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Flower Antlers

These antlers with flowers are all photographed by Kari Herer. Funny thing is, despite being a strict pescetarian, I've been long collecting antlers and skulls ever since I was little (you can see a tiny glimpse of it in my SF apt) and I even have a huge love for taxidermy (those in SF, you must visit Paxton Gate!) 

I'm happy I found these beautiful photographs as I can try something like this on some of my antlers (I already tried it on my steer head.)

Btw, did you know while horns are kept for life, antlers fall off each year and regrow bigger? So don't fret when you see a pair of antlers!

Bohemian Glory

A bohemian dream house, Roman Alonso, the creative director of Commune filled his LA apartment with colorful patterned pillows, bright artworks and rug. In his world, pink is a neutral color.

Images via Amy Neunsinger and Moodboard

She Could Live in a Closet

(image source: Domino, ...Etc, Tumblr)

DIFFA: Dining By Design Part II

So most of you guys guessed right. Our theme was a Vintage Carnival/Circus.

For those who guessed Alice in Wonderland, well that was one of our first concepts.

To be honest, I wasn't very fond of the Vintage Carnival/Circus idea at first but when you are working in a group, you need to realize there are things you need to compromise.
Initially the ladies wanted to go for a pinkish tabletop and I insisted we go with blue. I'm so glad we went with blue because they were a few tables who did a pink table top.

Also the stripe rug we chose is actually just a plain fabric that we got at Discount Fabrics.

(More of our Table HERE)

Because other designers had three months to prepare for Dining by Design, some of them incorporated awesome architectural elements to their design.

I loved this cut out letter structure box. They didn't incorporate any dining elements which I thought was odd but then again, it's a foundation for AIDS, and their design scheme was all about phrases related to 'hope'. Also they had these cool LED lights that kept changing. I had so much fun inside their little 'box'

I was so curious how this project was going to turn out since I saw them installing their waffle like structure. To be honest, I was a little disappointed with their table top design. I didn't think it was as cool as their waffle like structure.

One of my favorites was a design done by one of the SFDC showrooms. It was a Moroccan theme table and was just plain gorgeous and looked very romantic. It reminded me of a sexy honeymoon dinner set up.

I wasn't sure what the concept of this design was but I could see a children's birthday party happening in here.

I really liked the white porcelein tiles with the wood tiles but wasn't really a big fan of the chrismas-y color. The table itself was gorgeous though.

I love it when designers play with light. This one had LED lights on the outer edge of the floor. The wall was gorgeous.

My boyfriend's favorite was this design with a graffiti wall on it. I liked it except for the picnic napkins. However, it goes really well with the theme which I am guessing is an outdoor picnic dinner.

This is the Academy Art's design. I loved the chandelier but hated the ugly black box that covered the top of the chandelier. (it's not in the picture because I cropped it)

This was another one of my favorites. Love how they went all out on an icy dinner.
Somebody should do a winter wedding like this. hehe

and lastly, me walking with my polka dot gift bag with Champagne in it. hehehe

(H&M Dress, Aldo Wedges)

DIFFA: Dining By Design

(Dress by BCBG Max Azria)

So we finally finished designing our table (installation was yesterday) and showcased it today.

I really wished we had more time like the other designers but I think we did a decent job for pulling this together in a week. The ladies in the pictures are the other three designers I worked with: Maria, Anisa, and Maiko.

The San Francisco Dining by Design was incredible and this was an amazing experience. There were so many beautiful and awesome table set ups. I took lots of pictures so I will post more possibly tomorrow.
Aimeeways,

Enjoy the sneak peak of our table at the Dining by Design. Btw, can you guys guess what our theme was?

Design Above All

Unit 5301: By Leslie Bamburg

Client: Computer Geek meets Modern Elegance for a Google Exec.

Unit 302: By Eugene Anthony

Client: Paris meets Manhattan for empty nesters

Unit 5303: By Mary Ann Schicketanz and Carissa Duncan

Client: Atherton couple downsizing from large suburban home

Unit 5304: By Donald Fugina and Karen Calija

Client: Single Corporate Executive

(American Apparel Micro-Mesh Gloria-V Bodysuit, Arden B Bra, Forever 21 Skirt, Sergio Rossi Heels)

I had originally wore this outfit yesterday without a bra but it was too skanky so at the last minute I changed my mind. (Seriously pain in the ass to pee in this especially when the bathroom that I can use is down in the lobby)
For those who don't know I work at the Design Center as well at an Architecture Firm. Yesterday was the opening of the Design Above All event, which is the lastest showcase from San Francisco Design Center. It is currently being held at One Rincoln Hill, a super high rise in SF. All the units were on the 53rd floor and when I went up the elevator (btw, got there in 20 sec) my ears popped.

It was amazing how all of the units were well put together and how different they were from one another depending on the designer.

For those who live in San Francisco or around SF you should definitely check out the Design Above All. It's so worth it. The view, the designs, the art works, and much more.