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Two House Tours: Stylish in SF & Green in Seattle
San Francisco Hot Posts

Click to view these San Francisco Hot Posts in bold belowHouse Tour: Kelly and Jonathan's Mission District Charmer 8 Dramatic Bedrooms in Real Homes House Tour: Donna & Riley's Zero Energy Idea House ...

Your Neighbors' Homes: Trick-or-Treating Memories?

Other people's homes always felt mysterious and strange to me as a child; perhaps I just couldn't yet comprehend that people actually lived their own disparate lives apart from mine. But on Halloween,...

Turn Back Time with George Nelson's Ceramic Clocks

Sunday morning, we will all (save Arizona, Hawaii and parts of Indiana) set our clocks back an hour. Our nights will begin sooner and our days will get increasingly shorter. But in the expanding dar...

Ready-Made Lighting
From Das rote Paket

Das rote Paket, based in Leipzig, Germany, introduces unique designs from young architects and designers. Earlier this year they held a lighting design competition using ready-made objects and a...

Authentic Museum Signs

In high school our best friend had the extreme honor of inheriting an Abercrombie & Fitch window display poster. As a teenager, having a 10 foot by 10 foot vinyl poster of a very attractive shirtless ...

A New Take on the Modular Mirror Wall

Back in about 1984, my mom covered one of the dining room walls with mirror tiles. They were each 12x12" and covered in a splattered gold pattern. Even then, I appreciated how much all of that mirro...

Ceramic Bowls As Sinks

We spotted these painted ceramic bowls as vessel sinks at the Story Hotel in Stockholm and thought it was a simple yet brilliant idea. ...

Meet Robert Rummer!
November 4th in Portland, OR

Join Mid-Century Modern home builder Robert Rummer and Becca Cavell of THA Architecture Inc. for a special interview with the man behind beloved Portland landmark "Rummer" homes. One night only. Sello...

DWR Dining Table - $500
San Francisco Scavenger

Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni and Manufactured by Crassevig for DWR, this wenge top steel legged table is in excellent almost unused condition. Please note that the actual top is darker than in ...

Antique Botanical Prints From Panteek

Inspired by Leah's recent post about decorating with biology charts, we wanted to share with you our own favorite source for old botanical and natural history prints, Panteek. Their selection is ...

Final Showdown: Montreal vs. Saskatoon
Room for Color - International

This is it! We're down to just two rooms vying for your vote to be named winner of the International Division of Room for Color 2009. Heather's bright and sunny coral kitchen is located in her rental...

The Weekend Guide: Sales and Events
San Francisco 10.30.09

THIS WEEK • Candystore Collective • Atocha Designs • Kartell Lighting Sale • Propeller • Southern Exposure • Park Life • Eron Johnson • Zinc Details ...and mo...

Donna & Riley's Zero Energy Idea House
House Tour

Name: Zero Energy Idea House Homeowners: Donna and Riley Shirey Location: Bellevue, Washington Size: 1630 square feet Date completed: April, 2009 Meaningful design, sustainability, eco-conscious ar...

Dish Towels That Actually Absorb Water
Roundup

Recently a friend who knows I actually care about stuff like this asked me what's the deal with non-absorbent dish towels. And it's true: A lot of dish towels these days, especially the cute ones...

Small Kids, Big Color Contest

Our annual Ohdeedoh kids room color contest is a treat for color lovers of all ages. We're looking for the most beautiful use of color in a nursery or childrens room. Color is a big part of childhood...

Roundup: Modern Takes on Traditional Lace

I'm generally a "no frills" kind of gal so lace has never really been my thing, but these new interpretations on old lace are something I could get behind. In small doses, these accessories ado...

Packing & Moving: Low Impact Solution
A Very Green Idea From Frogbox

Moving is something we have all done and will most likely have to do again (and again, and again). Whether it's for our home or our company doesn't the hunt for the right cardboard box feel anti...

Etsy Finds: British Invasion!

It started with the "Cheerio!" sign, and by the time we go to the Queen coasters, we couldn't stop. Take a look at our favorite Etsy finds inspired by the folks across the pond......

Gold Leaf River Rocks

These gold leaf emblazoned river rocks make for seasonal decor without being overtly Halloween-y, Thanksgiving-y or Christmas-y. And a straightforward how-to is brought to us by Claire Chauvin ...

Bold Red Wallpaper

It is such a nice surprise when walking into a friend's house for the first time to be greeted with a burst of bold color. Many of us have always toyed with the idea but when it comes down to ac...

Delightful Hand-Crafted Inital Caps

ave you been looking for the perfect way to start off your blog posts on a design friendly note? Check out these free illustrated initials. A new one is available every day!......

Herman Miller Desk - $950.77
San Francisco Scavenger

This Herman Miller desk by Peter Protzman is crafted from bent african wood and tubular chrome steel and lucite. Priced super low due to scratches and missing pencil drawer (not shown in photo...

Look! Jon's Chic Pumpkin Centerpiece
Happy Mundane

Jon from Happy Mundane likes to do a new take on a pumpkin centerpiece each year for his fall table. We love the graphic approach he took with this year's pumpkins, stylishly mixing neon yellow with k...

Round 3 Matchup: Saskatoon vs. Ra'anana
Room for Color - International

These two rooms have made it to the third round which means we are closing in on our international champ! Which room gets your vote to move on? Voting will be open for just 24 hours, so vote now to h...

Breaking News: Alameda Flea Market... Back On?

Post updated with new developments: Reader Marie sent us a mournful note alerting us to the fact that the Alameda Point Antiques and Collectibles Faire (known to devotees simply as "Alameda"—as in, ...

Inspiration: Facebook's New Headquarters
Designed by Studio O+A

You don't have to be from the Bay Area to recognize one of our most notorious businesses. Love it or hate it, Facebook's popularity is undeniable as it currently has as many users as the enti...

Pumpkin Carving: Free Templates
Last Minute Decorating

We know it’s getting close to trick-or-treating time and we’re here to rescue you from a boring, un-carved pumpkin. Your gourd deserves a great design and you deserve the pumpkin seeds. Clic...

Roundup: Five Light and Fun Bookshelves

The invisible floating bookshelf and a few of it's cousins have been around for a while now, and whether or not you like the trend, the minimalist quality of this book storage is often appealing...

Marbelous Table by Tineke Beunders

More quirky design from Ontwerpduo. This wood dining table is designed for fun......

Sanna Annukka: New Online Shop Opening Soon!

Here is a heads up that Sanna Annukka is restocking her online store and will be back with all sorts of goodies in November... and November is practically here! ...

Modern Reclining Chair - $650
San Francisco Scavenger

This modern recliner is definitely not your same old la-z-boy but still has a very comfortable look, perfect for reading on a crisp autumn day. ...

Nicola's Dining Room
Before & After

Sometimes we post extreme Before & Afters, in which the before photos look like disaster sites or crime scenes. But it can also be enlightening to admire a room that simply has a new look, whether fro...

Choose Your Favorite: Ra'anana vs. Nyon
Room for Color - International

Both of these rooms have made it to round two - which one gets your vote to go on to round three? Voting will be open for just 24 hours, so vote now to help us decide who has the most inspiring, be...

Kelly and Jonathan's Mission District Charmer
House Tour

Name: Kelly Colchin, Jonathan Skaggs and Marco the cat Location: The Mission, S.F. Size: 850 square feet Years lived in: 5 years rented Recent newlyweds Kelly and Jonathan moved to San Francisc...

"Alternative Autumnal Palette" From Saipua

Rusty reds and oranges; deep, rich browns; golden yellows. These are the colors we associate with fall, and I'll never tire of them. But it's refreshing to conceive of a new autumnal palette, one...

Where Do You Spare No Expense?
California Home & Design

One of these rooms is filled with original, antique and handcrafted pieces. The other was styled using replicas and mass produced accessories. Can you tell the difference? And even if your discernin...

Science Inspired Home Accessories

Maybe it’s the mad scientist in us but this seems to be an appropriate time of year to invent and experiment with our homes. ...

Grown-up Canopies
LivingEtc.

As a little girl, we always wanted a canopy bed. The ability to close off our sleeping quarters felt at once magical and safe, and made us feel like a princess! As an adult, we're not aiming for ...

Woven Wood Radiator Cover

Most radiator covers we've encountered are framed in wood, inset with perforated metal screens, and covered in years and years of paint. So it's refreshing to see this handcrafted version in a Japan...

Hot or Not? Nanimarquina Tomato Pouf

We've always loved Nanimarquina rugs but how do we feel about these beanbag-like chairs? ...

How To: Repurpose Photos & Make Pretty Paper Pads

I have lots of random photos and postcards that are tucked away, lying dormant in my home. I also happen to have plenty of miscellaneous paper that has yet to find a purpose. I can't wait to make one ...

Pair of Vintage Low Chairs - $220
San Francisco Scavenger

This pair of black Mid Century Modern armchairs is in excellent condition and a heck of a deal at just $220 or best offer for the pair....

Small Space Living, Houseboat Style

Calling all Portlanders! If you need a change of scenery and don't mind a serious shrinkage of your living space, this houseboat docked in the seaside town of Scapoose, Oregon, might be just the ...

Round 3 Matchup: Los Angeles vs. Venice
Room for Color - West

These two rooms have made it to the third round which means we are closing in on our regional champs! Which room gets your vote to move on? Voting will be open for just 24 hours, so vote now to help...

Eye Candy: New Coco + Kelley Website

Coco + Kelley, the blog of Seattle-based designer Cassandra LaValle, has long been one of our favorite reads. Cassandra has a fabulous eye for color, and her style is glamorous without being inac...

Roundup: Colorful Pendant Lamps

While I will readily admit to an unabashed bias toward any pendant lamp that is designed to feature an Edison bulb, sometimes the answer to your lighting needs is a bit of color rather than some twi...

Scavenger: Mid-Century Green Bench for $250
Seattle

At six feet long this vintage green bench with six tapered legs has style. Jump below for information on this item as well as some other great finds. ...

Reflect Mirror

We're quite fond of putting a small, sometimes subtle spin on the traditional to make it something new and fresh. These mirrors are a great example......

Headboard Decals

Whether you're implementing a Montessori philosophy in your child's room or you have safety concerns, many parents choose to put their child's mattress directly on the floor. But perhaps you're not en...

Gilded Halloween Decor

Ever since we saw Martha Stewart's glittered pumpkins a few years back, we've adored all Halloween decor that glimmers and shines. Some gilded inspiration for a more pretty than spooky Hallowee...

Tolix A Chair

The steel Tolix A Chair is definitely not just for bistros anymore. Also known as the Marais AC Chaise, it’s one those timeless, versatile pieces that seem to work anywhere. It’s made for indoor ...

Refurbished Midcentury Portland Home

Looking around on the Portland Monthly web site, I was reminded of this amazing mid-century home that was featured in the September 09 issue. Here some photos of the SW Portland home of Jenelle Isaacs...

DWR Beeboard Desk - $100
San Francisco Scavenger

This Beeboard desk from DWR was designed by Piet Boon as an ecologically low-impact solution for the home office. Crafted out of layered cardboard and finished with an acrylic finish, this des...

Inspiration: Warmth in the Workplace
Jeffers Design Group

Offices, even those belonging to designers, can often have a sterile, generic feel that fails to convey the spirit and creativity of their occupants. But the San Francisco studios of the Jeffers ...

Cast Your Vote: Tacoma vs. Portland
Room for Color - West

VOTE NOW! Both of these rooms made it through round one - which one gets your vote to move on? Voting will be open for just 24 hours, so vote now for your favorite use of color — Karla in Tac...

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