San Francisco’s Transbay Terminal Design Proposals: Highlights
Keep in mind that design elements of all three proposals are likely to change (some rather dramatically) between now and the final selection on September 20th (and again between the…
The SocketSite Scoop: San Francisco’s Transbay Terminal Designs
Yes, all three proposals include wind turbines on top of their towers; will aim to achieve either Gold or Platinum LEED certification; and plan to rise between 1,100 and 1,350…
Another Signature San Francisco Façade That’s For Sale (2588 Pine)
No particular story. Just another nice “signature” San Francisco facade that’s up for sale. ∙ Listing: 2588 Pine Street (3/3) – $2,495,000
Word Up! (A Reader Recommends 7 Cameo Way)
From a reader: “A wonderful mid-century modern by an unknown architect, in perfect architect-restored condition.” (From us: remodeled in 2002 with redwood bookshelves, black walnut floors, Italian kitchen cabinets, and…
Two TICs And A Thought From A Tipster (222-224 Funston)
A tipster wonders about value (“I guess there is no harm in asking for over million for each of these nicely renovated flats…hether the sellers will actually get over $2.5…
Those Amazing Automated Aluminum Louvers On 1234 Howard
A reader notices the individually operated (unit-by-unit that is) aluminum louvers being installed on the south face of 1234 Howard (and notes floor plans on the updated property website). And…
Transbay Design Competition: The Revised Schedule And Unveiling
Frederick has heard rumblings of a 1,500 foot tower (despite the current height limits of 550 feet), and as Jamie notes, you can watch the unveiling on SFGTV (channel 26)…
Two Toby Levy Designed Townhouses Up On Ord (40-42)
It’s a Toby Levy designed two townhouse building on “one of the best blocks in San Francisco” and boasting “indoor and outdoor spaces…blurred with large terraces and soaring living spaces,”…
A Reader’s Cathedral Hill Comment: Great Words Edition
“Overall, this tower, though not unique, is far better multi-unit residential design than SF has been typically force-fed (i.e. the crap all over the place). I don’t think this is…
Not Overheard Everyday: Don’t Hit Your Head On The Fireplace
It’s the central staircase and fireplace designs that caught our attention. And perhaps it’s also interesting to note that it last changed hands on 2/24/2006 (for what we’re assuming was…