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BODY OF WORK
Design legend Suzanne Tuckers latest book, Suzanne Tucker
InteriorsThe Romance of Design, highlights some of her most
exquisite projects to date. Gentry Home takes a look at three,
including Tuckers own marvelous Marin residence.
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A STUDY IN CONTRAST
Architect-turned-interior designer Matthew MacCaul Turner
reinvents a Nob Hill apartment in black and white.
Award-winning author Diane Dorrans Saeks reports.
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LAKESIDE LUXURY
Award-wining interior designer Blair Morgan of
Morgan Design Group in Menlo Park infuses an estate
at Fleur du Lac with luxurious sophistication.
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FAB FINDS
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he difference betweengoodandgreat designis in
the details. The features in this issue illustrate
that point beautifullyall are centered on
homes with great bones. Indeed, these
are structures that could and would
lookwonderful entirelyempty, but
whenanexpert designer is allowedtolet his or her cre-
ativityblossom, the merelywonderful becomes sublime.
Our cover feature highlights three of the marvelous
residences inSuzanne Tuckers latest designtome Suzanne
Tucker InteriorsThe Romance of
Design. Tucker, who spent her early
career working with the legendary
Michael Taylor, has earnedjust about
every design award and accolade
possible, and its easy to see why
when perusing her book (Body of
Work, page 34). Every inchof the
interiors she conjures is deco-
ratedwitha meticulousness that
is staggering. We are thrilledto
give you a peek into this port-
folio and encourage you to
meet Tucker at a special book
signing next monthat Frette at
Stanford Shopping Center (details below).
San Francisco architect-turned-designer Matthew MacCaul
Turner speaks withaward-winning author anddesignwriter Diane
Dorrans Saeks about one of his latest projectsa sleekNobHill apart-
ment rendered in black and white
(A Study in Contrast, page 42).
Designer Blair Morganof Mor-
gan Design Group and
HOMEinMenloPark
has hada banner year
opening his jewel
of a shop on Santa
Cruz Avenue, de-
signingthe spectacular
dining roomat The Penin-
sula Volunteers Silicon Valley
Decorator Show House, which
earned him a feature in The Wall
Street Journal, andworking ona bevy
of design projects, including the
sophisticated Lake Tahoe residence
featured in this issue (Lakeside Luxury,
page 48).
Also in this issue, we take a look at
oneof Indias most glamorous newhotels
(Destination Design, page 30). Designer
Vernon Applegate of Applegate Tran
Interiors andarchitect MarkBrandtrans-
forma Portola Valleyestate (Hillside Haven,
page 24). And Karen Mitchell and Sara Mitchell Hansen of St.
Helenas Model Bakery share a mouthwatering recipe for sticky
buns (Bakers Delight, page 32).
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curated collections, including Sue Fisher
King, Kendall Wilkinson Home, and Anthem.
To that impressive mix comes BaBoo, the brainchild of Galit
Chay. I grewup just outside Tel Aviv and knewat an early age
that I was attracted to the beautiful and the unique, recalls Chay.
When all of the other kids wanted to wear the same brands,
I was forever on the hunt for something very different, some-
thing unexpected.
That quest still drives Chay to this day. Now I finally have
a place to share my discoveries, she notes of BaBoo with its spare,
gallery-style space. Sprinkled throughout the boutique are glit-
tering, one-of-a-kind lamps and lighting fixtures that draw
passersby in droves. The fixtures combine elements of Oriental,
Baroque, and modern design. They are crafted by the artists Elie
Sagi and Billy Berger in Israel, notes Chay. Sagi and Berger regu-
larly visit Venice, Paris, Brussels, Milan, and Istanbul to seek out
high-quality materials, fromVenetian silk and glass to Swarovski
beads and exotic brass fixtures. Theyve developed special meth-
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Once youve been dazzled by the lamps, your eyes
are drawn to whimsical wire sculptures, striking pho-
tographs, and bold chairs and stools in vibrant colors
with seats and backs crafted entirely from woven yarn.
These are some of my favorite pieces, admits Chay.
They are made by a firm called Gaga & Design. Their
team is always looking for the right balance between
beautiful objects and functional furniture, playing
with textile material and visual weight. Theyve taken
traditional Japanese weaving methods and improved
upon them. The versatile chairs can be used indoors
and out.
In addition to furnishings and art, Chay carries
an intimate selection of jewelry crafted in 18-karat
gold by Tovi Farber. I never take my Tovi ring
off, says Chay, who fell in love with the
designers pieces over a decade ago. They are
handcrafted and have an amazing textural
quality about them.
Chay likens a visit to BaBoo to a refreshing
journey off the main road. Think of the best trips when
you find a hidden gem of a street or a little alley with charming cafes
and sights. I want BaBoo to provide that wonderful feelingto be a
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Beautiful handmade goods at
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Ann Sacks Circa Quatrefoil tile in
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Osborne & Littles Butterfly Garden is an exotic
composition of vibrantly colored butterflies on finely
detailed monochrome roses, and is available in
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Thomas Pheasants collection for Baker features
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Bell alligator tiles are crafted of leather and
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Designer Guilds Alexandria wallpaper in
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INTERIOR DESIGN BY VERNON APPLEGATE OF
APPLEGATE TRAN INTERIORS, SAN FRANCISCO
ARCHITECTURE BY MARK BRAND ARCHITECTS, SAN FRANCISCO
LIGHTING DESIGN BY LUMINAE SOUTER ASSOCIATES,
SAN FRANCISCO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRISTOPHER STARK, SAN FRANCISCO
A sophisticated Portola Valley
residence combines cutting-edge
looks with spacious family living.
HILLSIDE
HAVEN
Massive sliding doors
by Fleetwood open to the
beautiful hillside views.
W
hen the homeowners
first touredthis hillside
property in Portola
Valley, they fell in love with the view,
but that was about it, recalls architect
Mark Brand. The original home on the site had been built in the
80s, in a very contemporary style, but the quality of construction
was spotty and the finishes were poor, not to mentionenergy-inef-
ficient. Brand and his team were hired to rejuvenate the house
from top to bottom.
The first order of business was to open up the floor plan and
eliminate a greenhouse-style sunroom, which got so unbearably
hot as to be unusable, recalls Brand. We tore down walls and
completely demolished the sunroom, replacing it with a new
dining room open to the remodeled living room and kitchen.
Brand then added a new office and deck above
the new dining room, as well as a new master
suite. All of the exterior windows were replaced
many with sustainable aluminum sliding doors by Fleetwood.
Stainless steel and cable railings were added to the expansive new
decks. We didnt want the views to be blocked, explains Brand.
Interior designer Vernon Applegate of Applegate Tran Inte-
riors echoes Brands sentiment. The view is key to the homes
design. We were brought ontoward the end of the project to work
oninterior finishes and to select furnishings, notes Applegate. The
homeowners were at different ends of the design spectrumone
wanted drama while the other wanted to keep things classic and
neutral. We found compromise in keeping a fewselect bold pops
of color toward the bottom 24-inches of the individual spaces,
and keeping the palette clean and crisp above that. The result
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A spectacular open great room
centers on a sleek kitchen with
Italian cabinetry by Pedini.
is that the view provides the real drama while
bold color pops keep things fun.
At the core of the newhouse is a great room
encompassing the kitchen, living, and dining
rooms. Applegate selected Outline cabinetry by Pedini in onyx.
The eco-friendly cabinets have an Asian-inspired feel with thin
aluminumstriping and a series of evenly spaced horizontal grooves
carved into the lacquered front surfaces, adding an architectural
touch. Countertops in a crisp white finish offer a counterpoint to
the rich black cabinetry.
Furnishings in the dining room and living room are easily
moved to allow for flexibility in entertaining, notes Applegate,
who surrounded a sleek Italian table by Calligaris with alternat-
ing red and gold resin chairs. A sectional sofa in charcoal is
embellished with touches of aubergine, and anarea rug inlime and
violet is topped by a glass coffee table. The
chrome arc lamp is a vintage find fromthe 70s,
the designer shares.
On the decks, terrific outdoor sofas, chairs,
and coffee tables by Walters Wicker (the go-to choice for patios
at elegant resorts like the St. Regis Bal Harbor) offer inviting
places to relax. Applegate included ottomans in lime and violet
to add interest and whimsy.
In contrast to the great room level, we kept the master suite
level very mutedits restful and almost spa-like with colors in
taupe, grey, and ivory, notes Applegate. To keep it interesting,
with a monochromatic palette, we placed emphasis on texture.
The resulting home is not only a showplace for thoughtful
design solutions, but also a family-oriented residence where each
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Architect Mark Brand and designer
Vernon Applegate infused this
home with a rich contemporary feel
and luxurious finishes.
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and a panoramic view with the historic dome
of Humayans Tomb in the foggy distance.
The heated plunge pool is large enough for
brief laps, which can be followed by repose
on the cantilevered chaise lounge.
The Lodhi hotel site includes a large
sheltered swimming pool, tennis courts,
and outdoor spots for quiet reflection.
Guests often use the pool in the cool of
evening for refreshing laps.
A
nethereal Meier-modernnewhotel with
a serene garden setting and elegantly
delineated architecture is the new chic
place to stay in Delhi. Its The Lodhi,
just 3 years old, and already a favorite of
stylishyoung Delhi couples and interna-
tional travelers intent ongetting to know
the fast-changing and surprising newIndia.
Its also a favorite hotel for Silicon Valley talent, like art collec-
tor Komal Shah, a former Yahoo! exec whorecently joinedthe Asian
Art Museumboard. Topinterior designers like L.A.-basedMichael
S. SmithandJean-Louis Deniot of Paris landthere onbusiness trips.
The first impression of The Lodhi is of massive walls of carved
marble slabs deployed with precision and superb restraint. An
austere and highly refined architectural sensibility is at work here.
Pared down and gracefully delineated, the walls of honed ivory-
colored stone are reminiscent of the pale carved exterior walls of
the Taj Mahal.
India is always celebratory and ornate, and many travelers
arrive specifically to immerse themselves in the excitement of hal-
lucinogenic hues and the jangle of music and crowds.
The Lodhi is from another aesthetic: a modern-style sensibil-
ity, one that is truly Indian and poetic, without the razzle-dazzle.
The hotel architect and designer is AustralianKerry Hill, based
inSingapore and WesternAustralia. He is a master of his craft. The
Lodhi feels India-modern, but chic and 21st-century. Delhi with-
out a trace of nostalgia.
Hill notes that he referenced Indias great history of palaces and
temples and past building traditions through suggestion and asso-
ciationrather thanreplication, and through the reinterpretationof
indigenous building forms as opposed to mimicry.
We prefer to build upon what is there, and to contemporize
our understanding of what it canbe, says Hill. I thinkof our design
for The Lodhi as being current, but filtered through a sieve of tra-
ditional values.
At the light-filled limestone entrance, a large carved black
stone water basin is filled with brilliant orange marigolds. A but-
ler silently guides guests along anenfilade of silent hallways. Inthe
suite, a graceful bedroomhas anefficient series of adjacent wardrobes,
luggage stands, and dressing tableseverything in the right place.
The scent of fresh tuberoses wafts through the air.
The butler disappears and returns witha glass of fresh-squeezed
pomegranate juice, the ultimate Indianluxury. There are many other
treats in store.
The hotel is expertly and gracefully co-managed by New
Zealand-born former diplomat Robyn Bickford and her husband,
Manav Garewal. They pamper guests, opening up their Black
Book for special sources for cashmere shawls, finding rare tickets
for an event, and taking care of all details.
In each suite, through a tall shuttered door is a wide sheltered
stone terrace. Eachsuite has a heated plunge pool ona terrace thats
open to the fresh air. Privacy is perhaps the most precious travel
luxury, and The Lodhi feels like a private residence. There are no
obtrusive signs, and staff members greet guests by name.
The hotel is set on 6 acres, has 2 wings, 9 floors, 39 rooms, and
28 suites. And theres a panoply of restaurants, a hair salon, a lap
pool, and plunge poolsall sheltered by jaali screens to modulate
light and intense outdoor heat.
The dcor throughout has a very light andairy sensibility of mod-
ern Anglo-Indian, with dark exotic wood wall cabinets, bronze
bowls filled with pomegranates, stone bowls with fresh tuberose
blossoms, everything cohesively modern Indian. All furniture is
locally crafted.
The Lodhi, a favorite for auction houses and museum types,
recently partnered with the Apparao Galleries of Chennai to
showcase contemporary Indianart and sculpture around the hotel.
SharanApparao, the galleries founder and owner, curates a revolv-
ing collection.
The Lodhi is a dramatic property, and a haven in fast-paced
Delhi. I cant wait to return. N www.thelodhi.com
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DESIGN
Award-winning author Diane Dorrans Saeks journeys to the subcontinent
and discovers an architectural masterpiece.
The New Modern India
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RECIPE
St. Helenas beloved
Model Bakery, the brainchild
of foodie Karen Mitchell,
has been captivating
customers for decades.
Together with her daughter,
Sara Mitchell Hansen, Karen
has recently published
The Model Bakery Cookbook:
75 Favorite Recipes.
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Bake ry Cookbook will make your
mouthwater andstimulate hunger pangs.
Photographer Frankie Frankeny has captured
some of Model Bakerys most requested breads,
classic desserts, and fresh pastries in exquisite
detail. From Pain au Levain and Sticky Buns to Peach
Streusel Pie and Ginger Molasses Cookies, the glorious
recipes of the mother/daughter Mitchell teamwill make this
delicious read a reference gem for all novice and professional bak-
ers. They have graciously sharedtheir Sticky Bunrecipe withGentry
Home. Enjoy!
Some bakers know these as Philadelphia cinnamon rolls.
Every morning we put out tray after tray of the caramelized
buns, and every morning we sell out. KAREN MITCHELL
DELIGHT
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SCHNECKENDOUGH
This butter-rich sweet dough is used to
create spiral snail pastries, says Mitchell.
We use it for a lot of our other Danish-style
sweets, too. The idea behind schnecken
doughis tomake it the night before, soyou
can assemble and bake fresh rolls the next
morning. Like croissant dough, it is much
easier to handle when chilled, and you get
great results without the laminationprocess
that croissant dough requires. This recipe
makes about 2 pounds of dough.
SPONGE
Cunbleached all-purpose flour
Cwater
t instant (also called quick-rising
or bread-machine) yeast
DOUGH

Cwhole milk
2 large eggs
2 t instant (also called quick-rising
or bread-machine) yeast
1 t fine sea salt
3 Cbread flour, as needed
Csugar
6 Tunsalted butter, at roomtemperature
To make the sponge: The day before bak-
ing, combine the flour, water, and yeast in
a small bowl. Cover with plastic wrap. Let
standina warmplace until the surface shows
bubbles, about 1hours.
To make the dough: Combine the sponge,
milk, eggs, yeast, and salt in the bowl of a
stand mixer. Affix the bowl to the mixer
and fit with the paddle. Mix on low speed
until the sponge has dissolved. Graduallymix
in 2 cups of the flour to make a sticky
dough. Turn off mixer, cover bowl with a
kitchentowel, andlet standfor 20minutes.
Mix the dough on medium-lowspeed,
gradually adding the sugar. Mix in enough
of the remaining flour tomake a soft dough
that cleans the sides of the bowl. Replace the
paddle with the dough hook. Knead on
medium-lowspeeduntil smoothandelas-
tic, about 8 minutes. Add the butter, 1
tablespoon at a time, letting the dough
absorbeachadditionbefore adding the next.
Knead until the dough is shiny, about 1
minute more. Turn out the dough onto a
lightly floured work surface. (To make by
hand, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the sugar
over the dough in the bowl. Using floured
hands, pull upabout one-thirdof the dough,
stretching it about 10 inches, and fold over
the top of the dough. Flip the dough over
and repeat with another 1 tablespoon of
sugar. Repeat twicemore, flippingdoughand
working in the remaining sugar. Turn the
dough out onto a floured work surface.
Knead, addingflour as necessary, until dough
is supple, about 8 minutes. Dot the dough
with 1 tablespoon of butter and continue
kneadinguntil butter is absorbed. Doughwill
feel sticky, but donot addtoomuchflour to
compensate. Repeat withremaining butter,
kneading until dough is smooth and shiny.
Shape the dough into a thick rectangle.
Wrapwell inplastic wrapandrefrigerate for
8hours or upto24hours before using. The
dough will look puffy, but not doubled.
FILLING
1 Cunsalted butter, plus more for the pans
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Cpacked light brown sugar

1 Tground cinnamon
Unbleached all-purpose flour for
rolling out the dough
2Cchopped walnuts or pecans
Method: Generously butter two 8-inch
cake pans. Beat the brown sugar, butter,
and cinnamon together in a mediumbowl
with an electric mixer on medium speed
until combined.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly
floured work surface into an 18-by-10-
inch rectangle. Spread half of the butter
mixture on the dough in a thin layer, leav-
inga -inchborder onall sides. Sprinkle1
cups of the walnuts over the butter mixture.
Starting at a long side, roll upthe doughand
pinchthe long seamclosed. Cut the dough
into 12 equal slices.
Divide and spread the remaining butter
mixture in the prepared pans. Sprinkle the
remaining walnuts into the bottoms of the
pans. Arrange the slices, cut-side down, in
the baking pans. Cover loosely with plastic
wrap. Let stand in a warm place until the
buns look puffed, about 1hours.
Position a rack in the center of the oven
and preheat to 350F. Bake until the buns
are golden brown and the dough near the
crevices looks dry, 30to35minutes. Let cool
in the pans for 5 minutes. Invert the pans
ontoa large-rimmedbakingsheet tounmold
the buns. Scrape anyof the sauce fromthe
pans over the rolls. Serve warmor at room
temperature. (The buns are best the day
they are baked, but may be wrappedinalu-
minumfoil andstoredat roomtemperature
for up to 2 days. Reheat the wrapped buns
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Architect Charlie Barnett and Tucker worked
together to create this 10,000-square-foot
Georgian-style home. The living room
features three seating groups. A massive
custom-carved mantle of Cabouca limestone
resides under On the Roadstead of Mandal,
Norway by the German artist Karl Paul
Themistocles von Eckenbrecher.
S
uzanne Tuckers design work is in a category by itself. Her impeccable taste
is matched only by her encyclopedic understanding of antiques, fabrics,
furnishings, lighting, andfinishes. Discerning individuals who appreciate design
at this extraordinary level often become Tucker clients for life, entrusting her
to decorate multiple homes for them. As a result, her portfolio reads like eye
candy. Thankfully for design aficionados, publisher Gianfranco Monacelli,
at Monacelli Press, convinced Tucker to share more of that portfolio in Suzanne Tucker Interi-
orsThe Romance of Design.
On the following pages, you will be treated to just a tiny bit of this luxurious coffee table
book. Tucker shared three projects fromthe book with us, including a sky-high condominium
at MillenniumTower in San Francisco, an English-style country manse on the Peninsula, and
her own stunning Marin home.
Notes Tucker in the forward to her newbook: My work begins with listening. I want to
hear frommy clients about their ideas of home, everyday living, personal desires, and dreams.
I amentrusted with their own distinctive tastes, their unique family lives, their particular pas-
sions, treasures, and happiness at home. She goes on to say, We laugh about the hats I wear:
detective, diplomat, coach, psychologist, marriage counselor, educator, peace-keeper, con-
fidant. But being privy to such personal information is an honor and a responsibility that I take
to heart and never lightly. This devotion to her clients and determination to fulfill their design
dreams is apparent in every image brilliantly captured by award-winning photographers
Edward Addeo, Matthew Millman, and Michael Venera.
As we evolve, our homes should as well, says Tucker. A house should be able to stand
beautifully bare, revealing to us graceful volumes, elegant proportions, and [light]. When a
house is overlaid withones personal collectionsart, furnishings, and accessoriesit canbecome
an expression of individuality and a vessel for memories, tangible and intangible. Ahouse can
be a lifelong romance, and we should find ourselves falling in love with our homes over and
over again.
Design legend Suzanne Tuckers latest book highlights
some of her most exquisite projects to date.
BODY OF WORK
INTERIORS BY SUZANNE TUCKER OF TUCKER & MARKS, SAN FRANCISCO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY EDWARD ADDEO, MATTHEW MILLMAN, AND MICHAEL VENERA
Reprinted with permission from Suzanne Tucker InteriorsThe Romance of Design by The Monacelli Press
A hand-blocked, vine-patterned wallpaper
(opposite) climbs the David Adler-inspired
oval stairwell. A cerulean blue velvet sofa
(this page) grounds the vast volume of the
living room. The 19th-century Persian
Khorasan inspired a palette of azure blues,
cream, walnut, and cinnabar.
Looking from the living room (opposite above)
of the Georgian manse, designed by Tucker, an
enfilade of rooms unfolds. Tuckers own living
room (opposite below) features an eclectic mix,
including an 18th-century French mantle,
Regency chairs and sofa, and a late Qing
period low table. Antique Bargello, Fortuny, and
silk pillow fabrics pick up colors from a Spanish
Chinoiserie leather screen. At the foot of the
bed in the master bedroom (this page), Tucker
placed a 19th-century silk ikat she purchased in
Istanbul and an 18th-century Italian bench that
belonged to Tony Duquette. Silhouetted against
pale toast-colored grasscloth walls, a Tang
horse and rider rest atop a French mantle.
A couple wanted to bring the warmth of their
former Victorian residence to the sleek and modern
Millennium Tower in San Francisco. With intricate
woodwork, Tucker was able to make the seemingly
impossible a reality. In the study (this page), a pair
of bergres pulls up to a Biedermeier pedestal table,
while a richly upholstered window seat frames
dramatic views of the Transamerica Pyramid.
Azul do Mar quartzite on the counters and back-
splash in the kitchen (opposite above) brings in
the blues of the Bay outside. Walls lacquered a
vibrant, saturated blue, mirrored pocket doors inset
with stained glass panels, a gold-leafed ceiling,
and a vintage Murano chandelier create a glamorous
dining room (opposite below).
The black accent niche is painted
Benjamin Moore Jet Black and frames
Gary Ruddells Man on a Wire from Dolby
Chadwick. The Armless Belgian Track
arm sofa from Restoration Hardware and
a vintage cocktail table made from an
18th-century bronze grill sit opposite a vin-
tage iron garden chair powder-coated black.
The Jean Cocteau plate is from Limoges.
The floor has practical epoxy coating.
W
hen MatthewMacCaul Turner was commissioned to design the
interiors for a Nob Hill apartment that was mostly windows and
view, he lookedtohis designheroesOrlandoDiaz-Azcuy, John
Dickinson, Michael Taylor, and Frances Elkinsfor inspiration.
These great California designers were practiced at revealing and
not concealing great views, emphasizes Turner.
Tuners client, a retiredteacher andpianist whopractices pianodaily, hadpurchaseda full-floor
apartment years go, confident he had the skills to update it himself. Eventually, he hired Turner,
andthe twoinitiateda remodel andre-design, rejectingall existingfurniture except the babygrand.
The historic NobHill locationreveals panoramic views inall directions, withglass walls lend-
ing sunlight and evenmoonlight to the spaces throughout. Turner painted the place white and
decidedtokeepnewfurnishings flexible. He purchasedjust the perfect minimumof tables, chairs,
and a tufted ottomaneach piece unique.
Theres theGothic architectureof GraceCathedral, themassivebrownstoneof thePacific Union
Club, Huntington Park down below, and an endless cavalcade going on out the window,
notes Turner. Fromthis height, its fascinating day and night. After dark, neon lights flash, the
cablecar rumbles past, andlight andshadowareendlesslymesmerizing. Whitewas theonlyanswer.
White paint now floats across walls, from floor to ceiling, with not a drop of color or pat-
tern. Thats Turners daring, uncompromising, and decisively modernist move. His client
quicklyacquiesced. Newcolumns define windows, anda boldbase molding aligns withthe widow
sills. Turner is a secret modernist, so this is a subtly classic detail that he streamlined.
His client quicklylearnedfromTurner.I love studyingdesignpublications, andthought I could
easily do this myself, says the homeowner. But good design is about proportion, concept, and
cohesiveness. Its especially hardwhenyouare a minimalist. There is noroomfor error. I amnot
a designer. The ideas Matthewput out there pushedme toa muchhigher level of sophistication.
Turner also added the drama of black to the dcor. Benjamin Moores Simply White cov-
ers the millwork, andSnowfall White was splashedover ceilings andwalls. The genius concept,
however, is the use of black(BenjaminMoores Jet Black) injuxtapositionwiththe white dcor
andsunlit views. Blackalsohides electronics andcamouflages the wall-mountedTV. Matthew
paidattentiontomyrequests, andI trustedhimtoventure beyondwhat I couldhave envisioned,
notes the owner. He gave me confidence. We achieved the home of my dreams. I love it!
Interior designer Matthew MacCaul Turner reinvents
a Nob Hill apartment in super-chic black and white.
A STUDY
IN CONTRAST
INTERIOR DESIGNBY MATTHEWMACCAUL TURNER
STORY BY DIANE DORRANS SAEKS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACOB ELLIOTT
The bergres from Minton Spidell are
upholstered in Tribeca from Casamance,
and surround a custom-tufted ottoman
in white faux patent leather. Turner
designed the stainless steel tea table and
sofa specifically for the space. Drapery
fabric is Eden, by Pierre Freys Boussac
Collection in crme. An anthropomorphic
stool from John DrumAntiques is covered
in taupe cotton.
In the living room, recessed lighting and
motorized shades were added to control
the light and create atmosphere. But with
the never-ending tableau vivant just out-
side the windows, the resident seldom
closes them. Freys Eden drapery
maintains privacy and views while
adding softness to the minimal space.
Designing a sleek and pared-down modern space, I called upon my
training in classical architecture to correct proportions, resolve
details, and lend a composed air to the dcor, recalls Turner. Today,
the space has a sense of history but feels current and timeless.
Up-close reflections of Grace Cathedral
and the Mark Hopkins Hotel capture
attention in the window above a Glacier
White Corian custom sink and mirrored
vanity. The Rodin-esque bronze hand
fromA&G Merch holds soap.
In the kitchen, a Russian revolutionary
propaganda poster anchors the view.
Statuary white marble counters and back-
splash also wrap the window surround. In the
bedroom is Restoration Hardwares grey
linen bedding. Art in the bedroom is Charley
Browns Black on White Abstraction #3
from Dolby Chadwick. The desk is French
Directoire in style, and topped with a
Frankart bronze. The Pixo LED table lamp
by San Francisco designer Pablo Pardo is
from Design Within Reach.
Morgan mixes periods, styles, and colors in the dramatic
living room. Organic shapes and rich textures, from the
burl wood coffee table to the driftwood sphere and pod-like
hammock, echo the homes exquisite natural setting.
M
y client wanted something decidedly masculine, recalls Morgan,
whocarefully selecteda color palette of chocolate, navy, andcrim-
son for this contemporary Lake Tahoe home. Its built on the
grounds of the original Henry J. Kaiser estate, he notes. They
filmed The Godfather, Part II just steps away.
In the 80s, a developer tore down Kaisers manse and created
22 chateaux (including this one) facing the lake. Though 30 years old, the chateaux have won-
derful bones, including soaring ceilings, walls of windows, and stone fireplaces. Morgansought
to take advantage of all these elements and enhance them. We replaced floors, added mantles,
andguttedthe bathrooms, he says. Everything we didwas about enhancing the viewandmak-
ing the interiors inviting. We wanted guests to linger and not want to leave.
Morgan is acclaimed for his deft use of color and texture. The contemporary, sleek interiors
inthis project typify his expertise. We coveredthe walls inbeautiful papers craftedof cork, Capiz
shell, andmica, he notes. Marvelous rugs, including a major Tufenkianinthe living room, cover
the floors, while handmade chandeliers dazzle and glisten. Furniture pieces that double as
sculpture abound, the most striking of whichis a wovenhammockmade inTel Aviv that appears
to float by a window with jaw-dropping Tahoe views.
To enhance the masculine vibe, Morgan dressed a sofa in a charcoal pinstripe and a pair of
mid-century modernarmchairs innavy blue velvet. Acheckered chair inthe living roomis one
of Morgans favorite finds. I discovered it in a garden shop in the Hamptons, he recalls, and
I had it refinishedand painted withhigh-gloss automotive paint. The result is analmost ghostly,
surreal quality.
The striking dining roomis all about the massive fireplace, says Morgan. Anoval table echoes
the curve of the hearth, while a delicate light fixture of twigs and small pin lights adds contrast.
The master bedroomboasts views of the lake andforest. We usedFerragamo fabrics for the bed
linens, notes Morgan, and created custom bedside tables from rosewood and ebony. A pair
of club chairs, upholstered in navy mohair, finishes the space.
Says Morganwitha slight grin, Its not your typical Tahoe mountainhouseits a surprise.
Interior designer Blair Morgan infuses an estate
at Fleur du Lac with luxurious sophistication.
LAKESIDE
LUXURY
INTERIOR DESIGN BY BLAIR MORGAN OF MORGAN DESIGN GROUP AND HOME, MENLO PARK
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID DUNCAN LIVINGSTON
Fireplaces lend drama in the dining room
(this page) and family room (opposite).
Morgan layered each space with rich
colors and lavish textures, from velvet
and silk to sleek steel and raw driftwood.
The homeowner spotted the Brazilian origami-inspired chandelier at a gallery
in San Francisco. Morgan knew that it would work beautifully in the family room
(this page), adding whimsy and movement. The master bedroom features an
oversized custom headboard upholstered in leather (opposite), while an Art Deco
cobalt-framed mirror presides above a custom vanity with inlaid pebbles and a
blue glass basin. Even the breakfast nook reinforces Morgans masculine color
scheme, with a navy banquette and garnet throw pillows framing lake views.
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h, how we love our homes. And even more, we love planning
the next project on that home, whether it be something
substantial like replacing all the windows or redoing a
special room. In approaching such projects, knowledge is
key, and so we have enlisted some of our professional clients to support
those efforts. The following categories will help you learn all about some
subjects that you might be considering right this very moment, or, if not
right now, in the near future. Enjoy learning more!
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ABOUT
The Sustainable Alno Kitchen
Germanys premiere kitchen cabinet manufacturer Alno is renowned for its flawless contemporary
designs, but the company is also one of the greenest in the industry. Gentry Home speaks with Alno
expert Deganit Albalak to better understand the Alno difference.
GREEN FROM THE START
Since its inception in 1927, Alno has been
focused on the environment. The firm has been
so dedicated to green manufacturing that they won their
first award for exemplary Green practices in 1992, long
before the building industry started discussing
environmentally safe products. Currently, Alno prides
itself in using absolutely no formaldehyde in its products.
The company also has a zero emissions policy from its
factory. Their motto is: good for the environment, good
for people.
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BEAUTY AND LONGEVITY
Alno kitchens are more than just gorgeous, they are
often timeless. The thought, quality, and attention to
detail that goes into the planning of an Alno kitchen ensures
that the cabinets will function as beautifully as they look. The
result is that Alno kitchens last longer. Notes Deganit Albalak,
We recently had a customer stop in who had an Alno kitchen
installed in 1976. She was looking for new door pulls
(interestingly, not because the originals had worn out, but
because she felt like changing them). She stressed that the
kitchen looked as beautiful as it did the day it was installed.
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SUSTAINABLE WOOD
Wood used by Alno is sourced from managed
and sustainable forests. All waste, created
during production, is either reconstituted into new
materials or used as fuel to heat the factory. This
reduces the waste dramatically and timber resources
are used to maximum capacity. The air is kept clear
from harmful particles to protect the factory workers
and their surroundings. This is particularly important for
a wood processing plant. To that effect, the grind and
saw dust that is constantly produced is drawn from the
air using a high power air filtering system.
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PACKAGING AND
LOGISTICS
In packaging, polystyrene is avoided as much
as possible and cardboard is used instead, which is
easily disposable and has a neutral ecological effect as
it is recyclable. Environmental measures are also
applied in logistics: Comprehensive tour and load
planning ensures that the shortest and most efficient
possible route is chosen.
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RECYCLABLE MATERIALS
ALNO factories and products are continually
evolving, so most of the materials in an Alno
kitchen are made from materials that can be recycled
in the future.
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Home Maintenance Services
Your most valuable asset deserves expert care and treatmenta home maintenance service can save
you time, headaches, and money by making repairs and providing routine maintenance that many
homeowners overlook until its too late. Gentry Home speaks with the team at Wilkinson
Preservation to discover just why a home maintenance service is so important.
EXPERT CARE
Most homeowners dont have the time or
expertise to take care of household maintenance.
Hiring Wilkinson Preservation service means that you
have the convenience of having a single number to call
for all your home preservation needs.
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CONSTANT CONTACT
Weve developed a proprietary online portal
(www.WilkinsonPreservation.com) for clients to view
information about their property, notes LEstrange. They can
access any information about their home from their home punch
list, which they can add to at any time. They can also view their
floor plans that we create for them, if they dont have their own set.
We let our clients be as hands-on or as hands-off as they like. With
the online punch list, they can track what weve cited as possible
issues or needed repairs, and they can prioritize and approve
individual tasks to be taken care of when they please or bundle
them all together for the next time were scheduled to come out.
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AT YOUR SERVICE
A home maintenance service will keep track of
your past repairs and offer assessment for
keeping the house in top working order. They are also
ready for your call when you need anything from
plumbing to electrical to paint touch-up to excavation.
Wilkinson Preservation can even tackle bathroom and
kitchen remodels.
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NO TASK TOO SMALL
Most of our routine work consists of cleaning
and changing filters, bulbs, drains, and water
filters, fixing loose hardware, adjusting doors, matching
missing hardware, hanging art, and painting touch
ups, notes Steve LEstrange. These things are taken
care of during our quarterly visits, or whenever a
homeowner wants them done. Some of the more
common large projects we take on are deck repairs
and replacements, bathroom remodels, and kitchen
remodels. Because of Wilkinson Preservations link to
construction, we provide a very wide range of services
and always work with clients to assure a timely and
painless response to any request.
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ON SCHEDULE
Quarterly visits keep clients homes in check
for each season. They are tailored by each
clients Project Manager and field technician to keep
the home in the best condition, says LEstrange. For
instance, during our pre-winter visits, we make sure
that the homes heating system is in perfect working
order, that there are no leaks, cracks, gutter buildups,
and that all exterior lights and outlets are water-tight
and working properly. During the dry seasons, we
make sure all filters and air systems are in good work-
ing order, making a clients home a safe haven from
sinus irritants and allergens.
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Closets
Many homeowners dream of having the perfect closet, but it takes a closet expert to make it happen.
Gentry Home speaks with expert Uri Rosenberg of Closet Factory about the latest innovations avail-
able in closet design.
TAKE STOCK
When planning a custom closet, a closet expert
will first measure the space. The next step is for
the client to inventory every piece of clothing and
pair of shoes and ask his/herself if theres anything
that could move out (for instance: suitcases)? Is
there anything that should move in? Do you want
your necklaces next to your clothes? There are many
options for shelves, drawers, and custom storage
solutions. For instance, shelves behind cabinet doors
provide plenty of space for folded jeans, sweaters, and
shirts. A belt rack on the inside of the cabinet door
doubles as a necklace organizer. Drawers with locks can
store fine jewelry. But to incorporate those storage
solutions properly, an inventory of clothes and
accessories is key.
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TRENDING NOW
One of the biggest movements in wardrobe management is
closet curationa deliberate rejection of excess as it
pertains to the wardrobe. As a part of that trend, the walk-in closet
or reach-in closet becomes less like a storage unit, often crammed
full and visually hectic. Instead, hand-selected clothing,
accessories, and shoes actually becomes part of the closets
aesthetic whole.
More than just a fancy way of saying I need to get rid of my
junk, curation, in its highest form, is a consciousness of how and
why we wear the clothes we have. Usually, it involves taking steps
to distill our wardrobe down to only the best-loved and highest-
value pieces. The new luxury is now to be able to live and thrive
with a small, pleasurable wardrobe.
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WOODWORK AND FINISHES
A client also needs to consider the finish used in
the closet. Do they want to match the woodwork
presently existing in other parts of the home?
When a designer from Closet Factory visits a
clients home, they come prepared with a proprietary
design case that features a portfolio of our complete line
of products, sample cases of our materials, specialty
item offerings, and tear sheets of a complete range of
accessory selections. They also bring along an Idea
Book of Closet Factory designs and installations to
ensure that we not only help create the right storage
solution for your space but have added design
inspiration to your project as well.
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FLOOR STANDING UNITS
VS. WALL HANGING UNITS
Floor-based systems look more like a piece of
furniture, so they are often more aesthetically pleasing.
Structurally, they are stronger and offer more versatility
and adjustability. Wall hanging units dont offer as much
adjustability or flexibility due to construction limitations.
And they do not offer as much stability and durability
as floor-standing units.
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MORE THAN WALK-IN CLOSETS
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Custom Gates
Gates not only offer security and protection, but they make an important design statement.
Gates are, essentially, the first impression a guest has of your property. Gentry Home caught up
with gate and fencing expert Isela Moreno of Creative Gates in Redwood City to discuss gate
options available today.
YOUR PROPERTY
When designing a fence and gate system,
notes Moreno, our design team assesses your
property and then, given the type of use, your
exposure to the elements, and budget, determines the
best possible materials to be used in the project.
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MAINTENANCE
We are committed to client satisfaction, adds
Moreno. We offer maintenance services on all of our
products, and if an accident should happen, our metal works
team can make repairs.
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DESIGN
If you can dream it, we can build it, says
Moreno. We encourage clients to research
gates and styles and to look through our portfolios
for options. Our design team will offer several ideas
to best complement their property.
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ALUMINUM VS.
WROUGHT-IRON
While our team at Creative Gates is expert at
all types of metal work, notes Moreno, aluminum
gates and fences are our top sellers for a variety of
reasons: aluminum is a sustainable resource, its
lighter than wrought-iron and steel, it doesnt rust, and
it simply out-performs other metals in virtually every
application. It can also be painted and finished to
resemble wood, making the design options limitless.
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ATTENTION TO DETAIL
We are proud of our work at Creative
Gates, stresses Moreno. We finish our
gates with the utmost care. You will not see
imperfections in our metal work. We also take
great steps to make the installation as flawless as
possible, concealing mechanism boxes, cables,
and photo sensors from view.
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At Creative Gates Inc., we are committed to providing you with the best
quality and value in all metal works. With our unmatched set of skills and
equipment in the San Francisco Bay Area, we can fabricate the most challenging
gates, railing, fencing, and metal dcor, as well as create custom designs.
While wood products look great when new, the exposure to the elements
diminishes their look and functionality, shortening their life and increasing their
maintenance costs. At Creative Gates Inc., we found the way to fabricate equally
beautiful products with the long lasting value in aluminum. www.creativegatesinc.com
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Hardwood Floors
One of the most beautiful and important investments you can make in your home is installing hard-
wood flooring. Gentry Home speaks with flooring expert Michael Pinnock of Floor Coverings
International in Palo Alto to discuss the keys to selecting the right floor for your needs.
YOUR FLOOR
When selecting hardwood floor, there are a
number of factors to consider; including finish
type, species of wood, how you will use the flooring, and
of course where it will be installed, notes Pinnock. For
example whether you are installing the floor over
concrete or plywood might play a part in your selection,
and the cost of your project.
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BAMBOO AND EXOTIC
HARDWOODS
Bamboo flooring has a low impact on the environment
while still maintaining a quality level that is comparable to other
hardwoods. It is classified as a sustainable flooring product
because it has a much higher regrowth rate than timber. Pinnock
suggests selecting bamboo flooring if you are looking for a
contemporary, earth-friendly, easy-to-clean alternative to traditional
hardwood. He adds, but be sure it is properly sealed to prevent
scratching and scuffs.
Exotic African and South American hardwood species offer
some of the most luxurious looks in hardwood flooring, with
spectacular colors and patterns and impressive durability. Floor
Coverings International carries some of the most beautiful exotic
hardwoods available.
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OPTIONS, OPTIONS,
OPTIONS
Hardwood floors include engineered options,
solid hardwood, and exotic hardwoods and
bamboo, all of which have advantages and
disadvantages, so its important to consult a flooring
expert to understand what will be ideal for the
application you have in mind. Its also important to
understand coatings. When first applied, all coatings
look terrific. But not all coatings are created equal.
Some, like typical urethane products, degrade quickly,
which can lead to costly repair and replacement. Others,
like high-quality oils, can infuse your hardwood with rich
color and shine, and, with proper maintenance, can
increase the beauty and longevity of your floor.
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SOLID HARDWOOD
One advantage of solid hardwood flooring is
that it can be repaired very easily, with regular
maintenance says Pinnock. Solid hardwood (like oak,
maple, and mesquite) can be sanded and refinished
many times without losing quality, so you dont have to
worry as much about scuffs and scrapes. Also, solid
hardwood will age naturally and beautifully as the years
go by. However, it is susceptible to moisture and heat
damage. It can expand and contract, depending on
heat and humidity conditions. Its available in many
species of wood, and is available in unfinished (finished
onsite with multiple coats of oil or urethane) and
prefinished.
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ENGINEERED HARDWOOD
Engineered hardwood floors are also easily repaired.
They, too, may be sanded and refinished multiple times.
And engineered hardwood refers to the fact that a top layer of
hardwood (for example, oak, maple, mesquite, or exotic wood) is
bonded to cris-crossing layers of plywood to promote strength and
stability. Because of this bonding, engineered hardwood is much
more resistant to heat and humidity. Floor Covering International
carries a wide variety of exquisite engineered hardwood, including
Artistry Hardwood Flooring that is crafted of German white oak
and has the added advantage of color that runs throughout the
board so that scuffs and scratches are less noticeable. Oil high-
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Fine Rugs
Gentry Home speaks with Stephen Miller, owner of Stephen Miller Gallery in Menlo Park, one of
the industrys most respected experts on fine Oriental and contemporary rugs, about what every
client should know about selecting the right rug for their needs.
PREPARATION IS KEY
I always tell clients that they shouldnt wait until
they need a rug to look for one, says Miller.
Its a real benefit to visit a rug showroom at the
beginning of a design project. The rug serves as the
base of a visual hierarchy in a roomit can impact the
mood of the room.
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CUSTOM POSSIBILITIES
Of course there are many one-of-a-kind rugs, but
consumers should know that in todays hand-made rug
world, there are myriad custom options as well, says Miller.
Addressing size and color issues is daunting if we limit
ourselves to whats in stock. Working with a dealer who can
reliably deliver the right custom rug is often the best option.
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BRING INSPIRATION
Dont visit a showroom empty handed. Be
sure to bring paint chips, fabric samples, and
measurements or floor plans, stresses Miller. Its
also key to have an understanding of how the room
will be used.
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A COMMON MISTAKE
Many people say, Ive just spent a lot of
money on these floors, I dont want to cover
them up, notes Miller. This can often lead to the
purchase of a rug thats too small for the space. In
fact, a rug thats too small can visually truncate a
space, while a large rug makes a space seem larger.
In all of my years in business, Ive never had a client
come back and say I purchased a rug thats too big.
But they often return saying it was too small.
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FOCUS ON COLOR
AND TRY IT OUT
You can mix more styles than you would
expect if youve got the color story right, notes
Miller. Color flow from room to room is critical in
the design process. To really get a feel for the color,
you should take the rug home for a trial. Reputable
dealers will encourage you to take a rug home to
see how it will work in your space.
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Transparent Glass Coatings
The innovations in window coatings are incredible. Long gone are the days when protective film
meant a reflective, mirror-like look. Todays coatings are crisp and clear with incredible advantages
for energy efficiency. Gentry Home spoke with window coatings expert Eileen Hansen of
Transparent Glass Coatings in Monterey to discuss the benefits of this important product.
SUN PROTECTION
Many customers ask if they can get sun
protection with a window coating without the tint,
notes Hansen. The answer is yes. The transparent
films available today look completely natural, not like
mirrors. Interiors are protected without compromising
curb appeal.
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LONGEVITY AND CARE
Window films from Transparent Glass Coatings come with
a lifetime warranty on workmanship and materials, says
Hansen. Caring for them is as simple as caring for regular
windows. The coatings all have a scratch-resistant surface, so they
actually have the same hard surface as glass and may be washed
in the same way.
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LOW-E WINDOWS VS.
WINDOW FILM
Low-E windows were designed primarily to
save heat loss in the winter months. They
actually do nothing to cool down your house,
and in our experience, the amount of ultraviolet (UV)
rejection is usually around 56%, notes Hansen.
Window films stop 99.9% of UV and up to 97% of
infrared, the two major causes of fading fabrics, rugs,
and furniture.
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BEAT THE HEAT
Californians know that the sun can be brutal at
times, and depending on the exposure of your
home, it can significantly heat your interiors, stresses
Hansen. New cutting-edge technology has made
ceramic coatings possible in window film. These films
are constructed from highly specialized materials that
greatly deflect the suns ultraviolet rays while
maintaining a complimentary natural look. They also cut
heat dramatically, allowing the home to stay cool in the
summer months (often reducing heat by up to 10
degrees). Outdoor views are optimized as well, leaving
the homeowner with a crystal clear view without the
glare or heat.
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SINGLE PANE CONUNDRUM
Customers with single-pane windows often experience
heat loss in winter and wonder if they should replace their
windows with double panes, notes Hansen. A more cost-efficient
method is to add high-tech window film that can save up to 50%
of heat loss through the windows. It performs as well as most dou-
ble-pane window installations without having to throw away your
old windows and replace them.
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Wolfs Convection Steam Oven
Combining moisture, heat, and airflow in a symbiosis of convection and steam cooking, the Wolf Convection
Steam Oven can do just about anything. Home chefs have the tools to produce bakery-quality breads,
rotisserie-crisp yet moist poultry, pizzeria-fresh re-heated pizza, and yes, the quickest and healthiest three-
pot meal, all in one oven. Gentry Home caught up with the experts at Sub-Zero and Wolf Living Kitchen at
University Electric to find out why professional chefs and home cooks find this product invaluable.
ITS ONE SMART OVEN
The fully-automated oven knows the best combo
of steam and heat to produce ideal results based
on the moisture content of the food. The display and
control panel is streamlined and easy to use. The control
knob and buttons are used to set the cooking modes
and access all of the features of your convection steam
oven for exceptional results. With the capability to
program and save your cooking preferences, baking your
moms lasagna has never been easier.
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REJUVENATE IN REHEAT MODE
Want to bring leftover foods, cooked chicken, cold
pizza, or rock-hard bread back from the brink? With a
genius combination of steam and browning, food comes all the
way back to fresh like nothing we have ever seen. Leftovers
are now a delicious option!
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GOOD FOR THE BODY IS
GREAT FOR THE FAMILY
Cooking with steam preserves the nutrients,
vitamins, and minerals of foods, while maintaining the
texture and natural flavors. Steam keeps foods moist,
and provides ideal results without using oil or fat. Less
becomes so much more.
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VERSATILITY
Wolfs Convection Steam Oven is ideal for all
types of foodbrowning roasted meats and
baking breads. This single appliance does the work of
several appliances, featuring a wide range of desired
results. Convection with 12 cooking modes: steam,
reheat, auto steam bake, convection, convection humid,
convection steam, Wolf gourmet, slow roast, recipes,
keep warm, descale, and cleanse.
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SAVE TIME AND ENERGY
Convenient, quick, and easy to clean. No need
to preheat. Pull together the ingredients, and
dinner is ready in under fifteen minutes. Eliminate the oil,
smoke, and mess that accompanies most meals, and
keep your kitchen clean. By cooking multiple layers of
food from one heat source, home chefs are able to
maximize energy and time savings while enjoying
superior results.
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Jerusalem Stone
Beautiful limestone from Jerusalem has been used as a building material in Israel, the Middle East,
and throughout Europe for over 3,000 years. Gentry Home speaks with Carmel Stone Imports
owner Robbie Robinsonthe largest importer of Jerusalem stone in the United Statesto discover
the intracacies of this important stone.
MANY COLORS
Robinson journies to Israel and Palestine twice
a year to source Jerusalem Stone from quarries
that have been in continual use for thousands of
years. The stone, which comes in four different colors
ranging from ivory and beige to grey and gold, is
renowned for its durability and incredible aesthetic.
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HALILA
Robinsons Carmel Stone Imports carries all four
varieties of Jerusalem stone at his showrooms in
Palo Alto, Carmel, and Monterey. The popular Halila
limestone features a soft beige hue and works beautifully in
contemporary and traditional settings, and is suitable for all
interior and exterior applications.
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JERUSALEM GOLD
The Old City and New City of Jerusalem are
both clad in this richly colored stone. Its pale
golden hue lends a warm glow, making it an elegant
and durable choice for interior and exterior flooring
and walls, kitchen counters, bath vanities and
backsplashes, and shower walls. It is available in
tumbled and honed finishes in a wide variety of slab
and tile sizes, mosaics, and moldings.
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JERUSALEM TAUPE
(GREY/GOLD)
Jerusalem Taupe is the sister stone of
Jerusalem Gold, quarried from the same area near
Jerusalem. This elegant stone boasts a natural taupe
color with some unique fossilization. Similar to
Jerusalem Gold it is perfect for all interior and
exterior uses.
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JERUSALEM PEARL
(PEBBLE BEACH)
Sourced from a small quarry in Bethlehem,
Jerusalem Pearl is prized for its consistent cream color. It is
available in honed and tumbled finishes and a large variety of
slabs, tiles, and mosaics. As with Jerusalem Gold and Taupe,
this very popular stone is perfect for all interior and exterior
applications.
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ART INSTALLATION
CHRISTOPHER FAISS
P.O. Box 29742
Oakland, 510.326.0962
www.christopherfaiss.com
Never underestimate the value of a pic-
ture hung right. Christopher Faiss has
been a Bay Area artwork installation expert
since 1995. From an intimate arrange-
ment of family photos to a new painting
in your home, all objects and their envi-
ronments deserve a considered response
to their intrinsic value and meaning.
ART/PAINTING
RESTORATION
PICTURE PERFECT
PAINTING & RESTORATION
60 Heather Avenue
San Francisco, 415.207.1775
www.pictureperfectpainting.com
With years of experience painting histori-
cal landmark homes and churches like
the McClosky Castle in Pacifica, Picture
Perfect Painting & Restoration performs
both exterior and interior prep, painting,
and restoration. The company is licensed,
insured, and runs safe, clean, and green
efficient work sites.
ART CONSERVATION DE
RIGUEUR ET ANOXIA
ABATEMENT SOLUTIONS
577 14th Avenue, No. 2
San Francisco, 415.751.2540
www.artconservationderigueur.com
Your priceless collectors items will stand
the test of time thanks to the expertise of
Art Conservation de Rigueur et Anoxia
Abatement Solutions, which offers com-
plete conservation services for the care
and presentation of a wide variety of his-
toric objects, and other items.
BUILDING MATERIALS
ALL NATURAL STONE
GRANITE & FINE TILE
San Jose, 408.544.9600
Burlingame, 650.239.5200
Pleasanton, 925.463.6000
www.allnaturalstoneinc.com
All Natural Stone is the Bay Areas pre-
mier provider of fine tile and stone slab.
They cater to all tastes and budgets in resi-
dential and commercial design.
MILGARD WINDOWS
& DOORS
Hollister / Sacramento
Dan McAndrew Architectural
Representative
danmcandrew@milgard.com
www.milgard.com
CABINETRY
ALNO SAN FRANCISCO
GERMAN KITCHENS
243 Brannan Street
San Francisco, 415.541.0754
www.alnosf.com
ALNO San Francisco is the place for
luxurious German kitchens. ALNO has
integrated 85 years of green manufactur-
ing into a large selection of styles, finishes,
and interior accessories.
MIDLAND CABINET
COMPANY
719 Industrial Road
San Carlos, 650.594.0890
www.MidlandCabinet.com
Built and customized locally, Midland
Cabinet Company works with their
clients hand-in-glove, from design con-
cept through the life of their fine cabinetry.
CLOSETS/GARAGES
CLOSET FACTORY
1000-B Commercial Street
San Carlos, 888.678.6789
www.closetfactory.com
The custom closet process begins with
a complimentary in-home consulta-
tion. After measuring, Closet Factory
will present their design ideas, matched
to your needs, desire, and budget.
GARAGE SOLUTIONS, INC.
625 Dubois Street
San Rafael, 800.755.7704
www.garagesolutions.com
Garage Solutions is a leader in the
Garage Organization industry. They
assist their clients with designing solu-
tions that best fit their needs and the
flow of the home. Whether creating
that Rumpus Room, Exercise Room,
Man Cave, or just wanting to park your
cars, they have a solution for you.
CONCRETE/STONE
FABRICATION
CONCRETEWORKS
1137 57th Avenue
Oakland, 510.534.7141
www.concreteworks.com
Concreteworks is a full-service design and
fabrication studio specializing in innova-
tive solutions using cast concrete and other
cement-based materials. The company
handcrafts its product locally and incor-
porates 80% recycled content. Common
fabrications include countertops, sinks,
bathtubs, fireplaces, tile, furniture, planters,
and outdoor fire and water features.
CONSTRUCTION
CIARRA CONSTRUCTION
663 Walnut Street
San Jose, 408.278.0370
www.ciarra.com
With their 30 years of experience in the
construction industry, they can help
you accomplish all your goals for your
upcoming project, from design to
completion. Their goal is to build your
dream!
DEMATTEI CONSTRUCTION
1794 The Alameda
San Jose, 408.350.4200
www.demattei.com
Since 1985, DeMattei Construction has
taken a leading role in residential remod-
eling and custom home building,
becoming known for fine craftsman-
ship, attention to detail, and unparalleled
value.
MASON HAMMER BUILDERS
408.778.6060
www.masonhammer.com
Info@masonhammer.com
Mason Hammer Builders continues to
set the benchmark for excellence with
craftsmanship and unsurpassed construc-
tion management from Contemporary to
Mediterranean-style homes.
ZAYER QUALITY
CONSTRUCTION
2495 Kingfield Way
San Jose, 408.655.4480
www.zayerconstruction.com
Zayer Quality Construction has been
family owned and operated for over 20
years. They provide personalized serv-
ice with craftsmanship, specialized as
they are in custom remodeling, home
construction, and additions.
DECONSTRUCTION
FIRMS
CENTRAL VALLEY
ENVIRONMENTAL
135 Utility Court, Suite A
Rohnert Park, 707.584.1900
www.cvalleyenvironmental.com
Central Valley Environmental is an
LEED-certified, full-service decon-
struction company serving the Bay Area.
DECONSTRUCTION AND
REUSE NETWORK
San Francisco, 888.545.8333
www.decon-network.org
Deconstruction and Reuse Network can
educate you about how best to keep your
deconstruction materials out of landfills.
MAVCO DECONSTRUCTION
1757 East Bayshore Road
Redwood City, 650.787.3366
www.mavcodeconstruction.com
Serving the Bay Area for over two decades,
Mavcos deconstruction services involve
the selective dismantlement of building
components for re-use, recycling, and
waste management.
SCOTTS DEMOLITION
4105 Piccadilly Lane
San Mateo, 650.593.7799
www.scottsdemolition.com
Owner Scott Rehn founded the com-
pany in 1985, evolving it into a leading
demolition company for the Bay Area.
DECONSTRUCTION
MATERIALS SUPPLIER
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that are often hard to find and easy to miss, even in this day of instant search. Our list is in no way meant
to be comprehensive, but we do hope that it is useful, a place to turn to when you are searching for that one
unusual source. We have done our best to qualify these listings, but, as always, you should check them out for
yourself; ask for references and call them. Finally, we encourage you to share your own fabulous hidden gems so that we can
add to this list and help support those who make our homes and gardens special. Send them to edit@18media.com.
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Santa Clara, CA 95050
408.244.3010
Whether you are designing a complete gym
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San Mateo, 650.558.1400
www.driftwoodsalvage.com
Whole House Building Supply offers
quality building materials donated or sal-
vaged from area homes and businesses.
Customers can access high-quality goods
at greatly reduced prices, while helping
to minimize waste materials.
FIREPLACES
GRECO GRANITE
211 Buckeye Street
Redwood City, 415.336.2836
www.grecogranite.com
Master craftsman Thomas James Sperow
specializes in the installation of rare antique
stone fireplaces. In todays world of mass
production, Greco Granite maintains the
craft of old-world stonemasons.
THE FIREPLACE ELEMENT
2444 Old Middlefield Way
Mountain View, 650.938.2000
www.thefireplaceelement.com
This innovative team of stone carvers and
designers is passionate about designing a
striking fireplace that will become the
centerpiece of your home.
FLOORING
(HARDWOOD,
STONE, AND TILE)
FIRST, LAST & ALWAYS
1311 22nd Street
San Francisco, 415-753-8627
www.first-last-always.com
Established in 1990, the company rejects
mass produced flooring, striving instead to
install and finish floors original in concept,
character, and craftsmanship. They spe-
cialize in antique floor reproductions and
European ways of finishing wood.
RESTORATION TIMBER
111 Rhode Island Street, Suite F
San Francisco, 888.563.9663
www.restorationtimber.com
The company carries a warehouse of
inventory for gorgeous reclaimed woods
that have aged naturally for a century or
more. The repurposed timber comes from
sources like old barns, abandoned schools
and mills, warehouses and factories that fell
into disrepair.
FURNISHINGS
BRICK MONKEY
2400 Broadway
Redwood City, 650.260.1155
www.kolkka.com
Kolkka Furniture has led a renaissance in
hand-made steel and iron furnishings
since 1984. Visit Brick Monkey to see a
sampling of their line.
DESIGN MART
SILICON VALLEY
23 Las Colinas Lane, Suite 104
San Jose, 408.229.6500
www.designmartsv.com
Design Mart Silicon Valley is a wholesale,
to-the-trade-only, high-end furnishings
showroom for the interior design pro-
fessional looking for traditional,
transitional, or contemporary styles.
EASTERN FURNITURE
1231 Comstock Street
Santa Clara, 408.727.3772
www.easternfurniture.com
Over 250 beautifully displayed room set-
tings from the finest name brands of
quality home furnishings. Complete
accessories for your entire home, and
now, patio too.
FURNITURE MAKERS
& WOODWORKERS
LUKE BARTELS
3725 Noriega Street
San Francisco, 415.240.5504
www.lukebartels.com
Luke Bartels is a San Francisco Bay Area-
based artisan dedicated to designing and
handcrafting unique, exceptional fur-
nishings.
CUSTOM FURNITURE
DESIGN
50 De Haro Street
San Francisco, 415.431.1511
www.customfurnituredesign.com
For over 25 years, proprietor Thomas
Fetherson has led a group of talented
craftsmen in producing splendid furni-
ture for their clients.
LOY DAVIS MARTIN
150 Grant Avenue, Suite F
Palo Alto, 650.325.3416
www.loymartinfurniture.com
Loy Martin has been designing and craft-
ing unique pieces of furniture for private
clients for more than 30 years. He is
known for his expert craftsmanship, deft
use of rare woods, and artistry.
RAHN WOODWORKING
& DESIGN
510.862.6528
www.rahnwoodworking.com
Known for his work in Japanese, Scan-
dinavian, and modern furniture, owner
Gary Twitchell brings his love of wood
to all his custom furniture projects,
working mainly with solid hardwoods or
shop-made veneers.
LINDEN STREET DESIGNS
2151 Harrison Street
San Francisco, 415.864.6754
www.lindenstreetdesign.com
Owner and master craftsman Tad
Longmaid refers to his designs as indus-
trial woodcraft, as he often combines
large slabs of finely finished wood
with chunky exposed metal supports.
URBAN HARDWOODS
434 Post Street
San Francisco, 415-397-9663
www.urbanhardwoods.com
Based in Seattle, Urban Hardwoods
sources 90% of its materials within a
20-mile radius of Seattle. The hardwood
specialists salvage discarded trees and
give them a second life as high-quality
furniture that is truly one of a kind.
GREEN HOME
CONSULTANTS
BIOSPHERE CONSULTING
INC.
1315 King Street
Santa Cruz, 831.430.9116
www.biosphere-consulting.com
This consulting firm is dedicated to
designing sustainable, environmentally
friendly on-site wastewater and rain-
water catchment systems for clients in
Northern California.
BRIGHT GREEN
STRATEGIES
150 Felker Street, #H
Santa Cruz, 831.454.9956
www.brightgreenstrategies.com
Bright Green Strategies brings over 20
years of experience in energy efficient
building design and planning, having
worked on thousands of energy effi-
ciency projects in the San Francisco and
Monterey Bay Area.
ECOLOGICAL BUILDING
NETWORK
2190 Elderberry Lane
San Rafael, 415.987.7271
www.ecobuildnetwork.org
EBNet promotes building with intelligent
design, clean energy, and healthy mate-
rials. Founder Bruce King is a registered
engineer with 35 years experience in
structural engineering and construction.
HARDWARE
FOLGER & BURT
ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE
1616 Sixteenth Street
San Francisco, 415.255.8200
www.folgerandburt.com
Buoyed by a respect for tradition,
creativity, and the value of collaboration,
Folger & Burt works closely with their
customers to find the optimum hard-
ware selection for each project, with
a careful eye to architectural design
history and the highest standards of
expert manufacturing.
HOME MAINTENANCE
HOME PRESERVATION
SERVICES
1178 Los Altos Avenue
Los Altos, 888.844.0007
www.homepreservation.com
Home Preservation Services believes pro-
active maintenance is essential to preserving
the value and lifespan of your home. The
company offers a package of services tai-
lored to sustainably control your homes
condition, efficiency, and cost, combining
the efforts of inspectors, specialty con-
tractors, technicians, and other specialists
into a single powerful service.
IRON/METAL WORK
CONCEPTUAL METALWORKS
1730 Yosemite Avenue
San Francisco, 415.671.2010
www.cmwstudio.com
Conceptual Metalworks is a custom fab-
rication studio that produces finely crafted
architectural metalwork, specializing in
bronze, copper, stainless steel, and alu-
minum.
LOS GATOS IRON WORKS
293 Dillon Avenue
Campbell, 408.884.0294
www.losgatosironworks.com
As a full-service iron shop, Los Gatos
Iron Works designs, manufactures, and
installs architectural ironwork such as
automatic driveway gates, pedestrian gates,
fences, hand rails, sconces, and even
furniture pieces and vanities.
TOP METAL DESIGN
831 Sweeney Avenue
Redwood City, 650.364.6596
www.topmetaldesign.com
Top Metal Design creates wrought-iron
railings with pride and uses old-world
traditions to create ornamental iron works.
Services include custom metal furniture,
railings, gates, automatic gates, and fences.
LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTS/SERVICES
EDIBLE LANDSCAPE
SPECIALIST & FRUIT TREE
RESTORATION
James Most
650.804.5461
jamesmost@gmail.com
With his undeniably green thumb, James
Most specializes in bringing neglected,
over-grown, or poorly managed fruit
trees back to vigorous production. He
also provides consultation services for
edible gardens, whether a small patio area
or an open acre, designing a landscape
to fit the lifestyle and upkeep desires of the
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PACIFIC TREE MOVING
www.treemovingexperts.com
A second-generation tree mover, owner
Scott Arnaz specializes in the supply,
installation, and on-site transplant of large
specimen trees.
LINENS
SCHEUER LINENS
340 Sutter Street
San Francisco, 415.392.2813
www.scheuerlinens.com
Family-owned since 1935, this shop offers
a wide selection of luxury bedding,
superior towels, and fine table linens.
Also, proprietor Mark Scheuer can cus-
tomize any products in the stores on-site
workroom.
OUTDOORS
SEVILLE LANDSCAPE
CONSTRUCTION
408.732.2867, 650.966.1091
www.sevillelandscape.com
Seville creates beautiful, functional spaces
that fit your lifestyle. Dream big. They
will make it come true. Design. Build.
Maintain. No Subcontractors.
CREATIVE GATES, INC.
2912 Flood Avenue
Redwood City, 650.365.4283
www.creativegatesinc.com
One of the few specialized aluminum
fabricators in the Bay Area, Creative
Gates takes pride in providing top-of-
the-line custom gates that not only look
good, but have long-lasting durability.
They can provide Old-World designs
as well as modern day designs.
PAINTERS
(DECORATIVE MURALS/
FAUX FINISHES)
NOLAN LEE
303.709.8030
nolanleeart@gmail.com
A fine arts painter, Nolan Lee can emu-
late any style a client wants for their
particular project, including faux bois.
PIED PIPER DESIGNS
1210 Elmwood Drive
Walnut Creek, 925.787.1225
tjmatous@astound.net
Fine artist Tom Matousek has been
painting one-of-a-kind childrens murals
since 2000 for private homes and public
institutions, including Children's Hospital
Oakland and AT&T Park. His meticu-
lous attention to detail, vivid imagination,
and passion for his work produces incred-
ible results. Based in Walnut Creek,
Matousek will travel to any location in
the Bay Area.
SISTINE CHAPEL
DECORATIVE ART
6032 Monroe Avenue
Oakland, 510.547.6908
www.michaelstehr.com
Sistine Chapel Decorative Art has been
beautifying homes throughout the greater
Bay Area since 1992, with a range of dec-
orative paint finishes, faux finishing,
distressing, and antiquing.
PAINTERS (HOME)
VICTORIA PAINTING AND
RESTORATION
134 Delano Avenue
San Francisco, 415.346.8622
www.victoriarestoration.com
Some 48,000 Victorian houses were built
in San Francisco during the 65 years
between the Gold Rush in 1849 and the
1915 Expomany of which survived the
Great Fires of 1906. Victoria Painting &
Restoration has been dedicated to the
highest quality of restoration and paint-
ing of these historical gems since 1994.
PIZZA OVENS
DAVID MORITZ MASONRY
Bolinas
Djmpm13@aol.com
Bring the taste of wood-fired pizza home
with your own custom-built Tuscan pizza
oven. Since 1978, David Moritz has
owned and operated this small, special-
ized masonry company known for
remodeling fireplaces, but has expanded
to become a leading builder of pizza and
bread ovens as well as exquisite French
barbecue ovens.
PLASTERERS
TBC PLASTER ARTISANS
101 S. Coombs Street, Suite Y2
Napa, 707.252.7781
www.tbcplaster.com
In the past few years, many of the remark-
able plaster products and processes, which
were developed to an art form over cen-
turies in Italy, have become available for
use in the United States. TBC Plaster
Artisans takes pride in working with these
products and techniques to provide an
inherent old-world beauty to its finishes.
POOL DESIGN
CREATIVE ENVIRONMENTS
P.O. Box 586
Alamo, 925.837.2715
www.creativenvironments.com
With more than 50 national and inter-
national design awards, Creative
Environments is a custom, highly skilled
swimming pool and water feature design
and construction firm.

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AGNES MOSER I NTERI OR DESI GNER, ALLI ED ASI D
www.sengadesign.com | 650.346.7883 | amoser@sengadesign.com
European Lighting and Home Furnishings
THE LIGHTS OFROME
8 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley, CA93924
Local (831) 659-3482 Toll Free (877) 632-3482 thelightsofrome.com
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DOMESTIC AND EXOTIC HARDWOODS
FOR OVER 30 YEARS
40 North Santa Cruz Avenue. Los Gatos, CA 95030 408 395 2333 Samana. us
Eclecticism for People with Unconventional Style.
REFINISHERS
MIRACLE METHOD
45 South 1st Street
Campbell, 408.866.4898
www.miraclemethod.com
Miracle Method works refinishing mira-
cles on a full range of services, from
chip and spot repairs, to complete refin-
ishing of tubs, tile, countertops, and
fiberglass units.
RESTORATION
(FURNITURE)
THE BARN WOODSHOP
75 Arbor Road
Menlo Park, 650.322.2295
www.thebarnwoodshop.com
The antique walls of this family-owned
business have witnessed an honored tra-
dition of quality and care for generations.
Today, this tradition rests in the capable
hands of master wood craftsman and
proprietor Tom Kieninger. His hands
play a major role in achieving the out-
standing results in such services as antique
restoration, chair caning, rush seatwork,
furniture refinishing, and complete fur-
niture repairs.
RENAISSANCE
FURNITURE RESTORATION
1600 Ocean Avenue
San Francisco, 415.587.3416
www.renarest.com
Renaissance Furniture Restoration
specializes in complete antique and con-
temporary furniture refinishing, repair,
and restoration. Serving the Bay Area since
1993, the company also offers furniture
reproduction and custom table pads.
RESTORATION (HOME)
RAVEN RESTORATION
1450 Sutter Street, #12
San Francisco, 415.271.2195
www.ravenco.com
Raven Restoration is an owner-operated
carpentry company specializing in historic
preservation, restoration, and re-cre-
ation of San Francisco house-parts. Their
focus is the restoration of historic entry-
ways and doors, replica Victorian entry
doors, antique window restoration and
repair, and preservation of original wood
parts and moldings.
RUG REPAIR/
RESTORATION
TALISMAN ORIENTAL RUG
CLEANING & RESTORATION
719 Swift Street, #5
Santa Cruz, 831.425.7847
www.talismanrestoration.com
As the saying goes, Dont cry over
spilled milk, especially with Talisman
Oriental Rug Cleaning available for any
rug damage due to aging, accident, or
wear. Yarns, colors, and techniques are
matchedwith custom dyeing when
necessary.
STONE FABRICATION
GEORGE GONZALEZ
STONEMASONS
Bolinas
george@ggonzalez.co
A stone craftsman for over 30 years,
George Gonzalez specializes in dry stone
walls, held together by friction and grav-
ity without mortar, which is a dying art
as building codes often require steel and
concrete reinforcement for structural
walls. Gonzalez and his team are com-
mitted to the simplicity and beauty of
working stone walls created with form,
function, and structural integrity.
SOLAR PANEL
MAINTENANCE/CARE
SOLAR-KLEAN
P.O. Box 667
San Mateo, 650.539.4718
www.solar-klean.com
Let the sun shine in with Solar-Klean,
the Bay Areas leading solar panel
cleaning and maintenance service, spe-
cializing in long-term preventive
maintenance and efficiency improvements
for solar photovoltaic systems and thermal
panels.
SURFACE
RESTORATION (STONE,
METAL, MARBLE)
BAY AREA STONE
RESTORATION & REPAIR
2411 Chestnut Street, Suite 306
San Francisco, 415.326.5006
www.ba-stone.com
With clients like the Flood Mansion in
Pacific Heights, Bay Area Stone Restora-
tion & Repair has the experience,
knowledge, and equipment needed to
provide professional stone care services
on natural stone, granite, marble, ter-
razzo, travertine, limestone, and slate
surfaces throughout the greater San
Francisco area.
MARBLE WEST
5 South Linden Avenue
South San Francisco, 650.266.9460
www.marblewest.com
Founded in 1975 by Fred West, this fam-
ily-owned business offers complete stone
restoration, polishing and sealing, grout
repairs, and scratch and stain removal
services for a variety of stone, metal, and
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Acclaimed interior designer Suzanne Tucker,
whose work is profiled on page 34, shares her
exquisite Marin County home with her husband
and business partner, Timothy Marks, and their
adorable corgi, Piper. Their home is brimming
with furnishings, accessories, and art collected
over Tuckers impressive career. Piper divides
his time between the marvelous Elizabeth
Everdell-designed garden and the beautiful
house he calls home. He is pictured here sitting
beside a classic Michael Taylor table, beneath
Gustavo Riveras vibrant Visca.
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