Author Archives: Sarah Yang

These Best New Horror Books Aren’t for the Faint of Heart

If you’re the type of person who looks forward to spooky season and all that this entails—visiting haunted houses or attractions, watching scary… Read More

This Island Retreat Is a Relaxing Escape from the City

Sometimes simple is best, and this retreat on Orcas Island, Washington, is proof of that. Designed and constructed on a tight budget for the… Read More

How a Professional Organizer Color-Codes Every Closet (and Why It’s Important)

From bookshelves to closets, color-coding instantly makes your home feel more curated and clutter-free. To better understand its benefits and how to get started… Read More

5 Simple Rules to Getting Quiet Luxury Right, According to Interior Designers

It’s up for debate whether quiet luxury will continue its reign, but modern-minimalists continue leaning into the trend.   “If ‘quiet luxury’ were a person,… Read More

5 Clever Ways to Score a Nearly-Impossible Dinner Reservation

If you want to dine at one of the best restaurants on the West Coast, patience is a virtue. Trust me, I should know. Read More

Inside Boot Barn’s ‘Gothic, Sexy Western’ Corporate Office

When you think of a corporate office, “sexy” or “stylish” doesn’t really come to mind. But Boot Barn’s corporate headquarters in Irvine, California, will make… Read More

How This Environmental Advocate Is Using Trees to Rebuild West Maui

Kenneth Duane Sparkman is the embodiment of an advocate and arborist, focusing his life’s work on landscape management and preserving the watersheds of Maui. So… Read More

The 6 Questions Every Real Estate Expert Asks Potential Homeowners

The real estate market has good and bad news for potential homeowners. Let’s start with the latter: Mortgage rates are chilling in the mid-6% range,… Read More

This 1913 Seattle Craftsman Feels Effortlessly Lived In

There wasn’t anything seriously wrong with this five-bedroom, two-bathroom classic Craftsman in Seattle—in fact, it was downright idyllic. Read More

These Will Be the Most Popular Paint Colors in 2026

It can be hard to believe that we’re already taking a peek at 2026 predictions, yet here we are. The paint companies have gotten it… Read More

Here’s How Designers Add More Personality to Their Homes

Your home tells a story, but is it telling one that’s authentic to you, your family, and your experiences? It’s easy to get lost in… Read More

5 Home Upgrades That Are on Sale Right Now on Amazon

When it comes to small home appliances and gadgets, I refuse to pay for them at full price. My thinking is, they’ve got to go… Read More

7 Kitchen Design Trends Chefs Say Are Totally Bogus

It’s no secret the kitchen is the heart (and stomach) of any home, but it’s also one of the most meticulously designed rooms out… Read More

You’ve Never Seen ADUs Like These Before

It’s time to challenge old ideas about standard garage renos and stretch the boundaries of how an ADU functions. Take a look at these designs for… Read More

Why You’re Going to See Fat-Washed Cocktails Everywhere This Fall

Move over, martinis and spritzes: Come fall, it’s all about ordering a fat-washed cocktail. While the mere phrase “fat-washed beverage” might conjure visions of… Read More

31 of Our Best Breakfast Recipes to Jumpstart Your Mornings

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but sometimes it can be an afterthought, especially when it’s a busy morning… Read More

This Austin Home Doubled in Size But Didn’t Lose Its Character

The 1,015-square-foot ranch-style house in Austin, Texas, had good bones and lots of potential. But its homeowners were in need of more space. They… Read More

The Best Things You Can Buy for Your House This Fall

Like the design nerd that I am, one of my favorite parts of a new season is browsing the latest offerings from home decor stores. Read More

Pinterest Says Gen Z Is Bringing Back Art Deco Decor—Here Are 5 Designer Favorites

From ‘90s low-rise jeans to ultra-thin Y2k sunglasses, Gen Z has brought back a number of trends from decades past. And now, they’ve revived a… Read More

Bad Remodels Stripped This Kitchen of Its Character, But a Big Makeover Brought It Back

The kitchen in this one-bedroom, one-bathroom Victorian apartment in San Francisco looked “a bit like a hospital,” says Allie Allen of… Read More

This Charming Small Town on the Sonoma Coast Is a Total Hidden Gem

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 shop. Read More

Yes, You Can Grow Your Own Cocktails (Sort of)—Here’s How

From cold-weather crops to cozy cocktails, sisters Venise Cunningham and Belinda Kelly are helping gardeners across the West pour a little more purpose into their… Read More

What a Professional Organizer Thinks You Should Do with Inherited Clutter

When a loved one passes away, the grieving process is rarely linear. Among the most emotional tasks is taking on precious belongings and determining what… Read More

This ADU Was Designed to Be a ‘Little Sister’ to the Main House

The main goal when it came to the design of this 800-square-foot ADU was to make it feel like a natural extension of the… Read More