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Before and afters, house tours, affordable coffee tables, and a chair from one of the most stylish shows on TV, Mad Men......
SF House Tour: Rebecca and Roger's Relaxed Wabi-Sabi Modern
It's not as easy as it seems to take good photos of homes. If you're taking pics sometime soon for the Fall Colors Contest, you might find...
We don't care if Hollywood Regency is on its way in or out, we will also love it and be able to draw inspiration from it. It's gorgeous and decadent. So, imagine our delight when we found these phot...
Back in the beginning of August we posted Paul Ybarbo's house tour. And although we absolutely adore and love the entire apartment, we were most smitten by his black and white bathroom. ...
AT, Does anyone have resources on a winged headboard bed? Sort of like the one here? I'd like to find a leather bed, with wing curved headboard, but with a little femininity to it. Does anyone own one...
AT:SF readers have been writing in to ask what's happening with Berkeley-based modern furniture store The Magazine.
We feel particularly bad for Jane, who wrote:
I broke the piggy bank to buy som...
Cushioned Louis Ghost Chairs on Gossip Girl
Jump below for linkage, and to vote!...
Sometimes we see images of all-white rooms and we can't help but get the urge to wipe the slate clean; it just looks really peaceful and calm....
This Etsy store immediately called to mind our Zakka Sewing post of the other day, probably because they both use felt to such a lovely effect......
If your pet is a sloppy eater, a pet placemat can help save your floor from food spills and water damage. The problem is that most pet placemats are cheesy (bone, paw print, and other pet-themed desig...
Hey Guys,
I just moved into an apartment that has a industrial toilet- so it looks very similar to this one. Except I don't have a plunger or brush next to it. The tile in the back is yellow and the...
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This week we have four great giveaways for you. Please don't forget that you have to go to each linked post in order to a...
Vintage Danish furniture is alive and well in Emeryville. Founded in 2002 by Danish-born Lynne Jensen, Klassik by Lynne specializes in vintage Danish (and Swedish) furniture sourced and imported dir...
We kind of wish we'd never blogged about an earring stand from Urban Outfitters before (but alas, we have), because this would be the standout one we'd pick above all others, on the basis of how uni...
We live in an old building where few of the walls or floors are perfectly level. Most of the doors in our house either close on their own or have a hard time staying closed without being locked, neces...
The first time we donned a headlamp was during a camping trip. A kind co-worker gave us a Petzl for a gift and we thanked them and thought, "headlamp=total dork". And then we found out how important...
Suffice it to say, you guys didn't love the art glass kitchen islands we shared last week, with most comments hovering around "ugly," "dated" and "hideous." But we're trying again, sharing one more fi...
This may not seem like such a big deal to a lot of you, but this is HUGE to us. Our first photo of an AT sticker in San Francisco -- and at one of our favorite stores, Rare Device. If you see one of...
One of the most popular items in our Giveaway last month was the Brand New DWR Cross Coffee Table/Oak. Here's your opportunity to snap one up for your very own. Jump below for links to this and oth...
Wow. These photos blew us away when we first saw them -- we'd been looking at a lot of black-and-white interiors, and the jolt of color was refreshing. What a great reminder that color can be used i...
Here's an oxymoron for you: eco-fur. After spending a year overseas, Portlander Chrys Hutchings launched a decor business that she feels helps save a country overpopulated with possums from ecological...
Thanks to Julie over at Remodelista, we discovered this fabulous Ceramic Pendant Lamp from none other than Shabby Chic. Who knew?...
Vancouverite Colin and his father designed and built a cat climbing tower, named The Catsle (no, that's not a typo). Made of pine, they used eco-friendly non-toxic stain. Much, much better than those...
Hello, I'm on a quest: finding the perfect curved chaise longue. Recliners are unfortunately out of the question, since I have very curious cats who will get stuck in any kind of mechanism. I found th...
A reader in Seattle sent us this thought-provoking tidbit that appeared in The Daily, University of Washington's student newspaper: "According to Carnegie Melon[sic], only one book has been distrib...
The first home in Northern California to strive for the LEED Platinum rating (the highest level possible in LEED for Homes) was recently completed in Oakland Hills, and the result is as much a study o...
We've been searching online for a shower curtain for our new abode. Since we don't have time to look for fabric and make our own, we'll probably end up with one of the following... ...
One of our best cheap decorating trips is framing beautiful stationery and using it as art. Letterpressed cards are especially good for this, like this set of herb cards from Pancake and Franks....
There's always some fabulous pieces to covet at Threshold. Run by Kendall Wilkinson, a well-known interior designer in San Francisco, the space is chock-full of beautiful antiques and contemporary pie...
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You all remember where we left off with our pie-window adventure? The above photo shows the old doorway on the left (with the green bathroom visible) and the ex-pie window/new doorway on the r...
AT,
I've heard a lot about Keetsa and memory foam beds, some good and bad. I went to check out the showroom and the sales guy was pretty sales-y so i could use some unbiased info if anyone has any e...
Our couch is currently pillow-less, and it needs something. But we're gradually becoming resolved to the idea that cushion designs are quite possibly endless, and we don't stand a chance at feeling ...
What: Large fields of small blue squares
Where: Marin Civic Center, San Rafael
When: Photos taken Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Why: Looking past the rather industrial overall room, we love the way th...
Rare Device is one of our favorite stores. We were so excited when they opened last October. Rare Device carries beautiful and unique products, and the store is a wellspring of creative and inspirat...
We're always looking for small space solutions, and these Nesting 3-in-1 Hooks seem like they might be perfect for a bathroom or an entryway. Or, if you love hooks like we do, any room....
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We've always been big fans of the lines on the Yanagi Butterfly Stool. Here's your chance to pick one up for a fraction of the retail price. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
Apar...
We sense an obsession about to happen. At one point we spent much too much time trying to track down Courtenay's vintage Ortalion poster for our very own... Now we're fixated on this huge "5" print....
Over the weekend we took a trip to Lone Pine Gardens to pick up some succulents for our house. We haven't officially planted them yet, but we already love how much more inviting our desk seems. It m...
Hey AT, My boyfriend and I are moving into a new apartment--we're thrilled, but have some decorating concerns. To the left of the wall/hallway in this picture is a wall of blah-brown doors which I w...
It's no secret that purple in its various shades has seen a recent resurgence in interior design. But judging by some of the photo spreads we've seen employing the color, it seems to always be used in...
Barbara Holmes at Art at the DumpArt & Design Events...September is Pet Design Month at Apartment Therapy
New Langton Arts
Opening Reception: Julio Cesar Morales - Tomorrow is for thos...
We had to run an errand at the Marin Civic Center today, and while the Frank Lloyd Wright designed building always wows us, this time the security gates really caught our eye....
Philippa Roberts is our favorite home and gift store on Piedmont Ave. Philippa herself is a jewelry maker by trade, so you can also see her work at her shop. In addition to jewelry from both Philipp...
One of our favorite parts of Japanese culture is the energy put into instilling everyday practices and items with a sense of uniqueness and beauty. We recently ran across this book, and it seems to en...
While on our way to visit a friend's new apartment in the Mission, we walked by three buildings with tiled walls that caught our attention.
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Yes, we promised to show off our "after" shots today, but for the sake of following our own suggestion to photograph your home in natural daylight (and seeing as how we've been night-owls as o...
Dear AT, So, I know that recliners are the epitome of poor taste, but they are so dang comfortable! I love the design of this recliner from Darlings of Chelsea and I wonder if there are more similarl...
Is it wrong to look at the wedding blogs when we're not getting married or directly involved in a wedding? Never mind, we don't want to know the answer. But we did spy this unique flower arrangement...
This is what we would imagine a book would look like if it came to life. Luckily for us, Shop House's book mobiles are available to purchase - we may be having to fly one over our counter level built-...
A husband-and-wife-owned neighborhood furniture store with a DIY spin, Stumasa custom builds reasonably priced bookcases, cabinets, desks, and tables, and stocks environmentally-friendly paints and st...
After eating at NE Portland's Pho Hung, a friend beckoned us around the corner of the parking lot. A little confused -- this was a parking lot, after all -- we were thrilled to spot what looked like g...
Oops. Because we TiVod "View from the Bay" on Monday, we forgot to check the link for the video of Lisa Quinn's visit with Maxwell and Victoria. Here's the correct one:...
This GORGEOUS Danish Mid Century Modern Desk is being sold in our classifieds for $175. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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Name: Alina, Joey, Vice Cooler, and Sean
Location: Berkeley
Size: 4 bedroom, 2 bath house
Years lived in: Alina: 4 years, Joey: 1 1/2 years, Sean: 1 year, Vice: 8 months
Enter Slideshow
Alina, Jo...
Yesterday was the first day of fall and, here in Portland, the weather was crisp and cool -- a perfect start to the season. There are so many things that we look forward to around this time of year; t...
Hi AT, I love AMC's "Mad Men" but more than the show itself I love the set design. There is a chair and couch in Don Draper's office and I must have it. Would anybody know who made this chair or if th...
Wallpaper for renters? That's one way of thinking about Inhabit's bamboo wall flats. It's a great solution to the "no-painting" restriction so many renters are faced with, or for walls with a bumpy ...
We love the new trend of "greening" one's roof by replacing shingles and tar with vegetation. Think of how much extra space has been added to this building in the Embarcadero, just by utilizing the ro...
These are not necessarily the best, the most popular or the most useful pet things available from the venerable sky-retailer, but they are notable. We looked so you don't have to....
It's no secret that around these parts (AT, we mean) we go absolutely ape for jefdesigns. With that said, jefdesigns has joined forces with freddy&ma to create a special collection of objects exclusi...
We have a few requirements when it comes to bathmats - they must absorb water well, dry quickly, be machine washable, and not cause us to slip on our tile floors. The TOFTBO from IKEA does all of thes...
Dorothy Draper is, by far, our favorite decorator. Her designs have constantly inspired us. Benjamin Moore put together a special palette of their colors that captured the style of Dorothy Draper a ...
Does anything scream 80's more than lipstick-red leather? It's a fabric that will forever be associated with the Michael Jackson "Beat It" jacket for us, but for some it might call to mind this sofa, ...
As egg & the Urban Mercantile say on their website, they are "one of San Francisco’s most unique purveyors of sublime and refined household goods." We couldn't have said it better ourselves. Every...
Nope, sorry, Ork's Seattle poster isn't for sale yet. But they're working on the mapping of the Seattle neighborhood boundaries (the boundaries are the city limits), and asking for feedback. Seattle...
Dear AT,
The previous owner of my condo had remodeled the fireplace. It looks nice, but there's no hearth. I heard that for this to be up to code, it needs to have a hearth.
What are my options? ...
While the turn-of-the-20th-century bungalow would seem to rule in cachet around here, give us a 1950s rambler with big windows and an open floor plan any day. 360° Modern is a resource for anyone w...
Maybe we just love the overall styling of this bathroom, but we have to say the pink and orange racer stripes really grabbed us, and left us wondering where we'd use them in our own home. ...
In our humble opinion, it's never too early to start preparing for Halloween, especially in this town (who else is disappointed about the Castro being out of bounds?). And we're always amazed at the ...
pie window from living room, before
Before we moved in to our home, there were a few kinks we had to iron out. We generally loved the layout of our house, very open and simple. The one exception to t...
We first blogged Karl Johnson's silhouettes last year, but we thought it was time to point out our favorites, his pet silhouettes....
Yes, this Eames LCM is a reproduction. Let the debate begin. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds are open for your business in our Shoppi...
Dwell magazine recently rounded up some photos of the greenest homes that have graced their pages. Tons and tons of environmentally friendly eye candy. After the jump, check the link to see the slid...
We've loved this long, narrow shelf ever since we came across it months ago. It's just nice and simple -- and you'll probably have noticed that we're suckers for nice, simple shelves... ...
It's imperative to have a blanket when picnicking or lounging in the parks of San Francisco. Even on a hot day at Dolores Park, there have been times when the grass looked dry but our wet (and dirty) ...
We're 1stdibs fanatics. We often search the new listings for San Francisco in hopes of some inspiration (because we can go see the furniture in person!). But lately we've been doing something differ...
While wandering NW Portland's Nob Hill neighborhood over the weekend, we spotted a chandelier made out of plastic dolls. At first we thought hello Portland! had a one-of-a-kind item, but a little web ...
AT:SF, My boyfriend just bought a place and is getting ready to work on it. What color(s) do you recommend for the walls? We're planning on putting up wallpaper on the back wall in the dining area (w...
We are firm believers in thrift stores, Craigslist, Ikea, and any other inexpensive places to find home decor. One place we refuse to skimp, however, is the linen closet. Sheets and towels are guarant...
When we posted earlier about the colors of this mural, we had no idea of the story (and homes) behind the project. It turns out that the building is a condo project called Monique Lofts, and the res...
Renters are often frustrated by the oppressive ugliness of a landlord's taste in light fixtures. So, we've come up with some good resources on how to take matters into your own hands... without elect...
How many a mind has found inspiration in a bottle of beer? No doubt there's a long line before us, but perhaps we're one of the few who can say it literally. While knocking back a few at Monk's Kettle...
We've been storing our jewelry in little dishes and cups picked up here and there, and we love it. However, we did think this take on the dish idea was notable, if for no other reason than the protu...
California native Drew Schnierow has been creating the most beautiful lit sculptures out of his Sausalito studio using raw stones like honeycomb onyx, soapstone, or alabaster. Each piece is unique, a...
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We've just heard that Maxwell and Victoria will be appearing on the show "View From the Bay" today. The show airs on channel 7 (ABC) at 3 pm Pacific Time. They'll be discussing with the host ...
Hi,
I am looking for frame for an antique print and like the look of tramp art frames like this or at Artisans. Real tramp art in the size I need is probably too expensive and also the print is an ...
This has got to be one of the more incredible Etsy finds ever. Amelia Santiago creates custom, 3-dimensional likenesses of your pet out of felt. Amazing....
We're not sure why, but we have a real weakness for beautiful anatomical objects. This pewter cave bear's tooth is no exception - we already know right where we'd put it in our home....
While we really love to tackle big projects around our home, these days it's the cheap projects that top our list. We have a small area on the side of the house, leading to our basement/laundry room...
Pop Cling is a fine art and pop art reproduction company specializing in wall decals and graphics. A little different than the average wall decal, Pop Cling's selection consists of limited edition art...
Congratulations to the 10 winners of our Thursday Giveaway: Tickets to West Coast Green!
They are: ayse, eec007, kodazure, longgoneblonde, lovelyrita, NickiG, Purni, sasha12514, SkipleySpot, and TK...
Check out this cool one-of-a-kind steel platform bed (full), mid-century style. Is there room for it in your home? Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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