Author Archives: Sarah Yang

This Is the Absolute Best Way to Start Seeds for Your Garden (And Get Your Plants to Grow Strong and Healthier)

Spring is upon us and so is the thrill of getting our gardens back in action! Whether you’ve already started a tray of seeds… Read More

This San Diego Weekend Itinerary Is All About Relaxation

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink,… Read More

IKEA Is Having a Huge Bedroom Sale Right Now—These Are the Best Deals

Ahh sleep, an elusive thing for so many people. In fact, not getting enough sleep is a common problem for many Americans—the… Read More

Starbucks Will Soon Start Adding Olive Oil to Its Coffee—Here’s Where You Can Try It First

Olive oil and coffee doesn’t really seem like a natural combo, but Starbucks wants you to give it a try. The coffee chain just… Read More

This San Francisco Edwardian Is a Master Class on How to Update an Old Home Without Stripping Its Character

An old home inevitably means there’s going to be some modern updates needed. But the real challenge when it comes to renovating older homes is… Read More

A Contemporary Pacific Northwest House Gets a City-Style Glow-Up

Angular and open, with soaring ceilings, cherrywood cabinetry, metal railings, and glass tile accents, Northwest Contemporary houses built in the aughts have a distinct, and… Read More

These Are the Only Presidents’ Day Sales Worth Shopping This Weekend

I don’t have to tell you that Presidents’ Day weekend is a good one for deals. You probably have gotten enough emails in your inbox… Read More

Want a Garden That Saves Water? This Newsletter Will Help

Sustainable gardens are all the rage, but what does it take to actually create one? We get it; even knowing where to start can… Read More

8 Surprising Must-Have Seeds for Your Vegetable Garden

No matter how long you’ve been in the garden game, seed catalog browsing can feel like an endurance sport. Equal parts exciting and anxiety-inducing,… Read More

This Homeowner Spent 20 Years Collecting Wood to Create His Dream House—Tour the Stunning Craftsman Bungalow

Rich Collins can point to any piece of wood in his house and tell you the story behind it. The Northern California Craftsman-style Aeroplane… Read More

The 11 Most Popular Cleaning Products on Amazon Will Turn You into a Joyful Neat Freak

If you think about, we really are in the golden age of shopping—online shopping, that is. It’s never been easier to get anything and everything… Read More

How Modern Architecture Actually Promotes Mindfulness

I was raised a modernist, but it was lost on me until I was an adult. In 1959, my grandparents had a house built… Read More

The Hidden iPhone Garden Hack You Need to Try

Honestly, what can’t you do with your phone these days? It’s a one-stop shop for pretty much everything—use it to organize your calendar, keep track… Read More

These Are the Only Wellness Trends You Need to Know About This Year

It’s always interesting to take a look at wellness trends and the evolution of them. Remember when it seemed like everyone was obsessed with… Read More

7 Steps to DIY Your Own Bouquet Like a Professional Florist

Sure, you can buy a beautiful flower arrangement at your local florist, or order one from many of the delivery services out there. But,… Read More

These 17 Last-Minute Finds from Trader Joe’s Will Save Your Valentine’s Day

If Valentine’s Day “snuck up” on you this year (aka you forgot), you can still celebrate and treat your significant other to something special without… Read More

This Is What Happens When Two Empty-Nesters Go the Luxurious Route—Pure Design Eye Candy

Homeowners Shawn and Gina Lannen were ready to give their first home as empty-nesters the luxury treatment. Cue interior designer… Read More

Good News, The Monarch Butterfly Population Is Growing in California

In a world where it seems that there’s a lot of not-so good news these days, here’s one bright spot: Researchers have announced that the… Read More

Avoid Cookie-Cutter, Sterile Design—These Are the Steps to Creating a Home with Soul

Join guest editor 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

This Airbnb Comes with Pottery Lessons from Seth Rogen—And It’s Only $42 a Night

Seth Rogen has been making a name for himself in the most unlikeliest of places—the design world—for the past few years through his cannabis home… Read More

This Yellowstone Home Has a Modern-Mountain Twist—and It’s Located in a Ultra-Private, Celeb-Filled Community

If you’re serious about skiing and exploring the great outdoors (and have more than enough funds), the Yellowstone Club is the… Read More

Some of the Most Spectacular Hot Springs and Saunas Are Located in the West—Here’s Proof

Throughout human history, the healing benefits of hot springs, saunas, and cold plunges have been celebrated for boosting circulation, reducing inflammation, and generally making… Read More

This Palm Springs Home Is the Ultimate Poster Child for Modern Spanish Revival Style

Some home renovations require just a few updates—like a remodel limited to the kitchen, or maybe even an interior paint job and some new flooring. Read More

Here’s How You Can Turn Your Ordinary Bathroom into a Spa Getaway

Can’t get to a spa or want to save money on expensive treatments? It’s never been easier to create your own relaxing sanctuary at… Read More