Author Archives: Sarah Yang

From Rodeos to Wine Country to Flower Fields and Beyond, This Is the Essence of Western Travel

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West. These five experiences and destinations are the 2026 winners of the… Read More

From Mediterranean to Mexican to Modern Japanese, These Restaurants Are Worth the Trip

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West. These 28 restaurants are the 2026 winners of the Where to… Read More

Here’s Where to Drink Like a Local in the West

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West. These 11 bars, lounges, restaurants, and markets are the 2026 winners of… Read More

This 1920s L.A. Home Lost Its Charm After Modernizations, So a Designer Brought It Back to Its Roots

Previous renovations to this 1928 Tudor Revival home in Los Angeles had modernized it, making it easier for everyday life in the 21st… Read More

5 Tips for Turning an Awkward Slope into a Thriving Landscape

A slope can feel like one of those classic garden headaches: too steep to mow, too awkward to plant, and somehow always one rainstorm away… Read More

My Son Attended a Hotel Kids’ Camp Designed for Toddlers—and It Was the Best Decision Ever

We’ve taken our son on dozens of trips over the past two and a half years, and each time, he’s looking for one… Read More

This Mill Valley Home Was Designed Around the Owners’ Art Collection

The homeowners of this 1948 Mill Valley house collect black and white photography so it was a given that those treasures would take… Read More

The Labor Day Sales You Don’t Want to Miss

Labor Day weekend isn’t just about barbecues, time off, and celebrating the unofficial end of summer—it’s also a major shopping event. Retailers are… Read More

A Wellness Expert Says Everyone Should Have a ‘Calm Corner’—Here’s How to Design One

Home is a retreat for so many of us, but there’s a growing trend of designing intentional spaces for self-care. Read More

Designers Are Sick of This One Lighting Trend That’s Been Everywhere

In the interior design world, there’s a fine line between an of-the-moment trend and one that’s officially overdone. Don’t believe us? Just… Read More

Halloween at Disneyland Is Here—Everything You Need to Know Before Your Visit

There’s nothing like Halloween at Disneyland—from the huge Mickey-shaped pumpkin on Main Street to the delicious eats and drinks to the transformation of… Read More

These Coastal Design Tips Are Straight out of a Nancy Meyers Movie

Life might be a beach, but decorating your home to look like one can is no easy feat. While fish, shells, and lots… Read More

Say Goodbye to Summer and Welcome Fall with These Recipes

September is the sweet spot between summer’s grand finale and fall’s cozy comfort. As temperatures cool and farmers’ markets start overflowing with fresh harvest… Read More

A 100-Year-Old Tudor House Gets a Much-Needed Update But Doesn’t Lose Its Character

This 1926 Tudor house in San Marino, California, had only a few owners in its lifetime, so it still had many of its… Read More

Ditch the Turf and Turn Your Lawn into the Dreamiest Meadow

There’s a reason so many Western gardeners are breaking up with the traditional lawn. It’s thirsty, high-maintenance, and for all the work it requires,… Read More

11 Decor Deals to Stock up on for Next Summer

Is it weird to say I’m already looking forward to next summer when this summer hasn’t even ended yet? And no, I’m not talking about… Read More

This Underrated Quirky Mountain Town in California 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 4 Design Flaws That Make Airports Way More Stressful

Double- and triple-checking you have your phone, wallet, keys, and ID. Pacing in the unbearably long TSA lines. Rushing to the gate as… Read More

How to Make the Perfect Burger, According to the Best Chefs in the West

We might have a hankering for burgers year-round, but there’s something about summer that beckons us to fire up the grill and… Read More

A Seattle Mid-century Condo Was Designed with Accessibility in Mind

Interior designer Shannon Adamson had such a trusted relationship with her longtime clients that they tapped her to help design… Read More

Is Pink the New Neutral? Here’s What Designers Really Think

The latest trend alert has us blushing: Pink dining rooms and living rooms are popping up all over the West, reports Lucy Condolora, founder… Read More

18 Fresh Summer Pasta Recipes to Make Before the Season’s Over

Yes, grill fatigue can be real. If you don’t want to fire it up for a meal right now, might we suggest pasta that… Read More

These Two Products Completely Changed My Outdoor Deck

Living in coastal Southern California, it’s no secret that we spend a lot of time outdoors. And after moving from a condo to… Read More

Choosing an Airport Outfit? 4 Chic (and Sensible) Rules Stylists Always Follow

Regardless of your destination, preparing for a flight of any length is usually paired with a long, often-exhaustive to-do list: Pack everything you… Read More