Author Archives: Sarah Yang

5 Steps to Creating a Visually Stunning Climate-Resilient Garden

Inspired by the legendary Ruth Bancroft Garden located in Walnut Creek, Designing the Lush Dry Garden… Read More

A Definitive List of All the New Trader Joe’s Fall Products

Trader Joe’s is great all year round, but it especially shines during the fall and holidays. The limited-edition seasonal finds and treats make… Read More

This Is How to Turn the Most Basic Dish into a Work of Art, According to a Chef

People say you should never judge a book by its cover, but let’s face it: When it comes to a good meal, that’s seldom… Read More

Two Families Decided to Share a Cozy California Beach House—Here’s How They Remodeled It

Two families (who are close friends) came up with the ultimate beach house hack: to build a beach “club” right on the sand… Read More

This Secret Formula Is the Key to Perfectly Layered Lighting

Ask any interior designer—or, okay, your friend whose TikTok feed is filled with DIY home hacks—and they’ll tell you light can make or break… Read More

Announcing the 2026 Sunset Western Home & Design Awards

For over 125 years Sunset has celebrated the people, ideas, and designers behind the adobes, A-frames, beach bungalows, modernist compounds, and ranch houses that… Read More

9 Fall Candles That Aren’t Cheesy at All, According to Designers

If summer’s all about lounging poolside and making the most of your backyard, autumn is your opportunity to head inward. It’s the… Read More

How Sardines (Yes, Sardines) Became the Ultimate Decor Accessory

Something fishy’s happening in the interior design world—literally. While tinned fish like sardines and anchovies have been typically been considered something we’d eat… Read More

How Often Do You Really Need to Dry Clean Your Clothing?

One question: When was the last time you took your clothes to get dry cleaned? Admittedly, I tend to wait until my garment bag… Read More

5 Common Mistakes Homeowners Make on Custom Orders—and How to Avoid Them

It’s easy to see why so many of us are drawn to custom furniture and decor. These one-of-a-kind items are exclusive and authentic, but… Read More

12 Must-Do Tasks for Your Fall Garden

Think beyond leaf piles and cleanup. This season’s checklist is all about planting with purpose, harvesting with heart, and setting the garden up to… Read More

Trust Us, These Flight Attendant-Approved Hacks Will Make Your Next Trip So Much Easier

For most savvy jetsetters, airplane travel can almost be boiled down to a science. You hurl your suitcase in the overhead storage… Read More

This Living Room Makeover Features a Plaster Sofa with Serious Style

When you think of a sofa, you might think of something traditional, like a three-seater or a sectional. But this living room makeover might… Read More

All the California Spots Meghan Markle Visited on ‘With Love, Meghan’

The second season of Meghan Markle’s Netflix show With Love, Meghan delivered with nostalgic snack inspo, visits from a number of celebrity guests,… Read More

7 Safety Rules Travel Experts Want Every Solo Female Traveler to Know

Can we be honest for a second? Jetsetting is always a great opportunity to get out of your comfort zone and experience a new… Read More

This Is the Most Important Priority in an Outdoor Space, According to a Designer

English-born interior designer and textile artist Peter Dunham shares his favorite indoor-outdoor indulgences. Read More

In Honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Add These Books to Your ‘Want to Read’ Shelves

It’s the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15), which is a time to “recognize and celebrate the many contributions,… Read More

This Victorian Kitchen Gets a Modern Update but Keeps Its Charm

The kitchen in a 1906 San Francisco Victorian house was extremely outdated, but definitely not in a charming, inspired way, interior designer… Read More

Disneyland Is Eliminating a Major Perk for Resort Guests

There are quite a few perks for people who book rooms at one of Disneyland’s many resorts, but one is on its way… Read More

A 1920s Altadena Home Perfectly Mixes Vintage, Patterns, and Functional Design

What do you do when your new home doesn’t necessarily warrant major renovations, but doesn’t really match your style? This was what interior… Read More

A Light-Filled Mid-Century Modern Austin House Was Restored Rather Than Demolished

A young family had made minor updates to their four-bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom Austin, Texas, home since they moved in 2013, but recently, they were… Read More

These Are the Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2025

There’s so much to love about fall: autumnal-inspired eats (pumpkin-spice lovers, rejoice), Halloween festivities, football, cozier weather, and a whole slew… Read More

Parachute Just Expanded Their Baby Collection to Elevate Your Nursery

Your baby’s nursery just got a lot more stylish. Popular bedding and bath brand Parachute recently added a bunch of new items to… Read More

It’s Official: Hawaii Is the Happiest State in the U.S.

It’s not like we need more confirmation that living in paradise will make you happier, but a new report from… Read More