Serene and welcoming, this penthouse residence showcases a lifelong collection of prized Asian Art within the backdrop of the exhilarating San Francisco skyline. The intimate experience with art is poetically juxtaposed with the expansive views of the city, much like being in a well-curated private garden with a distant view.

We created layers of spaces to house the art in order to prioritize light sensitivity. Museum quality displays and lighting were designed for ease of use and to support the owners’ desire to rotate their extensive art collection with flexibility. Unlike a museum, a deliberate blurring between art, artifacts, furnishing and home necessities offers a true experience of living with art in the comforts of home.

Interior Design: Wiseman Group

Photography: Roger Davies

Elegant lines and contrasting surfaces define and enrich the spaces within this full-floor Pacific Heights apartment. Folded planes of eucalyptus wood provide warm textured surfaces that frame the stunning views of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridge.

The discerning owners of this 3500 square-foot residence were looking for a home with the conveniences of apartment living and the amenities of a stand-alone house. To achieve this the original interiors were stripped, all building systems were upgraded, and the space transformed.

Interior Designer: Darlene Fridstein

Photographer: Paul Dyer

This luxurious home floats 24 stories above the heart of San Francisco. The minimal architectural design accentuates the spectacular views and showcases our clients’ passion for books, art and modern living. Prominently featured is a minimalist,yet fully functional, kitchen.

Photography: Dennis Moore

Empty nesting on a maple tree is the metaphor we used to think about down sizing for an accomplished couple. We designed all the wood work in the home using and featuring the naturally beautiful grains of a single maple tree. Maximizing built-in cabinetry minimizes furniture and clutter.

Photography: David Duncan Livingston

We designed a private art gallery and artist painting studio repurposed from a two bedroom & two bath residence in a high-rise tower. Our client asked us to maximize art walls, harness natural light, incorporate commercial quality gallery lighting, use durable and economical finishes and create ample art storage. We conceived an angled wall to create more art display and funnel natural light deep into the gallery hall. With abundant natural light and amazing views, the resulting space supports the artist’s creativity while the light and vistas fuel inspiration.

This 3,500 square-foot co-op is all about its 300 degree view of the city skylight. Situated in The Royal Towers, the address demands sophistication and grace. Our challenge is to design an elegant residence for large gatherings and a home that is cozy for two on foggy nights.

The design solution is to contrast the view with exotic wood casework that displays an extensive sculpture collection and accommodates storage. Rooms in the open plan are defined by sculpted ceiling, and elements with curved geometry accentuate the flow of space while enhances the views. The resulting design evokes Art Deco proportions and elegance.

Photography: Dennis Bettencourt

This 4,100 square-foot co-op combines elegance with livability. Built in casework is detailed like furniture to provide ample storage and display while offering the refinement and intimate scale that fine furniture provides. Remaining faithful to the original 1920s apartment, original molding and trim are restored while the layout is simplified and rooms enlarged for modern living.

Photography: Dennis Bettencourt