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Interior design is undergoing a dramatic transformation right now. Americans are fundamentally changing how they approach their living spaces, embracing practical innovations that make daily life more comfortable, sustainable, and deeply personal. These aren’t fleeting trends or flashy gadgets, but thoughtful solutions addressing real household challenges. What’s driving this shift is the convergence of artificial intelligence […]

The status and timeline of the long-awaited Los Angeles Convention Center expansion remain in flux, but a new presentation to the City’s Cultural Affairs Commission offers the best look yet at the more than $2-billion project. The expansion, which would be carried out in partnership with AEG and Plenary Group, calls for building a new structure above Pico Boulevard to […]

There’s a growing pool of homeowners who feel stuck. Their homes no longer fit their lives—too small, too outdated, too inconvenient—but with mortgage rates hovering above 6%, the idea of trading up seems out of reach. So instead, many are looking inward, eyeing a remodel to make their existing space work just a little bit harder. But renovation isn’t always the […]

Creating a smart home isn’t just for homeowners with deep pockets. Even if you’re renting, there are simple, affordable ways to upgrade your space with smart technology—without risking your security deposit. The key is to focus on flexibility, compatibility, and practicality. Choose Your Smart Assistant Wisely Before you dive into smart home upgrades, you’ll need […]

Tesla has been working on a diner-supercharger-drive-in concept in Los Angeles for years — the building broke ground in 2023 — and it looks like the project has finally entered soft-opening mode. CEO Elon Musk (and some other Tesla enthusiasts) have already tried the food. Musk called it “one of the coolest spots in L.A.” The supercharger […]

Homeowners will need to fork over more cash to protect their homes, with premiums set to be more expensive by the end of 2025. Natural disasters, fueled by climate change, are the leading cause, according to a study by Insurify. Wildfires in the West, hurricanes in the South, and hailstorms in the Midwest have led to […]

When remodeling a bathroom, designing the shower is one of the biggest decisions—specifically the tile. Tile comes in an endless array of colors, materials, textures and patterns; so making the right choice can be overwhelming. To help you get inspired, here are top shower tile ideas below along with tips from two bathroom design experts. […]

It’s a fact that we love our kitchen islands, and we can’t imagine people ever getting sick of such a popular centerpiece. But that’s not to say that kitchen island ideas are immune to the rise and fall of trends. Like most aspects of the interior design world, today, there are some definite dos and […]

When the devastating fires swept through parts of Los Angeles this past January—scorching areas like Pacific Palisades and Pasadena—many were left wondering how the local real estate market would react. Would prices spike due to sudden inventory loss? Would buyers flee high-risk areas due to growing insurance costs and safety concerns? Now that we’re five months […]

If you are in the home buying market, you’ve probably come to realize that the grass is always greener in the listing description—both literally and figuratively. Real estate agents sometimes get creative with Photoshop edits on listing photos, often brightening up the grass and editing out unsightly objects, like a neighbor’s clunker car or wires […]