I have been settling into my new hood in San Francisco, North Beach, which is the equivalent of Little Italy in New York City. My soul belongs to Italy so it is only fitting that I end up living in a subset of it wherever I go. North Beach is filled with so much character…
Foundation Down
The foundation has been laid down...I have an area rug! I went with a vintage design and decided to opt for a hint of color in the rug...it really is a gorgeous collection of blues, yellows and greens. Will be a versatile piece to decorate around. Having the empty space to myself with just the…
Shades of Gray
My landlord is repainting the walls and has kindly asked me to help her choose some colors...she was insistent on "revere pewter" so we went with that palette. I do love grays and have a tendency to favor neutrals over color. I do adore the boldness of marigolds, mauves, and serene blues on walls...but, alas,…
Blank Canvas
Here goes nothing...I have officially moved into my new apartment in the beautifully majestic San Francisco. Growing up on the ever so WASPtastic East Coast and then working at an investment bank on Wall Street post-grad for three years stripped me of all creative impulses and freedom to express myself, my way. I think that…