San Diego ready to make a deal to turn 101 Ash St. into low-income housing

The city of San Diego is preparing to lease its office tower at 101 Ash St. on a long-term basis, at no upfront cost, to a development team that plans to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to convert the property into housing for low-income families.On Wednesday, San Diego’s Land Use and Housing
Read MoreDOGE Cuts Force Mission Trails Bridge Project to a Halt

When Ben LeNail’s son Max drowned while crossing the San Diego River in Mission Trails Park, LeNail immediately vowed to build a bridge across the river in honor of his child.That was in January 2021. Now, after more than four years of tireless effort, LeNail says he’s given up. He has issued a stop
Read MoreGalgo House Blends Minimalism with Nature and Companionship

Set within a lush residential complex in Brazil, Galgo House by Tati Tavares and Alex Dalcin Arquitetura is a weekend retreat that redefines minimal living. Originally envisioned as a functional kennel, the design evolved into a serene 290-square-meter home where the owners could relax and spend tim
Read MorePhotos: The 2025 HeART of ICA Gala

Supporters gathered in the Garden at ICA San Diego/North in Encinitas for the HeART of ICA Gala on May 17, 2025. The evening, part of ICA’s “On Healing” exhibition season, invited guests to reflect on the role of art in our physical, mental, emotional, and collective wellbeing. Highlights included a
Read MoreDefy Ventures Brings Entrepreneurship to San Diego’s Prison Walls

In May, 36 men at R.J. Donovan Correctional Facility crossed a stage in caps and gowns. They’d just completed Defy Ventures’ Entrepreneur-in-Training program—a seven-month curriculum that blends business fundamentals with intensive personal development. There were Shark Tank–style pitches, volunteer
Read MoreBuilding Connected Spaces For SD’s Black LGBTQ Community

Founded in 2015 as the San Diego Black LGBTQ Coalition, the volunteer-led nonprofit has long served as a vital resource and gathering point for Black LGBTQ+ San Diegans. In 2024, the organization officially rebranded as San Diego Black Pride. The name change was intended to reflect its evolution int
Read More8 San Diego Nonprofit Events to Attend This July

Ocean Park Inn & PB Town Council Ocean Safety FundraiserThrough July 4Ocean Park Inn and the Pacific Beach Town Council are teaming up to raise $20,000 for rip current warning signs along local beaches. As part of the campaign, Ocean Park Inn will match all donations through July 4. Contributions su
Read MoreHousing red flag: Data show increase in cancellations of home purchase agreements versus a year ago

By ALEX VEIGA, Associated PressLOS ANGELES (AP) — The latest sign of trouble in the U.S. housing market: A pickup in home purchase agreements falling through before they’re finalized.Some 6% of pending contracts to buy a home were canceled in May, down from 7% in April, but up from 5% in May last ye
Read MoreThe Best Things to Do in San Diego: July 2025

San Diego is booming this July, literally. Whether it’s fireworks lighting up the bay on the 4th, the San Diego Pride Parade dancing through Balboa Park, or waterside concerts at the Shell, the city’s summer energy is in full swing. Check out Independence Day festivities, sip wine at USD’s dreamy ca
Read MoreJungle Retreat with a Floating Design

Canopy House, designed by Studio MK27, is elevated above the forest floor using stilts, allowing minimal disturbance to the lush Atlantic Forest in Guarujá, Brazil. The concrete prism structure blends into the dense vegetation, with a rooftop pool and open-air living space offering immersive views o
Read MoreMinimalist Living Elevated: The White Line House by Nravil Architects

Set against the stunning natural backdrop of Almaty, Kazakhstan, the White Line House by Nravil Architects is a striking expression of modern minimalism. Raised gently on stilts to preserve the existing terrain, this 300-square-meter residence embraces simplicity without sacrificing character.From e
Read MoreCompact Black Pavilion Unites Privacy and Proximity for Multigenerational Living

i29 architects designed a compact 100 m² single-story residence on the same plot as an existing main home in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands. Meant for senior family members, the new house is both physically close to the main residence and strategically positioned to ensure privacy. The structure is cove
Read MoreCourt appoints receiver to take over Campus at Horton in downtown San Diego

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
Read MoreArched Retreat by the Sea in Crete

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
Read MoreGreece Dream Home Carved into the Hillside

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
Read MoreDowntown San Diego’s newest condo tower in 8 years starts sales. Here’s what they cost

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
Read MoreRainforest Residence Blends Concrete with Nature

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
Read MoreJudge rules California’s FAIR Plan must pay smoke damage claims

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
Read MoreFannie Mae, Freddie Mac ordered to consider crypto as an asset when buying mortgages

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
Read MoreSan Diego exits operations building with move to Mission Valley and a downtown high-rise

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
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