Author Archives: Sarah Yang

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

This Young Couple Moved into a 40-Foot Boat with Zero Sailing Experience—Here’s What They Learned

When Lindy Lenix and Jeremiah Bernheim untethered from their routines and set out on a 400-nautical-mile… Read More

Inside a Multigenerational Lake House with Classic Americana Vibes

If you were to picture a quintessential Americana lake house, this Pacific Northwest home might come close to what you’re imagining. That timeless… Read More

Our Editors Found the Best 4th of July Deals Worth Shopping Right Now

The 4th of July weekend isn’t just about fireworks and barbecues—it’s also a major shopping event. Many retailers are clearing inventory ahead… Read More

Inside a Kitchen Makeover That Proves Green Really Is a Neutral

Originally for this kitchen makeover in a 1941 San Francisco Spanish Revival house, the clients envisioned a pretty, yet neutral look with oak… Read More

From No-Cook Recipes to Stone Fruit Desserts, Here’s What to Cook in July

Cooking July is red hot—both in literally and figuratively. In a literal sense, it’s hot out, so you probably are gravitating towards lighter fare… Read More

A Parent’s Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Downtown San Diego

The New York Mets have played the San Diego Padres at Petco Park every year since we moved to California, which means my Long… Read More

These 6 Americana-Inspired Decor Items Celebrate America’s 250th with Style

It’s tempting to call it an Americana summer, but the return of the red, white, and blue color combination dates back to the beginning… Read More

6 Things You Need to Know Before Installing New Windows

Corroded, worn-out windows could be hindering your lifestyle or the resale value of your property. And while it’s a daunting task, real… Read More

These Summer Salads Make the Most of the Season’s Best Produce

Summer may be prime grilling season, but we’d argue that it’s also prime salad season. Fresh produce abounds: juicy tomatoes, sweet… Read More

How a Downsizing Couple Designed Their Floating Home to Embody Pura Vida

With their two adult children out of the nest, architect Paul Wanzer of Hoshide Wanzer Architects and his wife were… Read More

This Is the Most Popular Outdoor Design Feature Right Now

When’s the last time you partied on your patio? In its sixth annual Outdoor Living Trend Report, the landscape… Read More

The Deals Our Editors Will Be Shopping This Amazon Prime Day

Get ready for one of the year’s biggest shopping events: Amazon Prime Day! It’s going on from June 23-26 and… Read More

These Are the Best Beach Umbrellas, According to Our Editors

More beaches are restricting canopies and tents in favor of umbrellas—and Laguna Beach is one of them. As of May 26, 2026, only umbrellas… Read More

These Classic Cocktails Taste Better with Tequila

When you think of tequila, you probably think of margaritas. But there’s so much more to the agave spirit than that. In fact,… Read More

Here’s What You Need to Know If You Ever Have an In-Flight Medical Emergency

Picture this: You’re in the middle of a cross-country journey—enjoying a light snack or watching a movie—when a flight attendant commands the… Read More

This California City Was Ranked the Best Place to Raise a Family for the Fifth Year in a Row

Fremont, California, is home to happy families and happy people overall—at least, according to WalletHub. The personal finance site just… Read More

An Ugly, Non-Working Chimney in This Kitchen Couldn’t Be Removed—Here’s the Clever Way It Was Disguised

Normally a chimney or fireplace is a design feature you don’t want to get rid of since it can bring some character into… Read More