Bob Hatch of Bob Hatch Builds is as efficient summing up his life’s work as he is remodeling homes in Pasadena’s Bungalow Heaven. “I’m a general building, engineering, demolition contractor,†Hatch said. “’Been working 30 years, got a great famil... More »
Bright and beautiful, Mexican Mayólica pottery is still hand-made today using centuries-old techniques brought to Mexico by an Italian artist who carried his trade with him. Every piece has a unique border, hand painted in classic Mediterranean color. Some ... More »
An artist imagines MonteCedro at dusk as another day of active retirement living draws to a close. [Image: MonteCedro] Most dictionaries define retirement as the time to withdraw from an active life. Others say it’s the time to wear out a rocking chair. The cr... More »
It turns out home construction is a bit like the proverbial chicken and egg. The only difference is the question is “Which comes first, the architect or the contractor?†Architects often create magnificent blueprints that contractors cannot build and homeo... More »
A recently-opened antique collective in the heart of Pasadena’s antique district on South Fair Oaks Avenue threw its grand opening celebration on Thursday, Dec. 8. “We are excited!†says Natasha Stodder, the General Manager of Pasadena Antiques & Design,... More »
Maybe it’s the sluggish economy, or Wall Street’s bungee-jumping (with our investments), or the beatings taken by our retirement plans – whatever the causes, the idea of entertaining friends at home suddenly seems very appealing. More comfortable and relaxin... More »
Jeff Nott with his father, architect Tom Nott, in their South Pasadena offices Working with a contractor is like a marriage – you give them your trust, money and the keys to your house and you expect mutual trust. Trust is absolutely essential for a partners... More »
Owning a home in the heart of Old Pasadena is suddenly more attainable with the very attractive prices being offered on condos, lofts and live/work spaces at the historical Raymond Renaissance. Authentic and truly beautiful, the historical Raymond Theater in P... More »
This 4th of July, you can bet one local family will fall prey to one habit they just can’t avoid. It’s hard to blame them, it’s probably in their genes. Their DNA. As certain as fireworks will spark “Ooooohhs†and “Ahhhs,†the members of The Lippincott... More »
Interior Designer Gerald Sowell What happens when you mix two seemingly diametrically opposed interior design styles – east and west, traditional and minimalist? The answer, commonly, is labelled “eclectic,†a convenient reference to elements that don’... More »
New moms and dads are often astonished at how much “stuff†tiny babies seem to need, and how many decisions they have to make, and how difficult it is to make the right choices. Wanting only the best for their kids, they find themselves entangled in long-r... More »
President of The M&M Construction Group Manuel Rivas sets his top priority as, “helping people live their dreams by building their dream home.†Specializing in both residential and commercial construction, M&M Construction has the experience and capability... More »
