Author Archives: Sarah Yang

People Are Apartment-Maxxing—Here’s Why It Works in Any Space

There’s space-saving, and then there’s apartment-maxxing. The emerging suffix -maxxing has attached itself to a number of words—shine-maxxing, sleep-maxxing, and now, apartment-maxxing. A… Read More

This Upcoming Disneyland Day Promises Free Merch and Perks for Guests

The Happiest Place on Earth is counting down to a day designed for the biggest Disneyland devotees. Dubbed “The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in… Read More

Late Summer Is Actually a Make-or-Break Time for Your Fall Garden—Here’s Your To Do List

Late summer gardens are bursting with color and flavor. From sun-warmed fruits to fragrant herbs, it’s a time to savor the harvest, tuck… Read More

How a Shondaland Producer’s House Went from Starter Home to Architectural Gem

When Shondaland producer Holden Chang and architect Juliet Chang bought their 1950s Culver City, California, home nine years ago, it… Read More

California State Parks Are Cracking Down on Reservation No-Shows

National Parks are embracing a relatively chaotic first-come access policy, but California State Parks are approaching reservations with much more rigidity. As of… Read More

Is This Canada’s Coziest Coastal Town?

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink, stay, and… Read More

This Is How Long You Can Keep an Opened Wine Bottle, According to Sommeliers

It doesn’t matter if you prefer red, white, or rosé, most wine drinkers have had to ask themselves the same daunting question: Did the… Read More

A Flight Attendant Shares the 6 Things She Wishes All Parents Knew Before Traveling with Kids

By now, I’ve taken more than 20 flights with my toddler, and yes, I’ve become a member of the Mile Cry Club. What’s that,… Read More

What to Make in August: Rainbow Tomato Bruschetta, Spicy Soba Noodles, and More

August is summer’s bittersweet finale—those golden days when the heat lingers but you can already feel the anticipation of what’s in store for… Read More

Tour the 300-Acre Northern California Farm That’s Been Committed to Native Plants for Almost 40 Years

In late summer, the fields outside Winters, California, are kaleidoscopic. There are rows of native grasses catching the light, wildflowers bursting in… Read More

A Venice Beach House Stuck in the 2000s Goes Back to Its Laid-Back Coastal Roots

When this 1922 beach bungalow in Venice, California, was renovated in the early 2000s, the designers really leaned into the era’s trends: crisp… Read More

5 Outdoor Decorating Tricks You Can Score from Your Favorite Hotels

Most West Coasters are spoiled with warm, beautiful weather year-round, but our outdoor spaces tend to have a magnetic pull during those summer… Read More

The Perfect Locals-Only Kona Itinerary

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink, stay, and… Read More

A San Clemente Beach House Where Seriousness Was Thrown out the Window

Interior designer Raili Clasen’s clients were familiar with her stylish and effortlessly cool beach house designs, and they wanted… Read More

Pacific Northwest Meets the Amalfi Coast in This Pool House

When a couple installed their long-awaited pool in the backyard of their modern farmhouse in Oregon City, Oregon, they knew a pool house would… Read More

Meet the Cocktail Pool, a Small-but-Mighty Addition to Your Exterior

There’s just something about sipping a cocktail by a body of water. Lake, bay, ocean… we aren’t picky. But when you’re far from… Read More

This Kitchen Went from a Big Pain Point to a Bright and Welcoming Family Hangout

A 2,300-square-foot San Francisco home with four bedrooms and four-and-half-bathrooms was charming yet dated all over, but the biggest pain point was its… Read More

From Pies to Focaccia, Make These Recipes Before Peak Blueberry Season Ends

Bountiful berries are one of the best things about summer. When it’s so easy to pick up a fresh carton at the farmer’s… Read More

‘Voicemails for Isabelle’ Is the Most Popular Movie on Netflix. Here Are the San Francisco Filming Locations You Can Visit.

In between bouts of some serious ugly crying, I noticed Netflix’s hit movie Voicemails for Isabelle told another love story between the film’s creator… Read More

This 1972 Sea Ranch Home Was an Untouched Time Capsule Until a Designer Gave It a Much-Needed Update

Sea Ranch, the coastal design utopia north of San Francisco known for its wind-swept bluffs and rustic-modern charm, has been a destination to… Read More

Lost Your Passport While Traveling? Before You Panic, Do This.

Nervous travelers can tell you there are a lot of things that can go wrong on a flight. What if there’s severe turbulence?… Read More

After a Sold-Out Run, This Luxury Bedding Brand Is Back at Target

It’s no surprise that when Parachute launched a collection at Target last year, it sold out. Who wouldn’t want to get… Read More

Can You Really Score a Late Checkout? An Expert Breaks It Down

Whether you’re kicking it by the pool, enjoying the wine wall, or taking full advantage of the spa, there are some hotels… Read More

4 Clever Tips to Score an Upgrade on Your Next Flight

Even if you’re sandwiched in the middle seat, you have to admit there’s something inherently glamorous about flying. Catapulting into the air only… Read More