Featured in the AIA San Francisco 2009 Home Tour, this residence in San Francisco’s Glen Park neighborhood underwent a full seismic retrofit and new third story addition. Set in a steeply sloped hillside, the project¬ included extensive rear yard improvements, terraced gardens and a steel bridge that connects the living spaces to the outdoors. A new roof deck takes advantage of the dramatic downtown views. Interior highlights include a custom stair “ribbon” of steel and kumaroo wood, a built-in wine cellar, and dumbwaiter on two levels.

Patio and exterior.
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Living room with hand-carved fireplace mantel from Italy.
Living room - huge mediterranean living room idea in Santa Barbara

Hidden storage behind bedside cabinet; Custom-built cabinetry; Emily Minton Redfield Photography
Small transitional reach-in closet photo in Denver

Mark Woods
Example of a minimalist white one-story flat roof design in Seattle

Example of a classic u-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete countertops, yellow backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Greenhouse - country detached greenhouse idea in San Francisco

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Driveway and exterior.
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Custom wood and metal gates, rails and grillwork, and masonry arch were added to the wall. The new entry gate used wood salvaged from cut-off sections of the new trellis added to the garage. Large nail heads in the gate and details in the railing duplicate the detail on the new entry door. Photo by Frank Baptie Photography.

What once was a closed off galley kitchen, is now open to the dining room and living area. Perfect use of space for a Manhattan Size One Bedroom Apartment. © Devon Banks

This traditional Shaker Kitchen has a masculine feel with its chocolate lower cabinets and walls of subway tile. The apron farmhouse sink is the centerpiece of the galley juxtaposed with a contemporary pull-out faucet. By applying a mirror on the door it gives the impression that it leads to a Dining Room. The wide plank flooring in a walnut stain adds texture and richness to this space. Laura Hull Photography

Mark Woods
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary wooden u-shaped staircase remodel in Seattle with wooden risers

Bathroom.
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Office.
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Charming cottage featuring Winter Haven brick using Federal White mortar.
Example of a classic white brick house exterior design in Other with a shingle roof

Matthew Millman
Kitchen - contemporary l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen idea in San Francisco with gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, marble countertops and a single-bowl sink

Larry Falke
Large trendy open concept and formal light wood floor living room photo in Orange County with gray walls and no fireplace