Welcome to ThomasShess.com, the official headquarters for the “multilectual” life.
After decades of chronicling the West Coast’s most captivating stories—from the intricate joinery of a Craftsman bungalow to the dark secrets of a noir protagonist—Thomas Shess finally has a singular digital home.
One Portal, Many Worlds
For years, readers have followed Tom’s work across legendary mastheads like San Francisco Magazine, San Diego Home/Garden, and his daily digital magazine, Pillar to Post. This new site serves as the ultimate archive and jumping-off point for his diverse creative pursuits.
Whether you are here for the architecture, the fiction, or the local history, there is a room in this house for you.
What You’ll Find Inside:
- The Library: A deep dive into Tom’s published books, including the newly released Tough Love: Modern Noir Romances and the evocative Cantina Psalms.
- The Blueprint: Insights into Tom’s work as a champion of the Arts & Crafts movement and his legendary career as a design editor.
- The Neighborhood: A look at Tom’s commitment to San Diego’s North Park and his storied involvement in senior men’s baseball and local theater.
- The Daily Grind: Seamless access to Pillar to Post, where Tom continues to curate daily musings on everything from world politics and travel to finding the perfect shot of espresso.
Why “Multilectual”?
In a world that demands specialization, ThomasShess.com celebrates the generalist. It is a space built on the belief that a well-lived life requires a wide lens. It’s about the intersection of a well-designed building and a well-turned phrase.
As Tom often says, the goal is to observe the world through a “multilectual” lens—finding the threads that connect global architecture to local stories, and vintage aesthetics to modern realities.
Join the Journey
We invite you to bookmark the page, explore the archives, and stay tuned for exclusive updates on upcoming book signings, design lectures, and community events.
The door is open. The coffee is brewing. Welcome to the multilectual life.
Explore now: ThomasShess.com
Stay connected by following Tom’s daily updates at PillarToPost.org.
