Author Archives: Sarah Yang

How to Create a Stunning Outdoor Space Like a Designer

Dara Caponigro is a celebrated design visionary known for her ability to bring authenticity and artistry into every space she touches. With a passion for… Read More

Here’s How to Support and Protect Our National Parks

Earlier this year, the National Park Service laid off more than 1,700 employees, including 1,000 permanent staffers—many of whom were forest managers, EMTs, wildfire… Read More

A Basic Tract House Gets Infused with Charm and Character

Tract homes have a reputation for being “cookie-cutter,” but there are plenty of ways to give them personality, and this Moorpark, California, house is proof… Read More

This Bend, Oregon Property Gives off Major Summer Camp Vibes

When a California couple hired Napa Valley-based interior designer Julie Hawkins to help them create a holiday retreat in the high… Read More

6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Downsize, According to a Real Estate Agent

“Downsizing” is a term often associated with senior citizens, but there’s really no specific group that fits the mold. Individuals who want to move into… Read More

Experts Say These Are the Best States to Live In

What’s the best state to live in? It can be a heated and lively debate—many people are passionate about their home states and can’t imagine… Read More

These Are the Best Ways to Explore the Channel Islands

Kenan Chan is a biological science technician and lead diver at the Channel Islands National Park, where he’s spent the past decade exploring one… Read More

Here’s Why Motels Are Now the Coolest Places to Stay

We’re not going to sugarcoat it: Motels historically haven’t been your preferred type of travel lodging—and we kind of understand why. For years, these properties… Read More

The Shockingly Sweet Detail That’s Ruling Interiors Right Now

Goodbye, sleek lines. Right now, designers are thinking outside of the box with all-things scalloped. Over the past few months, we’ve spotted interior… Read More

These Are All the New Trader Joe’s Products You Don’t Want to Miss This August

Trader Joe’s is saying goodbye to summer with a lot of fun, unique, and tasty treats. The new products this… Read More

10 Things You Need to Do in Your Garden Before Summer Ends

With temperatures shifting away from blazing hot in much of the West, now is the time to make the most of the end of… Read More

Inside Dr. Althea: The Beauty Brand Bringing Calm, Restorative Skincare to the West Coast

Tucked within the ever-evolving beauty scene, Dr. Althea has been quietly cultivating a devoted West Coast following, one gentle, skin-restoring formula at a time. Read More

This Blank Slate San Mateo Home Was Turned into a Playful, Eco-Friendly Space

Originally built in 1940, this San Mateo home was too small for its owners and their growing family. It had a lot of small… Read More

This Underappreciated Wine Country Town Deserves a Visit

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

The State of the Housing Market Has Forced Millennials to Get Creative

Perhaps we’ve ordered too many pieces of avocado toast, but my fellow millennials now represent the largest generation living with non-relatives. In Zillow’s… Read More

7 Tips for Taking Better Photos at Night, According to a Professional Photographer

Night photography takes not only a keen eye but quite a bit of planning. Sunset’s staff photographer has been shooting the outdoors for 25 years. Read More

Here’s the Real Truth About How Restaurants Set Wait Times

Imagine: You’ve finally made it to that new, buzzy neighborhood spot in your neck of the woods—you know, the one that only accepts walk-ins—and… Read More

Make These Recipes in August to Celebrate the End of Summer

Even though the summer season ends on September 22, unofficially, it really does feel like August is the tail end of the most carefree,… Read More

Want Limited-Edition Gear? Visit the Sunset Shop!

Whether you’re looking for a gift, in need of new kitchen and home gear, or just want to show your love for Sunset magazine,… Read More

A Kitschy Balboa Island Cottage Got a Colorful, Quirky Makeover

Nothing can beat the location of this four-bedroom, six-bathroom home on Balboa Island in Newport Beach, California: a cozy, tight-knit community that’s accessible by… Read More

The Best Way to Enjoy Wine This Summer? At a Vineyard’s Pool

Think a trip to a gorgeous, design-minded winery is the ultimate tasting experience? Adding a pool can make the entire outing even better. Read More

These Are the Perfect Wine and Cheese Pairings, According to Chefs

As far as we’re concerned, wine and cheese is like the salt and pepper of pairings. A great glass of vino and charcuterie… Read More

8 Dog-Friendly Furniture and Decor Pieces That Actually Look Chic

Brightly colored chew toys, dog beds that solely focus on function… it’s easy to assume your furry family member’s favorite things can cramp your… Read More

This Program Is Helping Wildfire Victims Rebuild Architecturally Beautiful Homes

Eighty years after the Case Study Houses program famously challenged architects such as Richard Neutra, Charles Eames, and Eero Saarinen to create easily replicable architectural… Read More