Author Archives: Sarah Yang

You Can Stay in the House from ‘Up’ (And Yes, It Floats in the Air)

Airbnb has been behind some buzzworthy stays—remember the Barbie Dreamhouse from last summer? Or the Sanderson Sisters’ house from… Read More

This Eagle Rock House Is a Playful Take on Classic California Style

When Barrett Cooke, principal of design and architecture studio Arterberry Cooke, first started work on this Eagle Rock, California, house,… Read More

The 15 Best Babymoon Destinations Across the West

When my husband and I planned our babymoon last year, we prioritized three things: proximity to our home, good food, and a prenatal massage… Read More

This Is the Best Frequent Flyer Program of 2024

It pays to be loyal to an airline—status can get you perks like free checked bags, upgrades, priority boarding, lounge access, and more. Air… Read More

Here’s How the Big Realtor Settlement Will Change Home Buying and Selling

In mid-March, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reached a settlement with several groups of home sellers regarding rules on… Read More

Put Down the Coffee Mug, Here’s What a Gardener Really Wants for Mother’s Day

Many mamas have learned to not have high hopes when it comes to Mother’s Day gifting—to be honest a thoughtful drawing and any handmade… Read More

The Viral Grocery Shopping Method That Can Save You Time and Money

TikTok creator and chef Will Coleman has a viral hack for grocery shoppers who want to be a bit more efficient. Read More

This Designer Did Something Very Controversial to Her Eichler Home—But for a Good Reason

Interior designer Katie Monkhouse and her husband and two kids had been staying at her mother and stepfather’s Eichler home… Read More

Wind Down After Coachella and Stagecoach at These Ultra-Relaxing Wellness Retreats

After Coachella or Stagecoach, you’ve probably exceeded your daily step goal, stood for hours on end, danced your butt off, and maybe imbibed a little… Read More

Your Cutting Boards and Spoons Will Love This Easy DIY Wood Preserver

With the arrival of spring, we’ve got our nursery carts and hearts filled with bountiful expectations and experiments to tackle during the season ahead. Read More

How to Do Moab, According to an Outdoor Adventure Guide

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Read More

This Oakland Kitchen’s Makeover Was Inspired by the Homeowner’s Late Mother

This kitchen renovation in a one-bedroom, one-bathroom Oakland condo seemed like it was meant to be. Designer Gina Gutierrez of Gina… Read More

Trader Joe’s April New Product Lineup Was Made for People with a Sweet Tooth

Feeling like you’re in a grocery/meal prep rut? A trip to Trader Joe’s is always a good solution. You can count on the grocer… Read More

How to Make the Perfect Bed, According to Hospitality Pros

Katie Labourdette-Martinez and Olivia Wahler of Hearth Homes Interiors know a thing or two about setting up a cozy bedroom. For the… Read More

A Natural Disaster Happens While You’re Traveling? Here’s What to Do

When it comes to traveling, bad things come in threes—trust me, I should know. Over the past three years, I’ve had three idyllic staycations in… Read More

The One Area That Could Increase the Value of Your Home

Zillow is constantly sharing findings that can help both sellers and buyers better understand the real estate market. In their… Read More

This Common Pantry Staple Will Save Your Spring Garden

It’s the start of seedlings and transplant season in most of our gardens, and with every new plant comes hope, excitement… and inevitably some… Read More

6 Dos and Don’ts of Ordering Oysters, According to Pro Shuckers

Savory, salty, and downright slurpable, very few bites can beat a dozen oysters served on the half shell. Although chowing down on oysters… Read More

9 Bunk Bed Ideas That Are Anything But Juvenile

Want to make your small bedroom pull double duty? Sometimes, you’ll find the answer by simply looking up. Recently, interior designers have been making… Read More

This Is How Much You Need to Make If You Want to Buy a House in 2024

To no surprise to anyone, you’re gonna have to make more money to afford a house in 2024. Two new studies completed by Bankrate… Read More

Checkered Showers Are Currently Having a Moment (and There’s a Practical Reason Why)

Bathrooms have been long regarded as the ultimate sanctuary; a restful respite to brush your teeth, take a shower, and perfect your multi-step… Read More

This Luxurious Travel Trailer Has Better Interior Style Than Most Homes

Travel trailers have come a long way in terms of style and function. Some might even have better interior design than most homes. Take… Read More

This Is What You Should Do in Your Garden If You Have Chickens

Providing opportunity to forage or at least search for insects within some foliage is important for every chicken’s health and wellbeing. Free-ranging aside, there… Read More

This Dreamy Baja House Was Reimagined After It Was Destroyed by a Hurricane

The owner of this Baja California house had longtime ties to the area: “Our client and her late husband literally established this quaint surfer… Read More