Last week’s sales also include Alta Mesa colossus for nearly $2 million off; 1990s architecture with a cute stone cottage; boxy fixer near a West Mesa beach path; 1918 house at E. Padre and Laguna; and more.
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“What’s the point of pedestrian gates at train tracks—such as on Butterfly Lane in Montecito and on State Street below Yanonali—when there’s a big open space right next to it?”
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Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: The house wins!)
Noteworthy new listings also include 1970s modernism in Cielito; bright and airy on Coronada Circle; Shoreline Drive curb appeal; Upper East spec reno; an actual log cabin; and more.
Come see 1103 Harbor Hills Drive this Saturday afternoon: it’s an oasis of calm, with widescreen, unobstructed views extending from the mountains to the Pacific Ocean.
Plus: The network of paths in lower Franceschi Park; checking in on two architecturally noteworthy houses on E. Mountain Drive; Tina Schlieske Quintet to play the Lobero Theatre; Covet/Cherval Studio shop has closed; potential development across from the Public Market; Drift hotel now has an event space next door.
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Burning Questions
- How Long Will This Big Pipe Be at East Beach?
- Is Cabrillo Boulevard Going to Be Widened Under Highway 101?
- Was There a Fisherman Inn in Downtown Santa Barbara?
- What Are Those Old Buildings at the Corner of Castillo and Montecito Streets?
- When Will the Coast Village Road Medians Be Completed?
- What’s This Scaffold Structure on Las Positas Road?
- Why Does Street Striping Take So Long to Happen?
Recent Comments
I'll be interesting to see, what they uncover, when they begin to dig. — Jeff Ross
They should rename the street Calle Dolores Huerta! — Mariana
Is there info on how long the intersection will be closed to apply this decoration? — Christine!
I think the street art looks cool and it’s not like the grant money could be used for other purposes. I’m grateful for whoever organized… — Sean
one more comment,, that space always screamed beer garden to me. or Big Star Taco in Wicker Park. more open space to enjoy ocean breeze...… — Dean Carter
Good start. Nice homage to the roof and flower shop... not that either of those were architectural standouts on CVR. More seating/stucture moved to front/parking… — Dean Carter
Agreed, this building does not cohesively fit on the street. It may be bold and striking, but also completely out of place for Coast Village… — Marc
I like the addition. I believe when it's built, he should invite The Bottle Shop to open a space below. That would be the only… — Taylor Hunt
Agree 100%. Attractive in itself but not plonked down on CVR. Does not fit in at all with the local-and-cozy-but-sophisticated look of the other retail… — Dana
Where's the "it's not in Montecito" comments? For looks really good in these photos! — Don