Author Archives: Sarah Yang

5 Rules for Adding More Color to Your Home

Perhaps it’s the emergence of butter yellow over the past few months, but all I can think about is how to incorporate more color into… Read More

The Only Amazon Prime Day Deals Worth Shopping, According to Our Editors

Amazon Prime Day is here! The shopping bonanza runs for four days this year, from July 8-11, and as always, there are deals on… Read More

A Tight, Dated Kitchen Was Creatively Reimagined for a Family of 6

The kitchen was the first priority in an extensive rebuild of a 1950s ranch house in Pasadena, California. The location of the home was… Read More

4 Minor Exterior Renovations That Can Transform Your Outdoor Space

It’s summer, which means we’re pulling off the exterior furniture covers, hauling items out of storage, and maybe considering a new summer project. If… Read More

5 Things to Do If You Get Injured on Vacation, According to a Travel Nurse

Traveling is a great way to break out of the daily grind and do something new, but life always has a way of sneaking up… Read More

Santa Cruz Is a Central Coast Gem. Here’s What to Do on a Weekend 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 shop. Read More

25 Delicious Sides and Desserts You Can Cook on the Grill

When it comes to entertaining a crowd alfresco, precious grilling space is normally reserved for the main event: burgers, hot dogs, ribs, steaks, seafood,… Read More

This Pacific Northwest Beach Cabin Was Transformed to Withstand Extreme Weather

This charming cabin on the shore of Camano Island, just 90 minutes from Seattle, had been in Mike Little’s family since the 1970s. “The… Read More

These Are the 4th of July Sales Our Editors Will Actually Be Shopping

When you get a break from grilling, swimming, watching fireworks, or whatever else you’re doing this 4th of July weekend, make sure to do… Read More

From No-Cook Dinner Ideas to Summer Fruit Desserts, Here’s What to Cook in July

We’re in the thick of summer right now, which means you’ve probably already fired up the grill a couple of times, made a couple of… Read More

A Tiny Bathroom Felt Like a Dingy Cave—Now It’s a Colorful, Whimsical Jewel Box

Guest bathrooms and powder rooms are, without fail, the best spots to take a huge design risk. Why? Well, their small footprint makes… Read More

5 Staples You Need for the Perfect Outdoor Dining Setup

Whether you’re hosting a casual backyard barbecue or an over-the-top outdoor dinner party, there’s one consistent focal point: the table. After determining your… Read More

This Modern-Day Rodeo Is Bringing Cowboy Culture to a New Generation

On a balmy day at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center on the edge of the sprawling expanse of Griffith Park, a new kind of rodeo… Read More

How to Price Your Home Correctly, According to a Real Estate Expert

In April 2025, a whopping 25 percent of listings on Zillow were given a price cut. This percentage marks a record-high… Read More

These Are the Best New Summer Products at Trader Joe’s

What’s new at Trader Joe’s this summer? A lot of sweet treats, picnic essentials, and even some summer skincare finds. Read More

Sip with Purpose: Iron Horse Vineyards Supports Coastal Conservation

Tucked away in the rolling hills of Northern California, Iron Horse Vineyards has long been a favorite for those who love… Read More

This 1950s Portland Home Leans Into Its Quintessential Mid-Century Style

Originally, the renovation project in this Portland mid-century house was limited only to the kitchen, but it quickly grew into a whole-house remodel. The… Read More

Everything You Need to Know About Tipping at Hotels

Imagine you’ve just checked into your hotel, grabbed your keys, and finally made it to your room. (It’s pretty nice, right?) Of course, you… Read More

Booking a Hotel? 5 Red Flags You Should Never Overlook

It doesn’t matter if you’re glamping near a national park or enjoying some much-needed R&R beachside, one thing’s for sure: A hotel can… Read More

How to Create the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen, According to Interior Designers

You don’t have to be an award-winning pitmaster to know that summer equals grilling season. So an easy way to whip up something… Read More

These Are the Most Anticipated Books of Summer 2025

There’s something magical about a summer read—the kind of book that pulls you in during a lazy afternoon on a hammock, or keeps you… Read More

The Summer Solstice Is the Longest Day of the Year—Here’s How to Celebrate It

The summer solstice is upon us, which means that it’s officially the start of the summer season for us in the Northern Hemisphere. If… Read More

Bar Issi Is Palm Springs’ Hottest New Restaurant Opening

While Palm Springs’ slow season is upon us, you’d never know it from the scene inside Bar Issi, the new… Read More

Inside Two Brewers’ Peaceful, Eco-Friendly Retreat in Sonoma County

Two pioneering brewers, Kim Jordan (who co-founded New Belgium Brewery and the climate solution advocacy organization, Mighty… Read More