i grew up in los angeles, and lived there most of my life until coming to san francisco sixteen years ago. so, i’d say i’ve got l.a. in my blood. i know the streets of the valley like the back of my hand, and spent many a rebellious and youthful night trolling the streets of hollywood, not sure looking for what, but enamored with it’s tarnished glamour. i... 
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the february issue of Harper’s Bazaar features model Bette Franke photographed beautifully in palm springs by Lachlan Bailey. i couldn’t help but be reminded that this Palm Springs location will host its annual Modernism Week this february 16 – 26th. modernism week is an eleven-day celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture, and culture in Palm Springs,... 
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artist michael gillette sent me a link to his new james bond prints available at eclectric works in san francisco, (below) and it got me thinking about a mod world — mid-century, brit-pop mod. i love the glamorous lines and bold colors of the 1960′s, so i thought i’d round up some fun mod vintage-inspired finds. yeah, baby. clockwise, l to r: james bond... 
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oooh, this is one good giveaway! modernica is playing santa this season and hosting a sponsored giveaway for sfgirlbybay readers! modernica is the licensed distributor of george nelson bubble lamps, and they are giving one away one beautiful mid-century modern bubble pendant lamp to one happy reader! NOTE: COMMENTS ARE NOW CLOSED. we’ll announce the winner next week!... 
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i recently discovered this danish home furnishings company called gubi based in copenhagen, and i went gaga. not just for their furnishings, but for the overall styling. i’m in love with the juxtaposition of mid-century, danish modern furniture in these very ornate, victorian rooms — it just makes the gubi pieces stand out that much more, and adds interest and... 
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