Su Casa Southwestern homes

Exploring the roots and finest contemporary expressions of Southwestern homes, architecture, design, style, culture, and living.

FEATURE ARTICLES

Sante Fe insiders
By Gussie Fauntleroy
Three designers look beyond the stereotypes of Santa Fe style to envision refreshingly eclectic interiors.

Committed to the classic
By Christine Mather
Sharon Woods' ability to interpret dreams in the Santa Fe style makes her a Freud among home builders.

On the grid
By Laura Sanchez
Architect Brian DePriest organized the design of his Placitas, New Mexico, home around a 16-inch grid, creating a soothing harmony of
space, light, and color.

Rebirthing an Albuquerque landmark
By Laura Sanchez
A downtown classic finds new life in a sensitive renovation that respects the past while molding the home to modern living.

Land rush
By Jane Mahoney Profiles by Alicia Kellogg
From rural open spaces to urban enclaves, New Mexico’s master-planned communities offer a range of opportunities to find your own
slice of heaven. Our special section tracks the latest trends and provides a virtual tour of 10 outstanding places to call home.

Character builder
Su Casa celebrates the finest of new home construction and our Su Casita award for a Santa Fe remodel.

DEPARTMENTS

Inside Su Casa

By Charles C. Poling

Find yourself at home in New Mexico.

Green Home

By Sara Gutterman

Follow a few simple strategies to increase the energy efficiency of your house.

Style with Substance

By Vishu Magee

Live your own dream by approaching interior design as a chance to express your deepest sense of self.

Home at Last

By Christine Mather

As museums prove, pulling together objects into a collection multiplies their impact.

In the Garden

By Judith Phillips

Labyrinths in the desert landscape help us see the patterns of our lives against a grander design.

Southwestern Design
Q & A

Edited by Alicia Kellogg

Nothing says Southwest like latillas, adobes, and plaster walls—and gates are great, too.