Author Archives: Sarah Yang

This Is the Smartest Way to Water Your Garden (And It Will Save You Time and Money)

This article is part of our new 8-week, limited edition newsletter series, The Low-Water Gardening Guide, where we’ll walk you through what it takes to… Read More

I’m Moving My Dining Room Outside—Here Are My 5 Rules for Indoor-Outdoor Living

Join lifestyle contributor Camille Styles as she and her family transform a 1950s Malibu beach bungalow into their dream retreat—and in the process, discover a… Read More

Bald Eagles Causing Construction Delays? It Happened with This Stunning Modern House in the San Juan Islands

Nature really dictated the development and construction timeline for this house, located on Washington’s Lopez Island (which is part of the San Juan Islands). Read More

Why You Need to Bring Your Houseplants Outside Now—Here’s How to Do It Right

It should come as no surprise that before he became a social media “plantfluencer” with a thriving plant styling business, multiple books to his name,… Read More

How to Visit Jackson Hole Like a Local

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,… Read More

These Are the 3 Things You Need to Do When Painting Your Home’s Exterior (Plus, What Not to Do)

When my husband and I bought our home, we knew we wanted to paint the worn, slightly mismatched exteriors. From afar, the tan paint, black… Read More

These Airlines Have the Best Frequent Flyer Programs

Having status on an airline can make a big difference, and some people are obsessed with maintaining it. Why blame them? When you have top-tier… Read More

These Are the Best Places to Buy a Home in the U.S. (and Watch Its Value Grow)

Even if you aren’t looking for a house right now or not paying attention to the real estate market at all, you probably know that… Read More

How Water Therapy Can Help You Heal

As the founder of Sefari and one of the Masters in Residence at select Auberge properties, Jobi… Read More

The Answer to the Prettiest DIY Bouquets? Your Vegetable Garden

The trend of growing your own flower factory is nothing new. In fact, with heirloom seed varieties readily available from many of the West’s… Read More

This Historic 1913 Los Angeles Craftsman Looks Preserved in Time (and That’s a Good Thing)

People who inhabit historic homes have a responsibility of sorts to preserve its past—and for good reason; these types of houses and buildings can… Read More

5 Things You Need to Know Before You Plant a Vegetable Garden

Say you’ve jumped into gardening full throttle, planted your raised beds, and then you have… problems. Who you gonna call? May I suggest… Read More

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Organizing Your Kitchen Pantry

Keeping an organized kitchen can be no easy feat, whether you live alone or have a house full of kids. Even when I used… Read More

These Are the Most Popular Renovation Projects, Hands Down

When it comes to prioritizing rooms in the home to renovate, people are putting their kitchens and bathrooms at the top of… Read More

How Oregon Is Leading the Way in Sustainable Travel

Looking out over the rolling green hills dotted with lush Douglas fir and vineyards, I swirl my glass, take in the aromas, and sip. Immediate… Read More

Here’s Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Saving Rainwater

This article is part of our new 8-week, limited-edition newsletter series, The Low-Water Gardening Guide, where we’ll walk you through what it takes to create… Read More

IKEA’s Big Spring Sale Is Happening Right Now—These Products Are Worth Shopping

I don’t know about you, but my email inbox has been overflowing lately with spring sale reminders. It’s both exciting and annoying, because one,… Read More

Tour a Luxury Lake House Inspired by Minecraft

Architect Ryan Stephenson has had clients come to him with plenty of dream-house visual aids. They’ve arrived with sketches, tear sheets… Read More

This 1950s Time Capsule Home Was Transformed into a Scandinavian-Inspired Retreat

Originally this 1950s home in Newport Beach, California, didn’t see much change throughout the years. And there are pros and cons to that, of… Read More

17 New Trader Joe’s Spring Products You Need to Know About

Spring is officially here, which means for Trader Joe’s fans the first thing that probably pops up in their minds is, “What are… Read More

Considering a Low-Water Cactus Garden? This Is What You Need to Know First

This article is part of our new 8-week, limited edition newsletter series, The Low-Water Gardening Guide, where we’ll walk you through what it takes… Read More

Tour a 1930s Silver Lake Home That’s Now an Ode to Iconic Sea Ranch Modernism

If you’re an architecture buff, you most likely know about Sea Ranch, the residential community that was built in the 1960s along a 10-mile… Read More

20 New Books You’ll Want to Put on Your Spring Reading List ASAP

Spring is officially underway and you know what that means… new books to read and/or put on your TBR (To Be Read) list. This… Read More

This Must-See Spring Garden Event Always Sells Out—Here’s How to Get Tickets

If there’s one thing we can count on, it’s being completely inspired by the landscape design showcased during Theodore Payne’s… Read More