draws fans from around the world for panels, celebrity appearances, exclusive merch, cosplay, and major announcements from t

A roommate can bring on the best of times. Or the worst of times.She can be the person you pile onto the couch with and binge every season of “Grey’s Anatomy.” Or the person who steals your Anthropologie gift card and lets her sick cat into your room so it can pee on your beloved vintage grey coat.

Irvine is Southern California’s top spot for renters and San Bernardino the worst, according to a national ranking of places to be a tenant.My trusty spreadsheet reviewed a recent rentability scorecard from WalletHub, which graded 182 large U.S. cities – including 20 in Southern California – on thei

Perched gently atop timber stilts in the Austrian countryside, the Zen House by Jan Tyrpekl is a minimalist retreat that feels both weightless and deeply grounded in nature. Elevated four meters above the orchard floor, the 30 m² glass micro-home was designed for reflection, calm, and connection wit

Located in Portugal, M House by Silverline Architects is a striking example of contemporary residential architecture that balances concrete strength with a strong connection to its surroundings. The home features a bold, floating concrete upper volume that shades the open-plan living space below, wh

With summer in full swing and a high 70s in the forecast for this weekend, there is no better time to be outside, especially with the return of marquee events like the Over The Line World Championships, Beethoven by the Bay and the University of San Diego Wine Classic. Outdoor activities also includ

Casa Olivos by Gonzalo Bardach Arquitectura, located on a golf course slope in Pilar, Argentina, offers a stunning architectural response to its natural setting. The most striking feature is its curved concrete roof, seamlessly merging into a green terrace, blurring the boundary between architecture

Over 18 years of eating through the city as a food writer—a profession that feels like it needs an “ahem” attached to it—I’ve kept a list of the dishes and drinks and places that floored me. The ones I yammer on about to strangers, or share with people I love who don’t owe me money. For Comic-Con, I

Over 18 years of eating through the city as a food writer—a profession that feels like it needs an “ahem” attached to it—I’ve kept a list of the dishes and drinks and places that floored me. The ones I yammer on about to strangers, or share with people I love who don’t owe me money. For Comic-Con, I

Over 17 years of eating through the city, I’ve kept a list of the dishes and drinks and places that floored me—the ones I yammer on about to strangers. For Comic-Con, I thought I’d share nearly 50 of my favorites within striking distance of the comic core: Gaslamp, Barrio Logan, Little Italy, Missio