Family room project in San Francisco. Photo credit: Dean J. Birinyi.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed family room remodel in San Francisco

This renovation was inspired by the owner's love of color, and by the 1940s vintage of the cottage--specifically, the colors of classic American dishware of that era, such as Fiesta and Jadeite. In the new space, handmade coral tile and green cabinets provide a splash of tropical color to help counteract the gray Pacific Northwest climate outside. A fresh green tile fireplace surround unifies the living and dining spaces. Photos: Anna M Campbell

This renovation was inspired by the owner's love of color, and by the 1940s vintage of the cottage--specifically, the colors of classic American dishware of that era, such as Fiesta and Jadeite. In the new space, handmade coral tile and green cabinets provide a splash of tropical color to help counteract the gray Pacific Northwest climate outside. A fresh green tile fireplace surround unifies the living and dining spaces. Photos: Anna M Campbell

This renovation was inspired by the owner's love of color, and by the 1940s vintage of the cottage--specifically, the colors of classic American dishware of that era, such as Fiesta and Jadeite. In the new space, handmade coral tile and green cabinets provide a splash of tropical color to help counteract the gray Pacific Northwest climate outside. A fresh green tile fireplace surround unifies the living and dining spaces. Photos: Anna M Campbell

Ethnic inspired fabrics and furnishings unify the global design scheme of this guest bedroom. Photography: E. Andrew McKinney
Example of a trendy guest carpeted bedroom design in San Francisco with beige walls

Family Room: A custom ottoman, cornices and sofa were created to coordinate and an area rug was brought in to unify the space. Hunter Douglas window treatments were installed and Global Views occasional tables were used as a console and end tables. Photo Credit: Brantley Photography

This renovation was inspired by the owner's love of color, and by the 1940s vintage of the cottage--specifically, the colors of classic American dishware of that era, such as Fiesta and Jadeite. In the new space, handmade coral tile and green cabinets provide a splash of tropical color to help counteract the gray Pacific Northwest climate outside. A fresh green tile fireplace surround unifies the living and dining spaces. Photos: Anna M Campbell

Our game plan going in was to use both modern and traditional elements, blending together eclectic patterns and textures, to create a visually layered room. One of the first decisions we made was to divide the room into four quadrants. Why? Two reasons. First, usability. In a big open room filled with long tables, there is no way to create a defined space for conferences, group meetings, or casual conversation. With the room pieced into sections, the areas for talking are more intimate, and the sofas and chairs are triangulated in a way that facilitates conversation. Additionally, you can have four separate meetings or conversations occurring simultaneously without one group disrupting another, so it’s just practical. The second reason for the quadrants was design cohesion. It’s difficult to construct an eclectic look in a large room that is also cohesive. But by breaking the room up, we were able to design four parts that each have their own tone and personality, and then each of the four sections play off one another to work as a unified whole.

The open-concept design of this contemporary townhome is unified through a thoughtfully curated color palette that creates a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. Carefully layered hues, rich textures, and complementary finishes establish visual continuity while allowing each area to maintain its own distinct character. This cohesive approach enhances the home's architectural openness, maximizes the sense of space, and creates a sophisticated backdrop for the homeowners' curated collection of global art and furnishings. The result is a luxurious, harmonious interior that feels both expansive and effortlessly connected.