Exterior & Landscaping Special!
Look at what's officially sprouted! It's our brand new Landscaping and Exterior Design Special! Our first new special issue in 3 years is stocked with amazing ideas for your all your outdoor spaces! From garden tours to exterior architecture and design insight, planting guide and expert advice we've got it all!
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Cliff May
Make a Gingerbread House with Retro Style
Gingerbread houses are holiday staples, but you've never seen them quite like this. Meet the gingerbread house of a true mid century enthusiast.
Personal History: Discovering Midcentury Modern Design
A man digs into the history of midcentury design in his home town—and discovers so much more in the process.
10 Midcentury Modern Hotspots
Mid Mod gems lay scattered across the country. Here's a sampler of where you may want to dig.
Adding Period-Style Privacy to a Restored Cliff May
Need a little more peace and quiet without ruining your home's curb appeal? Hire the right contractor for incredible additions that will modernize your home while keeping it strictly period.
Resourceful in the Ranchos, Pt. 3: That “populist, ranchy feel”
With the "Californian" Cliff May cleaned up and renovated, it was time for the homeowners to apply their design ideas to the décor.
Resourceful in the Ranchos, Pt. 2: Renovation and Recycling
With the renovation well underway, non-period carpet gets ripped out and walls get replaced with glass.
Resourceful in the Ranchos, Pt. 1: The “Californian” sees the light
The model of the Cliff May Ranchos is stunning, but dated changes turned this paradise into a dark dungeon that needed fixing.
Not Your Average Joe Pt. 3: Managing a Restoration Budget
Bringing their Cliff May back to life was perfect in theory, but in practice, it came with a tricky caveat: money.
Not Your Average Joe Pt. 2: Restoring a California Gem
Some heavy research ensures a newly purchased Cliff May gets the proper treatment.
