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Tips for Hanging a Flat Screen TV Over a Fireplace
We know that folks are pretty divided over the concept of a flatscreen over the fireplace - there are concerns about the aesthetics of this location, as well as proper viewing angles and the impact he...
Thoughts on Bright and Bold Walls?
Our living room is currently a rather bright shade of purple - brighter than we had initially hoped for, in fact. It's grown on us, though, and we're happy we made the leap to a bolder palette for our...
Roundup: Globes in Homes
Regardless of trends, there will always be a place in our home for a globe (or two or ten). Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, they're also good to have around for reference... or just to get a...
Handling Awkward Home Issues with Roommates
Whether you live with friends or with people who were once strangers, you're bound to come across issues that must be brought up and resolved. Most issues can be discussed without hurting any feelings...
Inspiration: Railway Carriage Bedroom
This railway carriage is full of original woodwork that makes it a beautiful space for this bedroom. While it's actually just a set for photo and film shoots, we find the soft wood tones, old patina...
Cymbals from TaiDesign
Attractive lighting never fails to grab our attention, and TaiDesign's Cymbals are the next in a long line of torrid obsessions with pendant lamps....
Get The Perfect Body In Bed With This Duvet Cover
Ever had a dream that you woke up and had the perfect body? No? Well now you can with this *cough* life-like duvet cover. The 14yr old inside of us is still giggling, because all we can think abou...
Good Questions: More Affordable Alternative to the Neo?
Wendy has a good question: I am in love with this Neo sectional sold at DWR, but the price, 5K, is way out of my budget. Does anyone know of another, similar (or
knock-off) to this sectional? I have s...
Using Binder Clips To Keep Things In Line
Country Home
We are super big fans of smart organization, especially when they are ideas that can have multiple uses like this bulletin board. It's original intent is to hold business cards and notes, but we thi...
Home Design Event at Target
Have you been checking out the Home Design Event at Target? There's really a treasure trove of affordable, well designed pieces over there that we're excited about......
Scavenger: Knoll Platner Dining Table for $2000
San Francisco
From Design Within Reach, a glass topped Platner Dining Table by Knoll for $2000. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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Using Towel Warmers as Heaters
Because it's technically winter here in San Francisco, we've been looking at elegant ways to heat the house. The ugly furnace from 1994 is the only heating source we have. It is on our to-do list to r...
Shelving Solutions from Sunset Magazine
While homes with built-ins seems to be the envy of all (including us), sometimes a space or budget calls for something different. Here are a few creative shelving choices that look equally chic and do...
Mimosa Chair by Umbra
So we know it's way, way not the time to be thinking about outdoor furniture, but it's drizzly and cold so much of the year in the Northwest that it's never really the time anyway. So, season be dam...
Rummer Redo: Expanding A Cramped Galley Kitchen
The Oregonian
While California has Eichlers, Oregon has Rummers. Built during the 60's and 70's, Robert Rummer's homes pop up everywhere from Beaverton to Gresham and are recognizable for their open floor plans, ce...
Before and After: Anh-Minh's Hand Painted "Wallpaper"
Before - Prepped and Ready to PaintIf you follow her wonderful blog, you'll know that Anh-Minh has been busy with many projects at her new home. One of the most impressive is her DIY "wallpaper"......
InHabit Modern Dwellings
Created by North Vancouver-based InHabit, these small buildings are versatile enough for many places and many uses. Above we see an InHabit dwelling being delivered by helicopter to a forested recre...
Gypsy Chandelier from the Sundance Catalogue
This chandelier has managed to reduce us to a puddle of "oooh, pretty colors...shiny!" Which, when we think about it, is probably what a chandelier has always been meant to do, as well as refract an...
3 Ideas For Repurposing Around The Home
We admit that we love to repurposing things as often as possible around the home. 9 out of 10 times, things always have another use! That's why we love the these home "craft" projects from our frie...
Good Questions: Something Similar to these Lamps?
HS is looking for stable lamps. He writes: Would you please help me find lamps similar to these two Ralph Lauren table lamps? Or a better price for them?
(Note: Include a pic of your problem and your ...
Roundup: DIY Lighting Ideas
Lighting could be the one essential key to making your spaces great. Even a poorly designed or decorated room can be made to look fabulous with the right lighting and likewise, an amazing room can f...
How To: Make a No-Sew Bag
We usually don't have the patience (not to mention the tools or skills) for most of Martha's craft projects, but this no-sew bag sounds easy enough, and the result is so pretty and useful....
Scavenger: Set of 4 Teak Danish Modern Chairs for $90
San Francisco
In Ingleside, a set of 4 Teak Danish Modern Dining Chairs for $90. Free deliver in SF is available. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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Modern Decor Details in a Traditional Home
Jeffers Design Group
Local San Francisco designer Jay Jeffers took on the job of renovating a huge 1913 Presidio Heights home and injected plenty of modern decor details throughout some very traditional rooms. For instanc...
Adding Color with Plants
Even though we've been all about adding color this year, we still sometimes find ourselves drawn to the simplest of palettes. Take for instance the black, white and neutral living room here. Thing is,...
Etsy Find: Creative Night Lights
None of our outlets at home are in the right place for a night light, but we would certainly use one if we could. They're especially useful when entertaining overnight guests, who may not be familia...
Bay Area Rental Market Gives Tenants an Edge
SF Chronicle
The good news: A recent study shows that Bay Area rents will soften in 2009 due to the lagging economy. The bad news: You mean besides the lagging economy? Well......
Style Century Magazine
There's nothing like cracking open the pages of a new magazine...except when you don't have pages to crack. Or subscription fees to pay. For the last few months, Style Century Magazine has been poppin...
Mixed Print Bedroom by Todd Romano
Oh, whoa. This blue-and-white print bedroom by designer Todd Romano doesn't just bring up the question of combining multiple prints. It answers it with an emphatic, "Yes, yes, hell yes!"......
Garbage Lamps: From Trash To Treasure
We came across these kitchen tools and appliances turned into lighting elements from a company called Garbage. We love the detail that is in each piece and the old patina on each found item that has...
Good Questions: Details on this Chair?
Claire sent an email: I came across this chair, couldn't find the maker. There's no label underneath, but it's still in good condition. The leather is in very supple and, I like the tufted back. Can y...
Renters: Do You Own A Safe?
There are some things when you rent that you know you should do or own, but never really get around to it. For us, owning a safe is one of those things. Sure we have renters insurance to cover the ...
Look! Window Security in the Mission
One thing we absolutely celebrate here at AT is taking the lemons of a living situation and turning them into lemonade. Like window bars, for instance......
Scavenger: Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen for $2600
San Francisco
An authentic Swan Chair designed by Arne Jacobsen, in the Red Fame fabric is available for $2600. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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House Tour: Frances' Light-Filled Haven
San Francisco
Name: Frances Weiss
Location: Lower Pacific Heights, San Francisco, CA
Size: approx. 450 sq. ft.
Years lived in: 3 years, rented
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If you think that this sunny San Francisco stud...
Etsy Find: Paradise Hill Design
Every home should have at least a few pieces with real soul - an inherited gem, a thrift store find... or an item lovingly hand-crafted from reclaimed wood, like those of Paradise Hill Design......
Survey: Curtains -- Open or Closed?
This weekend, Portland experienced the dreaded sunny day...repeatedly. As the unfamiliar rays touched down, we considered pulling back the living room curtains and letting a little Vitamin D venture i...
Good Questions: Feedback on Mirror and Recommendations?
It's bedroom month, and I'm stuck on a detail in my freshly cured room. It's the mirror. I happened to have it in storage and I thought it went great with the ombre finish on my chest as well as the c...
Bed by Dominic Wilcox
Don't. Budge. That's the first thing we thought when we saw Bed by Dominic Wilcox. The project is a mattress that's been shaped perfectly for a side sleeper but leaves absolutely no room to toss, tu...
How Do You Keep Things Original?
This great quote from Jim Jarmusch comes alive with the design stylings of Mark Malazarte. It can be difficult to make things feel personal, new or fresh in our lives, especially with the bombardme...
Jessica's Bedroom: All Things Bright & Beautiful
Meet Jessica Louise, a 21 year old student from England who has a bedroom that isn't exactly typical of your average twenty-something. From the amazing built in storage to the fantastic wallpaper ch...
Clear Containers
Did you see the feature in February's Domino on organization and labeling? Well we're all for keeping things orderly, but why not use clear containers and skip the extra label step? Let the contents s...
Scavenger: Herman Miller Eames LCW in Red for $500
San Francisco
A 2 month old Herman Miller Eames Red LCW in new condition for $500 is available. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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Bedroom Inspiration on AT:SF
A few of our favorite bedroom posts from AT:SF this month...full of inspiration!
Bedrooms in the Attic
A Clean-Slate Bedroom
Inspiration: Artwork in the Bedroom
Inspiration: 4 Great Bedrooms
Luxury Te...
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