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Spaces We Love

Thoughtful Boutiques Shaping Santa Ynez Homes Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Matt DeMarcus As homeowners settle into spaces, whether putting down roots or refining a well-loved retreat, local boutiques become part of the process. These are the shops people return to again and again, popping in between projects or revisiting when a room feels almost finished but not quite complete. They’re places to pause, ask questions, and recalibrate. Where inspiration often comes as much from...

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A Smarter Standard of Clean

A practical guide to maintaining a healthier, cleaner, and safer home without overcomplicating it Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by N/A Our homes are often designed with longevity in mind, but how they are maintained  also plays an equally important role in their performance over time. In recent years, many homeowners have begun reexamining everyday habits and products, not out of trend-following, but out of practicality: what supports comfort, preserves materials, and contributes to...

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Laid with Love

Creating spaces to gather, indoors and out Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Lena Ibarra Home is where life happens. It’s where barefoot mornings begin on cool floors, where families gather around kitchen islands, and where personal style quietly reveals itself in the details. In the Santa Ynez Valley, home often extends beyond four walls. It extends into outdoor kitchens, firelit patios, and evenings spent under open skies. Many of those spaces, both inside and out, share a common...

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Life Through a Lens

Following Love Through Every Chapter Article by Sara DeMarcus | Photography by Lena Ibarra Born and raised in the SYV, Lena Ibarra, of Lena Britt Photography, has spent years quietly documenting love in all its seasons... from nervous proposals and wedding days filled with emotion to the beautifully imperfect rhythms of family life. As a local photographer and trusted partner of this publication, Lena doesn’t just capture milestones; she preserves legacy. Her work tells the story of love as...