Author Archives: Sarah Yang

Sellers Are Losing Their Advantage—Here’s What That Means for the Housing Market

Zillow recently reported that sellers are “losing their advantage” as the housing market moved into neutral territory this past July,… Read More

A 1930s Cottage Hadn’t Been Touched for 50 Years—See How It Was Modernized

This charming 1934 cottage in the Glenoaks Canyon neighborhood of Los Angeles had been in the same family for a long time and hadn’t… Read More

This Cozy Black A-Frame Is Mountain Retreat Goals

Here at Sunset, we’re big fans of the “Incredible Shrinking Dream House.” Photos of sprawling mountain houses and 10-bathroom ranches land in our inboxes daily,… Read More

5 Wine Hacks Pros Have Been Keeping a Secret Until Now

After painstakingly researching vintages—or interrogating your local wine shop on the very best varietal—you finally found it: The perfect bottle of wine for… Read More

The 6 Must-Haves for a More Organized Laundry Room, According to an Expert

Laundry is a never-ending task, and for many families, it may also be a point of contention. Older kids might start learning to take… Read More

4 Stylish Ways to Earthquake-Proof Your Home’s Design

There’s no questioning an earthquake’s ability to shake things up on the West Coast—literally—but what does your home décor have to do with… Read More

This Dramatic Home Makeover Is Proof You Don’t Need to Do a Full Demo

Sometimes you don’t need to a full-blown, down-to-the-studs renovation to achieve an impressive result. Interior designer Nureed Saeed of… Read More

These 6 Wellness Resorts Are the Ultimate Way to Reset

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

Book These Historic Hotels to Experience Next-Level Nostalgia

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

Immerse Yourself in Nature at These Camps, Lodges, and Hotels

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

Live Out Your Western Fantasies at These Rad Ranches

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

From a Natural Wine Bar to a Historic Saloon, Here’s Where to Drink in the West Right Now

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

5 Outdoorsy Adventures to Book This Fall

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

From an Iconic Beach Town to a Lakeside Getaway, These Destinations Will Appeal to Every Traveler

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

These Attractions Will Ensure Your Next Trip Will Be Far from Boring

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West, and this year we had another record-breaking number of entrants of the… Read More

These Are the Winners of the 2024 Sunset Travel Awards

Every time we sit down to judge the annual travel awards, we realize how spoiled for choice we are in the West. We… Read More

This Laundry Room Design Trick Will Make Washing Your Clothes a Whole Lot Easier

Laundry rooms can often be a neglected space, normally just a dumping ground for dirty clothes, or, if it doubles as a mudroom, a… Read More

These Are the Best and Worst Cities to Retire in the U.S.

Having enough money to live comfortably in your golden years is probably the biggest concern when it comes to retirement. When you have a… Read More

A Disneyland Attraction Is Closing After 12 Years

There’s a reason to feel sad at the Happiest Place on Earth: Disneyland is discontinuing the Red Car Trolley… Read More

The Real Reason Hotels Are Ditching Travel-Sized Toiletries

Home may be where the heart is, but a well-appointed hotel room is a close second. A plush robe? So snuggly. A bed… Read More

10 Things to Do in Your Garden Before You Put Your House on the Market

There’s a lot of work involved in getting your house ready to sell. Unfortunately most people only think of addressing the home’s interior… Read More

6 Ways to Embrace Fall in Your Home Right Now

In many parts of the country, you can basically sense the shift of seasons. More often than not, fall ushers in a gust… Read More

This Washington Craftsman Was Big on Charm, But Tight on Space—See How It Was Renovated

There were so many things to love about this original 1920s Craftsman home in Bellingham, Washington. It had charming architectural details and overlooked… Read More

The 21 Recipes You Should Be Cooking in September

Being in limbo isn’t usually ideal, but in this case, It’s actually pretty great. What we mean is that in September we’re in a… Read More