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1920s cabin after: The space was expanded with an addition that doubled the size of the kitchen and increased storage. A 6-foot galley sink provides space for two people to work simultaneously. The additional windows capture the spectacular view; the new island offers seating and a place to gather. The ceiling was raised, making the room more spacious. The flush-mount hood does not obstruct the spectacular valley views. Photo courtesy Harrell Design + Build.

Before & After: Midpeninsula kitchens go from dated to ultimate entertaining spaces

by Gloria Carlson October 17, 2023 12:06 pm

Despite higher household incomes, the local Latino community has experienced huge setbacks in
housing, according to the 2023 Silicon Valley Latino Report Card. Photo courtesy Getty Images.

Despite higher household incomes, local Latinos experience setbacks in housing, report shows

by Silicon Valley Association of Realtors October 11, 2023 5:48 pm

Homeowner Ed Fike’s favorite part of the remodel is a steel-framed glass partition -- inspired by abstract artist Ben Nicholson -- that incorporates elements from the remodel, including leftover countertop, backsplash, flooring and kitchen cabinet pieces. Photo by Agnieszka Jakubowicz, courtesy Harrell Design + Build.

They wanted a view, so they removed the walls in their Los Altos Hills home

by Carol Blitzer October 10, 2023 10:15 amJuly 4, 2025 4:24 pm

Zombie trees appear to be thriving and look healthy, but are actually dying from the inside out. Fall is the best time of year to look for signs of distress after the leaves have fallen off a tree's branches. Photo courtesy Getty Images.

Do you have ‘zombie trees’ in your backyard?

by Jeff Newborn October 9, 2023 9:38 am

Moveable glass walls:
The central living area of this home is framed with movable glass walls and white oak paneling. Photo by Dennis Mayer @Dennis Mayer Photography, courtesy Eichler Home Tour.

Like midcentury modern homes? Here’s your chance to tour 12 Eichlers

by Natalia Chaaito October 5, 2023 1:38 pm

Visitors can stroll among hundreds of heritage fruit trees and enjoy sweet fall treats at Filoli's Orchard Days. Photo courtesy Filoli.

Home briefs: Classic Eichlers, electric homes, historic orchard all open for tours in October

by Palo Alto Weekly staff October 3, 2023 10:16 amJuly 8, 2025 10:13 pm

October is the perfect time to plant cool-season vegetables. Photo courtesy UC Master Gardeners of Napa County.

Ask a Master Gardener: Now that fall is here, what should I plant?

by UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County October 2, 2023 12:13 pm

Peter and Melanie Cross designed and built their Palo Alto home from scratch with sustainability in mind during every step of the process, from the row of windows along the roofline to provide more light to the drought-tolerant landscaping. Photo by BeBe Khue Jacobs.

Inside 40+ Bay Area homes that have gone electric

by BeBe Khue Jacobs September 29, 2023 11:16 am

Karthik Manjappa, a 21-year-old culinary graduate from Manipal, India, is among those who have experienced life in a sleeping pod. “I came in thinking it would only be for a month or two,” he laughed. “It has been 11 months already.” Photo courtesy Emily Margaretten.

Life in a rented sleeping pod

by Emily Margaretten September 26, 2023 5:17 pmJuly 8, 2025 12:42 pm

Leland Stanford attempted to buy the area now known as College Terrace, but developer Alexander Gordon refused to sell the property. The two men ultimately ended up in court after Stanford sued Gordon in an attempt to prevent him from naming the subdivision Palo Alto. Courtesy Stanford Historical Photograph Collection.

College Terrace’s tumultuous history with Leland Stanford

by Bo Crane September 26, 2023 1:55 amJuly 4, 2025 4:19 pm