19 Local Design Objects to Beautify your Home this Winter

Favorite furniture and decor picks by our editors.

CLARA BULFONI

DESIGNER CLARA BULFONI of San Francisco’s Geddes Ulinskas Architects maximized a small bathroom

DESIGNER of San Francisco’s Geddes Ulinskas Architects maximized a small bathroom with a freestanding 41-inch round Siglo Japanese soaking tub wrapped with a custom “skirt” or “inverted barrel” of L-shaped walnut wood slats attached to white painted rubber belts. It is complemented with plaster walls by Bay Area firm TBC Plaster, Zellige tiles from Marin’s Clé, a Spokes pendant light from Foscarini and shower and faucets by Kohler.

DRAPE SKIRT 18 CHANDELIER

DRAPE SKIRT 18 CHANDELIER by Karen Gilbert + Paul Pavlak for SkLO

By Karen Gilbert + Paul Pavlak for SkLO, it consists of 18 individual pendants gathered into groups of three and supported by a series of six brass “skirt” structures arranged around a brass ring. Price upon request through Arkitektura.

PROVIDENCE

PROVIDENCE Made from Henrybuilt’s Primary Objects line

Made from Henrybuilt’s Primary Objects line, it features a wood frame with steel shelves and back options in wood, aluminum or fabric (shown here in Oak finish and silver shelves). Pricing starts at $8,830 through Henrybuilt.

MANTO OUTDOOR SIDE TABLE

MANTO OUTDOOR SIDE TABLE

Made by Nby Coco Republic, the table is constructed from powder-coated aluminum in a charcoal finish and features a removable tray. From $225–$235 through HD Buttercup.

NUAGE 2

designed by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni features a metal structure with foam seat and backrest upholstered in Altica fabric

The piece designed by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni features a metal structure with foam seat and backrest upholstered in Altica fabric (as shown). Swivel base in lacquered or chrome metal has automatic return mechanism with position memory. Pricing upon request through Roche Bobois.

VENUS SCONCE

VENUS SCONCE Made by Fuse Lighting

Made by Fuse Lighting, it is made from polished brass with a hand-carved alabaster globe with LED (Title 24 compliant). Price upon request through Hewn.

BOLERO RAVEL

BOLERO RAVEL Made by Roberto Lazzeroni for Poltrona Frau

Made by Roberto Lazzeroni for Poltrona Frau, it features a single slab, barrel-shaped marble top on a self-supporting easel structure wood base. Price upon request through DZINE.

SOLFÈGE CHANDELIER

SOLFÈGE CHANDELIER This piece, made from solid brass with dark bronze exterior

This piece, made from solid brass with dark bronze exterior and antique brass interior finishes, features LED lamps and an adjustable five-foot overall drop. Designed by Martin Kobus. Available through Tazi Designs. Price upon request.

NIELSEN LEATHER CHAIR

NIELSEN LEATHER CHAIR

The chair, shown in Italian Berkshire Cocoa leather with Brushed Brown Oak finish, is offered in 21 leather upholstery options and four oak finishes. Starts at $1,496 from RH Beach House.

E004 EMBRACE CHAIR BY EOOS

E004 EMBRACE CHAIR BY EOOS

Made for Carl Hansen & Søn features a wooden frame with upholstery options in leather and fabric (as shown). Price upon request at Carl Hansen & Søn.

EUCLID DAYBED

EUCLID DAYBED Made by NICOLE- HOLLIS for McGuire

Made by NICOLE- HOLLIS for McGuire, it features distinctive angled legs in natural or ebonized oak and a wrapped Lampakanay seat in matte black or natural finish (as shown). Starts at $7,497 through McGuire.

HAIKU SIDEBOARD

HAIKU SIDEBOARD

The sideboard features a polished white marble inset top, solid mango wood frame with black finish and solid oak doors with natural finish. Available for $1,999 at Crate & Barrel.

CALX OUTDOOR SCONCE

CALYX OUTDOOR SCONCE

Made from powder-coated metal with LED lamp. Available starting at $630 from Cerno.

SYLVIA PENDANT

Pendant

This piece, by Nicole Hollis for Phoenix Day, is made from solid brass in satin finish with handblown glass shade. Trade pricing upon request at Sloan Miyasato.

NORA LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN

NORA LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN

Made by Norm Architects for Design Within Reach, it features a solid wood base with upholstery options in either Kalahari leather or fabric (as shown). Lounge chair $1,995–$2,995 and lounge chair and ottoman $2,995–$4,095 (ottoman not sold separately).

PEBBLES

PEBBLES pendant features an LED lamp made from handblown Czech crystals

Designed by Boris Klimek, the piece features an LED lamp made from handblown Czech crystal. Available in several color and configuration options including No. 3 (as shown). Pricing upon request through Lunaria-West.

MARIUS TALL CHEST

MARIUS TALL CHEST

Made by Industry West x Harto is made from MDF and oak veneer with solid oak legs. Available through Industry West for $1,750.

ROUNDHOUSE TALL SIDE TABLE

ROUNDHOUSE TALL SIDE TABLE

The table features a white oak veneer top on a black powder-coated steel base. Available for $399 at Blu Dot.

COTONE SOFA

COTONE SOFA

Made by Bouroullec Brothers for Cassina features an extruded aluminum frame in four colors, including red (as shown) with padded upholstery. Price upon request through Arkitektura.

 

This article originally appeared in Spaces’s print edition under the headline: “Object Lessons On Going Local”.


SPACES Gallery editor Lisa Boquiren

SPACES Gallery editor Lisa Boquiren is a Marin-based design and architecture writer who also consults on brand strategy for creative businesses. She has served on committees for the American Institute of Architects and has overseen rebranding initiatives at EHDD Architects and the San Francisco Design Center.