With an ever-growing roster of Southern California clients, San Francisco designer Kendall Wilkinson is expanding to Los Angeles

Nicole Hollis brings her passion for artful design to an oasis of tranquility

Designer Timothy Corrigan’s new passementerie collection for Samuel & Sons, Bagatelle, is rooted in his passion for French decorative arts

Una Malan on the soul-satisfying magic of her immersive new design space

Kneedler Fauchère celebrates its enduring legacy of global design

Designer Jiun Ho channels his favorite destination into a new textile collection

Design industry entrepreneurs Serena Dugan and Sarah Von Dreele bring their artistic visions to new home collections

Vladimir Kagan Design Group’s Chris Eitel debuts his first furniture collection building on his work with the iconic designer

Designer Jay Jeffers transforms a historic property in Healdsburg into the Madrona, a boutique hotel where local makers, contemporary art, and even Oscar Wilde play a spirited role

An artful international collaboration transforms the work of ceramicist Makoto Kagoshima into folial rugs and fabrics

Designer Jay Jeffers transforms a historic property in Healdsburg into the Madrona, a boutique hotel where local makers, contemporary art, and even Oscar Wilde play a spirited role

Eternally chic Christian Astuguevieille debuts a new capsule collection for Holly Hunt

Fabricut partners with centenarian icon Iris Apfel for a collection imbued with her ebullient style

In This Issue 101: INTERIOR ALCHEMY 33 – Collections evoking earth, air, water, fire, and spirit create magical spaces. A SENSE OF PLACE 46 – Soane Britain’s new home expands the storied collection’s presence in San Francisco. By Frances Homan-Jue THE HOMEOWNER’S POV 48 – Entrepreneur and CEO Deborah Anderson-Bialis shops the SFDC. By Anh-Minh Le INTERACTION DESIGN 50  – In conversation with cultural […]

Designers know more than most that within a certain context, anything can be beautiful. “I keep my eyes open all the time,” says designer Jana Magginetti, explaining how she searches for inspiration. Here, Magginetti tells us about the value of a strong accessory, the “elegant edge” of the San Francisco design world, and the easy transitions that help […]

Inside the world of fabric designer Seems Krish Known for her appreciation of color and pattern, Seema Krish’s textiles bring a modern, yet timeless, touch to any interior. The Bombay native, who is represented by De Sousa Hughes at the San Francisco Design Center, sat down with Dering Hall to share the inspiration behind her work, her design process, and details about her […]

In a 1970 interview with Life magazine, furniture maker George Nakashima talks about working with trees from an island near Kyushu, Japan, that are between 6,000 and 7,000 years old. “In their presence you feel humility instead of that arrogance that wants to conquer nature,” Nakashima said. Interior designer Lisa Staprans counts Nakashima as one of her […]

SPECTACULAR NEW SHOWROOMS GIVE SISTER BRANDS BAKER AND MCGUIRE EACH THE SPACE TO SHINE At the shared entrance of a new 16,500-square-foot space, an Italian-marble foyer leads left to McGuire and right to Baker, each direction reflecting the distinct sensibility of the two iconic furniture houses. Baker’s more formal aesthetic unfolds in urbane black and […]

CAREFULLY FASHIONED (above) The living/dining area is accessorized with Mountfacon double sconces by Jonathan Browning (De Sousa Hughes) and pillows in a cool black fabric by Zinc (De Sousa Hughes). Kendall Wilkinson creates a stylish getaway | By LINDA O’KEEFFE “I LIKE TO WALK INTO A ROOM and take it in as one piece before […]

INTERIOR DESIGNER JEAN LARETTE’S (above image) SPIRITED RUG COLLECTION FOR DONGHIA Always vivacious and turned out in high style, interior designer Jean Larette has created a debut collection of rugs for Donghia that is as spirited and glamorous as she is. The Cocktail Collection features five bold looks that marry dynamic lines with urbane neutrals […]

A vintage image of (above) pioneering design purveyor Dorothy Kneedler Lawenda. DOROTHY KNEEDLER LAWENDA’S DESIGN LEGACY More than seventy years after Kneedler | Fauchère was founded, several lines that were discovered, brought into the fold, and mentored by the company’s founder, the late Dorothy Kneedler Lawenda, are still thriving. The showroom has represented Clarence House […]

THE STAR ASSET CLASS OF SAN FRANCISCO DESIGN In SoMa, Adobe and Zynga face the San Francisco Design Center, with the brand-new One Henry Adams residences running like a backbone between these hubs of digital and physical design. It’s the embodiment of a thriving synergy: Bolstered by a robust Bay Area economy and an influx […]

The new Simone fabric (above) ONDREA VICKLUND AND KELLIE MENENDEZ CREATE HAND-ILLUSTRATED WALL COVERINGS AND FABRICS INSPIRED BY THE NATURAL WORLD Against a backdrop of Summer Fog gray, a gathering of bees wings its way through fronds of lavender and olive. This misty little scene, an homage to the Bay Area landscape, is one of six […]

(Above image)Co-founders Geoffrey De Sousa and Erik Hughes Marking 20 years of the superb sensibility of De Sousa Hughes The handworked Japanese finish of a Tod Von Mertens table. The embedded bronze of an Erden rug. The reach of a tree across a hand-printed Timorous Beasties wall covering: all elements that create an atmosphere of […]

NOUGAT GOES SHOPPING… Happy love day! Enjoy this short & sweet video of photographer/director David Duncan Livingston’s pup, Nougat, sniffing out all that SFDC has to offer.

::SPOT LIGHT:: Congratulations to all nominees and winners of this years Designers of Distinction Awards.  If you missed out on this amazing event, here’s a short video recounting all of the exciting highlights!

Susan Chastain and Willem Racké’s Tangerine Dream Lounge is a warm yet vibrant place to relax on the comfy 1950’s settee with a cocktail, of course. Susan and Willem partnered with the SFDC’s De Sousa Hughes, Kneedler | Fauchère, and Shears & Window to create a creamsicle-inspired place of respite. Photography by Rebecca Kmiec

Beth Daecher’s Sea Scape Powder Room transports one to a calm oasis. The Mediterranean roots of the house are emphasized with wallpaper that has a seaside feel, and porthole mirrors recall visions of sailing on the bay. Beth partnered with the SFDC’s De Sousa Hughes, Pindler, Robert Allen, and Walker Zanger to create this jewel […]

Melanie Coddington’s Rosé Lounge is modern, unapologetically feminine, with hints of vintage – inspired by feminine edginess and fueled by French rosé wine. Melanie partnered with the SFDC’s Cowtan & Tout, Georgina Rice, HEWN, and Shears & Window for this Instagram-worthy lounge. Photography by Patrick Argast

Eden Wright’s Ocean Retreat Bedroom took its inspiration from the healing ocean air and stunning bay views from the room’s picture window overlooking the Marina Green, the Bay, and the Marin Headlands. Her light-filled sanctuary with white linens, natural grass shades, and woven fabrics has textured layers and pops of silvered blues and deep ocean tones to […]

Jeff Schlarb’s Ten Thousand Dreams Master Bedroom is a retreat in the home – a space for romance, abundance, and comfort – a place to allow dreams to flourish. Jeff partnered with the SFDC’s De Sousa Hughes, Donghia, HEWN, Half Full, Kneedler | Fauchere, Shears & Window, and Sloan Miyasato to create a space to uncover passions […]

Drawing upon the inspiration and success of Ronald McDonald House in Long Island where the design community rallied to refresh the 28 year-old facility, the San Francisco Design Center is proud to embark on a major philanthropic initiative in 2015. The SFDC has partnered with Ronald McDonald House at Stanford to provide major interior design […]

::HOT TOPIC:: To honor and recognize Bay Area interior designers, the San Francisco Design Center showrooms are pleased to present the first ever Designers of Distinction Awards gala luncheon as part of Design San Francisco 2011. Over 200 designers were nominated by the SFDC showrooms in eight categories and winners will be announced at the […]

In This Issue: Creating Sanctuary 33 – Our guide to making your home a haven. Cultivated Space 46 – 20 Years of the Superb Sensibility of De Sousa Hughes. ANH-MINH LE Wrapped in Luxury 48 – An exquisite range of textiles and wall coverings unfolds in Hewn’s new space. ROBYN WISE The Wild Places 50  – Half Full’s hand-illustrated collections inspired by thenatural world. RHONDA […]

FRAME: Debuts 37 – The hottest new collections at the SFDC Covet 41 – Covetable furnishings from the SFDC Working The Room 70  – The fashionistas behind San Francisco label Kamperett curate pieces with their refined sensibility. Fringe Benefits 108 – Parisian house Houles crafts passementerie for the 21st century. Robyn Wise Events 98 – San Francisco Design Center happenings FEATURES: La Maison […]

FRAME: Debuts 25 – The hottest new collections at the SFDC Covet 30 – Whats trending in San Francisco in Fabrics, Furnishings, and Beyond Vertical Composition 40  – The art of British Designer Tracy Kendal’s multi-dimensional wallpaper My Favorites: Lisa Ellsworth 45 – Creative guru Lisa Ellesworth curates her favorite tiles from the SFDC Event 67 – Design Center happenings FEATURES: Noble Home 48 –  Art […]

DEBUTS 29 The hottest new collections at the SFDCview more COVET 33 What’s trending in San Francisco in fabrics, furnishings and beyondview more DREAM WEAVERS 44 Two visionaries–one a French artist, the other a champion of British craft –preserve the poetry of process for the 21st century.view more MY FAVORITES: THE PODOLLS 80 San Francisco fashion […]

Debuts 25 The hottest new collections at the SFDC COVET 28 What’s trending in San Francisco in fabrics, furnishings and beyond TAILOR MADE 44 Interior design firm SagreraBrazil conjures a serene Millennium Tower master bedroom.By Anh-Minh Le MY FAVORITES: AZADEH SHLADOVSKY 75 Furniture designer, filmmaker and all-around fabulous Azadeh selects her favorite pieces from SFDC. […]

Visual Culture 25 The Best in Art & Design Covet 28 The hottest furnishings from the SFDC Tailor Made 44 Interior designer Catherine Kwong redefines glam rock in a Pacific Heights parlor.By Leilani Marie Labong My Favorites: Abigail Turin 73 The RIBA Award-winning designer selects five modern classics from the SFDCBy Leilani Marie Labong Event […]

Visual Culture The Best in Art & Designview more Covet The hottest furnishings from the SFDCview more Tailor Made A San Francisco home by interior designer Benjamin Dhong is a study in quiet glamourBy Leilani Marie Labongview more My Favorites: Jeanine Payer Iconic San Francisco jewelry designer Jeanine Payer selects eight gems from the SFDCBy […]

Interior Designer Matthew Leverone Creates a Bespoke Nob Hill Pied-á-TerreBy Kendra Boutellview more Day with a Designer An Inspired Day of Shopping with Interior Designer Beth MartinBy Kendra Boutellview more My Favorites: Erica Tanov Fashion Maven Erica Tanov Selects Ten Chic Pieces from the SFDCBy Alisa Carrollview more The Collective 3D Visits with Gary Hutton […]

Design Wisdom from a Master of the Craft John WheatmanBy Agnes Bourneview more Douglas Durkin Design By Stephanie Allen & Jennifer Patrickview more Fabric History By Laurel Spriggview more One of a Kind The Beauty of HandmadeBy Erin Cullertonview more Designers of Note By Kendra Boutellview more The Best Next Thing SFDC Showroom Highlightsview more […]