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From modern skyscrapers to venerable Victorians, AIA San Franciscoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s official list is a comprehensive overview of architecturally significant structures.

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One Bush stReet (fORmeR CROwn ZelleRBaCh Building)

An example of the early International style, the Financial District office building was designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in 1959 and renovated by Hertzka & Knowles in 1990. The elevator wing is clad with nearly 5 million tiles in shades of gray.

BlOCk Of 2. 3200 PaCifiC avenue

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The row of classic shingled houses on this block date from 1900 to 1913, and represent San Francisco’s finest grand mansions. Ernest Coxhead’s 1902 home at 3232 Pacific Avenue has a very unusual balustrade.

3. CiRCle galleRy

140 Maiden Ln. The 1948 Circle Gallery is rumored to be Frank Lloyd Wright’s prototype for the Guggenheim Museum in New York, and is the architect’s only building in San Francisco. The brick building’s distinctive arched entry is echoed by the curving staircase inside.

City hall

1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Pl. Part of the “City Beautiful” movement, City Hall was completed in 1915 by Bakewell & Brown and was restored to its former grandeur in the 1990s. The Beaux-Arts building is one of the city’s most elegant structures. summer 2009 chdmag.com

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Conservatory of flowers

Golden Gate Park, 100 John F. Kennedy Dr. An elaborate Victorian greenhouse that dates back to 1878, the Conservatory of Flowers houses a large collection of exotic plants under its soaring glass ceilings. The oldest structure in Golden Gate Park, it was restored in 2003 by Architectural Resources Group.

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145 Taylor St. The gritty Tenderloin neighborhood is home to Curran House, an affordable family-housing complex built by David Baker + Partners in 2005. The mixed-use project includes retail shops, and the lobbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s glass wall opens into a garden courtyard that offers a respite from the urban surrounds.

7. California Academy of Sciences Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Dr. opened in 2008, the california Academy of sciences celebrates the natural world and embodies sustainable design with its twin-domed living roof. Designed by renzo Piano, the building received a LeeD Platinum rating.

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M.H. de young MeMorial MuseuM

Golden Gate Park, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr. Designed by the renowned Swiss architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron and local firm Fong & Chan Architects in 2005, the new de Young (which replaced the original building damaged in the 1989 earthquake) is clad in copper perforated to mimic dappled sunlight. Its twisting tower provides a breathtaking view of the park. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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Curran House

First unitarian church

1187 Franklin St. Designed by George Percy in 1888, the Gothic Revival church features a giant rose window and is complemented by more recent contemporary structures of textured concrete and redwood by Callister Payne & Rosse from 1970.

Grace cathedral

1100 California St. Perched on the top of Nob Hill, the majestic Gothic form of Grace Cathedral was designed by Lewis Hobart in 1928. Notable elements include bronze doors modeled after Lorenzo Ghibertiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gates of Paradise, a floor labyrinth patterned after Chartres and a chapel by AIDS artist Keith Haring.

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haas-lilienthal house

2007 Franklin St. The Victorian era lives on in this Queen Anne residence, which has been turned into a museum (open on weekends and Wednesdays). Dating from 1886, the Peter R. Schmidtâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;designed house is complete with period furnishings and has intricate wooden gables and a circular corner tower.

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hallidie BuildinG

130 Sutter St. Designed by Willis Polk in 1917, the Hallidie Building presages modern offices with its glass curtain wall (itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s credited as the first such structure in the U.S.). Now home to the San Francisco chapter of the American Institute of Architects, the building embodies the transition from the old to the new, with ornamental balconies and cornice bordering the wide expanse of glass. summer 2009 chdmag.com

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JPMorgan Chase Building

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PalaCe hotel

560 Mission St. Cesar Pelli was inspired by the 1917 Hallidie Building in his concept for this office. Pelli’s 2002 version of a curtain-wall building has a distinctive dark green steel frame with extra bands along the lower floors as a decorative flourish.

2 New Montgomery St. The 1909 Palace Hotel by Trowbridge and Livingston brings back the opulence of the past. Its famed Garden Court restaurant, with its glorious stained-glass ceiling, was among the spaces restored by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in 1991. 28 Architecture + Design guiDe

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PalaCe of fine arts

3301 Lyon St. Designed by the city’s favorite architect, Bernard Maybeck, for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition of 1915, the Palace of Fine Arts has since gone through a major restoration. The majesty of the rotunda is reflected in the adjoining lagoon.

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PalaCe of the legion of honor

Lincoln Park, 34th Ave. & Clement St. The Palace of the Legion of Honor provides a classic setting for a collection of Rodin sculptures. George Applegarth’s 1916 design is modeled on the building in Paris of the same name. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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Plaza aPartments

Sixth and Howard Streets A joint project by Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects and Paulett Taggart Architects, the 2006 mixed-use development was one of the city’s first forays into environmentally responsible housing. It provides 106 units for formerly homeless residents and sports a brightly colored exterior.

17.

russell House

3778 Washington St. With a round bay window that cantilevers from the northwest corner, the minimalist home was designed by German architect Eric Mendelsohn in 1952. It is a striking example of Bay Area vernacular modernism.

18.

san Francisco Federal Building

90 Seventh St. Morphosis/SmithGroup’s 2007 Federal Building represents the new environmental consciousness in commercial design. The stainless-steel sunshades floating over the glass walls allow the space to be naturally lit and ventilated. summer 2009 chdmag.com

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san Francisco museum oF modern art

151 Third St. The SFMOMA was the first U.S. commission for architect Mario Botta, who designed it with Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum. Completed in 1995, the museum’s distinctive geometry is marked by a large central atrium. architecture + design guide 29

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St. Mary’S Cathedral

1111 Gough St. The Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption was designed in 1971 by architects Pietro Belluschi, Pier Luigi Nervi and McSweeney, Ryan & Lee. The arches of the square structure curve to meet in a cross dramatically defined by thin strips of stained glass. (See p. 58 for another view.)

21.

Swedenborgian ChurCh

2107 Lyon St. One of California’s earliest Arts and Crafts buildings, the Congregation of the Swedenborgian Church of San Francisco has a madrone-beamed ceiling and handcrafted furnishings. It was created in 1894 by a group of notable area architects, including Bernard Maybeck.

22.

teMple eManu-el

2 Lake St. Designed by Arthur Brown, Jr., in 1926, this Byzantine-style domed temple was inspired by the Haggia Sophia in Istanbul. A bright blue ceiling decorated with painted motifs and contemporary stained glass windows by Mark Adams are part of the interior’s dramatic hues.

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War MeMorial opera House and Veterans’ Building 401 Van Ness Ave. A matching pair of buildings, the War Memorial Opera House and Veterans’ Building were designed by Arthur Brown, Jr., and G. Albert Lansburgh in 1932. Along with City Hall, the structures represent an exceptional rendition of Beaux-Arts style.

25.

yerBa Buena center

Mission St. (between Third and Fourth Streets) A revitalized South of Market arts district, Yerba Buena includes the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (by Fumihiko Maki, 1993, pictured), the Novellus Theater (James Stewart Polshek & Partners, 1993) and the Metreon, a shopping and entertainment center (SMWM / Gary Handel + Associates, 1996).

23.

transaMerica pyraMid

600 Montgomery St. The subject of some scorn at its inception, the pyramidal Transamerica Building designed by William Pereira in 1972 has become the city’s most iconic skyscraper. The structure’s top floor, the 48th, is the building’s smallest, at 2,025 square feet.

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contemporary Jewish Museum of San Francisco 736 Mission st. daniel libeskind’s 2008 contemporary jewish museum, designed in conjunction with Wrns studio, is an example of adaptive reuse as well as modern architecture. retaining the facade of the historic power substation (a Willis polk design from 1907), libeskind added a blue steel cube with daring angles.

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560 Mission St. (cross street: Jessie) This garden is adjacent to a Cesar Pelli-designed office building (one of AIA SF’s “Top 25 Buildings,” p. 28). A bamboo grove covers the windowless facade of the building next door, and along Mission Street is a kinetic George Rickey sculpture, Annular Eclipse. Open at all times.

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560 Mission St. 343 Sansome St. (cross street: Halleck) Take the elevator up to the terrace on the 15th floor. Joan Brown’s Four Seasons Obelisk stands in the center; also note the intricate fountain by Belgian sculptor Pol Bury in the Sacramento Street lobby. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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101 Second St. (cross street: Mission) Minimalist design and sumptuous materials characterize this expansive five-story greenhouse, where beige marble walls contrast with black granite floors. The space features artwork by painter Charles Arnoldi and sculpture by Larry Bell. Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

One Sansome St. (cross street: Sutter) This glass-roofed atrium is one of the most

elegant open spaces downtown. White marble floors and walls are dramatically offset with a black marble fountain. A replica of an Art Deco bronze sculpture, the Star Maiden by Alexander Stirling Calder, graces one of the niches. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

425 Market St. (cross street: Fremont) This urban garden is shady but pleasant. Stylishly outfitted with gray and pink granite paving and architectural benches, it is a fine place to people-watch while sipping a cup of coffee from the adjacent cafe. Open at all times.

525 Market St. (cross street: First) Next to Ecker Alley is this space with a massive granite fountain by Elyn Zimmerman. Benches in between the fountain’s two halves offer a prime spot to enjoy the flowing water. Open at all times.

199 Fremont St. (cross street: Beale) This garden was a collaboration between sculptor Paul Kos and poet Robert Hass; a poem by Hass is engraved on the wall behind a graceful line of birch trees. Open at all times.

555 Mission St. (cross street: First) A large, playful sculpture by Jonathan Borofsky dominates this plaza, which steps up on the west side to a sitting area with wooden benches and three large aluminum heads by Ugo Rondinone. Open at all times.

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these new structures—some haven’t yet broken ground, while some are already under construction—are slated to change the shape of san Francisco over the next decade.

Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica adds another arrow to his San Francisco quiver, following up the Infinity in South Park with this massive mixed-used project comprising 1,900 residential units along with retail shops. The fiveacre development runs along Eighth Street through to Market Street, speeding along a long-awaited revitalization of this area of downtown. The first of three planned phases of building, which includes 440 units, broke ground in May 2008 and is scheduled to be finished next year. The facade is a mix of glass, concrete and metal, and the layout breaks things up with overlapping geometries around a large courtyard. 40 Architecture + Design guiDe

Treasure island Built for the 1939 World’s Fair, the 400-acre manmade island north of the city is once again fertile ground for utopian dreams. Re-envisioned by SOM (in conjunction with SMWM and CMG) as a model of sustainability, the high-density, pedestrian-focused community will retain most of its open space while providing 6,000 residential units as well as a 20-acre organic farm. The first residences should begin opening around 2013. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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san FranCisCo publiC uTiliTies Commission Green energy will be at the forefront— literally—at the new headquarters of the Public Utilities Commission, just down the street from City Hall. Replacing an old building damaged in the 1989 earthquake, the new design by local firm Kaplan McLaughlin Diaz Architects is anticipated to be completed in 2012 and will lead by example by exceeding San Francisco’s mandatory standards for green building. Corkscrew-shaped wind turbines and solar panels—both integrated into the facade—will provide 40 percent of the building’s power, and water-conserving measures include an on-site graywater-recycling system.

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Transbay Terminal The winner of a high-profile international competition, Pelli Clarke Pelli’s design features what will be the tallest building in the city—a 1,000-foot-high obelisk. But what has captivated everyone’s imagination is the 5.4-acre rooftop park. Replacing a grim bus station at First and Mission Streets, the new center is scheduled to be completed in 2014. It will eventually bring Caltrain to downtown and have a high-speed rail link with Los Angeles. With nearby high-rises in the works, the area is being redeveloped as a commuter-friendly neighborhood.

ConTemporary arT museum aT The presidio (Camp) The plans for Gap founder Don Fisher’s pet project, a $150 million museum in the Presidio, have gone through a major revision. Responding to concerns about the initial design—a sleek white box by New York’s Richard Gluckman—a new proposal by local firm WRNS Studio has a substantially lower profile, further subdued by a green roof. The debate is expected to continue, with no construction date set. summer 2009 chdmag.com

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SEE muSEumS ASiAN ART muSEum 200 Larkin st. (civic center) 415.581.3500, asianart.org. closed mon.

“Lords of the Samurai” presents armory suits, weapons, paintings and teaware from the Hosokawa clan, the powerful Japanese family of warriors that have a 600year-long lineage of military nobility. Also included in the exhibition will be more than 150 of the Hosokawa family’s collected artworks from the Kumamoto Castle, Eisei-Bunko Museum in Tokyo and the Kumamoto Municipal Museum in Kyushu (June 12–Sept. 20).

CALiFORNiA ACAdEmY OF SCiENCES 55 music concourse Dr. (golden gate Park) 415.379.8000, calacademy.org

The new Renzo Piano–designed building itself draws throngs of visitors. Inside, tour “Rainforests of the World,” a four-story greenhouse containing orchids, birds and a cave of bats. Commune with the penguin colony, watch brightly colored fish flashing through a coral reef and scope out African animals (living and stuffed). Every Thursday night through October, the Academy will be transformed into a lively venue filled with music, mingling and cocktails.

illustrations, preparatory sketches and props from the film as well as original comic book pages illustrated by Dave Gibbons, the co-creator and illustrator of the critically acclaimed book (through July 19).

CONSERVATORY OF FLOWERS 100 John F. Kennedy Dr. (golden gate Park) 415.666.7001, conservatoryofflowers.org. closed mon.

Water lilies, two-story-tall palms and orchids with spidery blooms inhabit this Victorian glass jewel box (see p. 26). Research your chocolate bar at “Edible Expedition,” a tour of cacao, vanilla and other tropical plants harvested for food (May 1–Nov. 1).

CONTEmpORARY JEWiSh muSEum 736 mission st. (soma) 415.655.7800, thecjm.org. closed Wed.

The new Daniel Libeskind–designed space ( featured on the cover) thoughtfully juxtaposes a historic masonry building with a modern blue box punctuated with a geometric pattern of windows. Music experts Roger Bennett and Josh Kun guest-curated “Jews on Vinyl” (through June 9), a collection of LPs that the two collected from dusty garage sales and attics to tell the story of Jewish music in America.

CARTOON ART muSEum 655 mission st. (soma) 415.227.8666, cartoonart.org. closed mon.

“Watchmen” is an in-depth look at one of the most anticipated films of 2009 and the graphic novel that inspired it. The exhibition features dozens of concept

Architecture Tours

ThE VICTORIAN hOmE WALk is a twoand-a-half-hour guided walking tour of san Francisco’s celebrated historic homes, including some in Pacific heights, where tour buses are prohibited. tours start daily at 11am in union square (on the corner of Post and Powell). tickets are $25, and no reservations are required. Victorianwalk.com. n

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dE YOuNg muSEum 50 hagiwara tea garden Dr. (golden gate Park) 415.750.3600, famsf.org

Early 20th- and 21st-century photographs of signs, signals and billboards are on display in “Signs: Wordplay in Photography” (through June 14). “Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs” showcases artifacts from the reign of Egypt’s King Tut more than 3,000 years ago. The exhibition returns to the de Young 30 years after the original exhibition in SF, and includes unseen treasures and additional artifacts (June 27–Mar. 28). chDmAg.com summer 2009

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n AIA SAN FRANCISCO offers self-guided audio tours narrated by one of the city’s best architectural historians, mitchell schwarzer. each of the four walking tours lasts about an hour and covers the architectural highlights in a particular area: civic center, south of market and union square and skyscrapers of san Francisco. tours can be downloaded at aiasf.org.

SEE Legion of Honor 34th ave. & clement st. (outer richmond) 415.750.3600, famsf.org. closed mon.

Imaginative prints are replete with symbol and fantasy in “Waking Dreams: Max Klinger and the Symbolist Print,” a collection of works by the 19thcentury painter and sculptor (through July 4).

MuseuM of tHe AfricAn DiAsporA 685 mission st. (soma) 415.358.7200, moadsf.org. closed mon.–tues.

MoAD looks at African and African-American culture and experience. “Let Your Motto Be Resistance: AfricanAmerican Portraits” features photographs of 70 significant African-Americans—from Frederick Douglass to Sarah Vaughan to Richard Pryor (Mar. 21–June 14).

MuseuM of crAft AnD foLk Art 51 Yerba Buena Ln. (soma) 415.227.4888, mocfa.org. closed mon.

“Legacy of an American Potter” spans the life and work of Warren MacKenzie, the 20th-century American studio potter who gained attention in the 1950s, as he mastered the ceramic art form (June 11–Sept. 13).

Culturebus to get to san Francisco’s major museums, visitors can take the cultureBus, a special public transportation route (muni 74X). the bright yellow bus goes between sFmoma (near the contemporary Jewish museum and Yerba Buena) and golden gate Park’s california academy of sciences and de Young museum. en route, it stops at union square and at the asian art museum in the civic center area. tickets ($7 for adults, $5 for youth and seniors) are good for unlimited travel between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Shettar takes on an organic look (Mar. 21–July 7). The midcentury motels, diners and cars shot by Robert Frank influenced a generation of photographers (May 16–Aug. 23). The work of Georgia O’Keeffe and Ansel Adams, who became friends in Taos in 1929, is playfully paired in “Natural Affinities” (May 30–Sept. 7).

YerBA BuenA center for tHe Arts 701 mission st. (soma) 415.978.2787, ybca.org

In “Meet Me at the Center of the Earth,” Alvin Ailey dancer Nick Cave dons colorful ceremonial costumes that explore myth and culture; the exhibition includes three live performances (Mar. 28–July 5). Established Bay Area artists work with students from the YBCA’s Young Artists at Work program (YAAW) to bring an idea to reality for “Through Future Eyes: YAAW Students Select” (Apr. 24–July 5).

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sAn frAncisco MuseuM of crAft+ Design 550 sutter st. (union square) 415.773.0303, sfmcd.com

Bay Area designer and educator Matthew Kahn’s midcentury art and design concepts are on display, as well as textiles by his wife, Lyda Kahn, and ceramics by Virginia Davidson and Ernie Kim (May 8–July 12). “Scotland and Silver of the Stars” is a collection of pieces created by Scottish silversmiths and chosen celebrities—including violinist Nicola Benedetti, actors Sir Sean Connery and Ewan McGregor and fashion designer Alexander McQueen—based on the theme, “A Drink with a Close Friend” (July 24-Oct. 4).

sAn frAncisco MuseuM of MoDern Art 151 third st. (soma) 415.357.4000, sfmoma.org. closed Wed.

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525 second st. (soma) 415.495.2090, asgallery.com

Seamus Conley’s realistic paintings place Western cowboys against the backdrop of environmental landscapes (Apr. 1–May 15). Circles in lush colors bubble across Deborah Bell’s canvases; patterns of lines in string and acrylic gel crisscross Mary Ijichi’s drawings (May 27–June 27). Eric Michael Corrigan and Livia Stein (July 1–31) show oil-on-canvas paintings.

AutoDesk gALLerY At one MArket one market stl, second Fl. (embarcadero) 415.356.0700, autodesk.com. open to the public on the first Wednesday of every month (1–5 p.m.).

Celebrating the 3D design program AutoCAD, the gallery features the complete design cycle of many well-known projects, from Yves Béhar’s One Laptop Per Child to Skidmore, Owings & Merrill’s Cathedral of Christ the Light. “Pecha Kucha,” which means “chitchat” in Japanese, is an event where designers show 20 slides in 20 seconds—a concept created in 2003 by Tokyo’s Klein Dytham Architecture, it has since spread worldwide (May 1). architecture + design guide 51

SEE BRAUNSTEIN/QUAY gAllERY 430 clementina st. (soma) 415.278.9850, bquayartgallery.com. closed mon.

This 47-year vet of the art world offers paintings primarily from Bay Area artists, as well as sculpture and fiber art. Susan York uses a constructivist and De Stijl approach to create her porcelain and graphite works (Apr. 2–May 2). In “One Act Plays,” Michael Stevens uses storytelling as a device in his mixed-media wooden sculptures (May 7–June 6).

CAlDWEll SNYDER gAllERY 341 sutter st. (union square) 415.296.7896, caldwellsnyder.com

This gallery aims to introduce new audiences to European and Latin-American painters and sculptors who have a following in their home countries but have yet to gain a strong foothold in the United States. New works by Spanish artist Josep Cisquella include a series of images involving bicycles and shadows—a slyly humorous, decidedly postmodern twist on his renowned paintings of walls (opening June 4).

international contemporary artists. Brothers Carlos and Jason Sanchez create eerily staged portraits (May 16–June 20). In an illustrative style and delicate colors, longtime Bay Area artist Inez Storer paints historicallooking narratives (Mar. 24–May 9).

CCA WATTIS INSTITUTE of CoNTEmpoRARY ARTS 1111 eighth st. (Potrero hill) 415.551.9210, wattis.org

At California College of the Arts, Wattis Institute presents work from intriguing contemporary artists. Peter Coffin fabricates conceptual sculptures (Apr. 7–May 2). “Low Life Slow Life” is a two-part exhibition curated by the acclaimed Los Angeles–based artist Paul McCarthy, which presents a diverse range of artworks related to McCarthy’s memories of his own career (through May 30).

CAThARINE ClARk gAllERY 150 minna st. (soma) 415.399.1439, cclarkgallery.com

Established in 1991, Catharine Clark Gallery San Francisco presents the work of local, national and

Public Art Highlights

n louise bourgeois’ 2003 Crouching Spider, a 27-foot-wide arachnid made of bronze and steel, is poised on the embarcadero at Pier 14. n Richard Serra’s 2004 Ballast, the sculptor’s first piece in san Francisco, holds court at ucsF’s mission Bay campus. the two 50-foottall plates are made of cor-ten steel. n the public art along the third street Light rail includes bill and Mary buchen’s 2007 sculpture, Kinetic Helix, which is at ucsF’s mission Bay muni station.

the 2008 Language of the Birds by brian goggin with Dorka Keehn is a flock of 23 illuminated books that have taken wing at the intersection of grant Avenue and columbus street in north Beach. Words and phrases— seemingly fallen out of the books—are embedded into the pavement below. n

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gAllERY 16 501 third st. (mission) 415.626.7495, gallery16.com

This independent gallery’s exhibition program involves artists working in a wide range of media exploring a variety of aesthetic, conceptual and technological issues. Bruno Fazzolari’s “Cold Turkey” is a selection of 650 brush-and-ink drawings that he worked on over the course of four years (Apr. 3–May 8).

gAllERY pAUlE ANglIm 14 geary st. (union square) 415.433.2710, gallerypauleanglim.com

A longtime staple of the SF art scene, Paule Anglim shows both well-established and lesser-known artists. William Tucker casts bronze-and-glass sculptures of human forms; David Hannah creates mixedmedia pieces and installations and an outdoor exhibit features Deborah Butterfield’s whimsical cast-bronze horse sculptures (all May 6–June 6). chDmAg.com summer 2009

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n At san Francisco international Airport’s entrance to the BArt station is Ned Kahn’s 2003 Wind Portal. the 200,000 mirrored disks cover a curved wall and undulate in response to air currents, creating an ever-changing mosaic.

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SEE HANG ART 567 sutter st. (union square) 415.434.4264, hangart.com

Hang Art features lesser-known and up-and-coming Bay Area artists and also offers pieces for rent. David Fullarton’s paintings highlight the comical idiosyncrasies of daily life in “Once again I fail to live up to my advance publicity”; a group exhibit called “Time Lapse” is also showing (both Apr. 1–30).

JAPONESQUE GALLERY 824 montgomery st. (Jackson square) 415.391.8860, japonesquegallery.com

to performance—by an international roster of artists. Exhibitions feature historic styles including Dada, Cubism, Surrealism, Vorticism, German Expressionism, and the Russian avant-garde between 1910 and 1930.

RATIO 3 1447 stevenson st. (mission) 415.821.3371, ratio3.org

This Mission District gallery focuses on contemporary art. “Slow Lightning” features Miriam Böhm’s photographs-within-photographs and Torsten Lauschmann’s video installation, loosely based on an image by Czech photographer Josef Koudelka (May 15–June 20). The gallery’s summer group show opens in June.

This gallery-cum-showroom carries art, furniture and antiques executed from natural materials—clay, wood, bamboo, iron, bronze and linen—with a distinctive Japanese view. The permanent collection includes Hiromichi Iwashita’s haunting wooden panels with undulating chisel marks; stone sculptures by master carver Masatoshi Izumi; a circa-1700 Buddha rescued from an incinerated temple on Kyushu Island and large-scale calligraphy by Yuichi Inoue.

JOHN BERGGRUEN GALLERY 228 grant Ave. (union square) 415.781.4629, berggruen.com

Established in 1970, this gallery comprises two floors of exhibition space and specializes in 20th-century American and European paintings, drawings, sculpture, and limited edition prints. New work by Abstract Expressionist sculptor Mark di Suvero, who works primarily with industrial materials in an oversized scale, will be featured through May 23.

LOST ART SALON 245 south Van ness Ave. (mission) 415.861.1530, lostartsalon.com

Lost Art straddles the line between shop and gallery, with 20th-century objects sharing the densely stocked showroom with artwork. Currently featured are works from two midcentury artists: Gary Lee Shaffer’s stone lithographs (Mar. 26–June 30) and Dellard Cassity’s abstraction and op art (July 9–Sept. 30). DELLARD CASSITY AT LOST ART SALOn

1007 market st. (soma) 415.255.5971, luggagestoregallery.org

The curators here have a keen eye for street culture and outsider art, funk and assemblage. They also host the Bay Area’s longest-running experimental-sound series.

MODERNISM 685 market st., ste. 290 (soma) 415.541.0461, modernisminc.com

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RAYKO PHOTO CENTER 428 third st. (soma) 415.495.3773, raykophoto.com

This 12,000-square-foot public photographic facility has rental darkrooms, a digital lab and studio space. The lab includes a broad range of services, classes and workshops and even private tutoring. The gallery features more than a dozen exhibitions a year. Londonbased South African photographer Michelle Sank exhibits her images of youth culture from around the globe, while simultaneously taking to the streets to capture young San Franciscans (May 25–June 23). chDmAg.com summer 2009

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SEE SPUR URban CenteR 654 mission st. (soma) 415.781.8726, spur.org

This organization’s premiere exhibition, “Agents of Change: Civic Idealism and the Making of San Francisco,” features artifacts and plans—ranging from the 1847 O’Farrell speculative land survey to Daniel Burnham’s 1905 plan for San Francisco to midcentury representations of spiraling freeway networks (and, in response, the protests impeding their development in the 1960s)—presented through the viewpoints of the people who produced and used them to envision a better city (May 29-Nov. 1).

AIA San Francisco Exhibits CENTER FoR ARChITECTuRE + DESIgN gAllERy AT AIA SAN FRANCISCo 130 Sutter St., Ste. 600 (union Square) aiasf.org “the Architecture of (social) responsibility” explores the contributions of six local architecture nonprofit organizations, from the Asian neighborhood Design’s affordable housing for the poorest san Franciscans to Architecture for humanity’s efforts to rebuild sri Lankan villages devastated by tsunamis to san Francisco Architectural Foundation’s education of kids about careers in architecture (April 9–may 29). AigA san Francisco will open its Design Week exhibit, which will salute the 50th anniversary SMALL FIRMS of communication GREAT PROJECTS Arts and the 2009 winners of cause/ Affect, a biennial graphic design competition that celebrates the work of designers and organizations who set out to positively impact our society and communities (June 11–Aug. 7). “small Firms, great Projects” showcases the work of local architecture and design professionals, introducing viewers to architecture and design firms specializing in new residences and remodels, commercial and retail spaces, educational, civic, institutional and religious projects, historic preservation and landscape and interior design (Aug. 27–oct. 23). ESSENTIAL RESOURCE GUIDE: 99 Bay Area architecture and design ﬁrms

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StePhen WiRtz GaLLeRY 49 geary st., third Fl. (union square) 415.433.6879, wirtzgallery.com

This downtown gallery focuses on nonobjective and conceptual work as well as photography. On display are paintings by Gabriel Klasmer, an Israeli artist known for creating large monochromatic works as well as a series of mechanical apparatuses that replace the human hand as a means of making art (May 5–June 6) and Kathryn Spence’s sculptures and drawings from used, found and gathered materials (June 9–July 18).

tJaSa OWen 1850 union st., studio no.5, 415.350.7910, tjasaowen.com

Artist Tjasa Owen showcases her latest colorful rural and coastal landscape paintings in this studio/gallery space. She integrates the themes of landscape and correspondence to create her larger-format paintings, employing acrylics, oils and pastels as well as collage. 56 Architecture + Design guiDe

3A gAllERy 101 South Park St. (South Park) mh-a.com/studio/gallery Presented in conjunction with the AiA national convention in san Francisco from April 30 through may 2, “10x10 cities: green Facts, challenges and Futures” addresses sustainability problems facing 10 north American convention cities, including san Francisco. Working on topics including density, availability of green space, transit use, water use, energy consumption and waste generation to carbon footprint, quality of life and climate action plans, california college of the Arts students created datascapes ranking the cities in these areas. Work by students focusing on the city’s climate action plan will also be on view at transit shelters around town.

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SHOP FINANCIAL DISTRICT n CHINATOWN JACKSON SQUARE AreA SAn FrAnciSco 540 Jackson st. (Jackson square) 415.989.2732, areasanfrancisco.com

Tabletop accessories from Arik Levy, Gaia & Gino and Heath Ceramics are just a few of the modern offerings that populate this stylish home-and-garden shop.

ArTeMiDe 855 montgomery st. (Jackson square) 415.393.9955, artemide.us

The sculptural lighting from this Italian company, like the 1967 Nesso lamp and of-the-moment contemporary designs, can artfully illuminate any space.

able pieces like the Louis Ghost chair, this is the place to go for some of the most innovative furnishings in modern design.

KnoLL 317 montgomery st. (Financial District) 415.837.2100, knoll.com

With recent designs by architects such as Frank Gehry and Hani Rashid, the office furnishings here are anything but bland. Be sure to check out the new textiles line from fashion house Proenza Schouler.

LeBreTon 412 Jackson st. (Jackson square) 415.291.8484, lebretongallery.com

Specializing in antiques dating as far back as the 16th century, this shop is filled with rare pieces including a pair of 19th-century gilded Italian mirrors with an acanthus leaf motif.

c. MAriAni 499 Jackson st. (Jackson square) 415.399.6553, cmarianiantiques.com

This 30-year-old shop carries Italian, French and English antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. The educated staff can tell you the provenance.

eDen & eDen 560 Jackson st. (Financial District) 415.983.0490, edenandeden.com

The oversize Alice-in-Wonderland doorknob of Rachel Eden’s funky boutique is the first hint of the range of new and vintage accessories inside.

HeDGe GALLerY 48 gold st. (Jackson square) 415.433.2233, hedgegallery.com

HoUSe oF eUroPeAn DeSiGn 431 Jackson st. (Jackson square) 415.391.7998, design-eu.com

A wide selection of modern lighting and furniture including Mondrian-inspired cabinetry and contemporary sectionals are among the pieces that can be found at this shop. Be sure to check out the sofas and dining room sets from German company Rolf Benz.

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Fallen trees get a second life in the form of sculptural furniture, thanks to the artisans here who craft the pieces by hand.

ViTrA 557 Pacific Ave. (Jackson square) 415.296.0711, vitra.com

Known for its catalog of iconic midcentury pieces such as Josef Alber’s nesting tables and the Eames molded plywood chair, the retail branch also carries a vast collection of pieces for kids, including Verner Panton’s pint-size Panton chair and George Nelson’s Zoo clocks. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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135 Post st. (union square) 800.766.7628, gumps.com

Filled with 27,000 titles on design and architecture, this bookstore is a popular gathering place for local and visiting designphiles.

A standard in luxury goods since 1861, the store carries such designer gems as Barbara Barry’s latest tabletop collection, Robert Kuo’s copper sculptures and Andrew Fisher’s fine art furnishings.

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340 Post st. (union square) 415.362.9450, williams-sonoma.com

One of only three Alessi shops in the U.S., this is the place where high design takes form in basic appliances including kitchen timers and iconic tea kettles.

The four-story flagship store of this kitchenware company is located right on the perimeter of Union Square, and has everything a cook, kitchen designer or food enthusiast could want.

BriteX FaBricS 146 geary st. (union square) 415.392.2910, britexfabrics.com

A San Francisco institution since 1952, this four-story textiles shop is stocked with choice trimmings and bolts of fabric including intricate brocades.

eMBarCaDerO n nOrTH BeaCH the GarDeNer 1 Ferry Building, ste. 26 (embarcadero) 415.981.8181, thegardener.com

Alta Tingle, a garden designer with a keen eye for design, opened her shop over 25 years ago to offer exceptional garden accessories and rustic furnishings.

hermaN miller 1700 montgomery st., ste. 100 (embarcadero) 415.433.2900, hermanmiller.com

From the Aeron desk chair to the Noguchi coffee table, there is no shortage of iconic furniture to choose from at this legendary manufacturer.

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34 ellis st. (union square) 415.834.9370, cb2.com

The newer, more colorful offshoot of Crate & Barrel, this furnishings and accessories store is for the designsavvy and budget-conscious shopper.

crate & Barrel 55 stockton st. (union square) 415.982.5200, crateandbarrel.com

This shop is easily identified by the collection of ceramic hens in the window; inside is an elegant selection of 19th-century French furniture and a variety of crystal chandeliers.

Jak home 2423 Polk st. (russian hill) 415.839.8264, jak-home.com

Newlyweds flock to this home decor shop, which carries furnishings for every room of the house from cookware to throw pillows to platform beds.

Co-owned by Jeff Holt and interior designer Kathleen Navarra, the furniture and accessories shop is arranged as an enviable living room outfitted with Oly furniture, Juliska tableware and antique accessories.

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29 maiden Ln. (union square) 415.788.0828, deveraobjects.com

1507 ½ Vallejo st. (russian hill) 415.931.4213

This tiny shop, located in San Francisco’s famous alley, draws you in with its intricate objects and delicate collections, including a pair of ivory santos hands and nature-inspired ceramics by Ted Muehling.

Watch your step in this miniature store, stacked floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall with dazzling antiques including Venetian glass chandeliers, oil paintings and julep cups filled with mismatched silver flatware.

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1706 stockton st. (north Beach) 415.956.1870, pelotehome.com

535 octavia Blvd. (hayes Valley) 415.255.9940, peaceindustry.com

This 1,000-square-foot boutique is filled with European table linens, monogrammed handbags and elegant ceramic and-pewter serving pieces by Arte Italica.

Design your own felted-wool rug or pouf by selecting colors and patterns, or pick from the mod designs throughout the shop. All the rugs are handmade in a fair-trade artisan workshop in Iran.

sPring 2162 Polk st. (russian hill) 415.673.2065, springhome.com

The light and airy space is the perfect backdrop for ecofriendly home products including organic mattresses from Royal Pedic and plush toys from Sigikids.

PlAntAtion 336 hayes st. (hayes Valley) 415.565.0888, plantationhomeaccessories.com

Specializing in custom contemporary furnishings offered in a range of upholstery and finishes, this furniture store also carries a wide selection of Asian and European accessories.

ProPeller 555 hayes st. (hayes Valley) 415.701.7767, propellermodern.com

This is the place to go for independent designs that are available at a range of prices, all with a funky-modern aesthetic. Some of their unique wares include furniture from Moooi and LAX and accessories from Harry Allen and Tobias Wong.

tAZi design 333 Linden st. (hayes Valley) 415.503.0013, tazidesigns.com

sWAlloWtAil 2217 Polk st. (russian hill) 415.567.1555, swallowtailsf.com

Filled with pieces like vintage Hollywood Regency chairs, Art Deco vases and Louis XVI Christofle table lamps, the inspiring shop makes you feel as if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been transported to a Paris bazaar.

TENDERLOIN n CIVIC CENTER HAYES VALLEY flight 001 525 hayes st. (hayes Valley) 415.487.1001, flight001.com

The glossy white shop is all about travel, offering superslick luggage, compact alarm clocks, eye-popping leather passport holders, buckwheat neck pillows and plenty of travel guides.

Handcrafted mosaic tables, ornate tea glasses, vibrant leather poufs and starburst lanterns are a few of the Moroccan imports available at this shop, tucked into Linden Alley.

WorldWAre 301 Fell st. (hayes Valley) 415.487.9030, worldwaresf.com

Known for sourcing curvaceous furniture, dramatic lighting and fine accessories, the owners of Worldware have always offered help in customizing their wares and now offer room-by-room design services.

ZonAl 568 hayes st. (hayes Valley) 415.255.9307, zonalhome.com

One of the stores that put Hayes Valley on the designlovers map when it opened in 1990, this shop has a mix of American country and contemporary furniture as well as works by local artists.

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149 gough st. (hayes Valley) 415.861.5975, insidemodern.com

243 Brannan st. (south Beach) 415.541.0754, alnosf.com

A Cherner chair and a Modernica sofa are paired with a George Nelson Bubble lamp to create the quintessential modern space at this neighborhood gem.

This top-of-the-line German kitchen cabinetry showroom carries a variety of styles that range from sleek lacquer to eco-friendly faux-wood paneling.

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91 third st. (soma) 415.543.0771, arclineasanfrancisco.com

521 sixth st. (soma) 415.543.1771, mscapeusa.com

An esteemed cabinetry manufacturer since 1925, Arclinea offers the ultimate in modern Italian kitchen design by Antonio Citterio.

This showroom is dedicated to modern European furniture at affordable prices and you can always find a sleek sectional or modular shelving.

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560 ninth st. (soma) 415.565.7200, arksf.com

701 eighth st. (soma) 415.626.8613, roche-bobois.com

From Minotti to Varenna and Cor to Driade, a visit to this 14,000-square-foot showroom promises modern European furnishings. Designer pieces are presented in vignettes of idealized living spaces.

The Paris company, known for its brightly colored, shapely upholstered pieces, features high-end furniture by a veritable whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who of contemporary European design, including Vladimir Kagan.

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450 ninth st. (soma) 415.431.6888, bmori.net

685 seventh st. (soma) 415.252.9280, roomandboard.com

In this showroom, imported silk wallcoverings in a wide selection of lustrous colors and hand-painted fabrics are shown to advantage among European and Asian furnishings and sculptural accessories by local designers.

At the biggest of the big-box furniture stores, the contemporary classics can all be customized by size and upholstery. Look for pieces by local designers Pablo Pardo and Maria Yee.

BOCONCEpT 101 townsend st. (south Beach) 415.371.0100, boconcept.us

Contemporary furniture store BoConcept carries a collection of hip designs for city living. The staff is happy to help by showing you a 3-D computer rendering of your space complete with new furniture.

CALIFORNIA CARpET & RUGS 1197 Folsom st. (soma) 415.487.3636, calfloor.com

With brands like Karastan and Calvin Klein and a range of options in everything from hand-tufted wooland-silk carpets to eco-friendly hardwood flooring, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no shortage of choices at this showroom.

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162 king st. (south Beach) 415.777.1030, lignerosetsf.com

151 third st. (soma) 415.357.4035, sfmoma.org

This French design house creates ultra-modern pieces by collaborating with top-notch European designers including Tord Boontje and the Bouroullec brothers.

A great source for gifts, the museum shop is also the place to find art and design books as well as exhibition posters, unique housewares and sculptural jewelry.

LIMN 290 townsend st. (soma) 415.543.5466, limn.com

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Founded by architect Dan Friedlander in 1981, Limn has grown from a retail outlet for design studio furniture to a 40,000-square-foot modern furnishings showroom with a gallery exhibiting works from regional artists and an entire B&B Italia wing. summer 2009 chdmag.com

MISSION n POTRERO n DOGPATCH DESIGN DISTRICT ALDEA 3338 17th st. (mission) 415.865.9807, aldeahome.com

Laid out like a stylish apartment, the store has Indonesian teak wall-hangings in the living room, Zodax tea glasses in the kitchen, and DwellStudio linens for both grown-ups and kids in the bedrooms. architecture + design guide 65

SHOP ANTIQUE ANd ART EXCHANGE

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151 Vermont st., ste. 4 (Design District) 415.522.3580, antiqueandartexchange.com

128 utah st. (Potrero) 415.674.9430, dzinestore.com

The collection of Biedermeier furniture, 15th-century china, 18th-century English silver and Japanese sculptures means that even antiques dealers come here for rare furnishings.

The lofty ceilings in this 10,000-square-foot showroom create the perfect setting for the high-end designs from Italian luminaries such as Moroso, Boffi and Porro.

THE APARTMENT 3469 18th st. (mission) 415.255.1100

This Mission District store offers a mix of vintage furniture and oil portraits that could work equally well for a funky urban pad or a Pacific Heights Edwardian. Don’t miss their trove of historic postcards.

Ed HARdY 188 henry Adams st. (Design District) 415.626.6300, edhardysf.com

With a choice collection of 17th- through 20th-century furnishings and a decorative arts gallery, this antiques shop is one of the best in the city.

ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS 573 Valencia st. (mission) 415.252.8370, ae-home.com

Ultramodern furnishings culled from independent designers around the world are fittingly displayed in this minimalist white storefront, which features concrete floors and huge windows.

BATTERSEA 297 Kansas st. (Design District) 415.553.8500, batterseasf.com

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2021 17th st. (Design District) 415.934.9228, blackmancruz.com

245 Kansas st. (Design District) 415.701.7707, forgottenshanghai.com

Part gallery, part vintage furniture shop, it’s hard not to drool over the one-of-a-kind pieces in this showroom. Case in point: a circa-1900 Art Nouveau wingback chair and a 1920s wrought-iron chandelier.

Come here to find Asian accessories and furniture from the 18th and 19th centuries, vibrantly colored silk brocades and the company’s exclusive line of contemporary furniture.

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151 Vermont st., ste. 7 (Design District) 415.431.1018, candacebarnes.com

572 Valencia st. (mission) 415.861.9800, monument.1stdibs.com

An award-winning San Francisco designer and dealer of European antiques, Candace Barnes offers items from her own furniture line amid pedigreed pieces imported from around the world.

Pairing Hollywood Regency with Alvar Aalto chairs, Monument injects glam into a clean-lined midcentury world. There’s a second showroom in Potrero Hill (300 Kansas St., Ste. 103, 415-312-4065).

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111 rhode island st. (Design District) 415.241.9300, coupdetatsf.com

824 Valencia st. (mission) 415.824.1872, paxtongate.com

Reclaimed white-oak floors, dramatic lighting and dark painted walls accentuate a mix of worldly art and antiques, including a leather Chippendale wing chair and an Afghan blanket chest.

Founded by two landscape designers who were fascinated by the natural sciences, this cabinet of curiosities displays everything from carnivorous plants to taxidermy.

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Designer Will Wick reimagined his studio space, which was formerly known as SarloWick, with furnishings and accessories including industrial European antiques and bold color photography by local artist Grant Ernhart.

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295 Kansas st. (Design District) 415.863.1001, gabriellasarlo.com

575 castro st. (castro) 415.865.0353, givenonline.com

Stepping out on her own after a successful partnership in SarloWick, Gabriella Sarlo has created Parisian-style vignettes to showcase tableware from Astier de Villatte and textiles from Carolyn Quartermaine.

Formerly a buyer for the museum stores at the de Young and the Legion of Honor, Nick Romero stocks his shop with jewelry and toys as well as home decor and accessories, all with an eye toward design.

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890 Valencia st. (mission) 415.647.4211, X21modern.com

2319 market st. (castro) 415.431.6900, kennethwingard.com

A truckload of fresh inventory—vintage items such as a Salterini patio table or an original Michael Taylor for Baker dining set—arrives every Saturday.

With starburst laser-cut mobiles by Mo-bi-le-o and Wingard’s own mod line of lamps and vases, the place resembles a swinging 1970s bachelor pad.

BERNAL HEIGHTS n GLEN PARK NOE VALLEY MODeRnPAST 677 chenery st. (glen Park) 415.333.9007, modernpast.com

Owned by Glen Park’s honorary design commissioner, Ric López, this store is a near-museum of vintage furniture from rare Eames classics to Hans Wegner finds.

DUBOCE TRIANGLE n UPPER MARKET DOLORES HEIGHTS n CASTRO TWIN PEAKS n DIAMOND HEIGHTS BAUeRWARe Award-winning San Francisco kitchen and bath designer Lou Ann Bauer opened her shop ten years ago to focus specifically on cabinetry hardware. The vast collection is from more than 180 designers.

BeLL’OccHiO 10 Brady st. (upper market) 415.864.4048, bellocchio.com

This tiny treasure chest of a store contains silky spools of ribbon, antique linens, handmade stationery and beaded gift boxes imported from France.

ecHO FURniTURe 3769 24th st. (noe Valley) 415.643.3845, web.mac.com/echofurniture

This furniture store carries new lines of softly modern (a.k.a. “transitional”) pieces influenced by midcentury classics and updated with today’s dimensions.

FLAX ART & DeSign 1699 market st. (upper market) 415.552.2355, flaxart.com

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RARe Device 1845 market st. (upper market) 415.863.3969, raredevice.net

Promoting local emerging artists and designers, this store and art gallery caters to an offbeat aesthetic with items like retro-style wallpaper by Julia Rothman and Jalea Jalea jewelry from Mexico.

NOPA n ALAMO SQUARE WESTERN ADDITION n JAPAN TOWN THe OTHeR SHOP 327 Divisadero st. (nopa) 415.621.5424

This vintage furniture and art store was a staple on Divisadero Street long before the neighborhood developed an acronym. Be sure to scour the back room for original 1950s Fiestaware.

HAIGHT n COLE VALLEY n LOWER HAIGHT egg AnD THe URBAn MeRcAnTiLe 85 carl st. (cole Valley) 415.564.2248, urbanmercantile.com

Filled with glass and ceramic vessels, letterpress stationery, chic placemats and colorful pillows, this shop is a sure bet for finding the perfect gift. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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SHOP LOWER PACIFIC HEIGHTS LAUREL HEIGHTS n PRESIDIO HEIGHTS PRESIDIO Design within Reach 1913 Fillmore st. (Lower Pacific heights) 415.567.1236, dwr.com

The ubiquitous purveyor of off-the-rack contemporary design and modern classics has two other locations around the city: 455 Jackson St., 415-837-3940; and 2299 Alameda St., 415-734-9172.

KenDaLL wiLKinsOn hOMe 3419 sacramento st. (Presidio) 415.409.1966, thresholdbydesign.com

Newly remodeled, the home furnishings and accessories store formerly known as Threshold now features a vintage-inspired furniture line by proprietor and designer Kendall Wilkinson.

atys 2149B union st. (cow hollow) 415.441.9220, atysdesign.com

Tucked into a courtyard off the street, Atys is like a little escape to Italy without the jetlag. Sip espresso as you browse the shop for European and Japanese housewares and gadgets.

Bae 3101 sacramento st. (Pacific heights) 415.928.1287, bae-home.com

The home accessories shop specializes in items inspired by nature, such as vivid green bamboo-shaped glass vases and a mirrored nightstand that they nicknamed “Claudette.”

Bee MaRKet 2266 union st. (cow hollow) 415.292.2910, bee-market.com

Carrying sleek pieces of its own design, this modern furniture boutique is a designer favorite for custom lacquered beds and case goods in a range of colors.

BiRch 3263A sacramento st. (Pacific heights) 415.922.4724, birchsf.com

The black walls of this shoebox-size flower shop accentuate the innovative floral creations and modern window displays designed by owner Torryne Choate. It also carries organically shaped resin vessels and jewelry by local artist Tina Frey.

FOUnD 1842 union st. (cow hollow) 415.248.6842, foundsanfrancisco.com

Inspired by old-fashioned houseware shops, interior designers Caitlin Moran Lobosco and Tyler Dawson’s store showcases collections of furniture and accessories they have acquired by scouring flea markets, auctions and estate sales.

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3333 sacramento st. (Presidio heights) 415.292.8020, twigagallery.com

2133 Fillmore st. (Pacific heights) 415.563.9500, jonathanadler.com

Owner Twiga hails from Tanzania and her gallery is an assemblage of imported tribal art, textiles and artifacts dating as far back as the 12th century.

Making needlepoint pillows look hip again is no small feat. Thanks to Jonathan Adler, you only need a few key accessories from his retro-inspired furnishings shop to add a pop of color and humor to your home.

MARINA n COW HOLLOW PACIFIC HEIGHTS antheM 3274 sacramento st. (Pacific heights) 415.440.6500, anthemsf.com

Linens from Ann Gish, Haviland china and unique furniture pieces are displayed against a backdrop of white columns and herringbone-patterned limestone floors. 70 Architecture + Design guiDe

MaRch 3075 sacramento st. (Pacific heights) 415.931.7433, marchsf.com

Striking overscale pieces, both vintage and new, are a signature of this interiors shop. It carries midcentury antiques, 1940s Iranian rugs and Royal Boch ceramics from Belgium and also offers interior design services. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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SHOP NESt 2300 Fillmore st. (Pacific heights) 415.292.6199, nestsf.com

The items in this shop recall the offerings in the crowded bazaars in France, India and Mexico. Browse through the John Robshaw cotton quilts, spider’s-webdelicate jewelry and graphic kids’ books.

PAcIFIc hEIGhtS PLAcE 1525 union st. (cow hollow) 415.563.6500, pacificheightsplace.com

architectural relics and steel industrial tables. Owner Jonathan Rachman is also an interior designer, whose projects include the Huntington Hotel.

FLORA GRUBB GARDENS 1634 Jerrold Ave. (Bayview) 415.648.2670, floragrubb.com

The 25,000-square-foot nursery is filled with sculptural plants such as palms and agaves, unique varietals like felted-leaf succulents and high-end outdoor furniture. Grab a cup of Ritual Roasters coffee from their cafe on the premises before exploring the gardens.

This showroom offers a line of Louis XV-style pieces in bright neon colors and bold patterns. Think of it as furniture fit for Sofia Coppola’s recent take on Marie Antoinette.

PASt PERFEct 2224 union st. (cow hollow) 415.929.7651

Vintage treasures fill this neighborhood favorite: The antique collective features finds by the Bay Area’s design legends. A second, bigger space with larger pieces, opened two years ago at 2246 Lombard St. (415-929-2288).

SUE FIShER KING 3067 sacramento st. (Pacific heights) 415.922.7276, suefisherking.com

A San Francisco institution for nearly three decades, this shop features high-end accessories for the home including Murano glass lamps, Mirella Spinella silk velvet pillows and a library of fine design books. SUE FISHER KING

WIStERIA ANtIqUE DEcORAtIvE PRINtS The antique and rare prints here include old maps such as an 1856 Bay Area coastal chart and a 1911 Chevalier tourist map of SF.

ZINc DEtAILS 2410 california st. (Pacific heights) 415.776.9002, zincdetails.com

The furniture branch of this store features classics by designers such as Isamu Noguchi and newcomers like Blu Dot. The original storefront around the corner houses modern accessories, gifts and housewares (1905 Fillmore St., 415-776-2100).

INNER RICHMOND n OUTER RICHMOND BAYVIEW FLEUR*t 15 clement st. (inner richmond) 415.752.1900, fleurtstyle.com

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PARK LIFE 220 clement st. (inner richmond) 415.386.7275, parklifestore.com

Art books and art objects coexist with actual artworks. It’s open late so you can browse through the back-room gallery while waiting for a table at Burma Superstar.

Péché MIGNON 147 clement st. (inner richmond) 415.221.6000, pechemignon.com

Channel your inner Francophile with such wares as hand-painted porcelain and jacquard tablecloths imported from France.

PERIOD GEORGE 7 clement st. (inner richmond) 415.752.1900, periodgeorge.net

George isn’t the only period at this tableware emporium: You’ll also find Victoria, Edward and even Nicolas (Sarkozy), if you factor in the modern and antique Limoges pieces. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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FINANCIAL DISTRICT n CHINATOWN JACKSON SQUARE BiX 56 gold st. (jackson square) $$$–$$$$ 415.433.6300, bixrestaurant.com

From its alleyway entrance to its classic cocktail menu, Bix has old-school swank written all over it. Designed by Michael Guthrie, the space is outfitted with an amber-paneled skylight, silver columns and a swooping staircase. The menu features seasonal comfort dishes such as Kobe steak, spaghetti in a rich lobster sauce and Bix’s famous chicken hash.

The chicken tagine is one of the best in town and the b’stilla is just right. The extensive wine list emphasizes the Mediterranean; don’t overlook the sherries.

PERBAcco 230 california st. (financial district) $$$–$$$$ 415.955.0663, perbaccosf.com

Local firm CCS Architects designed this 8,000-squarefoot Italian eatery, bringing red banquettes and Carrara marble floors into a historic 1912 space. Chef Staffan Terje offers an update of the Caesar salad, while agnolotti pasta filled with roasted rabbit is lifted to heavenly status with a topping of sweet ragu.

TAvERNA AvENTiNE 582 washington st. (jackson square) $$ 415.981.1500, aventinesf.com

Complete with 100-year-old wood beams and reproduction Edison light bulbs from 1892, Taverna Aventine was designed by Lauren Geremia. The restaurant and bar, located on the site of the old Barbary Coast, is a sleek celebration of the Gold Rush days with vintage San Francisco maps and photos as well as a downstairs parlor with handcrafted liquor lockers.

BocADilloS 710 montgomery st. (jackson square) $$ 415.982.2622, bocasf.com

cHiARoScURo 550 washington st. (financial district) $$$–$$$$ 415.362.6012, chiaroscurosf.com

Chiaroscuro has an industrial-chic air, with concrete benches piled with pillows, lofty ceilings and an open kitchen. Start with a salad or antipasti (such as beef carpaccio with onion marmalade) and finish with an entrée of baked prawns wrapped in pancetta.

GiTANE 6 claude Ln. (financial district) $$$ d 415.788.6686, gitanerestaurant.com

Oakland-based designer Mr. Important used handprinted wallpaper, mirrored consoles and tapestries printed with fine art photography to set the stage for Chef Lisa Eyherabide’s eclectic menu, influenced by Spain, Portugal, the south of France and North Africa. 76 Architecture + design guide

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UNION SQUARE ASiA DE cUBA 495 geary st. (union square) $$$$ 415.929.2300, chinagrillmgt.com

Philippe Starck transformed the historic Redwood Room with velvet curtains, leather banquettes and a central shared table with a mirrored top. Try the creative Asian-Latin fusion dishes including tuna tartare with currants and almonds and Cuban spiced chicken served with Thai coconut sticky rice in banana leaves.

clocK BAR 335 Powell st. (union square) $$-$$$ 415.397.9222, michaelmina.net/clockbar

New York’s Rockwell Group designed the first-ever cocktail lounge headed by star chef Michael Mina with two columns of glowing amber glass, gold mesh curtains and a profusion of redwood paneling. Sip the Ginger Rogers (gin, ginger syrup, mint, lemon and ginger ale) while snacking on a lobster corn dog. chdmAg.com summer 2009

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EAT Le CoLoniaL 20 cosmo Pl. (union square) $$$$ D 415.931.3600, lecolonialsf.com

This restaurant is like a Hollywood set of 1950s Indochina: wicker chairs and rattan couches are set beneath bowed palm fronds and purring ceiling fans. Menu items include crunchy cha gio vit filled with shredded duck and glass noodles and sea bass steamed in banana leaves with shiitakes and tomatoes.

MiChaeL Mina 335 Powell st. (union square) $$$$ 415.397.9222, michaelmina.net

Set in the historic lobby of the Westin St. Francis, the restaurant was designed by Barbara Barry in a palette of pale celadon, parchment and toasty brown. Customized prix-fixe, three-course dinners allow diners to select from an innovative menu of dishes such as lobster pot pie and whole fried chicken for two.

and the Ferry Building. Chef Paul Arenstam cooks up dishes from the fresh, seasonal produce available at the farmers’ market across the street.

boULevard 1 mission st. (embarcadero) $$$$ 415.543.6084, boulevardrestaurant.com

Located in the historic Audiffred Building, this waterfront restaurant was designed by Pat Kuleto with Art Nouveau accents and sweeping views of the Bay. Seasonal dishes include squash-blossom gnocchi with lobster and sugar snap peas and grilled wild Pacific sea bass with prawns, white beans and chorizo.

Chaya brasserie 132 embarcadero (embarcadero) $$$–$$$$ 415.777.8688, thechaya.com

This sleek space, decorated with exposed redwood beams and crystal chandeliers, provides a dazzling view of the Bay Bridge. The sophisticated FrancoJapanese menu offers up seared foie gras alongside the “Chaya Medley,” a miniature plate featuring the chef ’s choice of fresh meats and seafood. There’s a first-rate sushi bar for a quick meal on the run, and you can grab an espresso for your bayfront walk.

Coi 373 Broadway (north Beach) $$$$ D 415.393.9000, coirestaurant.com

Coi is as serene as its name (pronounced kwa, it’s French for “tranquility”). The interior is minimalist: a narrow lounge leads to a dining room lined with banquettes in soothing tones of chocolate, tan and cream and hung with works by photographer Catherine Wagner. Guests can order à la carte in the lounge or go for the 11-course tasting menu in the dining room. mIchAEL mInA

La Mar CebiChería PerUana 333 o’farrell st. (union square) $$-$$$ 415.923.4400, urbantavernsf.com

The casual setting of this Gensler-designed “gastropub” is inspired by the countryside taverns of Europe and features a rustic communal table carved from local claro walnut. The Mediterranean menu is rustic yet refined and includes dishes such as petrale sole and braised short-rib beef daube.

EmbArcAdEro n norTh bEAch aMeriCano 8 mission st. (embarcadero) $$$–$$$$ 415.278.3777, americanorestaurant.com

This restaurant on the ground floor of Chip Conley’s sleek Hotel Vitale was designed by Heller Manus Architects with modern interiors by New York’s McCartan Design. An open-air patio set with tables and loungers provides 180-degree views of the Bay 78 Architecture + Design guiDe

Pier 1½, (embarcadero) $$$–$$$$ 415.397.8880, lamarcebicheria.com

The 8,000-square-foot space, by CCS Architecture in collaboration with a design team from Peru, has exposed whitewashed beams, windows overlooking a patio and chairs webbed with electric-blue nylon. Headed by Peruvian star chef Gastón Acurio, expect to find plenty of Pisco (practically the national beverage) and ceviche on the menu.

sLanTed door ferry Building (embarcadero) $$$–$$$$ 415.861.8032, slanteddoor.com

Designed by Olle Lundberg, the restaurant’s big, modern space at the northern end of the Ferry Building has a wall of windows overlooking the Bay and a lounge area with top-notch cocktails. With his Chez Panisse–like take on Vietnamese fare, chef Charles Phan showcases local ingredients in simple dishes such as clams with chiles and Thai basil. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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Urban Tavern

EAT fishErmAn’s whArf n russiAn hill nob hill Acquerello 1722 sacramento st. (nob hill) $$$$ d 415.567.5432, acquerello.com

Housed in a Mission-style chapel built in the 1920s, complete with a wood-beamed vaulted ceiling, Acquerello recently underwent a renovation led by designer John Wheatman. Regulars linger for hours, enjoying seasonal Italian cuisine such as house-made pasta coated in a marsala-and-foie-gras cream sauce with black-truffle shavings and crispy Arctic char over sunchokes. The desserts are delectable.

Amélie 1754 Polk st. (nob hill) $$ 415.292.6916, ameliesf.com

Local firm D.M.G. Design outfitted this tiny wine bar and lounge with cherry red walls, vintage movie theater seats and a red-lacquered oval bar. The signature raviole de Royans—ravioli stuffed with Gruyère and chanterelles—pairs well with a hearty Cabernet, just one of more than 30 reds and 20 white wines by the glass, predominantly from California and Europe.

ushered in more contemporary and sustainable materials including cocoa wood and bamboo while maintaining the signature 1940s tropical vibe.

TEndErnob n TEndErloin civic cEnTEr n hAyEs vAllEy ABsinTHe 398 hayes st. (hayes Valley) $$–$$$ 415.551.1590, absinthe.com

This Hayes Valley staple has brought its swanky belleepoque brasserie style, superb cocktails and Cal-French food to the neighborhood for the past 10 years. The menu changes seasonally, but fish dishes are particularly good here, and you can make a meal of large “share” plates, such as the duck confit hash.

BourBon & BrAncH 501 jones st. (tenderloin) bourbonandbranch.com

This modern take on the speakeasy is definitely worth making a (required) reservation online. Inside this cocktail lounge, book-laden shelves conceal entrances into hidden rooms and lounges, while talented bartenders mix classic drinks with fresh, premium ingredients. Should you show up on the spur of the moment, the password “books” will always get you into the standing-room Library in back.

cAnTeen 817 sutter st. (tendernob) $$$ 415.928.8870, sfcanteen.com

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le cluB 1250 jones st. (nob hill) $$$$ 415.922.2582, leclubsf.com

Resurrected by Todd Traina and Gina Milano to revive the glory of a 1970s nightspot of the same name, the reservations-only haunt offers starters including local oysters and duck rillettes and entrees such as Maine lobster potpie. The onyx bar, velvet drapes, marble floors and wing chairs covered in crocodile-stamped patent leather lend an air of louche gentility.

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TongA room And HurricAne BAr 950 mason st. (nob hill) $$$ 415.772.5278, fairmont.com

In the venerable (and newly remodeled by international firm Gensler) tiki lounge inside the Fairmont Hotel, sip a mai tai by the lagoon, nibble on Pacific Rim Asian appetizers and listen to covers played by the band perched on a “floating” straw hut. The redesign summer 2009 chdmag.com

With a small kelly-green counter and a handful of snug booths, this former coffee shop has a vintage charm. Chef Dennis Leary (an alum of Rubicon) turns out big dishes from the miniscule open kitchen, including the signature steak tartare served with homemade potato chips, or a blanquette de veau with artichokes.

corTez 550 geary st. (tendernob) $$–$$$ d 415.292.6360, cortezrestaurant.com

Michael Brennan’s playful yet sophisticated design exudes big-city chic without pretension. Rustic burlap sacks of bread and shot glasses of steaming-hot soup bring a touch of whimsy to the eclectic but delicious eats. The menu has been expanded from a small-plates format to include larger options, such as laurel-scented Japanese snapper and hanger steak.

FArmer Brown 25 mason st. (tenderloin) $$–$$$ 415.409.3276, farmerbrownsf.com

At the long copper bar, a diverse crowd sips mint juleps and potent watermelon margaritas. Chef-owner Jay Foster has created a “farm-fresh” twist on Southern cuisine by using sustainable ingredients and ethically raised meats. Entrées such as crispy fried Fulton Valley Farms chicken rely on big, bold flavors. architecture + design guide 79

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bacar

300 grove st. (civic center) $$$$ D 415.861.5555, jardiniere.com

448 Brannan st. (soma) $$$–$$$$ 415.904.4100, bacarsf.com

A pre-theater crowd gathers here to sup and sip bubbly, framed by hanging velvets, a tasteful sparkling dome and a curving staircase that leads to the second-story dining room. Iron Chef winner Traci Des Jardins turns out classics including duck confit with tangerines and Medjool dates and rack of lamb served with lamb crépinette and chèvre potato gratin.

This former warehouse (with the exposed brick and timbers to prove it) offers banquettes for serious diners, a long bar for those in search of a casual bite and a subterranean lounge for wine drinkers. Expect classic California fare made with local ingredients, such as wood-oven roasted bone marrow to duck breast with figs, olives and quinoa.

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blue bottle café

517 hayes st. (hayes Valley) $$$$ D nr 415.864.2122, sebosf.com

66 mint st. (soma) $ nr 415.351.9276, bluebottlecoffee.net

In this intimate sushi restaurant, angular lines echo throughout, from the asymmetrical handcrafted mahogany tables to the back-lit shoji-screen walls. Sit at the bar and you can order the omakase menu (chef ’s choice), which changes nightly; it can include anything from nigiri sushi with tiny baby eels, tender slices of ankimo (monkfish liver) or edamame with konbushiso broth and mushrooms.

The first cafe from the beloved local micro-roasters looks like a mod science lab devoted to top-shelf coffee. It anchors one corner of the Mint Plaza development and is probably best known for its $20,000 Japanese siphon coffeemaker, the first (and only) of its kind in the United States. A communal table provides seating for the avid coffee-loving crowds.

Suppenküche 525 Laguna st. (hayes Valley) $$–$$$ nr 415.252.9289, suppenkuche.com

Chefs on their night off and neighborhood locals crowd onto long, family-style plank benches flanking butcherblock tables lit by flickering candlelight, or snag a seat at the bar. A stylish rendition of a German beer hall, Suppenküche offers Wiener schnitzel, house-made sausage and an unparalleled selection of beers. Potato pancakes with applesauce, pickled herring, spaetzle and sauerkraut are all delicious. The Sunday brunch is the perfect start to a lazy day.

chez papa reSto 4 mint Plaza (soma) $$$ 415.546.4134, chezpapasf.com

A lovely outdoor patio is the best spot downtown for an alfresco lunch or dinner on a (rare) warm SF evening. You’ll see many of the ingredients you’d expect to discover in the South of France on the menu, married with good French technique—the resulting dishes are expert versions of such classics as bouillabaisse, lamb daube, steak frites and roasted chicken.

souTh bEAch n somA n mission bAy anchor & hope 83 minna st. (soma) $$–$$$ 415.501.9100, anchorandhopesf.com

b reStaurant and bar 720 howard st. (soma) $–$$ 415.495.9800, boxedfoodscompany.com

Housed in a sleek, all-glass building on the upper terrace of the Yerba Buena Gardens, the restaurant designed by architectural firm Medium Plenty features a 25-foot terrazzo-and-concrete bar and stools made of deconstructed wine barrels. For dinner, start with a dozen Marin Miyagi oysters before moving on to horseradish-encrusted salmon with braised fennel. 80 Architecture + Design guiDe

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coco500 500 Brannan st. (soma) $$$ 415.543.2222, coco500.com

When chef Loretta Keller closed her beloved Bizou, she and Cathy Simon of the architectural firm SMWM gave the space a makeover with lots of blond wood and blue hues and then reopened it as Coco500. Balinese teak dining tables and a bar topped with Italian glass serve as the backdrop for Keller’s California-Mediterranean cuisine, including the duck-liver terrine, the beef cheek and light-as-air fried green beans. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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The team behind Town Hall and Salt House converted a former auto-body shop into an East Coast–inspired seafood shack with distressed wood, antique light fixtures and lengths of nautical rope—with an overall effect more chic than kitsch. If you’re looking for fried fish, creamy chowder or a lobster roll bursting with chunks of meat, then this is the place.

Cupertino 408.996.4500 1505 S. DeAnza Blvd.

Redwood City 650.482.4100 330 Blomquist Ave.

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598 second st. (soma) $$$ 415.836.9239, plumpjack.com

330 townsend st. (soma) $$–$$$ 415.974.5599, southfwb.com

Part of the PlumpJack wine-and-hospitality group, this restaurant features a modern dining room designed by Stanlee Gatti with green suede walls and a zinc-topped bar. Dishes such as Chesapeake Bay soft-shell crab and watermelon salad, Niman Ranch pork three ways and salt-baked whole red snapper are rustic yet refined. A dessert menu tempts with innovative organic options like buttermilk-ginger panna cotta.

Mod-Oz is the overarching theme of this Aussieinflected space across from the Caltrain depot. The room has elaborate red-and-white tiling and bentwood pendant lights. South has a modern sensibility, with food that’s light, healthy and peppered with Asian flavors. The stand-out dessert is the signature licorice parfait with lime syrup.

lOcal kItcHEN & WINE MERcHaNt 330 First st. (soma) $$–$$$ 415.777.4200, sf-local.com

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508 Fourth st. (soma) $$–$$$ D 415.777.1508, orsonsf.com

606 Folsom st. (soma) $$–$$$ 415.243.0580, zareflytrap.com

Housed in a remodeled warehouse, this restaurant from Elizabeth Falkner (Citizen Cake) is an edgy showcase for modern decor and food. The 10,000square-foot space is outfitted with oil paintings and a bookcase stocked with design tomes and Venini vases. In the kitchen, the focus is on small plates with a touch of whimsy, such as tempura-fried soft-boiled eggs and desserts made from blue potatoes.

Though Hoss Zaré’s takeover of this historic restaurant resulted in a complete menu overhaul, the space retains its old charm. Walls are papered with vintage botanical and scientific prints, and the room sports red accents throughout. The now-Mediterranean menu features standouts such as Iranian pickles with pomegranate molasses and sumac, braised lamb shank and slow-cooked eggplant with walnuts and yogurt.

PREss club 20 Yerba Buena ln. (soma) $$ 415.777.4200, pressclubsf.com.

Tucked along Yerba Buena Lane, Press Club brings the experience of Wine Country to the heart of the city. Eight small-production wineries offer tastings and retail sales, as well as a small-plates menu inspired by the produce of Wine Country, in a 9,000-square-foot underground space designed by Baldauf Catton von Eckartsberg Architects, the firm that transformed the Ferry Building.

mission n potrero hill n dogpatch baR baMbINO 2931 16th st. (mission) $$$ 415.701.8466, barbambino.com

Aidlin Darling Design took inspiration from rustic Italian enotecas and 1920s design for this Italian eatery. The white marble bar is accented with dark wood, and three communal tables are designed for casual, convivial dining. A list of bruschetta and panini and cheese and salumi plates gives way to a few hearty pasta dishes and entrées.

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bEREtta

545 mission st. (soma) $$$ 415.543.8900, salthousesf.com

1199 Valencia st. (mission) $-$$ D nr 415.695.1199, berettasf.com

Designed by Alamosa Design and Disfigure Design, the 75-seat space mixes luxury with rawness, keeping several original elements of the former printing press while bringing in new pieces such as custom wire chandeliers and contemporary art. A pepper-rubbed steak is perfectly rosy inside, while a roast chicken is jazzed up with preserved lemon.

At Beretta ( formerly the Last Supper Club), a communal wood table anchors the upstairs dining room and chandeliers dangle overhead. Pizzas are of the thin-crust variety, with blistered edges and restrained toppings, and the antipasti change seasonally. While you wait for a table, have a cocktail prepared by some of the best bartenders in the business.

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Ola Fendert’s newest restaurant, a glass-and-stone grotto with an open kitchen and an attached wine shop, is one of the go-to spots in the Rincon Hill section of SoMa. As at Oola, Fendert’s first restaurant, the food served here is mostly of the comfort variety—there’s a Caesar salad, a rotisserie chicken and pizzas from the wood-burning oven, and you can order sides of Parmesan-truffle fries or roasted root vegetables.

EAT Conduit

maveriCk

280 Valencia st. (mission) $$$ d 415.552.5200, conduitrestaurant.com

3316 17th st. (mission) $$$ 415.863.3061, sfmaverick.com

Stanley Saitowitz/Natoma Architects won top honors from the AIA SF in 2008 for their design of this restaurant, which highlights the industrial material that is the eatery’s namesake. Executive chef Justin Deering (Boulevard, Fifth Floor) makes everything in house and from scratch, whether it’s the delectable caramelized onions, Gruyère and slow-cooked oxtail ravioli or the cravable Captain Crunch ice cream.

Owners Scott Youkilis and Mike Pierce made over these tiny digs, where warm pumpkin walls and an illuminated map of the U.S. provide the backdrop for the New American fare. The menu changes daily, but the “Baltimore crab fluffs”—deep-fried lump blue crab served with a tangy remoulade—are often on offer.

delfina 3621 18th st. (mission) $$$ d 415.552.4055, delfinasf.com

Designed by architect Douglas Burnham of Envelope A+D, this wildly popular Italian restaurant features jarrah wood floors and built-in seating, a handful of zinc-topped tables and custom pendants. The food here sets the standard, from the grilled calamari with white beans to the spaghetti with tomatoes and chiles. Check out the tiny pizzeria next door (also designed by Burnham in 2005) for thin-crust pies.

Spork 1058 Valencia st. (mission) $-$$ d 415.643.5000, sporksf.com

This KFC-turned-locally-owned-restaurant has a very modern feel: The flat gray walls are accented by bright, oversize posters, with a few relics from the KFC days, such as a kitchen hood—now a light fixture—thrown in for authenticity’s sake. The requisite spork accompanies a handful of dishes, including the “pot brownie,” a gooey dessert. Most everything on the menu is under $20 and leans toward the simple with a retro wink.

univerSal Cafe 2814 19th st. (mission) $$$ 415.821.4608, universalcafe.net

Situated in loft central, Universal’s sleek details mirror the neighborhood’s industrial look. An open kitchen and tall chalkboard cocktail menu cozy up the space, while a wall of tall windows bathes the room in natural light. Rustic meets sophisticated on Leslie Carr-Avalos’ inspired, mostly organic menu of New American dishes. Share the crispy flatbread with pesto and freshstretched mozzarella, followed by braised pot roast. FArinA FoCACCiA & CUCinA iTAliAnA

farina foCaCCia & CuCina italiana 3560 18th st. (mission) $$$ 415.565.0360, farinafoods.com

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It’s bold to open a Ligurian restaurant in the shadow of Delfina, but Farina’s design helps distinguish it. Architect Brett Terpeluk (who studied under Renzo Piano) chose cherry-red wire chandeliers, frosted glass sconces, brilliant white subway tiles and placed a long communal table in the center of the dining room. The fresh pasta is among the finest in town.

WoodWard’S garden 1700 mission st. (mission) $$$ d 415.621.7122, woodwardsgarden.com

Named after a theme park with a zoo and an aquarium that occupied the site in the 19th century, this intimate restaurant is dominated by an open kitchen and features modern touches such as digital art on the walls. Start with one of the salads, such as the beets tossed with walnuts and Maytag blue cheese, or the goatcheese fritters. End the night right with crème brûlée or the brown-butter strawberry tart.

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inCanto

2534 mission st. (mission) $$$ d 415.648.7600, foreigncinema.com

1550 church st. (noe Valley) $$$ 415.641.4500, incanto.biz

Ten years after opening, Foreign Cinema continues to be one of the Mission’s most beloved restaurants. Endearing features include an airy dining room and an outdoor courtyard, where films are projected onto a wall. You’ll always find oysters on the menu, while other items change daily and might include sautéed rock shrimp with hot peppers and garlic.

Located on an idyllic corner in Noe Valley, Incanto draws serious food lovers to its warm dining room. The rustic stone bar is the perfect place for sampling a flight from the restaurant’s impressive list of obscure Italian wines. The changing menu from Chris Cosentino is a marriage of traditional Italian cuisine and a commitment to sustainability.

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eat Le Zinc 4063 24th st. (noe Valley) $$–$$$ 415.647.9400, lezinc.com

If you’re in the mood for an upmarket French meal, this is the place. Named for its authentic zinc-topped bar (as well as the colloquial French term for “cafe”), this bistro has all the charm of Paris. Chef Max Braud hails from France and excels at specialties such as housemade terrine of foie gras and house-smoked salmon, and of course offers up a killer moules frites.

PiQUeO’S 830 cortland Ave. (Bernal heights) $$–$$$ D 415.282.8812, piqueos.com

From the same team that brought Mochica to SoMa, this contemporary Peruvian restaurant—with its rusty-red walls, open kitchen with granite bar, and windows overlooking Cortland Avenue—is pushing the neighborhood’s culinary limits in a stylish setting. Each dish at Piqueo’s masterfully blends disparate elements: The lomo jugo, a classic Peruvian dish, pairs thinly sliced beef in a stir-fry with onions, tomatoes, soy sauce and cilantro, all served with rice and fried potatoes.

nopa n alaMo sQUare western addition n Japantown nOPa 560 Divisadero st. (noPa) $$$ D 415.864.8643, nopasf.com

The lofty space, with exposed beams and trusses, polished concrete floors and large plate-glass windows, is infused with personality thanks to custom SFinspired murals by local artist Brian Barneclo. The food is simple, local and organic, with mains such as grilled pork chop and herbed rotisserie chicken.

O iZaKaYa LOUnge 1625 Post st. (Japantown) $$–$$$ 415.614.5431, oloungesf.com

Designer Michael Guthrie decked out this restaurantcum-lounge in pop-arty Japanese baseball memorabilia. The menu offers some of the most successful and inventive Japanese-influenced food in the city. Take a seat at one of the two communal tables, made entirely of cork, and order bar bites such as ultra-crisp chicken wings in ginger sauce paired with a glass of cold sake.

dolores heights n castro twin peaks cav Wine Bar & Kitchen 1666 market st. (upper market) $$$ D 415.437.1770, cavwinebar.com

DeStinO 1815 market st. (upper market) $$–$$$ D 415.552.4451, destinosf.com

Though sultry crimson-and-amber walls, ornate goldframed mirrors and shadow boxes featuring religious images give Destino the feel of a cathedral, the mood is anything but. Diners come here for modern takes on South American cuisine. Hearts of palm star in a salad studded with golden raisins and fresh mint leaves and ricotta gnocchi are served with Peruvian corn kernels, shiitake mushrooms and a fiery aji-pepper sauce.

ZUni café 1658 market st. (upper market) $$$–$$$$ 415.552.2522, zunicafe.com

Zuni may be celebrating its 30-year anniversary, but it still feels fresh. The two-story space with huge windows offers Market Street views and on sunny days, the sidewalk tables are abuzz. The roast chicken—served with bread salad with sweet currants—is legendary, as is the cheeseburger on focaccia with shoestring fries. 84 Architecture + Design guiDe

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YOShi’S 1330 fillmore st. (Western Addition) $$$ D 415.655.5600, yoshis.com/sf

Adjacent to the jazz club of the same name (and a sibling of the Oakland Yoshi’s), this vast restaurant, seating 350, has soaring ceilings, a second-story lounge and an elegant private dining room, all designed by Berkeley’s Morimoto, Matano & Kang. Refined Japanese is the order of the day at Yoshi’s, where chef Shotaro Kamio offers a veritable treasure trove of unusual ingredients.

haight n cole ValleY n lower haight the aLemBic 1725 haight st. (haight) $$ nr 415.666.0822, alembicbar.com

Despite its diminutive size, the Alembic, with its mustard-yellow walls and vintage chandeliers, manages to be both an exceptional bar and a great place to eat. The Kobe beef-tongue sliders and crispy pork belly with scallops are bar food at its finest. Alembic’s artisan-distilled spirits and Magnolia Brewery beers will get the color back in your cheeks in no time. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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Owner Pamela Busch has brought her philosophy of “drinking outside the box” to Upper Market. Just steps from Zuni Café, this urbane wine bar is decked out in deep reds, rich woods and zinc. Start with a charcuterie assortment or a salad of delicate greens and truffled mushrooms, and then move on to seared bluenose bass with quinoa, grapefruit, broccoli and garlic puree.

EAT RNM 598 haight st. (Lower haight) $$$ d 415.551.7900, rnmrestaurant.com

When RNM moved in, the famously funky Lower Haight became a serious dining destination. In classic New York City style, the snug dining room and bar looks up to a mezzanine with additional dinner seating. Dig into small but hearty plates of short ribs, risotto and osso buco mini-burgers and finish the meal with the gooey brownie sundae.

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or the black-bean chili is the perfect precursor to such mains as tofu brochettes and a polenta gratin with roasted peppers, tomatoes and Manchego cheese.

LAÏOLA 2031 chestnut st. (marina) $$–$$$ d 415.346.5641, laiola.com

This Cal-Spanish restaurant has a copper-clad bar and a menu of approachable, shareable plates. The 50-seat space—owned and designed by Joe Hargrave—has burnt sienna–hued walls and vintage Art Deco lamps. From the first bite of patatas bravas to the last swig of Albariño, it celebrates the rich food culture of Spain.

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1911 fillmore st. (Pacific heights) $$–$$$ nr 415.771.7779, spqrsf.com

3011 steiner st. (cow hollow) $$$ d 415.441.3200, terzosf.com

The team that runs the Marina’s A16 is behind this shoebox-sized space on Fillmore, an approximation of a Roman osteria. The menu is organized into four categories: antipasti, salumi, pasta and antipasti grande. The dishes tend toward the rustic, from pork spareribs with rosemary and fennel to bay scallops with roasted cauliflower and olives.

This small space designed by CCS Architecture exudes warmth—hanging Edison bulbs and a fireplace—as well as sophistication, with a zinc bar and a wall of wine bottles. Though Terzo is best known for its small plates, such as feta and squash flatbread, black truffle bruschetta and roasted beets with thick yogurt and spices, the larger plates are equally laudable.

INNER RICHMOND n OUTER RICHMOND GOLDEN GATE PARK AzizA 5800 geary Blvd. (outer richmond) $$$–$$$$ d 415.752.2222, aziza-sf.com

All types flock here for Moroccan food and creative drinks. With Moorish arches and booths for big groups, the front dining room is the life of the party. Talented chef Mourad Lahlou’s cooking satisfies the crowds with starters including chicken b’stilla and hearty entrées such as lamb shank with a honey-kumquat sauce. SPRUCE

B STAR 127 clement st. (inner richmond) $ 415.933.9900, bstarbar.com

SPRuce 3640 sacramento st. (Presidio heights) $$–$$$$ 415.931.5100, sprucesf.com

Designer Stephen Brady of Williams-Sonoma Home transformed this former 1930s garage with chocolate mohair upholstered walls and saddle-leather chairs. The French-inspired menu includes bar bites, such as boudin blanc with sauerkraut and such entrées as butter-cooked lobster with pillowy gnocchi.

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GReeNS fort mason center, Bldg. a (marina) $$$ 415.771.6222, greensrestaurant.com

A three-ton curving redwood table by famed California woodworker J. B. Blunk dominates the airy dining room (with a stunning view of the Golden Gate Bridge) of this upmarket vegetarian restaurant. The soup du jour summer 2009 chdmag.com

The dining room of this Burma Superstar spin-off is airy and bright, with antiqued hardwood floors and a charming back patio. The menu has a broad pan-Asian appeal. “Fish-and-chips” is a bowl of fried whole smelts, accompanied by malt vinegar and curry aïoli. Kau soi, nubby noodles coated in a sauce of coconut milk and ground chicken, is fancied-up street food at its finest.

SuTRO’S AT THe cLiFF HOuSe 1090 Point Lobos (outer richmond) $$$–$$$$ 415.386.3330, cliffhouse.com

Housed in the historic Cliff House at the northern end of Ocean Beach, high above the Pacific and surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, the dining room offers a breathtaking view. Don’t come just for the visuals—the organic, seasonal ingredients and updated seafood classics inspired by Mediterranean, Asian and Latin American cuisines dominate the menu. architecture + design guide 85

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STAy hotel directory key Prices are based on the average cost of a double room, excluding the 14 percent city tax for hotels with parking. F R RS W $ $$ $$$ $$$$

On-site fitness center Number of rooms and suites Room service Free WiFi in rooms $99–$149 $150–$199 $200–$269 $270 or more

FINANCIAL DISTRICT n CHINATOWN JACKSON SQUARE galleria park hotel 191 sutter st. (Financial District) 415.781.3060, galleriapark.com $$ F 177R Rs W

hotel Frank 386 geary st. (union square) 415.986.2000, hotelfranksf.com $$–$$$ 153R Rs W

Formerly the Maxwell, Hotel Frank has just reopened following a $10 million transformation that ushered in a new contemporary look from Los Angeles designer Thomas Schoos. Graphic black-and-white houndstooth accents set the tone in the lobby, while guest rooms feature teal crocodile-embossed leather headboards and handblown bubble pendant lamps.

hotel Union SQUare 114 Powell st. (union square) 415.397.3000, hotelunionsquare.com $$ 131R W

As part of a $5 million renovation completed last summer, design consultant Riley Johndonnell updated this historic hotel with white tufted headboards and capsule-shaped mirrors while maintaining the 1913 building’s charm by uncovering the brick walls and restoring the original staircases and murals.

This Art Deco–inspired hotel has been around since 1911 but was recently overhauled by local design team Marni Leis and Oren Bronstein. The 177 rooms feature upholstered leather headboards and crystal table lamps. But the standout is the lobby, where an original fireplace has been updated with silver lacquer and the walls are covered with vintage artwork from San Francisco’s Lost Art Salon.

466 Bush st. (Financial District) 415.399.9807, theorchardgardenhotel.com $$ F 86R Rs W

Sister property to the Orchard Hotel, this LEEDcertified hotel was designed by Marin-based Architecture International. The 86 rooms are outfitted with sustainable furnishings, and the 600-square-foot rooftop has been transformed into an idyllic garden. Specially programmed key cards automatically switch off the lights when guests leave the room.

UNION SQUARE cliFt hotel 495 geary st. (union square) 415.775.4700, clifthotel.com $$$$ F 366R Rs W

In 2000, when locals heard that Philippe Starck was redesigning the historic 1913 Clift Hotel, many feared his signature ultramodern style would trump the building’s Italian Renaissance roots. Thankfully, the result was a stylish middle ground: The lobby mixes gray plaster walls, limestone floors and a hand-carved check-in desk with whimsical accessories such as an 18-foot-high bronze fireplace. Sip a cocktail in the hotel’s famous wood-paneled Redwood Room. 88 ARcHITEcTuRE + DEsIgN guIDE

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WeStin St. FranciS 335 Powell st. (union square) 415.397.7000, westinstfrancis.com $$$–$$$$ F 1,195R Rs

Starting with the famous grandfather clock in its lobby, the Westin St. Francis is full of San Francisco history. Half of the rooms are in the 1904 building located directly on Union Square, while the others are in a more modern 1970s addition to the rear. Be sure to check out Michael Mina’s new Clock Bar, off the front lobby across from his eponymous restaurant.

EMBARCADERO n NORTH BEACH hotel Vitale 8 mission st. (Embarcadero) 415.278.3700, hotelvitale.com $$$ F 200R Rs W

Designed by Heller Manus Architects and McCartan Design, this waterfront hotel is decorated in soothing earth tones and natural woods. A small spa at penthouse level is equipped with two outdoor soaking tubs, and free yoga classes are offered each morning. cHDmAg.cOm summER 2009

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STAY FISHERMAN’S WHARF n RUSSIAN HILL NOB HILL FAIRMONT SAN FRANCISCO 950 mason st. (nob hill) 415.772.5000, fairmont.com $$$–$$$$ f 591r rs

This sprawling stone structure is marked by the flags of the 42 countries that signed the original UN Charter, which was drafted in the Fairmont’s Garden Room. Under construction during the 1906 earthquake, the hotel’s ornate lobby has welcomed a multitude of socialites and diplomats since it opened a century ago.

INTERCONTINENTAL MARK HOPKINS 1 nob hill (nob hill) 415.392.3434, markhopkins.net $$ f 380r rs

Built in 1926, the Mark Hopkins rises majestically atop Nob Hill, affording some of the best views in the city. Renovations in 2001 restored the hotel’s place as one of the city’s most luxurious locales. The ballroom, called the Room of the Dons, is a must-see, with murals of early California dating from 1926.

potential. Drop in to the Bambuddha Lounge, the hotel’s lounge and restaurant, for some potential rock-star spotting or to hang out poolside.

SOUTH BEACH n SOMA n MISSION BAY gOOD HOTEL 112 seventh st. (soma) 415.621.7001, somahotels.com $ 117r rs W

This hip budget hotel has integrated good design with good deeds. Eco-friendly furnishings, including beds by local firm Ohio Design, deck out the spacious ultramodern rooms. And kiosks in the lobby connect guests with volunteer opportunities in the city and beyond.

INTERCONTINENTAL SAN FRANCISCO 888 howard st. (soma) 888.811.4273, intercontinentalsanfrancisco.com $$–$$$ f 550r rs W

Designed with the high-tech industry in mind, this sleek business hotel boasts high-speed Internet, flat-screen TVs and iHome clock radios in each room. The 550 guest rooms were designed by local firm BraytonHughes Design Studios in energizing hues of gold and sage.

PALACE HOTEL 2 new montgomery st. (soma) 415.512.1111, sfpalace.com $$$–$$$$ f 543r rs W

Built in 1875, San Francisco’s oldest hotel is steeped in history. Past guests include presidents and royalty, and the Garden Court restaurant has hosted generations of tea drinkers beneath its stained-glass dome. The pool is the perfect place to watch the clouds through skylights.

TENDERNOB n TENDERLOIN CIVIC CENTER n HAYES VALLEY HOTEL VERTIgO 940 sutter st. (tendernob) 415.885.6800, hotelvertigosf.com $$-$$$ 103r

Los Angeles designer Thomas Schoos outfitted this boutique hotel in bright white, striking orange and aubergine while incorporating subtle references to Hitchcock’s masterpiece, such as contemporary art that plays off the ‘swirl’ imagery in the film.

PHOENIx HOTEL 601 eddy st. (tenderloin) 415.776.1380, thephoenixhotel.com $ 44r W

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ST. REgIS HOTEL 125 third st. (soma) 415.284.4000, stregis.com $$$$ f 260r rs

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill designed the glass-topped, 42-story tower containing the five-star hotel and private residences, while renowned hospitality-design firm Yabu Pushelberg handled the interiors. True to the St. Regis brand, design elements are striking yet classic, such as zebrano wood–clad walls and Neo-Baroque murals.

NOPA n ALAMO SqUARE WESTERN ADDITION n jAPANTOWN BEST WESTERN HOTEL TOMO 1800 sutter st. (japantown) 415.921.4000, hoteltomo.com $ f 125r W

Japanese murals and beanbag chairs set the mood at this Japantown Best Western hotel, transformed last summer by Charles De Lisle of De Lisle, Philpotts & Staub Interiors and Joie de Vivre. Now a quirky urban retreat, the hotel mingles contemporary classics against a backdrop of Japanese pop culture. chDmAg.com summer 2009

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INDEx FINANCIAL DISTRICT CHINATOWN JACKSON SQUARE EAT (p. 76) Bix Bocadillos chiaroscuro gitane Perbacco taverna Aventine SHOP (p. 60) Area san Francisco Artemide c. mariani eden + eden hedge gallery herman miller house of european Design Kartell Knoll Lebreton urban hardwoods Vitra William stout Architectural Books SEE (p. 48) Japonesque gallery STAY (p. 88) galleria Park hotel orchard garden hotel UNION SQUARE EAT (p. 76) Asia de cuba clock Bar Le colonial michael mina urban tavern SHOP (p. 62) Alessi Britex Fabrics cB2 crate & Barrel De Vera gump’s Williams-sonoma SEE (p. 48) caldwell snyder gallery gallery Paule Anglim hang Art John Berggruen gallery san Francisco museum of craft + Design stephen Wirtz gallery center for Architecture + Design gallery 92 Architecture + Design guiDe

STAY (p. 88) clift hotel hotel Frank hotel union square Westin st. Francis EMBARCADERO NORTH BEACH EAT (p. 78) Americano Boulevard chaya Brasserie coi La mar cebichería Peruana slanted Door SHOP (p. 62) the gardener herman miller SEE (p. 48) Autodesk gallery at one market STAY (p. 88) hotel Vitale FISHERMAN’S WHARF RUSSIAN HILL n NOB HILL EAT (p. 79) Acquerello Amélie Le club tonga room and hurricane Bar SHOP (p. 62) interior Visions JAK home mDVii Antiques Pelote Fine Linens spring swallowtail STAY (p. 90) Fairmont san Francisco intercontinental mark hopkins TENDERNOB n TENDERLOIN CIVIC CENTER n HAYES VALLEY EAT (p. 79) Absinthe Bourbon & Branch canteen cortez Farmer Brown Jardiniere sebo suppenküche SHOP (p. 64) Flight 001

inside Peace industry Plantation Propeller tazi Design Worldware Zonal SEE (p. 48) Asian Art museum STAY (p. 90) hotel Vertigo Phoenix hotel SOUTH BEACH n SOMA MISSION BAY EAT (p. 80) Anchor + hope B restaurant and Bar Bacar Blue Bottle café chez Papa resto coco500 Jack Falstaff Local Kitchen + Wine merchant orson Press club salt house south Food + Wine Bar Zaré at Fly trap SHOP (p. 64) Alno Arclinea Arkitektura in-situ B. mori Boconcept california carpet + rugs Ligne roset Limn mscape usA roche Bobois room + Board sFmomA museum store SEE (p. 48) 3A gallery Andrea schwartz gallery Braunstein/Quay gallery cartoon Art museum catharine clark gallery contemporary Jewish museum the Luggage store modernism museum of the African Diaspora museum of craft and Folk Art rayko Photo center san Francisco museum of modern Art chDmAg.com summer 2009

index sPur urban center Yerba Buena center for the Arts STAY (p. 90) good hotel intercontinental san Francisco Palace hotel st. regis hotel view (p. 74) Yerba Buena center for the Arts galleries view (p. 86) ucsF mission Bay campusr MiSSiOn n POTReRO HiLL dOG PATCH eAT (p. 82) Bar Bambino Beretta conduit Delfina Farina Focaccia & cucina Foreign cinema maverick spork universal café Woodward’s garden SHOP (p. 65) Aldea Antique and Art exchange the Apartment Architectural elements Battersea Blackman cruz candace Barnes Antiques coup d’ etat Dzine ed hardy Forgotten shanghai monument Paxton gate sarlo X21 modern See (p. 48) ccA Wattis institute of contemporary Arts gallery 16 Lost Art salon ratio 3 BeRnAL HeiGHTS GLen PARK n nOe vALLeY eAT (p. 83) incanto Le Zinc Piqueo’s 94 Architecture + Design guiDe

SHOP (p. 68) modernpast UPPeR MARKeT dOLOReS HeiGHTS CASTRO n Twin PeAKS eAT (p. 84) cav Wine Bar + Kitchen Destino Zuni café SHOP (p. 68) Bauerware Bell’occhio echo Furniture Flax Art and Design given Kenneth Wingard rare Device nOPA n ALAMO SQUARe weSTeRn AddiTiOn JAPAnTOwn eAT (p. 84) noPA o izakaya Lounge Yoshi’s SHOP (p. 68) the other shop STAY (p. 90) Best Western hotel tomo view (p. 58) the cathedral of st. mary of the Assumption HAiGHT n COLe vALLeY LOweR HAiGHT eAT (p. 84) the Alembic rnm SHOP (p. 68) egg and the urban mercantile LOweR PACiFiC HeiGHTS LAUReL HeiGHTS n PReSidiO HeiGHTS n PReSidiO

MARinA n COw HOLLOw PACiFiC HeiGHTS eAT (p. 85) greens Laïola terzo SHOP (p. 70) Anthem Atys BAe Bee market Birch Found Jonathan Adler march nest Pacific heights Place Past Perfect sue Fisher King Wisteria Antique Decorative Prints Zinc Details inneR RiCHMOnd OUTeR RiCHMOnd GOLden GATe PARK eAT (p. 85) Aziza B star sutro’s at the cliff house SHOP (p. 72) Fleur*t Flora grubb gardens Park Life Péché mignon Period george See (p. 48) california Academy of sciences conservatory of Flowers De Young museum Legion of honor view (p. 46) congregation Beth sholom synagogue

eAT (p. 85) sPQr spruce SHOP (p. 70) Design Within reach Kendall Wilkinson home twiga

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