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We like to imagine what it might be like to live in a Salvador Dali painting. Always fascinated as a child with the melting clocks and strangely proportioned animals, Dali's surrealist images inspired...
This drawing by artist Ben Fry is not of state borders, topographical features, or water bodies. It's of streets and only streets (26 million of them). The streets' densities and shapes coalesce to ...
Q: Speaking of the Vestige table, what do you guys think of the World Market Loft Dining Table? It fits into small spaces, has simple but gorgeous lines, and expands with a leaf if you want it to. I...
We have been planning to post about these tiny porcelain art pieces for a while. They are made by Ashley Goldberg from Portland, Oregon. There is something very special about miniature art. The s...
This wardrobe from CB2 was put together for a photo shoot and hasn't been used since. Get it now in Potrero Hill for about $200 off the retail price. See below for more finds......
We love the little surprise details of a home that aren't apparent right away when you walk in. A brightly painted closet interior is one of these, and it's such an easy weekend project that we h...
Painted floors have the power to completely transform a space. We've seen them on Apartment Therapy in every color of the rainbow (literally!), but these examples take it a step further by includ...
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• SF Museum of Craft + Design
• SF MOMA Ar...
Name: Sasha Darling
Location: Excelsior Neighborhood San Francisco, CA
Size: 1200 sq. ft.
Years lived in: 5
Anyone who has visited BellJar, an amazing boutique in the Mission that is chock full of ...
We always look forward to seeing what perennial favorite DwellStudio has in the works for kids and babies and, let us tell you, they've been busy! Introducing three lovely new designs and a wide array...
Our friends over at Re-Nest covered this collaboration a while ago, but we're happy to say that Amy Butler's new bedding collection for Bed Bath & Beyond is now actually available online......
If you, or anyone you know, has ever referred to themselves as a chair whore, then this is the site for you. This self-proclaimed chair porn site is a treat for anyone who enjoys hot, sexy chair desig...
When they moved into their new Portland home, thespians Richard Rolfe and Stephen Rutledge put their skills to work on the interior and exterior. One project was to create an outdoor living space sh...
Q: Help. My wife desperately needs a jewelry armoire (her everything is everywhere) but for some reason, 99% of jewelry armoires are ugly. We thought we'd finally found one (shown here) that was prett...
These gorgeous photographs are from a portfolio of Kathryn Russell. Her work is so inspiring! We admire beautiful light and color in all of her interiors. The stylist work is also incredible. It'...
In San Jose you can get an Offi Scando white coffee table that's still in the box for $375, about $125 off the retail price. More deals after the jump......
As if our obsession with owning books weren't enough to deal with on its own, we've now also become obsessed with the "bookcase of the day" feature on Jamie Meares' blog, I Suwannee. The book storage ...
Want to add a dose of heavy metal to your home without blasting any Sabbath? Portland-based Etsy store Delia Furniture might have just what you need. Working mostly with steel, pieces range in fi...
The Sophia is a "2 in 1" Lamp and Storage piece designed by BabaAkcja. The perforated shade allows you to store and display your earring collection...hot or not?...
Aqua blue is one of our favorite colors to play around with in the home. Surprisingly versatile, it can create a vibrant focal point in a neutral room or add a bit of serenity to a more colorful ...
Aside from hardwood floors, beautifully aged brick walls just might be the most sought after architectural detail in a home. We don't see as many of those gorgeous old lofts with miles of exposed...
Finally! We've often wondered if the extravagant "outdoor living room" concept could be done on a non-extravagant budget, or at least look nice but not as fussy as the slick magazine spreads on the ...
Moving is a pain. In spite of the excitement of a new adventure, a new home, or even just a new space to decorate, the physical act of moving is exhausting and the mental toll it takes is palpable. We...
When we posted Four Funny Welcome Mats, we had no idea we were in such cool company. Then we stumbled onto the pic of this fellow's door mat......
Q: We bought this Lillberg couch from Ikea last year as a guest bed, but the split cushion pads make it terribly uncomfortable to sleep on (the cushions that are split vertically when in the couch pos...
We mentioned Barbara Hulanicki Hula Wallpaper from Graham & Brown previously on Apartment Therapy, but when we saw this photo it reminded us how much we like it. There is something very calm about ...
You can finally get around to displaying all those photos stored on the computer with these large gallery frames from Pottery Barn. They're priced at $25 each or two for $40. More deals after t...
Recently we traded in our long-standing copper bowl centerpiecefor this crazy African violet. Cute, huh?
This month on Apartment Therapy we're posting about Setting Up Home, so I've been mulling over...
The work of local ceramicist Laura Walls Taylor is strongly inspired by nature, with birds, fungi and thorns adorning many of her creations. But while pretty is important, we also need function. ...
This summer my husband and I took a trip to the Pacific Northwest, with stops in Seattle and Vancouver. But our final stop was the most anticipated and, in the end, by far the most restorative....
Sir Sean Connery and his silver loving cup (or quaich),designed by Scottish silversmith Michael Lloyd
Okay, sure, Sean Connery is handsome... but check out that silver loving cup he's holding!! Now t...
Imagine going away to camp and leaving your cute -- but dated -- room behind, and coming back to a sophisticated cool-as-heck new room? That's what happened to 14-year-old Madeleine when her mother re...
If any of Mark Darley's photographs look familiar to you, we're not surprised. The San Francisco-based photographer's work has graced the pages of nearly every shelter magazine we can think of, f...
We just discovered this beautiful artwork that brings an interesting modern flair to a timeless adage. These limited edition prints are printed on paper that changes color depending on your angle. Che...
We've moved several times in our lifetime and, for us, it's always a DIY affair. We've always wondered if we're with the majority or if most others hire movers......
Q: I need help with my basement apt. It's half aw-shucks diner and half pretty princess pony castle. The diner kitchen and Berber carpet are low quality and will be eventually replaced ( I bought), bu...
These wonderful papercuts are by Tina Tarnoff, a San Francisco designer. She cuts them out by hand from a single sheet of paper. To create contrast they are mounted on Indian cotton rag paper and...
This Silverado dining table from CB2 has only been used for a two month staging project (meaning it's in like-new condition) and is available for $175. Check it out, plus many more finds, after...
Ours is not a tablecloth household; my husband and I are too in love with our reclaimed wood dining table to cover it up, ever. As you can imagine, though, we've amassed quite an extensive collec...
We love this simple vignette of vibrant tulips paired with a cool, retro-style clock. It got us wondering, how many of you choose your floral bouquets to match your decor?...
When I was growing up I used to sit in my grandparents' stairwell and just wait for the shiny walnut cuckoo clock to chime. Now it's hard to imagine being so patient, but I still love the idea of...
A good friend was recently telling us that she'd love to create a big piece of wall art for her boys' room, and we enthusiastically promoted the idea of a tree mural or some other kind of tree art. Wh...
A black and white palette can be great for adding drama to a small room, but can end up cold when done throughout an entire house. Add a pop of natural green, though, and things instantly feel mo...
While perusing Canadian House and Home, we found a how-to for a very involved (for us) DIY headboard project. The instructions called for creating a frame out of two-by-fours and attaching plywood, ...
Cruising around Flickr, we came across this delightful play on terrariums--small toy animals in recycled jars. We think these are a fun way to put a collection of small objects on display, and like th...
Galvanized steel is a rough-and-tumble, weather-resistant building material that's a mix of zinc and steel. The zinc prevents corrosion so you'll often see the material in outdoor applications....
Q: Hi, I wanted to know more info on this chair...anyone know who makes it? Looks kind of Knoll-ish, but I can not find any information on the web what so ever! Thanks!!
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This Stockholm apartment belongs to interior designer Anna Lilja. The variety of furniture and mix of different styles shows off her talent as a decorator. We admire the way she highlights differ...
The Toto Cube Lamp acts as a surface space and lamp in one, making it great for a nightstand or side table. Pick this one up in Oakland for $100. More deals after the jump......
Fences are often treated as strictly utilitarian objects, but we've often wondered why we don't see artful ones more often. After all, a fence is a highly public feature of a home, sometimes the ...
A spare room is a thing of dreams for many small space dwellers, so if you've got a home that has one we are admittedly a tad envious. However, figuring out what to do with that extra space can be tri...
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