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:

Whether you’re decorating your houseboat or your studio apartment, you need to get creative when working with a small space. Look for items that fold away easily, are flexible and easy to move, and have multifunctional uses. Here are 3 great ideas to help you think big in your small space:

As apartment renters ourselves (yay SF housing prices!), we are always looking for great ways to make a rental feel like a permanent home… without losing our deposits.

Here are some great ways to personalize a space that are totally undoable when you move out: