From Couch To Kitchen To BBQ And Back In No Time Flat: 176 Palm
It’s an elegant façade, enclave (Jordan Park) and remodel. And while some might be quick to judge the “great room” above (which we quite like), keep in mind there’s also…
We’re Suckers For Dramatic Before And After Shots (And Renovations)
Façade Before: Façade After: It’s a top-to-bottom contemporary deco remodel of a two-unit building in Laurel Heights (52-54 Iris). And yes, it’s sure to elicit strong reactions (one way or…
If Only We Could Get This One “Un-Remodeled” (21 Parsons)
So while it was the $299,000 garden studio that first caught (and then lost) our attention, it was the juxtaposition between the original woodwork (which we love) and the very…
Mid-Century Modern (That’s Been Remodeled): 1401 Eucalyptus Drive
“Mid-century modernism” really isn’t our thing, and some are sure to bemoan the loss of the original detailing, but we’re still digging the stone work and drooling over all the…
San Francisco Living: Home Tours (A Chance To Comment In General)
If you participated in the San Francisco Living: Home Tours this weekend and care to share your thoughts about any of the homes other than 55 Sheridan or 306 Mullen…
Classic, Classic, And Yet Contemporary Up At 23 Belmont
It’s a classic exterior, in a classic little San Francisco enclave, with a completely contemporary interior and finishes. Think integrated audio, video, lighting and heating throughout; a kitchen outfitted with…
The SocketSite Scoop On 67-69 Belcher (As Promised)
Born a furniture warehouse, 67-69 Belcher was destined to be demolished and redeveloped (into condos) in the early 1980’s. Instead, artist Spaulding Taylor and partner acquired the Duboce Triangle property…
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…
You Had Us At Heated Granite Floors (And We’re Not Granite People)
The little (and not so little) things that caught our eye at 801 Teresita: heated granite floors, a Duravit sink, Axor fixtures and skylight in the bathroom; Scavolini, Sub-Zero, DCS…