Our latest issue is here—and it’s merry to the maximalist! Guest Editor @martynbullard shares his West-meets-whimsy holiday playbook: festive cocktails, nostalgic pies, luxe gifts, and indoor-outdoor ideas that make the season shine. Grab it on newsstands, digital, or Apple+

Announcing the 2026 Sunset Best Product Awards! Honoring standout innovation in home, travel, wellness, and outdoor living. If you’re a brand designing for modern Western life, we want to see what you’ve been working on. Entries close 2/27. Learn more: https://t.co/YgZHyBaIgh

We’re working with @LockheedMartin to explore how quantum systems could enable new AI capabilities beyond classical approaches. This work could reshape how complex systems are designed across defense, finance, and pharmaceuticals.

Say hello to your new cooking MVP: the Sunset Ceramic Nonstick Pan. Perfect heat, PFA-free ceramic, and effortless cooking from omelets to salmon. Exclusively in the Premium edition of the Fall Sunset Subscription Box. Grab yours before they’re gone at https://t.co/mRB1vZ28bZ

Golden, fragrant, and a little magical—this Saffron-Infused Raw Honey comes from Peace and Plenty Farm, and is exclusively in the Premium edition of the Fall Sunset Subscription Box. Drizzle, stir, sip, or pair—grab the best in the West now: https://t.co/mRB1vZ28bZ

🏆 Best Color-Forward Tile: Pratt + Larson Bringing bold color to life with their made-to-order tiles. From iconic floral mosaics at PDX to custom designs, their work celebrates craftsmanship and creativity. Meet all our award winning makers now: https://t.co/PyECbnMVls

🏆 Best Fine Finishes: @Portolapaints Creating eco-friendly finishes that bring depth and character to any space. Their signature limewashes, crafted in LA, are a perfect blend of sustainability and beauty. Meet all the award winner makers: https://t.co/PyECbnMVls

🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award: @heathceramics Defining West Coast craftsmanship for over 70 years —Known for locally sourced clay and innovative firing techniques, their pieces are built to last a lifetime. Meet all our 2025 award winning makers now: https://t.co/PyECbnMVls

🏆 Best Artful Accessories: @unamalan Elevating every space with artisan-made home accessories that are true works of art. From sculptural lighting to custom chandeliers, her curated collection blends craftsmanship with elegance. See all 2025 winners: https://t.co/PyECbnMVls

🏆 Best Made-in-L.A. Seating: @CroftHouseLA Crafting custom sofas and chairs that embody timeless design and California’s relaxed vibe. Each piece is built to last, offering both beauty and durability. See all 2025 Sunset winners: https://t.co/PyECbnMVls

🏆 Best “Everybody Wants One” Kitchen Seating: Thomas Hayes Studio Blending bold international & midcentury design with California ease, creating iconic dining chairs and barstools that turn every meal into a dramatic event. See our 2025 maker winners https://t.co/PyECbnMVls

🏆 Best Classic Kitchen: Ali Henrie Design Creating kitchens that blend function and beauty. Soft neutrals, custom cabinetry, and thoughtful seating, these spaces provide a serene oasis where comfort meets craftsmanship. See all our winners now: https://t.co/TPKclMIdl3

🏆 Best Masterful, Minimal Kitchen: Heliotrope Architects Redefining minimalism with kitchens that combine form and function. Concrete, brick, stone & natural light create a space where simplicity meets elegance. See all kitchen design winners online: https://t.co/lyXbnzjZPN

🏆 Best Outside-the-Box Kitchen: Mandy Cheng Design Turning the kitchen into a vibrant, playful space that’s just as fun as it is functional. No more boring white quartz—only bold colors & personality for a space that’s perfect for cooking and hosting. https://t.co/lyXbnzjZPN

🏆 Best Timeless Kitchen Design: Audrey Scheck Design Blending earthy materials like fieldstone and shiplap with classic elegance —A perfect balance of timeless and modern that will last beautifully for years. See all our 2025 kitchen design winners: https://t.co/lyXbnzjZPN

🏆 Best Moody, Low-Light Kitchens: Heidi Caillier Design With Old World colors, rare Italian tiles, and antique marble sinks, she knows how to make every kitchen shine. See all 2025 Western Home & Design Award winners—on newsstands and online now: https://t.co/lyXbnzjZPN

🏆 Best Outdoor Living Room: Appleton Partners Transforming outdoor spaces into timeless retreats. Blending historic inspiration with modern elegance, creating sun-dappled courtyards and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions. See all Sunset 2025 winners: https://t.co/KVpTz9vOud

🏆 Best Lush, Layered Landscape: Christian Douglas Design Elegant, edible, abundant. This “food-forward” landscape approach blends classic beauty with regenerative ag to create thriving, gorgeous outdoor spaces. See all the 2025 winners: https://t.co/KVpTz9vOud

🏆 Best Kitchen Garden: Pine House Edible Gardens Beauty + bounty come to life with edible gardens that nourish body and soul. Sustainability, style, and serious garden-to-table vibes. See all the 2025 Sunset Western Home & Design Awards winners: https://t.co/KVpTz9vOud

🏆 Best Gold-Standard Garden: @innergardensinc Designer Stephen Block channels wabi-sabi beauty into timeless, soulful gardens. Vintage vessels + striking plantings = a West Coast dream. See all the 2025 Sunset Western Home & Design winners: https://t.co/KVpTz9vOud

🏆 Best Wine Country Wild: Lucas & Lucas This NorCal design duo creates homes that feel rooted in the land. Their seamless blend of bold architecture + natural beauty makes for unforgettable Wine Country living. See all 2025 landscape design winners: https://t.co/KVpTz9vOud