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Ann Sacks | San Francisco

I have a confession to make. I am addicted to tile. One of my favourite aspects of working as an interior designer is playing with the shapes, textures, colours and dimension that can be created using beautiful tile products. The tiles that make me swoon are always natural stone, but a gorgeous glazed ceramic can make me just as giddy with the right application.

That is why I have a HUGE design crush on Ann Sacks. I was delighted to happen upon their San Francisco showroom on my visit to the Design District and just had to share a few shots of Ann’s jaw-droppingly beautiful tile creations with you. Just feast your eyes on some of the deliciously detailed creations this innovative luxury tile and plumbing purveyor has to offer.

Drawing upon the rich history of mosaic tile patterns while innovating with new materials use, patterns and manufacturing techniques, Ann Sacks is one of the premier sources for exquisite luxury tile products in North America. Be sure to peruse their site for a seemingly endless catalogue of detailed tile collections. Whether you are currently planning a bathroom or kitchen renovation or just love to explore forward-thinking interior design suppliers, Ann will have you dreaming about the possibilities in all shapes, textures and colours of tile imaginable.

Coup D’Etat | San Francisco

No visit to San Francisco would be complete without an excursion to the Design District. If you only have an hour to spend, you simply must head straight for Coup D’Etat. Their spectacular mix of eclectic pieces – beautifully curated by owner Darin Geise – will leave you stimulated, inspired and dreaming in shades, shapes and textures you’ve never imagined. They are truly one of the most original interior design shops in the district, and one of the few that deal both with the design trade and the public.

One of the things I loved most about the showroom was their courage with the use of scale. From massive, carved-marble figureheads to oversized and unusual lighting, this is undoubtedly the go-to showroom when in search of statement pieces. Just take a look at some of these incredible finds:

Their delightfully unexpected mix of antiques and modern pieces can also be perused online through 1st Dibs here. If someone could please buy me that peacock {seriously} my visit to their showroom will be complete.

Wishing you an eclectic and inspired weekend!

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