Author Archives: Sarah Yang

Should You Hire a Travel Advisor for Your Next Trip? 6 Questions to Ask Yourself First

Thanks to a number of apps, travel guides, and an entire internet of information waiting at your fingertips, it’s never been easier to plan… Read More

This Glamorous, Wallpapered Shack Puts the Chic in Chicken Coop

When it comes to dreaming up her perfect coop, Kate Richards—avid gardener, homegrown cocktail crafter, and wrangler of chickens—always starts… Read More

A ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Star System Explosion Is Coming Soon—Here’s How to See It

Of all the celestial happenings coming up this year, there’s one that might be the most exciting. For the first time in nearly 80 years,… Read More

Before & After: This Kitchen Had Plenty of Natural Light But Needed a Serious Style Upgrade

The kitchen in this 1970s William Rutledge-designed house in Mercer Island, Washington, had some good bones and an enviable asset: plenty of light. “The… Read More

Dopamine Decor Is the Happiest Home Trend of the Moment—Here’s How to Do It Right

When it comes to interior design, there’s a good chance you fall into one of two schools of thought: Sleek, pared-back minimalism or unapologetic… Read More

This Is the One Product People Buy the Most When Renovating

If you’ve ever undergone a home renovation, you know it involves making a lot of purchases. And in recent years, the median spends on… Read More

How to Have a Perfect Beachy Weekend in La Jolla, According to a Local Surfing Instructor

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

These 3 Southern California Metros Just Saw a Jump in Home Values

The housing market is in flux, as per usual, but there’s some positive news for Riverside, Los Angeles, and San Diego County homeowners:… Read More

5 Airport Etiquette Rules to Follow, According to Someone Who Works at One

Beach vacations, city vacations—heck, any type of vacation—might give you permission to pause the hustle and bustle of your everyday life and just… Read More

If You Sell Your House in This Month, You’ll Make Thousands More

The housing market has changed in the past couple of years so it’s no surprise that the strategies for buying and selling have changed,… Read More

A Historic 1910 Craftsman in Oakland Gets Updated for Modern Living

One of the drawbacks to old homes is they’re not exactly optimized for modern-day living. But that shouldn’t be a deterrent to enjoying the… Read More

If You’re Selling Your House, This Is What You Need to Do to Take Better Real Estate Photos

Back in 2021, Saturday Night Live aired an all-too-relatable skit about people fantasizing about their dream homes. But not every… Read More

Book a Table at These Next-Level Modern Korean Restaurants Now

Not long ago, the uninitiated may have identified Korean food with all-you-can eat barbeque or late night karaoke bar-hopping in K-Town. But these days, eager… Read More

Yes, You Can Get A Massive Plant at Costco For Under $30. But Should You?

The plant peeps of TikTok have been losing their minds over Costco’s plant offerings, and while scoring an 8-foot statement palm… Read More

This 3-Car Garage and Boathouse Has a Stunning Surprise Upstairs

Originally, the owners of a 2.8-acre property (which included a 3,200-square-foot primary residence) in Flathead Lake, Montana, were just hoping to build a new three-car… Read More

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Has Started—Shop These Editor-Approved Picks

To ring in the new season, Amazon is launching its first-ever Big Spring Sale, which runs from March 20 to March… Read More

19 Books That Will Be on Everyone’s Spring Reading List

The spring season brings beautiful blooms, the freshest produce, warmer and sunnier weather, and a lot of new books. To refresh your Want to Read list… Read More

You’re Probably Hanging Your Clothes Wrong—Here’s How a Professional Organizer Does It

Just as I finished refolding everything in my closet, I realized I probably needed to check in with professional organizer Amanda Titchenal about hanging,… Read More

12 Ways to Celebrate the Spring Equinox and Welcome a Brand New Season

The start of spring, aka the spring (or vernal) equinox, is a cause for a lot of celebration. The season means warmer weather, more… Read More

This Must-See Garden Event Is the Best Way to Get Native Plant Inspo for Your Yard

Every spring, native plant fans descend on L.A. for one of the most impressive displays of spectacular native gardens in the West. On April… Read More

These Are the 15 Best Bachelorette Party Destinations in the West

Whenever I think about a bachelorette party, the airplane scene from the movie Bridesmaids comes to mind. If Annie hadn’t imbibed after taking a sedative,… Read More

How to Get the Bedroom of Your Decor Dreams, According to the People Who Design Your Favorite Hotels

From a bolstered immune system and decreased stressed levels to feeling more energized, alert, and well… like yourself, a good night’s sleep is quite… Read More

11 Neutral Paint Colors to Update Your Home Before Listing It, According to a Real Estate Pro

Is there a way to make your home stand out and sell faster? San Luis Obispo-based residential real estate agent… Read More

These Are the Best Books to Add to Your Reading List, According to Librarians

Sure BookTok, newspaper and magazine reviews, and book sites are good places to get ideas for your “To Be Read” list, but probably the… Read More