Just A Great Door…

Via Jessica@Black.White.Yellow @ Pinterest

Have a good day. xo

History Class

Tonight is another night in, studying the history of architecture…I love you coffee. And you, too, wikipedia.

Interior of the Day

This one comes from best friend MB of Widespread Life- I love the texture and weathered elements of this room, the architectural details- love the arched double doors!- the royal blue headboard, and the chandelier… it’s all just so charming.

Via Widespreadlife

Exposed Brick

love love love it. Whether in its natural state or painted white, I adore exposed brick interior walls. Because of the brick’s innate masculine qualities, you can go super feminine and soft with furniture and accessories to contrast, or create a more serious environment with hard, clean lines…either way, it works for me.

Via nestdallasdesign.com

via artinslowmotion.tumblr.com

via patchworkpond.blogspot.com

Julius Shulman

I recently watched “Visual Acoustics, The Modernism of Julius Shulman”. Shulman was endearing, humorous and brilliant. In his 90s when the documentary was filmed, his spirit inspired mine and reminded me that as long as I’m doing what I love, life is not only worthwhile, but can be fun and exciting. Shulman died in 2009 at the age of 98, but his spirit certainly lives on. I highly recommend the film. Below are some examples of his legendary architectural photography. Enjoy!

Case Study House No. 22: via NY Times

Via uncleeddiestheorycorner.blogspot.com

Via iconolo.gy

Bar Agricole

I finally got a chance to try Bar Agricole Saturday. True to the reviews, the food was good, not great, and the cocktails impressed. My favorite part of the experience, not surprisingly, was admiring the exterior and interior designs of the building and space. (I’m a huge Aidlin Darling fan…) The planter box herb gardens and seating area in front were attractive but uncomfortable- the stone tables too high for the bench seats. The interior was attractive as well, but didn’t really shine until we were leaving, as it was getting dark and the glass sculptures really took center stage. The old industrial stools at the bar made me smile and the booth we sat in provided privacy and intimacy during dinner.  I might not be running back anytime soon, but Bar Agricole was a memorable experience nonetheless.

Via prettylittlegreenthings.com

via IIDA

St. Mary’s/ Double Take

Well here’s something I didn’t know….looks like our St. Mary’s was designed in the likes of Tokyo’s, built earlier in the same decade. Both are modern and  beautiful on the outside, and while I’ve only had the pleasure of seeing the SF version from the inside, I’m sure Tokyo’s is just as breathtaking! Although….the Tokyo version does lack a certain (in)famous afternoon shadow produced by the SF St. Mary’s…curves.

St. May's, Tokyo, via www.photius.com

St. Mary's, San Francisco, via www.everywheremag.com

(thanks Inebriated Press for the 2 o’clock shot!)

Firm Watch

I love Aidlin Darling Design and love browsing their website and showcased works for inspiration:

Aidlin Darling Design bridges the demands of artistic endeavor, environmental responsibility, functional pragmatics, and financial considerations. As a multidisciplinary firm, we believe that innovations discovered through the process of design and construction can be applied to projects of any scale, use, or purpose. (Read more about the studio and upcoming events here.)

Public Spaces

When looking for some architectural inspiration, museums are often some of the first places I turn. Art in and of themselves…. I think a stroll through SFMoma is in order soon, complete with a stop on the rooftop garden. Another favorite building of mine, right across the street, is the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts

SFMoma Rooftop Garden by Jensen Architects

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Image by Smart Destinations

Firm Watch

A lunch break stroll around the internet led me here–a quick look at Stelle Architecture and their “less is more” approach:

Via labohemeblog.com

Via remash.tumblr.com

Via residentialarchitect.com

I know I would be happy in any of these interiors…happy day dreaming friends. xo