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Welcome to the modern sustainable sanctuary, where every detail is infused with environmentally-friendly design. While some popular outdoor design choices are deceptively harmful to our planet, we are now welcoming even more eco-minded options that not only address our personal needs but also take care of the natural world, too. The team behind @Yardzen , the leading online landscape design and build platform, is tapping into this mindset by offering timeless design that is also kinder to the environment. For this extensive outdoor upgrade of a family home in Los Angeles, they assembled a dream team of brands to bring a high level of quality and design sensibility to the project, along with plants and products that will stand the test of time—not to mention the elements. From @timbertech premium decking that looks just like real wood but is made with up to 85% recycled materials, to the vibrant water-wise plantings of the @sunsetplantcollection , to @terraoutdoorliving chic yet mindfully-manufactured furniture, inspiration abounds in every corner of this serene urban oasis. Whether you’re looking to make a few updates to your existing outdoor space or are embarking on a full overhaul, head to Sunset.com to learn how each of these eco-minded companies are proof that you don’t have to sacrifice style when it comes to making sustainable selections.
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Our latest issue is here! In our annual home and design issue, we celebrate the glamorous and dramatic facets of what it means to live in the West. There’s a tour of this stunning Del Mar home (handsome pickleball court included), an expansive Bay Area garden that gives endlessly with year-round harvests, tips on how to survive the never-ending remodel, and how to add charm to your chicken coop. Or if you’re just in the mood to refresh your bedroom, we have the pro tips for a one-stop hard reset (dreamy linens included!). Grab your print issue on newsstands now, or become a subscriber at Sunset.com/subscribe. 📷 On the cover: This stunning home with vistas of the epic Del Mar coastline was once a dated duplex. In this issue we learn how an architect spent over a decade transforming this space into a refined retreat for the entire family. Cover Photo by Thomas J. Story @sunsetphoto Cover Story by Christine Lennon @christinelennonplus2
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This 3-car garage and boathouse located in Flathead Lake, Montana, has a stunning surprise upstairs! Designer Adrian Dagli and her team at @theinteriorwanderer turned the need for utilitarian storage into a two-story multifunctional space that’s the ultimate family hangout. With bunk beds, a pool table, and lots of fun to be had, the space is still chic with a vaulted ceiling and white oak accents to create a light and airy ambiance. Head to sunset.com to see the full home and learn more about the project. Design: Adrian Dagli @theinteriorwanderer Images: Margaret Austin @margaretaustin_photo
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This black A-Frame in Puget Sound is the perfect nature retreat. Inspired by both Scandinavian and Pacific Northwest styles, interior designer Katherine McBride of @artisansgroup wanted a quiet place where her family could take a pause from everyday life. Each detail was taken into careful consideration when creating this home from the modern industrial fixtures to custom built-ins and even milling trees removed from the property and using them for cedar siding. Head to Sunset.com to learn more about this family’s modern getaway. Designer: Katherine McBride of @artisansgroup Images: Poppi Photography @poppiphotography
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We’re heading to the Hollywood Hills home of Kashy and Laura Khaledi, owners of @ashesxdiamonds , a winery known for its excellent bottlings and modernist take on the Napa Valley experience. Charles Mingus plays on the hi-fi, and we’re dropping in on their annual “A&D Classic at the LA Pool House’’ pickup parties, where Los Angeles wine club members get their allotment of crémants, single-vineyard Cabernets, zero-zero Chardonnays. On the menu? A freewheeling California mashup with an herby frittata, a fancy take on chips and dip, with smoked trout roe and charred onions, plus a pillowy focaccia—perfect pairings for the warmer days ahead. Head to for all the recipes and get ready to savor the convergence of good design and good wine.
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Maybe it’s the time change, but we are feeling spring in the air this week! Every gardener knows that means it’s go-time and we’ve got all the tips and advice to get your plot and pots ready for action. From how to tunnel transplant your tomatoes to using your fava beans to make Sichuan Doubanjiang to how to stay on top of powdery mildew and combat pests with companion plantings, these are essential tasks. Head to Sunset.com for the full checklist—let’s grow! ________ Photo: Thomas J. Story @sunsetphoto Garden Design: Pine House Edible Gardens @pinehouseediblegardens
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Plenty of our favorite brands at Sunset were founded by women, and while we don’t just celebrate female-founded companies for the month of March, it’s a good excuse to share some of our favorite female-led brands based in the West. From washable rugs and chic aprons to hanging planters and packing cubes, all of the products from these companies were crafted with a focus on quality, style, and sustainability. Head to Sunset.com to shop our 15 favorite women-owned brands for home, kitchen, and travel. Featured Product: Brightland Olive Oil @wearebrightland Photo: Thomas J. Story @sunsetphoto
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Today we’re stepping inside this cozy beach bungalow that is filled with color and drama. Christie Tyreus of @tyreus_design turned this 1910 fixer-upper into a fresh take on beach house style for a family vacation home. Looking to add some bold hues to your own home? Christie suggests using it in “big doses on multiple walls and room furniture” keeps it modern. Head to Sunset.com to learn more about this perfect hangout spot. _______ Design: Christie Tyreus of Tyreus Architecture + Design @tyreus_design Photos: Christopher Stark @christopherstark
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Need some help picking the perfect pot for your houseplants? We’ve got the editor-approved vessel shapes and botanical combos to use as inspiration for your next nursery run. Whether you’re into modern minimalism or boho-chic, prefer funky leaf textures or easy-to-find nursery stock—we’ve giving you six common pot shapes and their plant pairings guaranteed to add architectural flair to any tabletop, bookshelf, or countertop. Warning: be prepared to have a sudden urge for plant shopping! Head to Sunset.com for all the inspo. 📸: Thomas J. Story @sunsetphoto ✍️: Kristin Guy @tendingwest
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For nearly a century, Sunset has chronicled a vacation style with uniquely Western roots—the burgeoning travel trend called the dude ranch. These farms-turned-resorts were written as “open to guests who want a leisurely vacation, who like to ride or want to learn, and who want to shed city ways and be part of a real ranch family for a time. Some people call them dudes, but we like to think of them as explorers of the Old West—and the new.” Over the years, we’ve continued to revisit the topic, and where the dude-ranch getaway remains a uniquely Western appeal among city dwellers who long to be surrounded by nature, new notes of luxury and adventure are being added into the mix. Head to Sunset.com to read how the formula has evolved and which modern dude ranches are on our list for our next journey onto the range.
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With warmer days and holidays ahead, it’s time to start planning outdoor adventures. Whether you’re looking to relax alongside sandy white beaches or hike on a woodsy getaway, there’s a campsite perfect for you. From stand-up paddling along the Colorado River to hiking, canyoneering, and mountain biking while taking in the signature ochre rock formations, head to Sunset.com for the absolute best spring break camping destinations. Featured Destination: Bryce Canyon 📸: Thomas J. Story @sunsetphoto ✍️: Krista Simmons @kristasimmons
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This neutral family home located in San Diego got a jolt of personality with a color palette inspired by the owner’s saffron-colored sweater. It’s the little details that make this home stand out. Designer Sarah Kaplan of @blytheinteriors wove in a cohesive narrative of wood and brass throughout the space with the selection of eclectic light fixtures and choice hardware. Three separate living areas were transformed into a seamless open space using just the right amount of color, pattern, and decorative accents. Head to Sunset.com to learn more about this renovation. ________ Design: Sarah Kaplan @blytheinteriors Photos: Natalia Robert @nataliarobertphoto
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