Idea House

A 1950s Bungalow Gets Transformed into the Energy-Efficient Home of the Future

Paint Can Really Transform a Space—Here’s How

Why an Age-Old Material Like Stone Is as Popular as Ever (And Should Be Used in Your Home)

How the Right Door Hardware Can Be the Perfect Finishing Touch in Your Home

6 Tricks That Will Maximize a Small Space, Guaranteed

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

The Best Storage Tips to Steal from a Design Expert’s Closet

Modern Modular: How a Creative Couple Turned Corrugated Metal into Magic

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

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

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

This Overlooked Design Decision Pushed Me to My Dream House

Sunset Partners with Camille Styles to Create the 2023 Idea House

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

Let’s Go Shopping! A Malibu Couple Decides on Outdoor Coastal Décor for Their Home

A Coastal Couple Homes in on Their Style

Looking for Malibu Beach Idea House Inspiration

Watch the Perfect Beach House Come Together

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

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

Learn to Love Your Laundry Room with These 5 Easy Upgrades

Check out the 2021/2022 Sunset Idea Hub Houses

Welcome to the Sunset Idea Hub

Tour Our 2019 Santa Monica Canyon Idea House

Sunset’s 2019 Idea House Gets Outfitted by L.A. Designer Superstars ETC.etera

Tour the 2018 Idea House in Silicon Valley

Keep Your Trees Safe During a Remodel