Lifestyle

Mid-century modern art, culture, and living at its finest

Echoes of 'Little Boxes'
Six decades later—the provocative 1960s folk song that tainted the suburban way of life
Ray Kappe’s Keeler Up Close
For sale: master architect’s cantilevered jewel rising out of the Pacific Palisades
Let’s Picnic the MCM Way
Outdoor dining accessories with a twist—from pastel Tupperware to a fun cookbook
What a Find in Lindenwood
Unique atrium Eichler from 1953, nostalgic musings still stir former Atherton resident
Thrills to No End
With its mix of fresh, over-the-top rides and perennial crowd-pleasers, homey Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk continues to amaze
Latest Flames
10 ways to warm up to the outdoor fireplace for cozy nights with a burning glow
Splash!
America's recreational oasis—the swimming pool comes of age in mid-century California
Neighbors Seek to Reconnect
Community-building efforts get underway for the Fairgrove Eichlers of Cupertino
Eichlers of Shangri-La
Marin's Strawberry Point—where cherished friendships rival spectacular waterfront views
Fielder's Choice
When San Francisco Giants great Willie Mays ran into the 'color barrier'—then turned to Eichler for a stylish new home
Sophisticats
How the feline form in the mid-century evoked a cool yet spiritual persona with an aura of mystery
Bay Area Reimagined
Stunning modern designs put a new face on the world we live in
Hit the Road
Hot-spot stops for time travelers on a California road-trip getaway
Homeward Bound
From Eichler to Mackay to six more Eichlers—the house-hopping odyssey of the Walling family
Atrium Gardens
Design tips and challenges: best bets for landscaping at your home's heavenly core
Return of the Butterflies
After years of hibernation following their mid-century boom, butterfly roofs are spreading their wings once again
Porcelain Perfect
From toasters to vacuums—Shalene Valenzuela's wild 'domestic art' fools the eye as well as the mind
Magical Mystery Lure
Controversial anniversary, symposiums and walking tours pave the way for the neon sign's bright future
Love Letters to the Road
How childhood vacations—to Disneyland, retro motels and fun in the sun—inspired the artist in Matt Leiker
Swizzles with Sizzle
From the swingin' sixties to your living room bar—sticks of joy that stir it up as a cocktail's best friend