the view from here.

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it’s week two of the view from here, and i’m really enjoying rounding up some randomness for you to peruse leisurely over the weekend. sometimes, things i’d like to share don’t necessarily fall into a neat little package appropriate for a whole post, or maybe might seem a bit off topic. but inspiration comes in many forms and i like looking at it ALL.... 
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all about eames.

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san francisco-based modern shop Zinc Details is hosting a fun, free “movie night” screening of the new documentary, “Eames: The Architect and the Painter,” tomorrow evening, Wednesday, January 25 from 6 to 9 pm. Sam Grawe, former editor-in-chief of Dwell magazine, will open the evening with a engaging chat about the Eames and their work. if you’re... 
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sunday in the city.

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even though it’s a holiday weekend, it’s been a busy one, ‘cuz i’m getting ready to speak at the altitude design summit this week! but, lucy and i were able to get out for a bit and clear our heads. a trip to fort funston on saturday — our regular weekend beach hang out, and then a great urban hike through the neighborhood to kite hill on what... 
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big sale. huge!

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pssst…i just wanted to alert y’all to the fact that On Monday, December 26, my very lovely sponsor, H.D. buttercup is have their Half-Yearly Sale. big discounts if you’ve been hankering for something gorgeous from the H.D. buttercup inventory. both of their entire stores in san francisco and in los angeles have sofas, light fixtures, pillows, tables marked... 
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the 415 – needs some 911.

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well, today on the 415, i’m actually reaching out to you guys for assistance. there’s a few san francisco neighborhoods i’m not as familiar with and i could use your suggestions of favorite shops and local cafes. think small business, not the big chain stores. so many neighborhoods are bursting with new businesses, and i guess i just don’t get around... 
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