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As we recently wrote, tuxedo kitchen cabinets (painting the top and bottom cabinets different hues) are the best of two worlds, adding color in an interesting way, without going too crazy. But here's a wonderful added tw...

Growing up, Seth Merrell was told that he was a member of the Tribe of Levi, the tribe of Israel designated as priests. He always wondered whether that was actually …

There's a scene in the new PBS adaptation of Little Women that takes place at the Walden Pond Boathouse. The girls are having a picnic outing with friends. They're running through a lush forest, down to the bank of the p...

Summer is finally just about upon us. While some are lucky enough to have in-ground pools or nearby beaches to retreat to, many of us only get to enjoy the perks of outdoor living when we're on vacation. But fret not my ...

San Francisco Magazine Kelsey Lannin Courtesy of Visit Oakland In the commercialized graff game, it’s mo’ money, mo’ problems. Editor’s Note: This is one of many stories San Francisco is publishing over the next ...

There are many ways living in Germany has changed my life, but the greatest change came from a most unexpected source: a cheese box.

San Francisco Magazine Kelsey Lannin Courtesy of Athen B. Gallary And where to find them. Editor’s Note: This is one of many stories San Francisco is publishing over the next month as part of the June 2018 East Bay Iss...

Virginia Willis never met Mildred "Mama Dip" Council, but like others in the culinary world, deeply mourns the loss of the Chapel Hill icon. Council, the owner of Mama Dip's …

We all love IKEA for its simple, Scandinavian design and reasonable prices, but that versatility and affordability often makes decorating your home painfully ubiquitous. Instead of unearthing a one-of-a-kind piece--and f...

An attraction billed as the World's Biggest Bounce House will skip its stop in Raleigh, foiled by rainy weather for a second time. The Big Bounce America, a half-acre collection …

When it comes to taboo life advice that one can actually use in their 20s and 30s, beloved humorist and author David Sedaris dishes out some of the best. (Hello, that cautionary-tale tip from Me Talk Pretty One Day that ...

San Francisco Magazine Kelsey Lannin Kelsey Lannin Five East Bay writers define the terms of the trade. Editor’s Note: This is one of many stories San Francisco is publishing over the next month as part of the June 201...

Designer Michelle Gage has an amazing ability to design homes, which was on full display in her and her husband's first home that they renovated themselves. After transforming every single room in the 2000-square-foot Ph...

The average tax refund this year is about $3,000, so if you're lucky enough to get that much (or even if you get less) and want to invest it in your home, consider one of these nine home improvement projects--many of whi...

Name: Shawna Smith, her husband and two sons Location: Downers Grove, Illinois Size: 1,350 square feet Years lived in: 7 months, owned "Myself, my husband, and our two little boys lived in Chicago for years before decidi...

Be forewarned: This disco-fabulous backsplash is not long for the world, so enjoy it while you can. The rest of the kitchen was perhaps not worthy of such sparkle--two words: burnt linoleum. Now it's fresh, unified, and ...

You can't really go wrong with a floral accent or two in a room. Of course, they sometimes feel a little too saccharine, plus there's crazy granny potential there, too. And you definitely don't want to go overboard, unle...

From sleepless nights spent caring for your crying baby to being on bottle and diaper duty 24/7, parenthood is one of the most challenging milestones you may ever experience--and the last thing a new parent should worry ...

Name: Tracy Bunkoczy Location: Koreatown -- Los Angeles, California Size: 1,170 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, owned A massive leak in her last home--a beautiful Silver Lake rental apartment-- forced design executiv...

The Americans (10 p.m., FX) -- Can a television show about Russian spies be an American treasure? Yes. And that's why fans of this excellent FX series will be in …

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