Tucked beside Red Morton Park, the Fairwood tract—better known as the Lyons Street Eichlers—reads like a living museum of mid-century modern. Thirty-ish single-story, post-and-beam homes with floor-to-ceiling glass, quiet rooflines, and radiant-heated slabs form a one-block community locals call “Dream Street.” Inventory is scarce, stewardship is high, and demand is persistent: purists prize preserved mahogany and original profiles while design-savvy families covet indoor-outdoor flow, schools, and central Redwood City access. The result is a timeless neighborhood where architectural integrity and neighborly culture compound long-term value—proof that good design never goes out of style.
Read More"Has your Eichler lost its soul? Whether the paneling was painted over or the post-and-beam lines were erased in a clumsy renovation, this guide shows you how to reclaim mid-century magic—from globe pendant lighting and mahogany walls to curated color palettes and iconic landscaping—so your home channels the timeless vision of Joseph Eichler."
Read More“From Philippine mahogany paneling and globe pendant lights to radiant-heated floors and tongue-and-groove ceilings, Eichler homes were built with bold, beautiful materials that defined mid-century California modernism. Discover the specs that shaped Silicon Valley Eichlers—and how to restore them with authenticity.”
Read MoreEichler homes feel different—for a reason. With floor-to-ceiling glass walls, open atriums, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow, these mid-century modern icons were designed to support mental wellness, natural light exposure, and biophilic living long before wellness architecture was a trend.
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