Author Archives: Sarah Yang

Traveling? Here’s How to Eat Healthy without Getting Major FOMO

While we love soaking up the sights and staying in a gorgeous hotel as much as the next jetsetter, we have to level with… Read More

11 Recipes That Star Watermelon, the Unofficial Fruit of Summer

There’s no doubt about it, watermelon is the unofficial fruit of summer. On a sweltering day, nothing sounds better than a cold, refreshing, juicy, and… Read More

This Is the Coolest Design Feature You Could Have This Summer

They say there’s no place like home, but once summer rolls around, our space’s four walls suddenly feel restricting. Where the action’s really at is,… Read More

Now, You Can ‘Ride’ Classic Disneyland Rides at Home

Can’t make it to Disneyland? Well, now you can enjoy the Happiest Place on Earth from the comfort of your own home. In celebration of… Read More

How Three Design-Savvy Daughters Created the Ultimate Retreat for Their Retired Mom

When physician Cynthia Chua decided she wanted to relocate from Cincinnati to Seattle to retire, she enlisted the help of her two daughters in… Read More

The Downsizing Tips a Professional Organizer Wants You to Know

As we anticipate a potential “silver tsunami” (a.k.a. a surge of older homeowners downsizing), Amanda Titchenal already has several clients… Read More

Costco Is Opening 7 New Stores in August—and 2 Are in the West (and 1 in Mexico!)

If you’ve been rejoicing at the news that Costco has begun serving Coca-Cola products in their food courts again (I have!), there’s even better… Read More

Here’s How Much Time (and Money) You’ll Actually Spend on Your Next Renovation

We’ve all heard the running joke that a renovation ends up costing twice as much and taking twice as long. But after delays with… Read More

Are Animal-Focused Activities the Next Big Travel Trend?

We’re not going to sugar-coat it for you: A huge part of booking a vacation is finding the perfect hotel. So what catches your eye?… Read More

How Long Should You Age Your Wine For? Here’s What the Pros Say

There’s a reason why people say the best things in life age like fine wine. We know, waiting to uncork that buttery Chardonnay or… Read More

A Healdsburg Vacation Home Is a Whimsical, Delightful Space

This 1,250-square-foot weekend retreat in Healdsburg was originally built in 1905. After the owners bought it in 2014 and an extensive redesign and rebuild… Read More

The Best Cocktails and Spirits in the West Right Now—Read Our 2025 Spirits Issue

You rarely forget the first cocktail of the vacation. Whether it’s the little rum shooter on a tray they give you at check-in or… Read More

These Are the Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Spirits Competition

Every year that we host the annual Sunset International Spirits Competition, we’re blown away by the sheer breadth, depth, and excellence of the… Read More

Double Gold Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Spirits Competition

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Gold Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Spirits Competition

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The Design Industry’s Coolest Trend Is Hiding in Plain Sight

In the interior design world, there’s no one way to make a statement. Some people go for the bold with dopamine decor or… Read More

Here’s Why Airlines Force You to Gate-Check Your Bag When the Overhead Bins Are Empty

Mind if I vent for a second? As a seasoned traveler who, quite honestly, has spent more time away than home this year, I always… Read More

9 Hosting Essentials Designers Swear by for Outdoor Parties

Is it just us, or is everything a little bit better during the summer? Yes, even hosting. Though throwing a party is always a good… Read More

How This Ojai Bungalow Was Saved After Multiple DIY Projects Ruined Its Layout

This 1926 Spanish-style bungalow in Ojai originally had a large number of DIY projects that complicated its layout. The rooms in the two-bedroom,… Read More

A Look at an Architect’s A-Frame Home Office Makeover

A few months ago, my husband and I purchased our first home. As a single-family architect, he’s designed and reimagined homes all over the world,… Read More

This Will Be Disneyland’s Busiest Day of the Year—and It’s Happening in July

We’ve spent weeks celebrating Disneyland’s 70th anniversary, but the Happiest Place on Earth’s official birthday is Thursday, July 17. Disney insiders are confident it… Read More

These Under-the-Radar Wine Regions Deserve a Visit

Wine is more than a tasty beverage you order at a restaurant or pair with seafood. If you ask us, a great vino… Read More

This ADU Was Built to Solve What the Main House Was Missing

Although the main house on this Mill Valley property was a beautiful space, because it was a developer project, there were a number of features… Read More

The Amazon Home Decor Finds That Interior Designers Love

I’ve been writing about Prime Day for six years, and I’m still overwhelmed. With thousands upon thousands of markdowns, it’s sometimes challenging to know… Read More