Author Archives: Sarah Yang

34 AAPI-Owned Brands That Are Made Right Here in the West

Each May marks Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which celebrates the accomplishments and impact members of this vast and vibrant… Read More

Flight Attendants Share Their Best In-Flight Food and Drink Hacks

It happens like clockwork: Once you’ve catapulted 30,000 feet in the air and reached a safe, cruising altitude, the real fun of your flight truly… Read More

These Are the Stealthiest, Most Stylish Ways to Hide Your TV

Let’s be honest: Having a television as the focal point of our living room or bedroom is all cozy movie nights and streaming marathons…… Read More

See How This Character-Less, Stucco-Encased Home Exterior Was Transformed into Architecture Eye-Candy

This San Francisco building, which consists of two residential flats, was built in the 1900s so it had gone through different renovations throughout the… Read More

Everyone Needs a Houseplant Emergency Kit. Here’s How to Build One.

We’ve all been there. A fern that flopped, a salvia in sad soil, and even a mighty monstera with too petite of a pot. Read More

The Owners Changed All 51 Windows in This Mid-Century Modern Home

This Buff & Hensman mid-century modern house had a lot to love at first sight. How could design buffs not be enamored with the… Read More

Animals Make an Unexpected Appearance at This Celebrity-Favorite Ranch

Tucked away in Montecito, San Ysidro Ranch is a getaway for Angelenos and travelers all over the world. The 550-acre property has welcomed… Read More

An Unusual Winter Storm in Hawaii Is Bringing Snow, Heavy Rain, and Potential Flooding

A rare May storm is brewing in paradise. While visions of swaying palm trees and gentle trade winds might come to mind when you think… Read More

Meet the Man Who’s Officiated Over 500 Micro Weddings

Iver Marjerison is a micro wedding officiant and planner who offers one-stop shop elopement packages for small weddings in the… Read More

25 Thoughtful Grad Gift Ideas That Won’t Disappoint

It’s time to celebrate the new graduate in your life! Whether they’re finishing up high school, college, or a graduate program, we’ve compiled a list… Read More

The 6 Top-Secret Spring Cleaning Tips Professionals Don’t Want You to Know

There’s something about spring that never fails to make us want to start anew. Flowers are blooming and animals are slowly crawling out of… Read More

The 9 Trends You’ll Be Seeing Everywhere This Spring and Summer

Another season, another lineup of trends. So what will be the next “coastal grandmother” or “mermaidcore” or “tomato girl” trend? The team at… Read More

How a Leaky, Dark, and Dated Bathroom Was Transformed Into a Spa-Like Space

This bathroom was the only bathroom in a one-bedroom Oakland, California, condo, so it really had to be functional for the client, a first-time… Read More

8 Practical Steps to Help You Finally Complete That Garage Purge

A garage is much more than a place to store your cars. It might be your home office, gym, or most commonly, a dumping ground… Read More

How to Deal with Turbulence Anxiety, According to Flight Attendants

I have a confession to make: Though I’ve traveled to all corners of the world—29 countries and six continents, to be exact—I’m absolutely terrified of… Read More

This Stunning San Francisco Townhouse Is ‘City’ in the Front and ‘Jungle’ in the Back

You don’t really think of mullets when it comes to design and architecture, but the hairstyle comes to mind (in the best way possible) when… Read More

Disneyland Ticket Prices Are Dropping as Low as $50 a Day This Summer—Here’s How to Get the Deal

As the summer approaches, Disneyland Resort is gearing up to welcome guests with a range of enticing ticket deals and entertainment experiences. Whether you’re… Read More

Airbnb Just Made Planning Group Trips So Much Easier

Planning group trips can be a big pain. There are a lot of opinions on where to go, where to stay, and what to… Read More

You Can Stay in the House from ‘Up’ (And Yes, It Floats in the Air)

Airbnb has been behind some buzzworthy stays—remember the Barbie Dreamhouse from last summer? Or the Sanderson Sisters’ house from… Read More

These New and Buzzy Books by AAPI Authors Should Be on Your Reading List

May is Asian American Pacific Heritage Month, which means it’s an extra special time to honor the achievements, traditions, and culture of the AAPI community. Read More

This Eagle Rock House Is a Playful Take on Classic California Style

When Barrett Cooke, principal of design and architecture studio Arterberry Cooke, first started work on this Eagle Rock, California, house,… Read More

The 15 Best Babymoon Destinations Across the West

When my husband and I planned our babymoon last year, we prioritized three things: proximity to our home, good food, and a prenatal massage… Read More

This Is the Best Frequent Flyer Program of 2024

It pays to be loyal to an airline—status can get you perks like free checked bags, upgrades, priority boarding, lounge access, and more. Air… Read More

Here’s How the Big Realtor Settlement Will Change Home Buying and Selling

In mid-March, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reached a settlement with several groups of home sellers regarding rules on… Read More