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Explore 141 Fairlawn Drive, a remarkable 1973 glass home in the Berkeley Hills designed by architect Andrew Batey for architectural photographer Henry Bowles. Discover its modernist architecture, dramatic two-story glass façade, and original photography darkroom.

The Photographer’s House: A 1973 Glass Home in the Berkeley Hills

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Does architectural pedigree increase a home’s value? Exploring seven remarkable Piedmont residences and the architects behind them.

The Value of Piedmont’s Architecturally Significant Homes

The East Bay Housing Market Isn’t Moving in One Direction

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East Bay home prices are rising, but buyer demand and affordability tell a more complicated story.

A Little Taste of Paris at an Oakland Neighborhood Bakery

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A little taste of Paris, right here in Oakland. Some traditions are simply too good to leave behind.

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In today’s market, well-preserved Tudor homes continue to outperform when paired with thoughtful updates.

What makes the East Bay special isn’t just the homes it’s the rhythm of life around them. Each month brings a defining event that gathers the community, reflects local culture, and shapes how people live and belong.

Rockridge doesn’t try to impress it doesn’t have to. With quiet streets, timeless architecture, and the steady rhythm of College Avenue, it rewards those who value continuity over spectacle. This is a place you settle into, not outgrow.

Design, lifestyle, local discoveries, favorite finds

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EAST BAY HOMES &LIVING

A walk down Fourth Street in Berkeley reveals a rare balance curated retail, relaxed dining, and a pace that invites lingering. It’s a lifestyle strip that feels intentionally grown, not assembled.

Rockridge remains one of Oakland’s most emotionally durable neighborhoods. Inventory stays tight, buyers arrive informed, and well-kept homes move with quiet confidence. Here, trust in the neighborhood does most of the selling the right home simply completes the picture.

Crestmont sits above the city with a kind of calm confidence. Winding streets, generous lots, and long views create a sense of privacy that feels intentional rather than remote. This is Oakland living at a slower, more deliberate pace where space, light, and quiet matter.

The Neighborhoods of the East Bay

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NEIGHBORHOODS

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Should you buy, sell, or wait? A look at the shifting East Bay housing market, emerging opportunities, and what buyers and sellers should consider this season.

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Not every home makes it to the public market. Discover how private listings, agent networks, and early access opportunities shape the way homes are bought and sold in the East Bay.

From listing transparency to wildfire safety and rental regulations, California’s new real estate laws bring important changes for homeowners, buyers, sellers, and investors.

Market News, Trends and Updates Impacting East Bay Real Estate

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MARKET INSIGHTS

Not every East Bay buyer wants conventional luxury. In Temescal, many value authenticity classic bungalow proportions, good bones, and a home that feels thoughtfully cared for, not overproduced.

Two opera singers. A Campanile view. Thirty years of Montclair memories. After a previous unsuccessful sale, thoughtful preparation and a strategic refresh unlocked hundreds of thousands in additional value while honoring the home’s legacy.

Not every beautiful home sells itself. This distinctive Montclair Hills property needed a different approach. Strategic pricing, thoughtful preparation, and careful attention to buyer feedback ultimately connected the home with the right buyer.

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SELLER SUCCESS STORIES

Every home deserves its moment.

A shared love of gardening, a beautiful Oakland Hills home, and the beginning of a new chapter together.

Winning a home isn’t always about offering the highest price. Discover how early positioning, proactive communication, and market insight helped my buyers secure a beautiful Montclair Tudor before offer day.

Sometimes the best home isn’t in the neighborhood where your search begins. This buyer’s journey started in Montclair, but by listening closely to what they truly valued, not just what they asked for, we discovered the perfect historic home in Alameda before it ever hit the public market.

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Explore 141 Fairlawn Drive, a remarkable 1973 glass home in the Berkeley Hills designed by architect Andrew Batey for architectural photographer Henry Bowles. Discover its modernist architecture, dramatic two-story glass façade, and original photography darkroom.

The Photographer’s House: A 1973 Glass Home in the Berkeley Hills

October 15, 2026

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Does architectural pedigree increase a home’s value? Exploring seven remarkable Piedmont residences and the architects behind them.

The Value of Piedmont’s Architecturally Significant Homes

October 11, 2026

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East Bay home prices are rising, but buyer demand and affordability tell a more complicated story.

The East Bay Housing Market Isn’t Moving in One Direction

October 11, 2026

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