Author Archives: Sarah Yang

Everything You Wanted to Know About Building a Gallery Wall—But Were Too Embarrassed to Ask

Some people say a picture’s worth one thousand words, but a gallery wall full of photos can tell the unique, dynamic story of your… Read More

Soon, You Can Experience a Free Fine Dining Experience in a Cadillac—Here’s How

Usually when you eat in your car, you’re probably having fast food or another quick-service option. But have you ever had a multi-course meal from… Read More

Sunset Magazine’s Historic Menlo Park Campus Is in Danger of Being Erased. Here’s What You Can Do to Help.

Sunset’s historic campus in Menlo Park, the former home of this storied magazine and media company, isn’t just a collection of buildings—it’s a physical embodiment… Read More

2 of the 10 Best Places to Live in the U.S. Are out West—and They Might Surprise You

The Mamas & the Papas were known for California dreamin’, and one specific neighborhood is reportedly among the best places to live in the country. Read More

7 Things You Must Do Before a Big Move, According to an Organizing Expert

Let me paint a picture of my current living situation: I’m surrounded by moving boxes, and my 16-month-old is wondering why they’ve swallowed up all… Read More

The Best Bedroom Lighting Inspiration Can Be Found in Hotel Rooms

If you have a thirst for adventure—and cross destinations off your “to visit” list faster than you can say “in-room dining”—you probably agree that… Read More

This 40-Year-Old IKEA Collection Just Got an Update

Since its founding in 1943, IKEA has been a staple in many homes, because of its sleek, modern, and most importantly, affordable furniture offerings. Read More

This Seattle Home’s Design Prioritizes Flow, a Connection to Nature, and Natural Light

A family of four had lived in their house in Seattle’s Hawthorne Hills neighborhood for years, but they were quickly outgrowing it—and another little… Read More

This Is the Best Week of the Year to Sell Your Home

Spring cleaning is a long-standing tradition, but there’s an unexpected item you may want to purge this season: Your home. According to a… Read More

A ‘Rest Corner’ Is the Trendiest Thing You Can Have in Your Home Right Now

Quiet luxury has extended into cozy nooks in your home, also known as rest corners. Pinterest is abuzz with ideas for these little… Read More

22 Recipes Where Fresh and Vibrant Spring Vegetables Are the Star

It’s time to take advantage of all the spring has to offer, especially the fresh produce that abounds this time of year. Veggies like… Read More

Amanda Gorman’s Poem ‘Smoldering Dawn’

Amanda Gorman is the youngest presidential inaugural poet in U.S. history, an award-winning writer, and cum laude graduate of Harvard University. Her books Change Sings,… Read More

Why California Is Still Worth Fighting For

From the foothills of Altadena to the coastal slopes of the Pacific Palisades, nature reminded us of its unbridled and overwhelming power in a single,… Read More

A Helicopter Firefighter’s View From Above

Battalion Chief Sean Ketchum has been with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, also known as Cal Fire, since 2001. He’s worked on… Read More

Alison Martino’s Reflections on Loss

Alison Martino is an L.A. historian, writer, television producer, on-air news reporter for Spectrum News Channel 1, lifelong resident of the city, and founder of… Read More

This Denver House Will Transport You to the English Countryside

Why travel all the way to the English countryside when you can bring the English countryside to you? That was the idea behind this… Read More

From Traditional to Modern, Here Are All the Ways You Can Decorate Your Table for Easter (and Spring!)

It’s time to hop to it if you want to get started on decorating for Easter. This year, the decor possibilities are endless, from… Read More

These Are the 9 Most Luxurious All-Inclusive Resorts Across the West

Vacationing in the western United States is at the top of the list for locals and visitors alike, and there are plenty of ways to… Read More

This Color Trend Is Having a Moment—Here’s How to Do It Right

During a recent Instagram scroll, I came across a trend alert. Interior designer Lindye Galloway of The Lindye Galloway Studio… Read More

The Freshest and Most Delicious Recipes You Can Make This April

April is time to really take advantage of all that spring has to offer, especially when it comes to food. Spring produce is peaking and… Read More

The 3 Things You Can’t Miss While Spring Cleaning

There’s no shortage of spring cleaning tips out there, but what about the spaces you might not realize you’ve missed? We turned to three… Read More

An 8-Point Plan for Preserving and Redefining L.A.’s Architectural Legacy

“I drive on her streets because she is my companion. I walk through her hills because she knows who I am.” These words, sung by… Read More

Inside a Seattle Home Designed for Family Functionality

When you add kids to the mix, your home needs to work a little smarter for you, adapting to the whole family’s needs. That… Read More

11 Things California Can Do Better

California has long been a beacon of culture and innovation, a place of invention and reinvention where people of every stratum come to live, work,… Read More