We recently hosted a free community workshop with horticultural designer Molly Breen of New Wave Green , focusing on how to design native plant landscapes using Netafim irrigation systems. The event brought together local gardeners, volunteers, and community members interested in sustainable, water-wise landscaping. During the workshop, Molly walked participants through the fundamentals of Netafim drip irrigation: how it works, why it’s ideal for native plants, and how thoughtful irrigation...

The North Star Historic Conservancy is proud to announce that the North Star House has been officially recognized as nationally significant in the National Register of Historic Places : a milestone that underscores the site’s vital place in American history. From the groundbreaking architecture of Julia Morgan, California’s first licensed woman architect, to the literary legacy of Mary Hallock Foote, the North Star House tells a remarkable story of innovation, culture, and community. To...

The second-floor construction effort of the North Star House is one of the most ambitious and exciting projects underway at this historic 1905 estate. Reviving more than 5,000 square feet of long-dormant space requires not only vision but deep expertise, and we’re fortunate to have both. Leading this effort is Andy Wright, Construction Manager at the North Star House, whose decades-long career as a licensed general contractor and former owner of WrightBuilt Construction brings invaluable...