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The Next French Laundry?

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Chef Joshua Skenes and sommelier Mark Bright launched Saison as a pop-up restaurant in San Francisco's Mission District a few short years ago; it's since skyrocketed to the top of the city's culinary scene and earned two Michelin stars (as well as the priciest-prix-fixe-in-town honor). Last week, the restaurant reopened in new quarters in the city's SoMA neighborhood, right next to our SF offices; on our way to work, we peeked in. This is what we found:

With 35-foot-high ceilings and just 18 seats, the interiors of the restaurant, located in an 1880s building that once housed the California Electric Light Company, could be cold and foreboding. Instead, the dining spaces feel intimate and inviting (chairs are draped in cashmere throws, in case diners catch a chill); like "a good friend's home," which is what the partners aspired to create. The kitchen and the dining room are one, so diners can observe the chefs fishing lobsters out of a tank, grilling on an open fire, and painstakingly chopping, dicing, slicing, saucing. "We've removed the barriers from the dining experience," the partners say. "Our kitchen is open to all guests, and the seating is one and the same, weaved throughout so we can share the sights, smells, and sounds we love with our guests."

The nightly 18- to 20-course tasting menu costs $248 per person (optional wine pairings are an additional $148), making it San Francisco's most expensive restaurant. Diners are not deterred; you must reserve well in advance for a seat at the table. For more information, go to Saison.

Photos by Alanna Hale via Grub Street, except where noted.

Above: A view of the double-height dining room; cashmere throws are draped over the dining chairs. "The experience is designed around the senses," the partners say. "Every material you come in contact with should be a joy to use." The owners worked with a design team that included architects Bassel Samaha and Michael Gibson and interior designer Jiun Ho.

Above: The bar area, where custom cocktails such as the Rhubarb Shrub are mixed.

Above: Cocktails are served in hand-etched glasses from Japan. Photo by Allie Pape via SF Eater.

Above: A detail of the cashmere throws, with copper bucket; image via Saison.

Above: A tray of cocktail accoutrements.

Above: Wooly throws are provided for each diner.

Above: Live-edge walnut tables ("polished by hand to be smooth to the touch," say the owners) and comfortable Danish modern-inspired seating.

Above: The menus are handwritten, an intimate touch. Photo by Allie Pape via SF Eater.

Above: A view of the reception desk (it's on wheels so it can be moved if necessary).

Above: A stack of inspirational culinary tomes.

Above: The kitchen, which was designed by Tim Harrison of Mill Valley-baed Harrison & Koellner (a firm whose portfolio includes work for the French Laundry and Per Se in NYC) opens directly onto the dining area: "There are no boundaries," say the owners.

Above: The owners imported a custom Molteni stove from Italy (it's the only one in SF) and a wood-fired Miwe baking oven from Germany. "Our mission is to blend the art of ancient fire cooking with modern techniques," according to Skenes.

Above: Spices are meticulously hand labeled. Photo by Allie Pape via SF Eater.

Above: A contemplative moment in the kitchen. Photo by Allie Pape via SF Eater.

Above: Stacked wood, destined for the custom 8-foot-long open hearth.


Steal This Look: An Economical Scandinavian Ski Cabin

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This week, we're revisiting one of our favorite cabins ever, located in Bruksvallarna, Sweden. The unfinished plywood interior is designed with a mix of high/low in mind: save on the table, spend on the chairs; invest in good appliances and skimp on the wall lighting.

See our sources for recreating PS Arkitectur's look below and see the entire cabin in Architect Visit: PS Arkitektur Cabin and visit PS Arkitectur.

Modern and economical look at PS Arkitektur Fjallhus in Sweden

Above: Two prominent modern globe lights are suspended above a long kitchen/dining room table. Notice the stealth wall radiator beneath the kitchen window; for more, see Appliances: Wall Radiator Roundup.

PS Arkitektur Swedish economical cabin

Above: PS Arkitectur used pine plywood and slate and hewed to local energy efficiency standards.

Modern and economical look at PS Arkitektur Fjallhus in Sweden

Above: A box of board games (essential for snowed-in days) hides in the corner next to a wood frame sofa from Ikea.

Modern globe pendant light

Above: The well-priced Rondo Pendant is made of frosted opal glass; $92 from Lumens. For more modern globe lights, see 10 Easy Pieces: Globe Pendant Lights.

Norden Beech Dining Table

Above: Ikea's Norden Beech Dining Table features an extra leaf to accommodate from four to six dinner guests; $279.

Eames Plastic Molded Armchair in white from Design Within Reach

Above: Eames Molded Plastic Eiffel Armchair in white with a chrome base is $419 from Design Within Reach.

Ikea Stockholm Rand Rug

Above: The Ikea Stockholm Rand Rug is handwoven in a black and off-white pattern; $299.

Felt Shade Floor Lamp

Above: Tom Dixon's Felt Shade Floor Lamp (shown here in black) is also available in gray; $515 from YLighting.

Tetra Lemongrass Loveseat

Above: PS Arkitektur chose Ikea's Lilliberg Birch Sofa, which is currently discontinued. A similar option with a wooden frame is CB2's Tetra Lemongrass Loveseat, made with an oak frame and bright yellow upholstery for $599. The ultimate modern wood settee, of course, is a Donald Judd daybed, available through the Judd Foundation.

Hand loomed diamond pillows from West Elm

Above: West Elm's Hand Loomed Diamond Pillow Cover is woven by Eco Tasar, a fair-trade weaving cooperative in India; $39 each.

Reindeer Skin

Above: Source a Reindeer Skin for $199 from Bearskin Rugs. Pictured above is Toast's Reindeer Hide, sold every winter, which comes from sustainably managed herds in Lapland by indigenous Sami people; £145 at Toast.

Kvart Wall/Clamp Spotlight

Above: Ikea's inexpensive Kvart Wall/Clamp Spotlight, available in silver or black, is $9.99. For more bedside (or couch-side) reading lamps, see 10 Easy Pieces: Classic Reading Scones.

Rais free-standing wood burning stove

Above: The Rais Gabo Wood Stove has flat sides and a curved front with a totally sealed firebox that ensures optimal combustion control. It has a convection grate above the combustion chamber and wood storage space underneath. Available in black or gray steel; $3,890. Contact Rais to locate a dealer near you and for more options, see our 10 Easy Pieces: Freestanding Wood Stoves.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original ran on December 30, 2008.

High/Low: Dot Wall Hooks

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A high and a low version of the Coatrack Dot Hooks, designed by Tveit and Tornoe for Muuto (and yours for $149 at Design Within Reach), or $9.95 at CB2.

Dots Coatrack set by Muuto

Above: The Dots Coatrack set by Muuto is $149 from Design Within Reach. The dots are available in oak (natural), yellow, and black.

Dots Coatrack set by Muuto in oak natural

Above: The Dots shown in natural oak. They come in a set of five hooks.

CB2 dot coatrack

Above: A set of three Dot Coat Hooks is $9.95 from CB2.

Dots Coat rack by Muuto in black and green

Above: Muuto's dots painted in black and green.

N.B.: Looking for more comparison posts? See more of our 76 High/Low posts.

10 Wintery Bedrooms: Fur Throw Edition

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Noticed lately: sheepskins, reindeer furs, even sheared mink (don't ask) in otherwise understated bedrooms. Here are 10 spaces we're swooning over.

N.B. If you've got a favorite source for fur throws, let us know in the comments section; we're working on a roundup of favorite throws. Thanks!

Above: Aerin Lauder's bedroom in Aspen, photographed by Francois Halard for Vogue. See the entire house here.

Above: A Scandinavian bedroom via Stil Inspiration.

Above: A Swedish bedroom via Emma's Design Blogg, photographed by Kristofer Johnsson.

Above: An austere bedroom in Holland; see more at Designer Visit: Paula Leen Studio.

Above: The guest house at Hourglass vineyards in the Napa Valley; photo by Mimi Giboin.

Above: Black fur bedspread; with a black-painted Alvar Aalto stool as bedside table, in a Finnish house by Tuomas Tionen, photographed by Morten Holtum.

Above: The bedroom of Ari Heckman in Sag Harbor, photo via Lonny.

Above: A bedroom in Marietta Beasley's Atlanta, Georgia, loft; via Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles.

Above: In the bedroom of Workstead founders Robert Highsmith and Stefanie Brechbuehler, a cowhide bed covering from Ikea adds an outdoorsy note to the sleeping space.

Above: An entire wall painted in chalkboard paint in the bedroom of German fashion designer Hanne Graumann; image via Vosges Paris.

A Cowboy Bed Roll with Style, Made in Seattle

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Ben and Laura Masters recently opened Seattle-based Scout, an outdoor goods shop, inspired by gear from Masters' childhood. One item in particular caught our attention: The Field Bed, made in the US from organic denim with Japanese chambray interior. Ben refers to it as a cowboy bed roll; simply a blanket that rolls up by use of a strap. For more information, go to Scout.

The Field Bed by Seattle-based Scout Organic Denim Japanese chambray interior.

Above: The Field Bed is $487 from Scout.

The Field Bed by Seattle-based Scout Organic Denim Japanese chambray interior.

Above: The sleeping bed comes with a tie-down strap made from leather.

The Field Bed by Seattle-based Scout Organic Denim Japanese chambray interior.'

Above: The Field Bed features climashield APEX insulation, rated to withstand temperatures as low as 20ºF.

The Field Bed by Seattle-based Scout Organic Denim Japanese chambray interior.

Above: Ben Masters carrying his Field Bed.

The Field Bed by Seattle-based Scout Organic Denim Japanese chambray interior.

Above: The Single Pole Tent in natural sunforger canvas and the Field Bed, both by Scout.

N.B.: Looking for more outdoor items? Here are 28 more Outdoor Accessories.

Bonfire Basics: 5 Campfire Essentials

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Even in the colder months, sitting around a campfire can be a magical experience. But to beat the cold, you do need to have the right tools.

winter campfire by Best Made

Above: As avid outdoorsmen, the guys at Best Made manufacture rugged tools that make camping possible all-year-round. As New Yorkers, they do so with style.

bon-fire log from Terrain

Above: If you don't feel like chopping wood yourself, tote along Terrain's bonfire log. Requiring only a single match to light, this dry kiln log is an instant campfire-on-the-go; $28.

special edition axes by Best Made

Above: Rugged types will want to chop their own firewood with the best: Best Made's special edition axe. Beautifully forged by fourth-generation axe makers, the high carbon American steel head sits atop a gracefully curved hickory helve. Available plain or in a myriad of hand-painted hues, this heirloom quality axe is elegant tool for the real woodsman; $135 to $300. For ease packing in and out of the forest Best Made also makes a padded duck canvas case; $110.

oak and canvas camp chair by Best Made

Above: Built to withstand prolonged exposure to the elements, Best Made's camp chair is made from study white oak and durable duck canvas. Simply flip the back down and this versatile seat instantly converts to a stool. Available in three shades: natural, red, and gray; $185.

Hudson Bay Point Millenium blanket

Above: For extra warmth, wrap yourself in a blanket by the company that's been keeping campers cozy for decades. Hudson Bay Millenium Point Blanket features the company's signature stripes, updated to a more modern palette. Available in twin to king; $295 to $350.

Light My Fire Grandpa's FireFork

Above: The Swedish camping experts at Light My Fire have conceived of the ingenious tool that turns any stick into an instant and much more secure FireFork; $4.95.

s'more kit by whimsy and spice

Above: Don't forget the S'mores: Made by Brooklyn confectioners Whimsy and Spice, this delectable S'mores kit features Mark's homemade marshmallows (a personal favorite of mine), house-made graham cracker shortbread cookies, and squares of chocolate from Madecasse; $18.

For a complete tutorial on how to build the perfect campfire, visit Love the Outdoors.

N.B. Looking for more clever camping supplies? Browse all our features on camping in style.

A Wabi Sabi Ski Chalet in Aspen, Colorado

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Architect Chad Oppenheim took a 1971 Aspen ski chalet with period interiors (read: nightmare) and did the seemingly impossible: turned it into an of-the-moment eco-chic retreat with a distinctly Axel Vervoodt vibe.

Located in the enclave of Red Mountain in Aspen, Colorado, the ski chalet is "an homage to the Japanese sensibility of wabi sabi," according to Oppenheimer. "The house is clad in reclaimed regional wood, stone, and steel, with the intention of making a minimal impact on the natural resources and merge effortlessly with its surroundings of forest, stream, and mountain. Solar collectors provide needed energy for power and hot water, while extremely large operable panels of insulated glass blur the boundaries between inside and out."

To see more, go to Oppenheimer Architecture.

Photographs by Laziz Hamani, via Arch Daily, unless otherwise noted.

Above: A pair of Charlotte sofas by Verellen are slipcovered in gray linen.

Above: The moss vertical frame is from JF Chen in Los Angeles.

Above L: A reading chair is draped in fur. Above R: A detail of the antique oak dining table and leather banquette.

Above: Even the kitchen is completely clad in reclaimed barn wood.

Above: Oppenheim keeps the detailing simple.

Above: A niche bed carved into a wall.

Above L: A reclaimed barn wood console with stone sink. Above R: Mismatched reclaimed wood creates a headboard effect. Photos by Robert Reck for the NY Times.

Above: In the library, a pair of metal chairs serve as desk seating.

Above: A lounging area with linen-covered sectional sofa.

Above: Raw steel doors close off the fireplace when it's not in use.

Above: A simple rectangular hot tub is cut into the stone patio.

Above: Oppenheim wanted the house to disappear into the landscape.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on October 8, 2012.

10 Easy Pieces: Classic Fondue Pots

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Fondue sets have always seemed a little cheesy to me (forgive the pun). However, a recent array of offerings has me rethinking; after all, when you do find yourself hunkered down around a bubbling fondue pot (ideally high in the Swiss Alps, as I once did), it's a pretty idyllic way to spend a winter evening.

N.B.: We've included a Mark Bittman recipe below (in our humble opinion, one of the better fondue recipes to be had).

Alessi Mami Fondue Set

Above: Our favorite is the Alessi Mami Fondue Set with black ceramic pot; $370 from All Modern.

Fondue Set Classic from Swiss company Spring

Above: The Fondue Set Classic with stainless steel pot from Swiss company Spring: €169 from Connox.

Le Creuset Fondue Pot shown in Marseille blue

Above: The Le Creuset Fondue Pot is available in Marseille blue, red, or flame from Williams-Sonoma (it comes with six color-tipped wood handled forks).

Emile Henry Quart Fondue Set made from Burgundy clay

Above: The Emile Henry Quart Fondue Set is made from Burgundy clay; $100 from Amazon.

Cast Iron Fondue Set in red from Crate and Barrel

Above: The Cast Iron Fondue Set in red from Crate & Barrel is $39.95 and comes with eight chrome forks with plastic color-tipped handles

Fondue Set in Cast Iron by Staub in grey

Above: The Fondue Set in Cast Iron by Staub includes six forks: $157 from Royal Design.

 Boska Holland Cheese Pro Fondue Set

Above: The cast iron Boska Holland Cheese Pro Fondue Set includes six wood-handled forks; $86.99 from Amazon.

Mauvel M'Cook Fondue Pot from Williams Sonoma

Above: The Mauvel M'Cook Fondue Pot is made from three layers of heat-responsive aluminum sandwiched between exterior and interior layers of stainless steel for even distribution of heat; $199.95 from Williams-Sonoma.

Above: A budget option: the Fondue for Two with ceramic pot; $20 from Uncommon Goods.

Mark Bittman's fondue recipe, from How to Cook Everything Vegetarian ($19.48 from Amazon).

• 2 cups dry white wine
• 1 large clove garlic, crushed (optional)
• 2 T cornstarch; mixed with water to make a slurry
• 1 lb Gruyere cheese, grated (4 cups)
• 1 lb Emmenthal cheese, grated (4 cups)

Combine wine and garlic in a saucepan and bring to a slow bubble.
Gradually stir in cheese until melted and creamy; do not let boil. Whisk slurry in and cook until thickened. If fondue is too thick, add a little more wine.

Have a better fondue recipe (or a favorite pot)? We would love to know.

See more 10 Easy Pieces.


7 Essentials: Swiss Cross Survival Kit

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Some of us at Remodelista (OK, all of us) are mildly obsessed with the Swiss cross motif; here are seven ways to help you survive your next mountain holiday in style.

Two Wood Log Bags made from Swiss Army Blankets from Des Alpes filled with logs

Above: Dutch-born, Switzerland-based interior designer Mikee Westerling has made a career out of creating inventive pieces made with vintage Swiss Army blankets, such as these Wood Log Bags made from Swiss Army Blankets. Contact Westerling directly at Des Alpes for pricing and ordering information.

Swiss Cross Medicine Box

Above: A Swiss Cross Medicine Box is an apt way to organize all your first aid medical supplies; $35.50 from Amazon (in the UK, it's £22.99 at Amazon UK).

Above: A holiday in the mountains holiday is not complete without the requisite Swiss Army Blanket; $298 from Sundance. Etsy seller Ode to June always has a few on offer as well.

Above: Swiss Army blanket candleholder; contact Des Alpes for pricing and shipping information.

Swiss Cross Rubis Tweezers

Above: Skiing in Switzerland means frequent visits to the beautiful Swiss drug stores (that's where I stock up on Swiss-made precision Rubis Tweezers); $28 from Amazon or £23.75 from Amazon UK.

Swiss Cross Red Touch Sigg bottle

Above: Hydrate yourself in the dry mountain air with the Swiss Cross Red Touch Sigg Bottle; $24.99 from Amazon or £15.50 from Amazon UK.

Einstein Theory; lip therapy

Above: Einstein Lip Theory can go a long way to relieving those chapped lips; $1.75 from Amazon or £.75 from Amazon UK.

N.B. Obsessed with the Swiss Cross like us? See 158 back posts on Swiss Cross.

5 Favorites: Space Heaters with Style

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Space heaters have a bad rep (perhaps deservedly so, given the models that we grew up with). A new generation of efficient, safe, and stylish space heaters are ideal for the cabin corners or rooms that your primary heat source doesn't reach. Here are five we like:

anna ceramic space heater, white space heater, design space heater

Above: Standing a demure 9.5 inches tall, the Anna Little Ceramic Space Heater by Stadler Form is ideal for warming small spaces (think under the desk in my cold office). It provides ambient warmth with a PTC ceramic heating element that can't overheat and has an automatic tilt shut-off (a larger size is also available); $79.99 at Horne.

Infrared Heater

Above: The Infrared Electric Heater has gently rounded corners; ¥3,990 at the Plus Minus Zero Store in Japan. Unfortunately, the company has yet to sign up a US retailer for this product; the sole Northern American retailer is Studio Brilliantine in Toronto. There is a different model, also by Fukasawa, which is a fan heater and available in red and blue; the Plus Minus Zero Fukasawa Heater is $320 at Japan Trend Shop.

crane space heater, modern space heater

Above: Users rave about the the Crane Personal Space Heater, which is a mere 6 inches tall. The ceramic PTC heater is housed in aluminum casing and offers two heat settings (600 and 1,200 Watt); $34.99 at Amazon.

crane convection heater, bathroom space heater

Above: Here's one to consider for the chilly bathroom. The Crane White Mini Convection Heater has splash-proof technology and an ultra-slim profile (it can also be wall mounted). Energy efficient, it offers 400 watts of power (not enough for large rooms) and an adjustable thermostat; $49.99 at Crane.

dyson space heater, modern space heater, white space heater

Above: The Dyson AMO4 Hot + Cool Fan Heater offers a technology that draws in surrounding air to heat the whole room fast with a long-range heat projection. Like its vacuums, Dyson's space heater is sure to draw strong reactions to its looks. Love it or hate it, note that no heating elements are visible. Another feature is that is has a cooling option for the summer; $290.85 at Amazon.

max fan space heater, white space heater, design space heater

Above: The Max Fan Heater is capable of being just a fan during the summer and a toasty heater during the winter. Available in red, white or yellow; $99.99 at Horne.

Looking for more permanent heating options, see our earlier features "10 Easy Pieces: Freestanding Wood Stoves" and "Appliances: Wall Radiator Roundup".

Design Sleuth: Net Entryway Shelf

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Spotted in a project by Paris-based interior designer Sarah Lavoine: a net entryway rack, which makes a lot of sense (especially during winter, when wet hats and gloves and scarves need to air out).

To see more, go to Sarah Lavoine.

All Star Net Shelf

Above: A hard-working entryway featuring a shelf for drying wet hats, gloves, and scarves and under-the-bench boot storage.

All Star Net Shelf

Above: The All Star Net Shelf from Pottery Barn Kids features an aluminum frame with an oil-rubbed bronze finish and cotton netting; $99.

10 Space-Saving Ski Cabin Bunks

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Let's face it. For those of us who are fair weather skiers, our favorite part has to be the après après ski, in other words, the "sleep" bit. And who can resist those cozy ski bunks, even if it means sharing a room? Here are ten favorite ways to pile in on top of each other.

ski bunk beds tucked under stairs, Droste's Boerderijlodges, Netherlands

Above: A pair of bunk beds has been tucked under the stairs in Droste's Boerderijlodges Netherlands.

ski bunk beds, dormitory style living in Basecamp Hotel, South Lake Tahoe, single beds above queen beds, orange metal frame bunk beds

Above: At the Basecamp Hotel in South Lake Tahoe, a dormitory style room sleeps six with two single beds above two queen size beds.

Above: A Piet Hein Eek-designed family room with built-in bunks at the Hotel Chateau Bethlehem.

Above: The Black and Bright house on the Danish island of Mon features built-in bunks.

Above: A bunkroom by Retrouvius Reclamation and Design.

white painted bunk bed under roof eaves, modern built-in bunks in Swedish ski cabin

Above L: A pair of painted wooden bunk beds has been built into the roof eaves; image via Small House Interiors. Above R: Modern built-in bunks line the walls of a Swedish ski cabin by Sandell Sandberg (for more, see Children's Rooms: White Roundup).

plywood storage nook contains two beds

Above: A wall of storage creates two nooks for beds at the Hotel Berge.

Two bunk bed configurations which sleep three

Above L Three single beds and under bed storage have been built into the roof eaves of this cabin. Image via Pinterest. Above R: Another sleeping arrangement for three where a single bed lies across a queen size bed with plenty of storage built into the walls. Image via Haute Mamas Faves.

triple-tiered bunk bed sleeps three

Above: A triple tiered bunk room sleeps three. For more see, A Portable Beach Cabin, Sled Included.

N.B.: Looking for efficient ways to sleep more than one? See 685 images of Bunk Beds in our Gallery of rooms and spaces.

In Switzerland, an Alpine Retreat for Rent

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Dating back to the 16th century, Huberhaus is a traditional alpine log dwelling located in the Upper Valais, an area noted for its skiing and mountainous scenery (the Matterhorn included).

This rustic house sat empty for 70 years before it was renovated; the owners preserved the original wood walls and floors and added modern touches (a state of the art kitchen, for instance). For more information, go to Urlaubsarchitektur, which also offers other architecturally worthy homes to rent in Europe.

wood burning stove in rustic Swiss house

Above: The wood-burning stove in the kitchen is the only source of heat in the house.

Rustic Alpine house in Switzerland with timber walls

Above; The original timber walls in the dining room.

Rustic Alpine house in Switzerland with modern red kitchen

Above: A modern kitchen has been installed along one wall.

Rustic Alpine house in Switzerland with red kitchen

Above: French doors open to the outdoors, for an indoor/outdoor feel.

Above: The living room features modern furniture sourced in Switzerland.

rustic wood stairs

Above: A modern metal staircase juxtaposed with the original wood stairs.

rustic wood bedrom in Switzerland

Above: The original upstairs bedroom.

Above; The bathroom is a modern addition to the rear of the building.

Above: The house retains a historic look.

Above: The Alpine view.

N.B.: Check out our other Swiss Finds including the country's most coveted spa.

Design Sleuth: Traditional Swedish Tiled Stoves

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It was the tiled stoves at Stockholm's Ett Hem hotel that sparked our obsession. As it turns out, the traditional stoves (kakelugn) marry form with function, burning wood at a slower, more efficient rate with the capability of heating large living spaces.

The stoves were first designed in Sweden in the 18th century in response to a shortage of wood suitable for burning. With a heat-retaining cast iron core and long multi channel flues, the kakelugns retain heat, keeping rooms warm up to a whole day after the fire is out, according to Appliancist. Today, the stoves are available in their original design in Sweden and abroad through Lindholm Kakelugnar, or as a modernized version from Contura; read on for more information.

Traditional Swedish Tiled Stove, Remodelista

Above: Antique kakelugn vary in shape (they can be round, rectangular, or columnar) and are designed to be placed in a corner or against a wall. Heights range from about 5 feet 10 inches up to 9 and 10 feet tall, but can be altered according to the height of an interior.

Modern Swedish Tiled Stove at Ett Hem in Stockholm, Remodelista

Above: In Ilse Crawford's Ett Hem Hotel in Stockholm, Swedish tiled stoves feature prominently in the bedrooms. For sourcing ideas in the room featured, see Steal This Look: A Serene Swedish Bedroom.

Modern Tiled Swedish Stove from Contura, Remodelista

Above: The modern Contura 560K Glazed Stove is reminiscent of the traditional stoves with specially made ceramic tiles (available in white and sand) but equipped with modern features like a fan that pushes heat uniformly from room to room. With an output of 3-7 kilowatts, the stoves heat spaces sized up to 120 square meters. For other options without tile, see our post: 10 Easy Pieces: Freestanding Wood Stoves.

Traditional Swedish Kakelugn Stoves, Remodelista

Above: Lindolm Kakelugnar, based in Sweden, has been selling and building antique tiled stoves for the past 45 years. The company stocks a range of pieces, including a selection of stoves manufactured from the 1860s to the 1920s. The Kakelugn 238 D (above R) is made to fit flat against the wall and features an upper warming oven. Alternatively, a traditional-style kakelugn can be custom made in Ontario by Stone House Pottery.

Keep warm with 59 of our favorite Fireplaces & Stoves in our Shop section. Looking for more wintery Scandinavian style? See our recent issue, Saint Lucia, in our archive.

10 Easy Pieces: Modern Bin Pulls

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Bin pulls aren't just for country kitchens; these ten will add a pared-down utilitarian vibe to your cabinetry.

In a mix of cast iron, solid brass, chrome, oil-rubbed bronze and other finishes, here are our 10 favorite bin pulls; and for a selection of glass pulls, see our post Hardware: Glass Pulls from Crown City.

Half Moon Bin Pull from Schoolhouse Electric in Portland, Oregon

Above: Schoolhouse Electric's Half Moon Bin Pull is made of heavy stamped brass and in four different finishes (shown here in polished nickel) for $10 each.

Simple Bin Pull in chrome

Above: The Simple Bin Pull measures 3.25 inches wide and is made of solid brass (also available in five finishes, including black enamel, as shown); $15 at Rejuvenation.

Atlas Homewares Euro-Tech Bin Cup Pull

Above: The Atlas Homewares Euro-Tech Bin Cup Pull is 3.75 inches wide and is available in five finishes. Shown in polished chrome; $7.58 at Amazon.

Archaeology Bin Pull Plain Smooth

Above: The Bin Pull Plain Smooth from NY-based Urban Archaeology starts at $30 for the polished brass version.

Whitechapel LTD Rectangular English Bin Pull

Above: The Rectangular English Bin Pull is fashioned from weighty solid brass, measures 3 13/16 inches wide, and is available in five finishes, including polished chrome (shown above) for $29.82 at Whitechapel LTD.

Audrey Bin Pull from Schoolhouse Electric in Portland, Oregon

Above: Vintage Bin Pull available in four different finishes (shown in oil rubbed bronze) for $12 each from Schoolhouse Electric.

Whitechapel LTD Bin Pull in three sizes

Above: The high-quality, hand-finished, heavy solid brass original Bin Pull from Whitechapel LTD is available in three sizes (useful if you need different sizes in a kitchen) and five finishes. Shown in the medium size (3.7 inches) with a polished chrome finish; $14.14.

Armac Solid Brass Label Holder/Bin Pull

Above: A good option for those who wish to label specific cabinets: the Armac Solid Brass Label Holder/Bin Pull is $23.99 at Van Dyke's Restorers.

Basic Bin Pull in lacquered cast iron

Above: California-based Crown City Hardware's Basic Bin Pull is available in five finishes (including lacquered cast iron, as shown), measures 3.5 inches wide, and is $7.49.

Schaub & Co.'s Traditional Design Series Bin Cup Pull

Above: The Schaub & Co. Traditional Design Series Bin Cup Pull is available in 3-inch and 6-inch sizes; $22.36 for the large size at the Hardware Hut.

Audrey Bin Pull from Schoolhouse Electric in Portland, Oregon

Above: The Audrey Bin Pull is available in four finishes and made from solid brass for $12 each from Schoolhouse Electric.

Modern Bin Pull from Crown City Hardware

Above: Crown City Hardware's Modern Bin Pull with rear mounting offers a clean look with concealed screws. Measuring 3.75 inches, it is available in four finishes. Shown in oil rubbed bronze; $17.99.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on August 24, 2011.


Sheepskins: Summer and Winter Edition

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I love the shagginess of Mongolian sheepskins (I've been chucking white ones over my living room chairs for a while now.) Last year, I spotted them in black and promptly picked up a couple; the darker sheepskins instantly add a layer of moodiness to my otherwise neutral-colored room. Perfect for the winter season.

The Mongolian sheepskins are available for $165 from Steed Find Hoarding & Tack; contact directly to purchase. Not a skin lover? Urban Outfitters offers a Faux Sheep Skin Rug in black, (and white) for $114.

Photography by Mimi Giboin for Remodelista.

Black Mongolian Sheepskin with Pia Wallen Throw

Above: A winter look with black Mongolian sheepskin.

White Mongolian Sheepskin

Above: When spring rolls around, I switch to white.

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A Mountain Hotel Fit for Royalty

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Sweden's oldest mountain hotel, the 1,700-acre Fjällnäs Reserve, was built in 1882 as a retreat for Swedish royalty to experience the drama of what Fjällnäs calls "the eight seasons."

The hotel is surrounded by a stark landscape of birch forests and barren mountain peaks; rooms feature slate and scrubbed pine surfaces and are simply outfitted in white linens, sheepskin pillows and throws, and Josef Frank fabrics. Visit Fjällnäs Reserve for more information.

Snowy Fjällnäs Reserve Hotel in Sweden, Remodelista

Outdoor Firepit at Fjällnäs Reserve, Remodelista

Gold Pendant Lights above the Dining Table, Remodelista

Sitting Room at Fjällnäs Reserve in Sweden, Remodelista

Dining Room at Fjällnäs Reserve in Sweden, Remodelista

Meeting Room at Fjällnäs Reserve in Sweden, Remodelista

Desk Lamp in the Bedroom at Fjällnäs Reserve, Remodelista

Bedroom at Fjällnäs Reserve, Remodelista

Grey Sheepskin in the Bedroom at Fjällnäs Reserve, Remodelista

Spa at Fjällnäs Reserve, Remodelista

Stacked Towels in the Sauna at Fjällnäs Reserve, Sweden

Fjällnäs Reserve Hotel in Sweden, Remodelista

You've seen where the Swedish royalty stay, now see what mattress they sleep on in our post: 10 Easy Pieces: Editors' Favorite Mattresses.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on December 27, 2011.

The Ultimate Cold Cure

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When my chum Heidi was holed up in bed a couple of weeks ago with a nasty bout of flu, I spotted her husband, Peter, in the local market with a basket piled with lemongrass, ginger root and peppers. He told me he was making his special cold cure. I pressed him to tell.

"When I ran The Modern Restaurant at MoMA in NYC we could never miss a day at work," Peter said, " So when a bunch of us got sick, one of the chefs made this cold cure and we drank it all day to get through. It's really very tasty." So much so that when Heidi recuperated we decided it might make a good cocktail mix.

ginger root and honey

lemon grass and cayenne pepper

Here's Peter's recipe for his lemongrass, ginger & chili pepper cold cure:

Bring a quart of water to boil in a large saucepan; add the following ingredients and turn down the heat to a slow simmer:

Fresh ginger root (peeled and sliced thin). The more the better (about 1/4 cup or a good sized chunk before slicing)
2 lemongrass stalks (stem and tip cut off and outside first layer removed), sliced in half lengthwise and then cut in 3-inch long pieces.
1 small red chili pepper, sliced very thin
1 small green serrano chili pepper, sliced very thin
1 good shake of crushed red pepper flakes
Honey to taste and to balance the heat from the chili
2 tea bags of preferably lemongrass tea, but any black tea will do as well)

You can keep this on a low simmer for a long time; just add a bit more water as needed. Drink as desired throughout the day (you may find yourself becoming addicted to this hot spicy/sweet tonic).

Image credits from top left clockwise: ginger via Dream State Inspiration, honey via Lyla and Blu, cayenne pepper via Silk Road Spice, lemongrass via Fine Cooking.

Rehab Diaries: Tales from the Hood

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It’s not often that a kitchen renovation is designed around the often ignored hood vent, but when Bunker Workshop’s Chris Greenawalt learned that his clients would "do whatever it took to have proper hood ventilation," he decided it was time to embrace it.

When they purchased their family home in Boston’s Beacon Hill, Greenawalt’s clients were determined to reinject an identity into the house after a series of transformations (it had gone from a single residence to a multi-family and then back again). With cooking and entertaining high on their list of priorities, the couple's design focus soon centered on the kitchen and dining area. An existing bathroom between the kitchen and dining room was moved, allowing for the creation of a major space in which the hood vent and island below it have become the main event of the house.

Photography by Matt Delphenich.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, canopy and soffit contain hood over kitchen island, open bookshelves line wall

Above: A canopy and soffit have been built out from the window to create the architecture for the hood vent over the island. Open shelving for books and pottery line the back wall. The existing oak floors were stained a dark brown to contrast with the maple wood on the island.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, maple island looking toward floor to ceiling cabinets

Above: "The client wanted an eat-in kitchen with a lot of storage for small appliances and open shelving for books," Greenawalt says. A large refrigerator, gas cook top, and a double oven all face the island, while a series of floor to ceiling cabinets along the north window wall provide the majority of the kitchen storage.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, maple wood island

Above: Everything, especially family life, is now centered around the kitchen island and vent hood above.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, floor to ceiling storage for small appliances

Above: Small appliances are easily accessible in a floor-to-ceiling storage cabinet.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, pull-out spice storage rack

Above: "The client uses a lot of spices in her cooking and wanted an easy pull-out spice storage solution,' says Greenawalt.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, view of island down to dining room table, orange chairs

Above: "The client was adamant that there be plenty of lighting for the kitchen area," Greenawalt says. "We settled on the Eurofase square recessed adjustable multi-lights for the ceiling and the single recessed option in the canopy." The design team selected fireplace brick (painted white) to match the back wall.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, detail of 4" thick maple wood cantilever off of painted white brick island in eat-in area

Above: Greenwalt's first drawings showed a stainless steel counter top. The clients, however, wanted a warmer material, but were concerned that wood would not be durable enough for their family. Grothouse Lumber Company sent them large samples for testing. Impressed with what they say, they decided on a 2-inch edge-grained hard maple with a clear matte durata finish. "We added a 4-inch thick cantilever to the eat-in area and matched the fireplace brick for the island walls to add a bit more warmth and texture to the scheme," Greenawalt says.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, two pull out utensils drawer under cooker

Above: A busy cook likes to have utensils on hand.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, bar area, open bookshelves

Above: A bar area was created in the passage to the living room. The bathroom, which was previously located between the kitchen and dining area, has been moved to this passage.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation,

Above: The townhouse in the historic neighborhood of Boston's Beacon Hill.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, Greenawalt renderings

Above: Greenawalt's renderings helped the clients decide materials and finishes.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, before image of kitchen

Above: A view of the existing kitchen before the wall on the right was removed.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, before image of kitchen and dining room

Above: A view through to the space that was previously the dining room, after the walls and bathroom have been removed.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, before plan

Above: A diagrammatic plan showing the kitchen and dining room, which became the main focus of Greenawalt's work in the transformation of the house.

Bunker Workshop, Beacon Hill kitchen dining room renovation, after plan

Above: The new plan of the kitchen showing the new position of the bathroom by the bar area. Sliding pocket doors allow access to the living room beyond.

N.B.: The Bunker Workshop are skilled at working out their clients' needs. See Small Space Living for the In-Laws to see their design solutions for a downsizing couple.

5 Favorites: Rustic Cocoa Mugs

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Even though I grew up sledding in New England, it wasn't until I moved to New York City that I really made an art of hot chocolate. My survival strategy in the cold winter months? A cup of cocoa from one of New York's abundant artisanal chocolatiers. And to complement these fine cocoas, I started searching for the perfect mug.

These are my criteria: 1) Preferably, the mug should be white. What better color to offset cocoa's deep chocolaty hue? 2) The mouth of the mug needs to be generous enough to accommodate a flotilla of marshmallows. 3) The mug should be large enough so that you can wrap both your chilly hands around it. 4) Finally, the perfect mug should also have grooves or a handle to prevent your mitts from slipping. Here are my five favorites.

white forest pottery cocoa mug

Above: My personal favorite is White Forest's Mug, designed especially for cocoa aficionados like me; $25. Pictured here with my two other "musts": cocoa mix from Jacques Torres (which also comes in peppery Wicked; $18) and rose marshmallows Whimsy & Spice ($6.50 for a dozen).

tea bowl by Starling Brood

Above: Although technically designed for tea, Starling Brood's Tea bowl is also generous enough for hot cocoa; $25.

Ripple mug from ABC Carpet and Home

Above: Rustic and elemental, Ripple Mugs from ABC Carpet and Home are made from dishwasher safe porcelain; $35.

large mug by Tourne

Above: Designed to be held in both hands, Tourne's Large Tea" mug is also perfect for cocoa; $22.

Robert Gordon Life mug

Above: Joining forces with renowned ceramic artist David Golightly, Robert Gordon created the Life series, including this copious Mug; AU $14.95.

N.B. Looking to warm your insides as well as your home with other accessories for hot beverages? Browse our kitchen accessories section.

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