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Idea Houses

6 Tricks That Will Maximize a Small Space, Guaranteed

Optimize square footage without sacrificing style.

December 6, 2022

December 5, 2022

Idea Houses

How an Architect’s Unconventional Use of Space Transformed a Malibu Beach House

It makes a big difference.

October 14, 2022

December 5, 2022

Idea Houses

7 Ways Smart Design (and Architecture) Can Modernize Your Traditional Home

Our 2022 Idea House is full of innovative ideas to transform your home, from lighting to flooring.

August 22, 2022

August 28, 2022

Decorating & Design

Built-in Bunk Rooms Make Space for More Family, More Friends, and More Fun

It's easier to host a crowd of cousins, a gaggle of grandkids, or festivities for friends, if you have a well-designed bunk room where everyone can pile in together.

November 12, 2021

January 27, 2022

Ideas From Sunset Idea Houses

Idea Houses

This Overlooked Design Decision Pushed Me to My Dream House

Don't forget this underrated step in the renovation process.

June 10, 2022

July 10, 2022

Outdoor Living

Fire Bowls Add Spark to Your Backyard Setup

The ultimate guide to picking the perfect fire bowl for any space or style.

March 3, 2022

Idea Houses

Designing a Kitchen with Wellness in Mind

Homeowners get help from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery to create kitchen suites that support healthy lifestyles with technology, aesthetics, and function.

January 21, 2022

June 28, 2022

Idea Houses

Idea House Workbook: How to Style a Cool Patio in the Desert. (A Pool Helps)

In the first installment of this new column, we visit the Sunset Desert Oasis Idea House to share high-impact design solutions that transform the pool area into a multi-function al fresco retreat.

June 22, 2021

Home & Garden

Why White Oak Is (Still) Having Its Moment

Light, bright, and calm is the hardwood floor palette with staying power.

June 11, 2021

June 1, 2022

Idea Houses

Idea House Workbook: Beach-Proof Outdoor Furniture Takes the Spotlight at This Malibu Retreat

Coastal properties call for durable, all-weather wicker and rattan pieces that are built to take a beating, beautifully.

August 9, 2021

January 22, 2022

Renovation Inspiration

House with Solar Panels and Square D Energy Center Smart Panel

Idea Houses

Power Play: How One Smart Electrical Box Can Brighten up Your Home

A panel like the Square D Energy Center from Schneider Electric is the secret to a "future-proof" home that's in step with our changing electrical needs.

January 21, 2022

January 24, 2022

Decorating & Design

The Future of Homebuilding Is Here—and It’s Prefab

The future of homebuilding has arrived, and it’s raising the bar on speed, quality, and reliability.

October 5, 2021

Home & Garden

Are Your Old Windows Making Your House Hotter? It Might Be Time for an Upgrade.

Windows let in light, blur the barrier between outdoors and in, and can help us regulate indoor temperatures—when they work. Here's how to whip your old ones into shape, and know when you need an upgrade.

August 10, 2021

July 20, 2022

Decorating & Design

From Pipes and Pennies to Your Kitchen and Bath: Copper Is Coming in Hot

As homeowners look for beautiful and safe ways to update their fixtures, copper is more popular than ever.

April 28, 2021

May 12, 2021

Home & Garden

Everything You Need for a Bathroom Remodel Is Made Right Here in the West

You can avoid supply chain woes by sourcing your bathroom renovation supplies—from tile to faucets and hand-cast hardware—from these local makers. And reduce your carbon foot print while you're at it.

July 13, 2021

February 4, 2022

BOXI kitchen cabinets Anne Sage interiors

Home & Garden

The Home-Reno Supply Chain Is a Mess. But This New Kitchen Company Will Deliver Your Cabinets in 2-3 Weeks.

With production and shipping issues grinding home-renovations to a near halt, semi-custom kitchen cabinets from BOXI—made in a week and shipped ready to install—are a stylish solution for a fast-and-foolproof kitchen remodel.

May 28, 2021

September 17, 2022

Idea Houses

A Down-to-the-Studs, Beginner’s Guide to Renovating Your Dream House

The daunting process of gutting and rebuilding your home just got a little less terrifying.

February 5, 2021

January 22, 2022

Idea Houses

11 Small-Scale, High-Impact Remodeling Ideas

How our Beverly Hills Idea House brings attainable renovation ideas to the West's most famous zip coded

October 9, 2018

November 6, 2020

Decorating & Design

Watch the Perfect Beach House Come Together

David and Stephanie wanted help designing and furnishing their Malibu beach house. So they enlisted the help of Taylor, from Serena & Lily.

September 29, 2021

October 4, 2021

The Idea Hub

A Wildfire Destroyed Their Malibu Home. What They Rebuilt Is Inspiring—and Our 2022 Idea House

Finishes Can Make or Break a House. Here’s How to Mix and Match Materials

Sunset Partners with Camille Styles to Create the 2023 Idea House

Bi-Fold Doors Are Our Favorite Indoor-Outdoor Living Solution

The Latest From Sunset

6 Tricks That Will Maximize a Small Space, Guaranteed

How an Architect’s Unconventional Use of Space Transformed a Malibu Beach House

7 Ways Smart Design (and Architecture) Can Modernize Your Traditional Home

Built-in Bunk Rooms Make Space for More Family, More Friends, and More Fun

Ideas From Sunset Idea Houses

This Overlooked Design Decision Pushed Me to My Dream House

Fire Bowls Add Spark to Your Backyard Setup

Designing a Kitchen with Wellness in Mind

Idea House Workbook: How to Style a Cool Patio in the Desert. (A Pool Helps)

Why White Oak Is (Still) Having Its Moment

Idea House Workbook: Beach-Proof Outdoor Furniture Takes the Spotlight at This Malibu Retreat

Renovation Inspiration

Power Play: How One Smart Electrical Box Can Brighten up Your Home

The Future of Homebuilding Is Here—and It’s Prefab

Are Your Old Windows Making Your House Hotter? It Might Be Time for an Upgrade.

From Pipes and Pennies to Your Kitchen and Bath: Copper Is Coming in Hot

Everything You Need for a Bathroom Remodel Is Made Right Here in the West

The Home-Reno Supply Chain Is a Mess. But This New Kitchen Company Will Deliver Your Cabinets in 2-3 Weeks.

A Down-to-the-Studs, Beginner’s Guide to Renovating Your Dream House

11 Small-Scale, High-Impact Remodeling Ideas

Watch the Perfect Beach House Come Together

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