San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2011–Sneak Peek

The stately brick Italian villa estate located at 2950 Vallejo Street is the site of this year’s San Francisco Decorator Showcase. The 6,244 square foot mansion sits in on one of the most coveted blocks in San Francisco near the Presidio and steps from the Lyon Street steps.

{Entry Terrace by Kate Michels Landscape Design}

Originally constructed in 1927 by Gottschalk and Rist, the home provides breath-taking views of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridge. The image above was taken from the home’s living room.

{Master bedroom closet by James Tarantino}

The estate was purchased in the 1970s by Joseph P. Tarantino and his wife Nancy. They raised four children in the house, including fashion designer James Tarantino. Some of James’ beautiful gowns he designed are on display in the showhouse in the master bedroom closet.

For the 34th Annual San Francisco Decorator Showcase, four floors of living space in home have been completely renovated with modern, high-end appliances and finishes. The kitchen and baths have also been completely remodeled and modernized. Over thirty designers from the San Francisco Bay Area have contributed to the spectacular showhouse. The details in this home are truly amazing. I was most impressed with the flow of the home. The harmonious color palette and feel from room to room is remarkable and not typical for designer showhouses.

The tour opens to the public Saturday, April 30th, but here is a sneak peak of some of the rooms:

{Entrance Hall by Willem Racke Studio and Leigh Edwards Interiors}

{Living Room by Kathleen Navarra, Navarra Design}

{Kitchen by Tish Key Interior Design}

{Dining Room by Grant K. Gibson Interior Design}

{Master bedroom by Matt Murphy Studio}

{Master bath by Val Fiscalini Designs}

{“Going to the Chapel” sitting room by Josephine Fisher Interior Design}

{Bath by Chamber + Chambers Architects and Nancy Hammonds Design}

{Penthouse bedroom by Cathleen Gouveia Design}

{Rumpus room by Jonathan Staub and Marion Philpotts-Miller}

{"Two Sides to Every Story" bedrooms by Lisa Bakamis and Jeff Schlarb - identical floor plans, with different color palettes.}

As you can see, this is an amazing designer showhouse. I plan on showing more details of the home in the upcoming weeks. But, if you are in the area or will be visiting San Francisco in the next month, I encourage you to go to this must-see design event.

SHOWCASE DETAILS:
San Francisco Decorator Showcase runs from April 30 – May 30, 2011. 

Showcase is open Tuesdays through Sundays and Memorial Day. 

Showcase is closed on Mondays except for Memorial Day.

Tickets are available at the door and are $30 for general admission; $25 for seniors.

Group rates available and must be arranged in advance by calling (415) 447-5830.