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We've moved from a heat wave right into autumn-like weather... but that doesn't mean our posts aren't sizzling hot. Popul...
This afternoon, for some reason, we suddenly thought of Julie and Andrew's Art-Filled San Francisco Abode. While we've blogged quite a few art displays, we haven't yet mentioned theirs......
This Phinney Ridge remodel transformed a cramped and single-story 1912 bungalow into a modern, open two-story home with a 3-star Built Green certification. Bamboo flooring and a seismic retrofit rou...
We immediately fell in love with this beautiful frieze, located in the home of Melody and Steve Von Ruden. Though the Von Rudens get to enjoy it every day, it was originally commissioned by the home's...
Our friends Evelyn and Jesse recently went on a road trip to Portland and stayed at the Ace Hotel. We were looking through the photos from their trip and were really struck by this riser mounted soap ...
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I have a mouse in my apartment who has started showing up almost every night. We spent a good chunk of Saturday night locked in a staring contest before he/she decided to hide o...
We're always drawn to the color green, but until recently we never thought of a vibrant shade of the color playing well in our home. When we saw this photo, however, it reminded us of a great use of g...
Artwork needn't be flat and fit in a frame, and this series by AnAntomc Factory happens to hang from a string and lights up. It also tickled our funny bone....
We first stumbled across Howard Street's foam superstore online, and slowly have discovered what a great resource it is. More than just a soft, hypo-allergenic substance upon which to rest your weary...
Browsing through catalogs last night, we spotted this Sculpted Jewelry Catchall -- and it reminded us of the lovely but pricey Bird Coat Rack we'd seen a couple of weeks ago. Made of satin-nickel pla...
Simplicity and originality are two of the most important aspects of good design to us. So we were greatly impressed when we stumbled upon this Turkish design company, as their products have both of th...
We read an interesting article this morning that talks about home libraries and how they're used. Granted, we have never had our own home library, but we can imagine that if we did we'd use it to, we...
We were blown away by the impact of this flowering quince tree mural when we accidentally ran across it in Robert Lachman's article for the LA Times on the revival of wall murals. We love the way it ...
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This week we have five great giveaways for you -- one's below the jump, so click here to check it out. Please don't forg...
AT:SF, My wife and I are looking for some kind of organizing/ interior design consultant that can help us use our closet space more efficiently. Do you happen to know anyone? Thanks,
-Steve...
Though we'd been to Umi Sake House right when they first opened a few years ago, a recent visit had us rubbernecking at the gorgeous, light-filled interior design. The pieces clicked into place when...
OK, yes, these would be relatively simple to DIY. But not everyone has the time, patience, or skills to be crafty, and these patterned clothes pins are just pretty darn cute....
We've blogged the aloft concept before -- Starwood Hotels' line of budget-friendly accomodations -- but the new Portland location has us wanting to pull out our gummi bracelets and jellies. While the ...
If you're like us, you are obsessed with The Container Store. Whenever we visit the store we can't help but go through every aisle, as we often find that a specific type of container could be used fo...
We've already shared our fascination with fancy security gates and creative ironwork. On this last trip to Egypt we found a few more inspiring images to add to our growing collection......
While it wouldn't work in our home, this George Jetson Couch is pretty darn cool. Maybe it's just what you've been looking for? Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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beforeIt seems there has been no shortage of "before and after" shots of reupholstered furniture on the design blogs lately, and we are all for it. There's nothing more satisfying than turning someone...
Hello, I recently moved into a new apartment and I need some desperate help. I consider my taste modern, contemporary. I like colors and interesting pieces. First question: My living room looks boring...
We've been seeing all kinds of landing strip storage recently, from DIY ideas to more fancy-schmancy devices. This canvas pocket + hooks struck us a nice, neutral option that is relatively inexpensi...
Often when we see the work of designers who repurpose or recycle old objects to fulfill new functions, we might think to ourselves, "why didn't I think of that? I bet I could copy that idea." Afrodit...
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Form Vintage Modern lies tucked amidst the cozy traditionalism of College Avenue in Oakland's Rockridge neighborhood. Owned by husband-and-wife team Joe and Lindsay Kunis, the store showcases classic...
Item: 10 pairs of tickets (20 total) to West Coast Green
Value: $65 each
Description: West Coast Green is the largest interactive conference and expo on innovation and green building. This year it's ...
We just got word of new website undrgrnd. One design deal every morning, 7 days a week. We checked it out for the first time today, and what do you know? Area bedding at 50% off. Sign us up, we're ...
What do dogs and wallpaper have in common? Our landlord has banned them both, sigh. But that hasn't stopped us from grinning over this latest style from Osborne & Little....
Back in August, AT:LA wrote about The Selby, a website that documents the interiors of hip LA and New York people. While we loved the post, we were particularly interested in Matthew Eikelberger's ho...
Hello AT, I'm renting a house with 4 friends. My bedroom used to be a workspace. In the corner of the room is a glass "light box" for the staircase underneath and the door is in glass, both not quite...
A few weeks ago we showed you the breathtaking Chihuly exhibit at the de Young. We went back to snap some more photos, and we realized we had left these out of our first post. Take a look, after the...
We're on an organizational kick around our house these days, and right now we're wishing this Over Door Organizer With Laundry Bag came in other colors, because it's exactly what we need in our bathro...
We don't have any pets of our own, but that doesn't mean we don't covet some of the furry and feathered friend finery we've found whilst perusing eBay... check it out!
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When looking for window coverings for our bay windows, we went to Conrad Shades -- a store renowned for its elegantly unfussy hand-woven window coverings. Drawing inspiration from nature, Conrad Shad...
This is one BIG lamp: A Big Shadow by Marcel Wanders for Cappellini in Noe Valley's looking for a new home. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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This photo most definitely goes in our "bathrooms we covet" file. Just look at that fabulous marble counter/sink/backsplash, and the built-in shelf that's just big enough for a small vase, and, perha...
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We found this photo of some beautiful orchids with striking colors. At first, we wanted to match all the colors of the orchids to paint, but after doing so we realized that'd be a bit bright. So, we...
As long as we can remember, our family has had a subscription to The New Yorker. When we were too young (or perhaps too disinterested) to read the articles, we still loved to look at the great cover a...
Since our animals can't talk to us using specific language, we often rely on what looks comfortable to us when choosing a pet bed. Provided your animal actually uses the bed, this makes a certain de...
AT:SF, What colour should my house be? I recently removed all of my old bargain-basement white vinyl siding in order to reinsulate my home with styrofoam......
Battery-powered white paper lanterns saved our wedding reception. It was held outdoors in a Point Reyes Station garden patio and, being city folk, we hadn't anticipated just how dark it would be aft...
Bauhaus 2 Your House was started with the idea that customers should have the same access (and to-the-trade pricing) to modern classics that architects and designers enjoyed. It is now one of the big...
We don't know who is in charge of Garnet Hill's bedding department, we've got to give them snaps for consistently roping in the designers we love. First it was Hable Construction (still love that quil...
We just returned from a short jaunt over to Cairo, Egypt. Yes, we saw the pyramids of Giza, made friends with some camels and marveled at the beauty of the city's numerous mosques. But we especially...
We found a perfect match for these scarf pillows -- this patchwork scarf bedspread from Ouno Design. ...
Even though Hurricane Season 2008 is already underway, it's never too late to get ready for a emergency. We know you have your grab-and-go bag already, but does your pet? If not, here are some ways th...
Hi ATSF, I am in love with the couch in this photo, especially the color, but I can't seem to find one even close. Any chance you can determine who makes it? Thanks!
-Sarah...
This month's issue of Canadian House & Home takes us inside a very inspiring vacation cottage in Ontario's Muskoka's. Combining texture and splashes of aqua, the lakeside home gives us plenty of ide...
There is little that can pull together a room like a stunning light fixture. This capiz and brass drum shade certainly fits that bill - we can see something like this working in a wide variety of spac...
If you've ever driven around the Peninsula, you may have noticed Whole House Building Supply & Salvage's bright yellow House Demolition Sale signs. The company conducts salvage sales at homes that a...
Months after we first saw it, John's alcove construction project still leaves us speechless. We love that it not only increased wall space for the bed and provided space for a windowseat, it gave his...
ThisUnusual Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Filing Cabinet would be perfect for a home work space that has to double as living space - close the doors and no one would know that you keep your files in...
Name: Leigh Poindexter
Location: Rockridge, Oakland
Size: Approximately 441.97 sq. ft. (according to Leigh's calculations)
Years lived in: 0.884 years, rented
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When San Francisco landscape architect Todd Cole bought a former steam-generating plant in Cloverdale, the 1903 building had crumbling plaster walls and no central heat. A decade later, when he hired...
We've never been very interested in canopy-type beds, but then we saw this lovely iron bed with simple, sheer panels. What a fantastic way to create a sense of separation, particularly in, say, a stu...
We're moving soon, and there are several DIY projects we'll need to do in our new abode. Since we're on a very tight budget, we've been looking for money-saving ideas. This Old House's "Cheapskate H...
Funky album covers find new life in this creative and incredibly simple how-to from Paper and Stitch. Since album covers are already constructed as sleeves, the only materials necessary to turn them...
It used to be that no trip to Hayes Valley was complete without a stop in Alabaster, a store filled with all sorts of beautiful objects for the home, a wonderful selection of books, and of course Fann...
Dear AT:SF, My boyfriend & I live in a small 1927 bungalow in Portland, OR. Our next project will be painting the kitchen. I really like the pale minty/seafoam green countertop, but it's been tough fi...
Last week we wondered about the Best Stores for Design Magazines; this week we have design books on our minds.
Over the years we've had many favorite shops in which to stop and check out the latest...
Full disclosure: we're related to the brains behind The Talk Market, the YouTube/QVC mash-up that connects artisans directly with the buying public. But, personal ties aside, the site is convenient pl...
When looking for an accent piece of furniture, we find we're always drawn to fun, bright, saturated color, which probably explains why our search usually leads us to Kartell. Never content to offer a ...
This morning we just happened upon this charming silkscreen print by Vancouver-based artist and designer Sarah Edmonds. ...
AT:SF, I have an extensive collection of Cuban Movie Posters that I want to start displaying in my home, which has a good amount of wall (and ceiling!) space......
While there are plenty of new green furniture resources popping up now, The Wooden Duck is still one of our favorites. The store has been outfitting homes with recycled wood furniture since 1995. Init...
Do you have some wall space just begging for an interesting display? Check out these Flying Vee Shelves From Design Within Reach-A Must See! Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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There were so many things we liked about Rebekah Sigfrids' home when it was featured on Design*Sponge a couple of months ago... One of them was this lovely bedroom....
I am an avid AT lover and have just finished a serious makeover to my first home. My wife and I bought this loft in SoMa and have been tirelessly renovating for three months. We have found solutions t...
Felt is one of the more interesting ways to use wool, in our humble opinion, and Karen Hewig's felt home goods take full advantage of felt's better qualities. Namely soft, fuzzy, diffuse designs for ...
Recently a friend of ours was looking for new house numbers. Because of time constraints, she ended up with house numbers from Restoration Hardware. They're classic and look fine, but she really wa...
For those of us who spend the majority of our time in office cubicles, we're faced with a choice: to decorate or not to decorate. While some of us relish in the idea of making that little plot of spac...
A fun idea for those who like to rearrange often, this clock is made of a wall-mountable face and 12 stick-on metal cubes that can be switched around to your liking. Try a more pixelated look by spaci...
What: Front doorway of an apartment building
Where: 42nd and Brooklyn, in the U-district
When: Photos taken Thursday, August 28 at 8:45 am
Why: The Tuscan colors and matching barred windows....
It seems there is no limit to the inspiration that can be culled from the displays at Anthropologie. We saw these plates the other day and it reminded us of a few recent posts on displaying dishes......
On Friday we wrote about a mailbox that we absolutely love. It sparked an interesting conversation about pricing, so we thought we'd show you four picks for mailboxes (from Chiasso) for under $100. ...
Hi ATSF, I love this barstool but have no idea who makes it! It’s driving everyone in my office crazy . Any ideas? I’d love to use it in a project but can’t find it anywhere. Thanks,
-Kiko...
We like to think our cat is as style-conscious as we are. Seattle-based Urban Beast caters to that fantasy with a bright, cheerful pet boutique in a relatively new development across from REI and nex...
We love it when a designer thinks outside of the box. We immediately loved the images of Lincoln Kayiwa's Dino clothes rack because of the sleek, modern aesthetic, but were also intrigued by the idea ...
Just in time for our upcoming Fall Colors Contest, House Beautiful is coming to San Francisco for the magazine's first-ever Color Institute. This is an entire day dedicated to decorating with color -...
Talk about making design both fun and functional! Take a look at this swing that Bruno Taylor installed at a bus stop for an industrial design class. Artist statement and video of the project below....
For the first half of the 20th century, schoolhouse-style shades and light fixtures were a decor staple. Schoolhouse Electric replicates more than 100 light fixtures from the last century using origi...
This Teak Danish Modern Expanding Dining Table would be a great option for someone who doesn't have a lot of space but still likes to entertain. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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