Author Archives: Sarah Yang

These Coastal Design Tips Are Straight out of a Nancy Meyers Movie

Life might be a beach, but decorating your home to look like one can is no easy feat. While fish, shells, and lots… Read More

Say Goodbye to Summer and Welcome Fall with These Recipes

September is the sweet spot between summer’s grand finale and fall’s cozy comfort. As temperatures cool and farmers’ markets start overflowing with fresh harvest… Read More

A 100-Year-Old Tudor House Gets a Much-Needed Update But Doesn’t Lose Its Character

This 1926 Tudor house in San Marino, California, had only a few owners in its lifetime, so it still had many of its… Read More

Ditch the Turf and Turn Your Lawn into the Dreamiest Meadow

There’s a reason so many Western gardeners are breaking up with the traditional lawn. It’s thirsty, high-maintenance, and for all the work it requires,… Read More

11 Decor Deals to Stock up on for Next Summer

Is it weird to say I’m already looking forward to next summer when this summer hasn’t even ended yet? And no, I’m not talking about… Read More

This Underrated Quirky Mountain Town in California Deserves a Visit

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

The 4 Design Flaws That Make Airports Way More Stressful

Double- and triple-checking you have your phone, wallet, keys, and ID. Pacing in the unbearably long TSA lines. Rushing to the gate as… Read More

How to Make the Perfect Burger, According to the Best Chefs in the West

We might have a hankering for burgers year-round, but there’s something about summer that beckons us to fire up the grill and… Read More

A Seattle Mid-century Condo Was Designed with Accessibility in Mind

Interior designer Shannon Adamson had such a trusted relationship with her longtime clients that they tapped her to help design… Read More

Is Pink the New Neutral? Here’s What Designers Really Think

The latest trend alert has us blushing: Pink dining rooms and living rooms are popping up all over the West, reports Lucy Condolora, founder… Read More

18 Fresh Summer Pasta Recipes to Make Before the Season’s Over

Yes, grill fatigue can be real. If you don’t want to fire it up for a meal right now, might we suggest pasta that… Read More

These Two Products Completely Changed My Outdoor Deck

Living in coastal Southern California, it’s no secret that we spend a lot of time outdoors. And after moving from a condo to… Read More

Choosing an Airport Outfit? 4 Chic (and Sensible) Rules Stylists Always Follow

Regardless of your destination, preparing for a flight of any length is usually paired with a long, often-exhaustive to-do list: Pack everything you… Read More

The Unique Design Detail That Every Kitchen Island Needs

An island is already a desirable feature in a kitchen—it can add more counter space, storage, and even a spot to sit. But… Read More

6 Excellent Grilling Accessories, According to the Pitmaster Pros

Grilling might seem like a quick and easy way to whip up a meal, but true barbecue buffs know the proper know-how and the… Read More

Idaho Was Just Named the Best State to Live in—Here’s Why

Looks like the Gem State really lives up to its name. Idaho was just crowned the Best State to Live In by… Read More

Water Meets Wilderness in This Stunning Montana Lake House

Many second homes are designed to be just that—second homes. But this house in Flathead Lake, Montana, was designed to eventually be the… Read More

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