Every year, San Franciscans wait patiently for what everyone else calls Autumn: our Indian Summer! For a few weeks this time of year we dig out our ‘vacation clothes’, and spend as much time outside as we can. To entice you, we’ve rounded up a few things going on around the city this month:
Most of us who live in rentals don’t have the luxury of hanging our own hardwire lighting. Even homeowners not ready to have an electrician over might be limited to installing lighting only where boxes exist. Restrictions to this conundrum include having a limited choice of great looking light fixtures and having to look at the cords all the time. But, never fear! If you consider the cord as part of the fixture, there are lots of stunning plug-in fixtures to choose from and plenty of inspiration as to how hide (or show off) those cords creatively.
Especially in a small space, the more floor you can see, the bigger it feels. As an alternative to heavy bookcases, solid coffee tables and deep desks, consider mounting furniture to the wall, to free up floor space and keep the room airy. Here are a few ideas to flaunt your floor!
Well, Mark Twain sure got it right. Summer in San Francisco is when we get our winter gear out of storage and keep a stash of blankets at the ready. But don’t let the chilly breeze off the bay deter you from enjoying your outdoor space! Here are a few tips on keeping warm in style, whether you enjoy it on a fire escape or roof-top deck:
As interior designers, we are constantly inspired by every aspect of life. Everything we see and experience becomes part of our personal archives and it’s our job to pass the creativity to you. Fashion and interiors have influenced each other since King Tut was gracing the throne, and the only difference today is that the trends change every 3 months instead of every 300 years. So if you’re looking to keep up with some of the current trends this summer (either in your closet or in your home), here are some great options:
Maybe you have a collection of 20 teapots you inherited from your grandmother, or every Atari game cartridge from the 80’s. Whatever your collection, a thoughtful display will let you appreciate the objects without feeling cluttered.
Spring has arrived, and that means it’s time to get your gardening gloves on! Growing your own plants and vegetables is fun, good for your air quality, and you’ll always have fresh mint for your juleps. With a little creative energy and a slightly green thumb, you can create a great garden in any space from a window sill to a large deck.
Join Labexperiment this Thursday at the SFDC!
Amp up your home with a piece of art that has an on/off switch. Letting light double up as art is a great way to add color and interest, all while making your art multi-functional!
