Content about Oakland

The Re-uppers
For many raised 'modern' as children, no other house feels like home today
On the Threshold of Discovery
When the aluminum sliding glass door made its groundbreaking debut—then ushered in the classic look of mid-century modern
Lauan's Lost Love
Eichler Homes' original walls of mahogany paneling—once glowing in every home—are hopelessly fading out of sight
Old Burners Never Die…
Owners who sing the praises of original cooktops and ovens to the tune of ‘I Can’t Stop Loving You’
Roaring Back
Once lost, then found—how mid-century modern caught fire and raged on as today’s red-hot revival
It Came from the Backyard
With more ADU dwellings on the way—what lies ahead for the character and livability of mid-century modern neighborhoods?
Experiment in Innovation
The late, great Eichler designs of architect Claude Oakland
Harmony in the Hills
Oakland Eichlers’ historic charm inspiration for us all
This Eichler Fit the Family
Unique custom design in the Oakland Hills reflects owners’ personalities—and dreams
Hit the Road
Hot-spot stops for time travelers on a California road-trip getaway
Lost in the Dark No More
Shedding light on shortcuts to evaluate systems and installers for home reroofing
Unsung Advocates of Mid-Century Modern
Saluting those who strive to preserve our California homes and neighborhoods
Aged in Comfort
Carrying on Eichler living into the golden years with independence and satisfaction
Cleaning Up Your Act
Professional organizers share strategies for home decluttering that lighten the load on mood and health
Hit the Road
Hot-spot stops for time travelers on a California road-trip getaway
"Why Not Just Tear It Down?"
Reckoning with the 'teardown point of view'—as neighborhoods erode and homes are going, going, gone
Bridging 1930s to the 1960s
East Bay home tour shows how modernism has changed from the mid-century to today
Man from Redneck Modern
Popular blogger chronicles the renovation of his Concord Eichler—but not for profit
'King of the Round House'
One of six circular houses by mid-century architect Leon Meyer is on East Bay market
Want to Tour a FLWright?
Wright's East Bay Buehler Usonian opens up May 17 for a preservationist fundraiser
Creativity Is in Their Blood
Three upcoming diverse cultural events by modernist fans who love making art, music
Amazing Glass Art on Display
Artist David Ruth reveals hidden worlds in glass at new light-filled East Bay show