departments
winter 2008

inside Su Casa By Charles C. Poling Photograph by Robert Reck

Even a mild Southwestern winter sets the tone for contemplating the future and making plans accordingly.
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finding keepers Story and photography by Julie Dean

Wrap yourself in natural fiber, letting its soft touch and snuggly warmth fend off the chill of a high-desert winter. read more

 

su libro By Charles C. Poling

Set yourself loose in the cultural, geographic, and literary landscapes of New Mexico—or contemplate them from a cabin in the woods. read more

 

certified southwest By Laura Morelli Photography by Jack Parsons

Shop for hand-crafted furniture with this guide to the history, unique features, and stores you'll want to know before you buy. read more

 

green home By Jane Mahoney Photography by Dominique Vorillon

In the woods outside Santa Fe, architect Amy Stone creates a high-functioning, elegantly simple home with minimal impact on the environment. read more

 

style with substance By Vishu Magee Photography by Julie Dean

Contemporary design and primitive aesthetics shared a stripped-down boldness that invigorates traditional adobes as well as ultramodern homes. read more

 

home at last By Christine Mather Photograph by Thais Mather

From the kitty lounging in a sunlit chair to the puppy snoring by the fire, pets animate our homes—and leave a giant emptiness when they depart. read more

 

in the garden By Judith Phillips Photography by Charles Mann

From agaves to yuccas, these juicy plants perk up the dreary winter garden with living sculpture and a cheerful green promise of spring to come. read more

 

southwestern design q&a Edited by Alicia Kellogg Photograph by Kirk Gittings

The pros demystify salt cedar home accents, find fabric for your Southwestern home, and separate stucco fact from fiction. read more

 

hasta la vista By Joan Logghe Photography by Julie Dean

Multiple generations share a rich tradition of building homes and true community in northern New Mexico. read more