On the Homefront

Breaking stories on home improvement and real estate tied to our communities

Laminates that 'Retrofy' DIY
Restoring countertops to period perfection with exciting mid-century surface designs
Celebrity Merry-go-round
Twice owned by comedy’s Ellen DeGeneres—‘zen paradise’ with a star-studded story
Tribute to Robert Rummer
His passing at age 97 ends historic chapter of builder’s cherished homebuilding legacy
Architectural History for Sale
Grant House of Crestwood Hills—a slice of architect A. Quincy Jones’ ‘blue-sky vision’
Original ‘Survivor’ Up for Sale
Reaching back to Eichler’s earliest days— a rare Menlo Park time capsule from 1952
Sink Your Teeth into This!
Imagine a mid-century medical office that turns your dental visit into sheer pleasure
‘Modernism Week 2025’
Mid-century modern architecture celebrates the festival’s 20th year of Palm Springs love
Staggering and Heartbreaking
As deadly fires burn through Los Angeles, even mid-century moderns among fatalities
Soaring with Angles to Spare
Architect Marcel Sedletzky’s jaw-dropping masterwork is a study in bold geometry
Those Dazzling Twin Gables!
Chalet-style home doubles the living space—and fun—while embracing Monterey Bay
Seasonal ‘Stocking Stuffers’
Eight nifty, low-priced gift ideas to turn the family’s retro wish list into joyfulness
Vintage Charm, MCM Style
Festive mid-century-inspired ornaments that reflect the spirit of the holiday season
Warm, Cozy…and Bohemian
Mark Mills’ stunning Carmel tour-de-force brings nature and drama to A-frame setting
'Dream House with Young Ideas'
Architects Jones & Emmons’ custom model designed for tiny SoCal tract—now for sale
Artist of Mid-century Futurism
Creative Angela Bisson plays in the stars evoking joy and magic with a pastel palette
‘Glass Box’ Full of Surprises
Intriguing ‘MCM time capsule’ comes alive as new 2024 custom build goes up for sale
Keen on a ‘Dream Halloween’
How-to tips to unite your neighborhood for an unforgettable night of trick-or-treat fun
Art of the Tender Tribute
Streng owner finds a unique graphic design niche within California’s MCM neighborhoods
‘Eichler Numbers’ Is Back!
East Bay owner comes to the rescue—with line of authentic Eichler address numbers
Aaron Green Masterpiece
Stunning SoCal oceanfront design for sale: ‘feels like you’re at the edge of the world’