Author Archives: Sarah Yang

A Flight Attendant Shares the 6 Things She Wishes All Parents Knew Before Traveling with Kids

By now, I’ve taken more than 20 flights with my toddler, and yes, I’ve become a member of the Mile Cry Club. What’s that,… Read More

What to Make in August: Rainbow Tomato Bruschetta, Spicy Soba Noodles, and More

August is summer’s bittersweet finale—those golden days when the heat lingers but you can already feel the anticipation of what’s in store for… Read More

Tour the 300-Acre Northern California Farm That’s Been Committed to Native Plants for Almost 40 Years

In late summer, the fields outside Winters, California, are kaleidoscopic. There are rows of native grasses catching the light, wildflowers bursting in… Read More

A Venice Beach House Stuck in the 2000s Goes Back to Its Laid-Back Coastal Roots

When this 1922 beach bungalow in Venice, California, was renovated in the early 2000s, the designers really leaned into the era’s trends: crisp… Read More

5 Outdoor Decorating Tricks You Can Score from Your Favorite Hotels

Most West Coasters are spoiled with warm, beautiful weather year-round, but our outdoor spaces tend to have a magnetic pull during those summer… Read More

The Perfect Locals-Only Kona Itinerary

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

A San Clemente Beach House Where Seriousness Was Thrown out the Window

Interior designer Raili Clasen’s clients were familiar with her stylish and effortlessly cool beach house designs, and they wanted… Read More

Pacific Northwest Meets the Amalfi Coast in This Pool House

When a couple installed their long-awaited pool in the backyard of their modern farmhouse in Oregon City, Oregon, they knew a pool house would… Read More

Meet the Cocktail Pool, a Small-but-Mighty Addition to Your Exterior

There’s just something about sipping a cocktail by a body of water. Lake, bay, ocean… we aren’t picky. But when you’re far from… Read More

This Kitchen Went from a Big Pain Point to a Bright and Welcoming Family Hangout

A 2,300-square-foot San Francisco home with four bedrooms and four-and-half-bathrooms was charming yet dated all over, but the biggest pain point was its… Read More

From Pies to Focaccia, Make These Recipes Before Peak Blueberry Season Ends

Bountiful berries are one of the best things about summer. When it’s so easy to pick up a fresh carton at the farmer’s… Read More

‘Voicemails for Isabelle’ Is the Most Popular Movie on Netflix. Here Are the San Francisco Filming Locations You Can Visit.

In between bouts of some serious ugly crying, I noticed Netflix’s hit movie Voicemails for Isabelle told another love story between the film’s creator… Read More

This 1972 Sea Ranch Home Was an Untouched Time Capsule Until a Designer Gave It a Much-Needed Update

Sea Ranch, the coastal design utopia north of San Francisco known for its wind-swept bluffs and rustic-modern charm, has been a destination to… Read More

Lost Your Passport While Traveling? Before You Panic, Do This.

Nervous travelers can tell you there are a lot of things that can go wrong on a flight. What if there’s severe turbulence?… Read More

After a Sold-Out Run, This Luxury Bedding Brand Is Back at Target

It’s no surprise that when Parachute launched a collection at Target last year, it sold out. Who wouldn’t want to get… Read More

Can You Really Score a Late Checkout? An Expert Breaks It Down

Whether you’re kicking it by the pool, enjoying the wine wall, or taking full advantage of the spa, there are some hotels… Read More

4 Clever Tips to Score an Upgrade on Your Next Flight

Even if you’re sandwiched in the middle seat, you have to admit there’s something inherently glamorous about flying. Catapulting into the air only… Read More

29 Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert Ideas to Keep You Cool All Summer Long

When summer heat calls for something sweet and refreshing, nothing satisfies quite like ice cream—especially when you’ve made it yourself. Sure, you can… Read More

One of the Best States to Be a Renter Is… Arizona?

Many people choose to rent instead of buy for a variety of reasons: cost, convenience, flexibility, lifestyle, and more. But much like there… Read More

A Mid-Century Home Used to Double as a Psychiatry Office—Now It’s Reimagined for a Growing Family

This mid-century home has an interesting history. Located in Seattle’s Matthews Beach neighborhood, it was designed by Anna Williams and built by… Read More

Buying a Rug? 4 Crucial Rules Designers Always Follow

Want to style a space that feels equal parts cohesive and cozy? Turns out, the answer is lying right underneath you. There are so… Read More

This Disneyland Ride Is Finally Back—But Visitors Are Complaining About One Significant Update

After a nearly two-month-long hiatus, the beloved Pirates of the Caribbean ride is back in action and…better than ever? During its refurbishment,… Read More

This Laid-Back California Surf Town Just Got a Luxury Boutique Hotel

Santa Cruz has always had sweet waves, and now it has a hotel to match. The new La Bahia Hotel… Read More

5 Artwork Mistakes That Could Actually Make Your Home Look Cheap

A picture’s worth a thousand words, so why not let a carefully curated selection of art do all the talking in your home?… Read More