by Brian Dittmar Design, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, US 94117 · 48 photos
Presidio Heights traditional
http://www.briandittmardesign.com

Photography by Emily Payne

 
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Sandy mcgwire wrote:
How do you decide what to paint darker, the ceiling or walls? This pic changed my mind. love it »
· Comment · 7 months ago
Brian Dittmar Design, Inc. It depends on the room. In this case, the room was about 12'x12' with 10' tall ceilings -- so to try and get the proportions to feel right (instead of feeling like you were in a tiny, tall box), I painted the ceiling dark to bring it down to a more pleasing scale. If you have short ceilings -- anything under 9' -- I would only do darker ceilings in specific circumstances....for example a powder room that you want to create the sense of being inside a jewel box.
7 months ago ·
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rodlandal wrote:
Give detail on the color of Hallings Secretary - Is this more og a yellow tone ivory or soft white? »
· Comment · 13 months ago
Marie Meko, Allied ASID I did it through Hickory Chair . They will not change the interior but will custom the exterior. I think I selected one of the blue tones that they offer but they will do any Benjamin Moore color.
13 months ago ·
rodlandal Thanks Marie! Your responses have been so helpful!
13 months ago ·
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jillchristy wrote:
Does anyone know where I can get those curtains? »
· Comment · 15 months ago
Brian Dittmar Design, Inc. Hi there-

I had them made by my local drapery workroom using a Beacon Hill blue and white plaid fabric.

Thanks!
15 months ago ·
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katorato wrote:
What is the name of the fabric on the chair? »
· Comment · 16 months ago
Brian Dittmar Design, Inc. That is a fabric from Kravet, but I am fairly certain it's been discontinued. However you should be able to find similar small-scale geometrics either from Kravet or another fabric vendor.
16 months ago ·
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tfirst wrote:
The chandelier is amazing! Could you tell us more about it and where it is from? Thank you! »
· Comment · 23 months ago
Brian Dittmar Design, Inc. hi-it's a Murano glass chandelier that actually came with the house when my clients bought it....used to hang in the dining room but we moved it here and put shades on it. So I'm afraid I don't know where it's from...
23 months ago ·
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sbark wrote:
I'd also love to know where to find this secretary...or ones that are similar. Would this work with lighter shade of hardwoods? Thank you! »
· Comment · 23 months ago
Laura Michaels This secretary is by Hickory Chair
23 months ago ·
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deborab wrote:
Could you kindly inform us what colors did you use? Thank you »
· Comment · 23 months ago
deborab Thank you for your kindness
23 months ago ·
Brian Dittmar Design, Inc. Hi - the walls are Benjamin Moore HC-153 and the ceiling is HC-151.
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joditraveller wrote:
Would you share where this secretary is from? »
· Comment · 23 months ago
Brian Dittmar Design, Inc. Hi - the secretary is from the Thomas O'Brien collection for Hickory Chair.
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What Houzz contributors are saying:
Home No. 1: Tailored details and patina in Presidio Heights The owners of this elegant home in San Francisco's Presidio Heights neighborhood wanted a look that was traditional but still livable. Dittmar incorporated soft colors, textiles, and beautiful patina with more structured and classic elements, such as tailored upholstery. In this office, the combination of clean and classic desk set and fun colors breathes new life into what could easily become an old-fashioned look. The pop of the dark wood in the secretary and the structured upholstery on the desk chair — both by Thomas O'Brien for Hickory Chair — keep this little nook from becoming too girly.
added by Becky Harris to Classic Pieces: The Secretary Desk
This desk, designed by Thomas O'Brien, is a wonderful transitional piece. It plays with geometry and has clean lines, yet pays homage to traditional secretaries. I believe this is the desk that Mr. Big used to conceal a television in Sex and the City II. Carrie Bradshaw wasn't a fan of that concept, but I think it's a good design compromise for a TV in your bedroom.
added by Charmean Neithart Interiors, LLC. to A Love Letter to Writing Desks
This modern secretary in a calming blue home office is perfect for some quick paperwork and then a relaxed moment to compose a handwritten note.
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