Author Archives: Sarah Yang

You Don’t Want to Miss a Fun-Filled Trip to This Town North of San Diego

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… Read More

6 Dos and Don’ts You Should Always Follow at the Spa

Whether you’re going to your favorite beach resort or exploring a new-to-you destination, any vacation gives you permission to leave the daily stressors… Read More

Do You Really Need to Decant Your Wine? Two Sommeliers Tell the Truth

Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply unwinding after a long week, it’s safe to say that most things are better with a glass… Read More

An Avalanche Expert Shares His Winter Survival Tips

Andy Paul has spent the last decade honing his skills as an avalanche educator, ski guide, and mountaineering course leader in some of the… Read More

Inside the Stealth Security Move the Best Hotels Are Doing

For some people, checking into a hotel is a dream come true. Gone is the never-ending to-do list of chores—well, at least for… Read More

A Cottage-Style Home Felt Unfinished—Here’s What Two Designers Did to Make It Feel Complete

This 2,645-square-foot home in Long Beach, California, didn’t need a major, down-to-the-studs renovation, but it was lacking that something special that makes a… Read More

Is a 50-Year Mortgage Really Worth It? Here’s What Experts Are Saying

The average age of first-time homeowners is at an all-time high of 40 years, according to a recent survey from the… Read More

How to Make a Neutral Home Feel Anything but Boring

It’s easy to fall victim to the “sad beige” or “millennial beige” trend. There’s comfort to a cohesive, neutral color palette, and therapist-turned-interior… Read More

Pantone Chose the Ultimate Neutral for Its Color of the Year

Pantone’s Color of the Year always sparks intense debate and strong opinions. Remember when there were TWO colors in 2021 and 2016? And… Read More

After a Fire, This Lake Tahoe Log Cabin Was Restored with Care

Located on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, this log cabin had plenty of vintage charm. Couple Dany Kelly and Eric Weiss have… Read More

Winter Is Actually the Most Important Time for Your Garden. Here’s Your Seasonal Checklist.

Winter is go-time for gardeners. Here’s what to do in your garden now, no matter where you are in the West. Plant… Read More

People Are Trading Their Seasonal Christmas Lights for This Sustainable Swap

The most wonderful time of the year comes with a few less-than-wonderful tasks. Many of us dread climbing onto our roofs to install… Read More

From Quick Weeknight Dinners to Festive Dishes, These Are the Best Recipes to Make in December

There’s no doubt about it, December is a busy month. There’s the lead-up to the holidays, the actual holidays, and end-of-year celebrations. But… Read More

The Wellness Gifts That Will Optimize Your Whole Life

The world of wellness products is vast. If you want to “hack” your wellness routine, there are plenty of smart, high-tech products that… Read More

Gifts That Were Practically Made for Design Enthusiasts

It may seem intimidating to give the home decor enthusiast in your life a gift for their home, but we promise that they’ll love… Read More

How This Dated Mid-Century Home Was Transformed into a Two-Story Stunner

An outdated mid-century home in El Segundo, California, was what you would call a hidden gem, interior designer Alexis Vitale of… Read More

6 Stylish Dinner Party Essentials That Interior Designers Swear By

We love a mouth-watering (preferably multi-course) dinner as much as the next person, but good food is only a small part of a… Read More

These Are the Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales Our Editors Will Be Shopping

Are you ready for the biggest shopping season of the year? Well, it’s happening right now whether you are or not! Every year it… Read More

Here’s How to Find the Perfect Wallpaper Scale for Your Room

As designers and homeowners continue to favor traditional decor, wallpaper is one of the easiest and most effective ways to transform your four… Read More

8 Design Decisions That Could Be Affecting Your Mental Health

With the sun setting before 5 p.m. these days, seasonal affective disorder is creeping in for many of us. We’re likely spending more time… Read More

Your Stress-Free Guide to Dealing With a Canceled Flight

Whether you’re traveling somewhere new or revisiting a place you love, one thing’s for sure: Very few things can ruin a vacation quite like… Read More

Copy These Thoughtful Restaurant Details to Make Any Home-Cooked Meal Feel Special

It doesn’t matter if you’re dining at a Michelin-minted institution or your favorite local eatery, there’s more to a great meal out than… Read More

The ‘3-4-5’ Rule Is the Easiest Way to Transform Any Room

There’s an interior design technique that keeps popping up in my news feed: The 3-4-5 Method. Coined by New York City designer… Read More

Everything You Need to Know About Celebrating the Holidays at Disneyland This Year

Nobody does the holidays better than the folks at Disneyland. If you want to get in the spirit, all you need to do… Read More