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Next year could mark a new chapter for the US housing market, according to Redfin. Economists at the real estate listings site said they believe the market is heading for a “reset” period at the start of next year. That could entail affordability gradually improving and more home buyers trickling into the market, the firm wrote in a report […]

The American Institute of Architects’ latest survey looks at home and property design trends for the second quarter of 2025. Each quarter, the professional association asks its members to complete questionnaires on what they’re seeing in their practices and then they produce the reports from hundreds of responses. Five of the design trends in this report […]

The Westfield Century City has never quite had the social cachet of other Los Angeles malls like the Grove, which can boast that it’s the most-visited tourist destination in all of California. The sprawling West LA mall — clocking it at more than 1.3 million square feet and anchored by department stores like Bloomingdale’s, an AMC theater and even […]

What kinds of trends will the next year bring? Kitchens are especially prone to trend turnover, as homeowners increasingly want the latest and greatest gadgets and to increase their resale value. This year we saw things like dark cabinetry and farmhouse kitchens disappear, while custom metalwork and two-toned cabinetry prevailed. And one big thing experts are forecasting for 2026? Form and function will […]

In a La Jolla backyard, a geometric structure rises like an origami masterpiece, its sharp angles catching the California sun. This isn’t just another trendy ADU. The Polyhaus Tetra-One represents something far more significant: a potential solution to two of California’s most pressing crises. Daniel Lopez-Perez and Celine Vargas founded Polyhaus in 2021 after watching […]

Practical enhancements with thoughtful finishes are at the forefront of the nation’s biggest home renovations. There’s a notable shift toward larger bathroom footprints, suggesting that homeowners may be rethinking the role of this room in the home. Rather than focusing purely on function, many are turning to professionals for help creating spaces that support relaxation […]

Bon Appétit just released its Best New Restaurants in America list for 2025, and two Los Angeles newcomers—Camélia and Komal—made the cut. The list recognizes restaurants that opened between March 2024 and March 2025, spotlighting “ambitious chefs [who] laid themselves bare, their autobiographical storytelling shaping singular restaurants.” Here’s what makes these spots shine. Camélia (Arts District) Partners Courtney […]

Today’s luxury housing market is expanding from grand, extravagant mansions toward “quiet luxury,” emphasizing understated comfort. This trend includes smaller, high-end homes and with buyers favoring places that offer meaningful features over sheer size or clout. While people have different definitions for luxury, the word typically elicits extravagance, grandeur, and exclusivity. And in the housing […]

This fall, museums around Los Angeles are showcasing art’s ability to foster community, to rage against injustice, and to rewrite history. A historical survey of Mail Art in Latin America highlights subversive networks of artistic production in the face of political repression, while a traveling exhibition of radical Chicano prints from the Smithsonian lands at […]

The Best Beach Towns In The United States offer a perfect blend of coastal relaxation and adventure. If you’re tired of crowded cities and expensive resorts, it’s time to explore these hidden gems. Picture this: uncrowded beaches, stunning scenery, and a slow-paced lifestyle that invites you to relax. Whether you love water sports or simply […]