Author Archives: Sarah Yang

A Visit to a National Park Isn’t Complete without a Stay at One of These Camps

Longtime Sunset favorite and frequent Travel Awards winner AutoCamp has opened its newest design-forward outpost, AutoCamp Sequoia, just in time for summer. Read More

The Coolest Cruises You Can Take from the West Coast Right Now

Explore the wider world through cruises small and large, embarking from Western ports. Check out these exciting options below. Sail Oahu… Read More

This Is the Correct Way to Mix Design Eras and Styles

When you’re designing your home, you may find yourself at a crossroads. Like maybe your home is modern-minimalist, but you can’t stop thinking about… Read More

These Are the Best Real Estate Markets in the U.S. Right Now

Real estate can be a volatile industry with lots of ups and downs. In particular, the housing market has seen plenty of changes… Read More

The Dorm Decor and Furniture to Stock up on Before Move-in Day

One of the best parts of move-in day at college is getting to decorate your dorm room (or apartment, house… whatever your housing situation… Read More

This Striking, Compact Home Used to Be an Art Studio

This building in Seattle’s Leschi neighborhood has many past lives. Built in 1927, it used to be an art studio for impressionist painter… Read More

This Is How a Professional Organizer Would Keep a Tiny Home Tidy

If you live in a small space, you know it’s important to keep things tidy and to maximize every inch of space. Amanda Titchenal,… Read More

The Daily Wellness Ritual Courteney Cox Never Skips

For Courteney Cox, wellness isn’t about trends—it’s about creating rituals that make everyday moments feel special. From her Malibu backyard overlooking the ocean… Read More

Traditional Bathroom Tile Is Out—Here’s What to Do Instead

During my own home search and routine Zillow-ing, I’ve noticed a recurrent, quite distracting drawback: outdated bathrooms. Zillow recently shared… Read More

How to Create a Stunning Outdoor Space Like a Designer

Dara Caponigro is a celebrated design visionary known for her ability to bring authenticity and artistry into every space she touches. With a passion… Read More

Here’s How to Support and Protect Our National Parks

Earlier this year, the National Park Service laid off more than 1,700 employees, including 1,000 permanent staffers—many of whom were forest managers, EMTs,… Read More

A Basic Tract House Gets Infused with Charm and Character

Tract homes have a reputation for being “cookie-cutter,” but there are plenty of ways to give them personality, and this Moorpark, California, house is… Read More

This Bend, Oregon Property Gives off Major Summer Camp Vibes

When a California couple hired Napa Valley-based interior designer Julie Hawkins to help them create a holiday retreat in the… Read More

6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Downsize, According to a Real Estate Agent

“Downsizing” is a term often associated with senior citizens, but there’s really no specific group that fits the mold. Individuals who want to move… Read More

Experts Say These Are the Best States to Live In

What’s the best state to live in? It can be a heated and lively debate—many people are passionate about their home states and can’t… Read More

These Are the Best Ways to Explore the Channel Islands

Kenan Chan is a biological science technician and lead diver at the Channel Islands National Park, where he’s spent the past decade exploring… Read More

Here’s Why Motels Are Now the Coolest Places to Stay

We’re not going to sugarcoat it: Motels historically haven’t been your preferred type of travel lodging—and we kind of understand why. For years, these… Read More

The Shockingly Sweet Detail That’s Ruling Interiors Right Now

Goodbye, sleek lines. Right now, designers are thinking outside of the box with all-things scalloped. Over the past few months, we’ve spotted… Read More

These Are All the New Trader Joe’s Products You Don’t Want to Miss This August

Trader Joe’s is saying goodbye to summer with a lot of fun, unique, and tasty treats. The new products… Read More

10 Things You Need to Do in Your Garden Before Summer Ends

With temperatures shifting away from blazing hot in much of the West, now is the time to make the most of the end… Read More

Inside Dr. Althea: The Beauty Brand Bringing Calm, Restorative Skincare to the West Coast

Tucked within the ever-evolving beauty scene, Dr. Althea has been quietly cultivating a devoted West Coast following, one gentle, skin-restoring formula at a… Read More

This Blank Slate San Mateo Home Was Turned into a Playful, Eco-Friendly Space

Originally built in 1940, this San Mateo home was too small for its owners and their growing family. It had a lot of… Read More

This Underappreciated Wine Country Town 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 State of the Housing Market Has Forced Millennials to Get Creative

Perhaps we’ve ordered too many pieces of avocado toast, but my fellow millennials now represent the largest generation living with non-relatives. In Zillow’s… Read More