Jan 22, 2024 | read more
Potbelly Stove to Contemporary Custom Fireplace When winter arrives, people want to cozy up to a warm fireplace. This cute home has a cabin-y feel, with the knotty cedar wood paneling. While the potbelly stove did go with the environment, the client wanted a more modern, updated look. I custom-designed this simple, contemporary fireplace to […]
Aug 07, 2023 | read more
What a difference color and texture can make! In this San Francisco home, we removed old wallpaper and replaced it with a green subway tile backsplash continued throughout the space to unify the kitchen and dining areas. Now they’re bright and stylish. Alternating chair backs play with materials and a connection to nature in a […]
Oct 08, 2018 | read more
Autumn is here! This time of year my thoughts turn to sweaters, raking leaves, and getting cozy by a warm fire. Here are a few of my favorite fireplace designs that my clients love, and I think you will, too! Gentleman’s Modern Classic I like to call this one a modern classic because the […]
Nov 12, 2015 | read more
Continuing our series inspired by our love of Mad Men, interior decor and cocktails, we are pairing design and drinks! This post, a manly room needs a manly drink, and with the upcoming holidays we decide on a classic cocktail for this classic contemporary interior. As you can see in this San Francisco apartment, strong rich colors complement warm wood and tactile […]
Nov 01, 2011 | read more
I want to thank Homeportfolio for featuring me as their San Francisco interior designer today in their article about Decorating your Mantel. The fireplace mantel is always a centerpiece, even in San Francisco where some fireplaces don’t even work! Adding large photos or artwork on top of the mantel is a great way to balance out the “black […]