A local architect coalition has given awards for the restoration of Balboa Park’s Botanical Building, an office in Tijuana, a project at MiraCosta College and more.The San Diego branch of the American Institute of Architects, or AIA, has been giving out awards annually for what it feels are the best

Living in San Diego means you’ve already hit the jackpot when it comes to gardening weather— sunshine, mild temps, and rarely a frost in sight. But not everyone has a big backyard to work with, especially in urban areas, which is where container gardening comes in. Whether you’ve got a tiny patio, a

The man who claimed to be disrupting the backyard housing industry — securing financing, permits and building granny flats across San Diego County, before collecting millions of dollars without doing the work — is now seeking federal protection from his many creditors.Jose Frausto, the founder and c

By MATT OTT, AP Business NewsWASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell modestly for the second straight week, but home borrowing costs remain elevated.Related Articles Founder of ADU company accused of fraud files for bankruptcy protection from creditors Will smaller San Die

San Diego Day Hikers is one of the region’s most popular hiking groups on the social gathering website Meetup.com. But it has a pretty interesting past.“The group started in the 1980s as a monthly hike, usually on the last Saturday, led by a professor from SDSU, and loosely affiliated with the Liber

The coastal neighborhood of Cardiff-by-the-Sea is named after Cardiff, Wales—thanks to the earliest land developer’s wife and her hometown pride—which is also the reason so many of its streets bear the names of cities in the United Kingdom. “Cardiff” for short, this Encinitas community just north of

Looking for a local Juneteenth bash? A delicious culinary adventure? How about something suitable for Father’s Day with your old man? No matter what, we’ve got you covered. SD Melanin’s spirited Kinfolk Fest at Waterfront Park offers an all-day Juneteenth celebration this Saturday. The City Heights

If you find yourself parched in Carlsbad on a balmy San Diego afternoon, Andrew White has the antidote: his home. Sitting at the top of a cozy, residential cul-de-sac, it’s equal parts secret lair and Palm Springs Airbnb. Like a proud father scrolling through pictures of his kid, White heads to the

Craft beer, edgy boutiques, and thought-provoking art are just some of the reasons to visit North Park. Known as San Diego’s hipster neighborhood, this little section of the city is filled with great places to eat, see, and experience. Save this handy North Park guide for the next time you’re in the

Pro-housing advocates say reducing San Diego’s residential lot sizes could lower home prices, and increase tax revenue for the cash-strapped city.A coalition of housing groups Friday morning said that denser developments are needed in America’s Finest City. They presented research from housing analy

It’s 1 p.m. on a Wednesday, and I’m sitting at my desk, crunching a carrot like a horse. “No one laugh,” I warn my coworkers. “It’s for my glucose.”For the past few weeks, I’ve been trying to keep my blood sugar levels as steady as possible with help from Stelo, a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) pr

We love seeing projects by young entrepreneurs succeed—visually and financially—and this beautifully re-invented Westchester house from the designer-developer Taylor Walker is a perfect example. Represented by realtor Limor Etgar-Zamir, the gut-renovated (and now move-in ready) project went “pending

California workers ended 2024 with the nation’s fifth-largest pay raises, despite sluggish job creation.My trusty spreadsheet looked at a fourth-quarter tally of workers and wages by the Bureau of Labor Statistics that’s taken from a review of employers’ unemployment insurance filings for the 50 sta

A nonprofit affiliated with the San Diego Padres will soon take over the day-to-day upkeep of 22 downtown blocks surrounding Petco Park.Starting July 1, an entity known as the Ballpark District Community Partnership will be responsible for the daily security, cleanliness and enhancement of the block

By MATT OTT, AP Business WriterWASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. fell this week for the first time in a month, but borrowing costs for homebuyers remain elevated.Related Articles Ballpark District created to clean up blocks around Petco Park Goodbye Mr. Nice Guy? I

Some luxury homes can take years to sell, and unease about the economy hasn’t helped speed up the process.San Diego County homes costing $6 million and up were taking an average 633 days to sell as of late May, according to Reports on Housing, up from 400 days last year. Homes from $4 million to $5.

Festivals big and little are happening all over San Diego this weekend, from a Latina vendor marketplace in Barrio Logan to the music and author showcase of North Park Music Fest to the inaugural Artivál, which will feature all sorts of makers. At the Queer Mvmnt Fest, aspiring dancers and performin

The prospective buyer of The Headquarters has agreed to pay $34.9 million to acquire the historically designated dining and retail center on San Diego’s downtown waterfront in a transaction that could be finalized later this week.On Friday, the San Diego Unified Port District’s board of directors wi

I’m three sips into my second handcrafted, small-batch, single-origin, barrel-aged cocktail of the evening. It’s delicious, of course; my date is gorgeous and chatty; the night is going well… and all I can think about is my wallet. Is $19 dollars a cocktail the price of meeting someone new? I think

I’m three sips into my second handcrafted, small-batch, single-origin, barrel-aged cocktail of the evening. It’s delicious, of course; my date is gorgeous and chatty; the night is going well… and all I can think about is my wallet. Is $19 dollars a cocktail the price of meeting someone new? I think