Tabla de contenidos para The Home Issue 2022 en Sunset

Sometimes the best way to understand what you love most about your hometown is to leave it. You know that feeling you get when you return from a trip and look out the window of the plane or the car and notice a charming building, a secret side street, or little park you’ve never seen before? It’s like seeing a freckle on a loved one for the first time. It can trigger a deepened appreciation and affection for the details that were always there but for some reason you just missed. It’s a delightful state, which is why I try to achieve “tourist mind” as often as I can whether I’m at home or away. Putting together each issue of Sunset requires the staff to play tourist wherever we go. It’s…

Jonathan Feldman and Lisa Lougee felt a little sheepish about their lush lawn, which is spread out in a verdant carpet of meadow grass across the wide lot surrounding their 1911 Edwardian in the Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco. They’d invested years in the planning and building of their family house, which involved a lengthy renovation that opened up the back of the house with expansive windows, and created easy access to the large garden—a rarity in town—from two levels. “When we saw the house, we fell in love with the façade, and it had some really beautiful interior trim,” says Feldman, an architect and principal of Feldman Architecture. “But the key opportunity and challenge was that it was on this great lot which was covered in weeds with…

Pink Muhly Grass Muhlenbergia capillaris This grass has “great bright pink seed heads in late summer” and turns blonde when dormant. “A garden doesn’t have to be an eternal spring.” Palo Verde Parkinsonia aculeata Yellow flowers add to the composition. “It’s like a fresh announcement that it’s spring in Palm Springs, plus the bright green trunk is beautiful and unusual.” Madagascar Ocotillo Alluaudia procera “This cactus is a deep green all year round, and we love how wild and sculptural it is. It punctuates the site with an animated form.” Santa Rita Prickly Pear Opuntia santarita The designers “wanted to layer this light violet pink color,” Wyllie says, “which reflects the pink of the mountains in the morning at sunrise.”…

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Grass isn’t the only thing growing at Dodger Stadium thanks to landscape manager Chaz Perea. After an epiphany on a trip to the gardens at Versailles, Perea was inspired to transform the stadium into a fully certified botanic garden. It took five years for Perea and his crew to wholly reimagine and replant the hillsides and concrete planters, and meet the requirements for official accreditation from Botanic Gardens Conservation International. But today, the former hodgepodge of geraniums and petunias, ivy and lantana is now home to dozens of California natives, dotted with succulents, complete with a “tequila garden” brimming with spiky agaves. With multiple horticulture degrees, an MBA, a Ph.D. in the works, and a full-time professorship at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, California, Perea is as much educator…

COOL ON THE COAST CAVALLO POINT Sausalito, California A former military base turned resort offers both historic and contemporary accommodations across its sprawling expanse. Stay in a Colonial Revival home or one of the more modern suites with the Golden Gate Bridge in sight. cavallopoint.com PALIHOUSE SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara, California This beachside retreat is self-described as “vintage preppy meets American Riviera,” and we don’t disagree. Stop by the lobby bar for a Santa Maria vodka martini—and a photo opp, of course. palisociety.com BAJA CLUB La Paz, Baja California An early 20th century villa got a facelift and is now a hotel that boasts rooms with garden, patio, and balcony views. We’re a bit obsessed with the exposed brick courtyard that surrounds the pool, not to mention the rooftop…

An “atmospheric water generator,” a machine that pulls clean water out of thin air, is a water-scarcity solution that feels like it’s pulled from a science fiction novel. There are systems that draw enough moisture from humid air to supply an entire home, or an office building, with potable water, and can be used in disaster areas to create safe, emergency drinking water. Because they’re heavy energy users, large generators are not the most sustainable solution for parched regions—yet. As efficiency improves, that may change. In the meantime, freestanding atmospheric water coolers are an intriguing step toward water independence. Santa Barbara-based AquaViable ($3,500; aquaviable.com) and Sheridan, Wyoming-based Dewstand, ($2,495; dewstand.com) turn coastal fog and humidity into cool, pure glasses of water.…

Mid-century modern houses dot the hills of Los Angeles, their courtyards oases of the lifestyle that we long for come summer when the sun is high and swimming pools beckon. It’s a timeless scene we never tire of—and exactly what appealed to the young couple who bought this iconic post-and-beam house and envisioned raising their growing family and entertaining friends throughout the changing seasons. To make the outdoor spaces as functional as possible, and to nearly double the usable square footage of their house, they approached the project as an indoor-outdoor great room of sorts, an open-plan space with distinct areas for dining, hanging out, and relaxing after the sun goes down. Here are the key takeaways from their pool patio upgrade.…

Every three months, you’ll get a box full of home, design, food, and gardening products curated by Sunset editors to help you make the most of every season. You can choose the box that fits your style and price point, then get ready to be surprised and delighted by what you find inside! Our next box is devoted to Fall Cooking, so expect kitchen gear, culinary products, and food from the West and beyond. It’s the perfect way to give the gift of the West to family or friends. Sign up now at TheSunsetBox.com…

Sunset Page 60 Masa Harina Waffle While masa may not be an expected ingredient in waffles, it adds an extra crunch and chew that is unlike that of all-purpose flour. Here, Jorge Gaviria asked pastry chef Jess Stephens (of Empellón and Onda restaurants) to develop a sweet treat you’ll be sure to revisit. MAKES 4 WAFFLES 3 egg whites3 Tbsp. sugar2 cups buttermilk1 egg yolk6 Tbsp. butter, melted1 ½ cups all-purpose flour1 cup masa harina2 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. salt 1. Whip the egg whites and sugar until medium-stiff peaks form.2. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg yolk, and melted butter until evenly combined.3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, masa harina, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.4. Alternate whisking in ½ cup water…

This month: Steamboat Springs, Colorado The insider: Victoria Ohegyi, marketing director for Hala Gear SUP STAY: Located within walking distance of downtown, Mariposa Lodge Bed and Breakfast is a “cozy, family-run bed and breakfast that offers charming private suites adorned with timeless Western decor and homemade quilts,” Ohegyi says. “Beth, the host, works directly with local agricultural producers when designing her full breakfasts, promptly served at 8 a.m. every morning. EAT: Yampa Valley Kitchen offers seasonal breakfast and lunch with “unique twists on the classics,” like a Reuben with Yampa Valley-raised wagyu and kimchi. DRINK: “If you’re looking for a true, local experience, definitely stop at Sun  pie’s. It’s located directly on the Yampa River.” Paddlers stop in after (or sometimes while) “floating to grab stiff drinks and quick, Cajun-style food.” SHOP:…

A HIGH-EFFICIENCY FRONT-LOADING WASHER Space-saving, stackable, front-loading machines from LG have been the gold standard in efficient laundry devices for decades now, and the technology keeps improving. The brand’s top model, the WM3900HWA, can handle larger loads—up to 20 lbs. of laundry—which only further reduces water consumption. VISIT LG.COM FOR RETAILERS; APPROXI-MATELY $950 FLUME LEAK DETECTOR According to the EPA, the average American family wastes up to 9,400 gallons of water a year on leaks from broken irrigation systems, or hidden in some other hard-to-find spot in the house. Invest in Flume detectors, compact devices about the size of a small smoke alarm that monitor water use and can help identify leaks, save water, and monitor your home’s water usage on a room-to-room basis. You’ll finally be able to prove…

4 SAINTS Executive Chef Ysaac Ramirez recently took the helm of this rooftop restaurant at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs, where you can expect Latin influences on Southern comfort food. Think branzino with poblano crema, and brioche lobster roll with paddlefish caviar. 4SAINTSPALMSPRINGS.COM BAR CECIL Dive into the deviled eggs and caramelized onion tart at this romantic spot before finishing with pasta. If you’re so bold, order the The Fifty Dollar Martini. BARCECIL.COM BOOZEHOUNDS This pet-friendly restaurant with an expansive outdoor patio is the perfect perch for your pooch. The decor is surprisingly elegant but the type of mid-century modern vibes for which the city is known. BOOZEHOUNDSPS.COM CAFE LA JEFA You’ll find Sisters, Oregon-roasted beans at Erika and Mike Flannery’s coffee shop, where pastries and buttermilk biscuits abound. You…

Amassive smoker sits on the back porch of a little red homestead cabin at the base of the hill that’s home to the Alila Ventana Big Sur. Oak smoke perfumes the air, rays of sun cutting through it at dramatic angles as hawks whirl overhead. Folks sit on the porch soaking in the Big Sur vibes, tucking into plates of tender brisket and collard greens, fueling up as they make their way along this iconic stretch of the California coast. This is Big Sur Smokehouse, just the kind of picture-perfect spot you’d want to while away a leisurely lunch in this part of California where time stands still. When it opened in 2019, Big Sur Smokehouse was big news. Alila Ventana painstakingly restored the 1887 cabin, installed an open kitchen,…

If you’re lucky enough to have visited Reem Assil’s corner bakery and restaurant, Reem’s California in San Francisco’s Mission District, you know the delightful culinary conundrum of trying to figure out just exactly which of the mezze to order. For many, store-bought baba, hummus, and other Middle Eastern dips have become the reliable last-minute dinner savior, the backyard cookout mainstay, and the savory anchor of impromptu summer parties, but each and every one of Assil’s is next-level and worthy of slowing down and treating as an event in and of itself. For those of us not lucky enough to live near Reem’s California, the esteemed Oakland-based Syrian-Palestinian chef has just published a new magnum opus cookbook and culinary memoir Arabiyya: Recipes from the Life of an Arab in Diaspora ($35;…

This month: Santa Fe, New Mexico The insider: Fernando Olea, chef at Sazón EAT: For casual fare, head to Tomasita’s for “classic Northern New Mexican cuisine,” including “the best frozen margaritas and swirls” (or a margarita with sangria). Keep the party going at Maria’s New Mexican Kitchen, where you’ll find 150 different margaritas. More formal options abound at Geronimo Restaurant, a landmark with “elegant decor and romantic ambiance.” Stop by Restaurant Martín to experience James Beard nominated chef Martin Rios’ “progressive American cuisine.” STAY: The Inn of The Five Grac  es is “a beautiful boutique hotel” just blocks from the plaza where each room is “uniquely decorated.” The newly remodeled Inn and Spa at Loretto hotel is “located next to the historical Loretto Chapel, and the staff offers “great personal attention…

This month: Homer, Alaska The insider: Emma Teal Privat and Claire Neaton, co-founders of Salmon Sisters STAY: “Recharge and get inspired by nature” at the family-owned Kachemak Bay Wilderness Lodge. “It’s an intimate and remote experience in one of the most peaceful, wild, and spectacular ocean and mountain settings.” You can also stay in “charming cottages by the sea” at Seaside Farm, home to an organic working farm, or stay a bit further away from town but opt for a luxury spa experience at Alyeska Resort. Public-use cabins are also available by water taxi in Kachemak Bay State Park. EAT: The Bagel Shop is a “local mainstay with the best bagel sandwiches.” Try the wasabi lox. Stop by Two Sisters Bakery for a “sticky bun and ham and cheese savory,” or…