Features
Grand Stand in Googletown
Eichlers of Mountain View's Grandmeadow—where 53 houses flourish as homes with a little help from friends
Hot Dog Express
When Oscar Mayer's awe-inspiring Wienermobile took mid-century America on the ride of their lives
Styled with a Smile
Inspired Lisa Congdon spreads joy in the Alexander Girard tradition with art vibrant and bold
Rise of the Mini-split
Why is ductless HVAC so popular—and how does it fit into today's Eichler way of living?
House of Many Colors
Drawing earthy inspiration and seamless indoor-outdoor flow from Eichler's original paint palette
Eichlers of Shangri-La
Marin's Strawberry Point—where cherished friendships rival spectacular waterfront views
Hands of Time
Gifted East Bay clockmaker's joyful, heartfelt timepieces tell intimate tales as well as time
First and Foremost
In the beginning…these were the earliest modern tracts ever built in the United States
Pocketful of Eichlers
Owners of international diversity are producing sweet music at Sunnyvale's Rancho Sans Souci
Bells of Wonder
When architect Paolo Soleri was swayed by the wind along the path of organic modernism
Echoes of 'Little Boxes'
On its 60th anniversary—the provocative 1960s folk song that tainted the suburban way of life
Taking to the Hills
Small-town feeling and informal ties set the stage for natural friendships among the Eichlers of Terra Linda
Sophisticats
How the feline form in the mid-century evoked a cool yet spiritual persona with an aura of mystery
Light & Breezy
Marin artist Kristen 'Bucko' Sinn's upbeat persona and playful spirit flow through her MCM-inspired jewelry
Energy Efficiency: Modern Dream, Green Machine
15 eco-conscious ways to make your home the best that it can be
Homeward Bound
From Eichler to Mackay to six more Eichlers—the house-hopping odyssey of the Walling family
Shades of Cool
Alluring, timeless and treasured—the functional art and bold designs of classic mid-century sunglasses
Storyteller in the Sun
Masterful San Francisco artist Serge Gay blends dreams and reality into his unique, personal narrative paintings
