This is a great time of year to explore, especially now, as personal space is so important. And what a great way to get away from it all, by never leaving the MetroABQ... Read More
Tierra Monte & Evergreen Hills Two pocket neighborhoods on the edge of the City

- Monday, November 30, 2020
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La Cueva Picnic Area Civilian Conservation Corps Structures

- Thursday, November 26, 2020
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The La Cueva Picnic area in the Cibola National Forest. Read More
A Buyer's Home Purchase Guidebook

- Monday, January 27, 2020
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I've been working with an equal number of buyers & sellers each year. Both types of transactions can be(come) quite complicated. There are upwards
of 100+ details to consider in the buying or selling of real estate, & missing just one of them can create challenges. Read More
Huning Highlands Historic Home Tour: The Secret Courtyard

- Monday, December 02, 2019
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The Huning Highlands neighborhood has a lot of depth to it. I was surprised that one of the tour properties was located discreetly next to & then behind The Artichoke Cafe: the 100+ year old home/gallery opened up at the back to an expansive courtyard that lead to numerous private residences. There was an established chicken coop there, above, along with shaded sitting areas & pathways that zigged throughout the large courtyards, seen below. I'd passed by the area for 30 years & had no idea of that great space just beyond the fence. Read More
Huning Highlands Historic Infill

- Thursday, October 24, 2019
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How do you infill housing in an historic neighborhood? Do you restrict the build, so the home the same as it's 100+ year old neighbors? Do you build a modern structure that may or may not look comfortable juxtaposed amidst it's neighbors? Read More
Beyond The MetroABQ: The Diamond St Compound in Las Vegas New Mexico

- Thursday, January 03, 2019
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The private Diamond Street Compound residences enjoy a half acre of land & is discreetly hidden behind gates on a side-street, a few blocks from the Plaza. If you know what you're looking for--beautifully decorated sculptures that act as gates--you'll know when you pass by. Built in the mid 1920's, the three rock houses sit amongst gardens, greenspaces & incredible sculptures across the property. The rock walls are approximately 18" thick & are comprised of random-sized uncut boulders & stones with plaster interiors. You can see the gates & stone houses below. Read More
Beyond The MetroABQ: The Historic Trolley Building Transformed at NM Highlands University (NMHU)

- Monday, December 31, 2018
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A short & very scenic two-hour
drive to Las Vegas New Mexico is always an incredible daytrip. Read More