Niche Interiors Blog: Inspiration and advice for creating a well-designed home
Archives: Furnishings
San Francisco Interior Designer Picks
Want to take a peek at our source list? Now is your chance! Check out a few of our favorite San Francisco sources for the most crucial design elements that go into creating a stylish and unique home. Enjoy! Contemporary … Continue reading
Must-Have Modern Classics
One of the joys of being an interior designer is the constant exposure we have to new products – the fabulous, mundane, and the ugly! Regardless of what we are seeing in the showrooms, we can always depend on returning … Continue reading
Design Superstar: Jonathan Adler
We had the good fortune to hear Jonathan Adler speak at the San Francisco Design Center last week – what a hoot! It’s so refreshing to meet such a candid soul with an irreverent, jolly approach to decorating and design. … Continue reading
Still Loving…Lucite
Oh, lucite – we never tire of you! Translucent and versatile, lucite is well-suited for both traditional and modern spaces. It’s best used judiciously as an unexpected touch rather than a major focal point. Above: Louis Ghost Chair from DWR, CB2 … Continue reading
Spotlight: Kids Decor!
2012 was a busy year for kids spaces at Niche Interiors – we designed five nurseries (including my own) and one big boy’s room! One thing we’ve discovered: Tasteful and unique kids decor is hard to come by. Check out … Continue reading
The Beauty of Banquettes
Who doesn’t prefer sitting in a booth or banquette over a standard dining chair? Custom designed banquettes are one of our favorite ways to create relaxed dining areas for our clients. Here’s why… Cozy & Comfortable. Banquettes encourage you to … Continue reading
Gift Guide for Design Lovers
Shopping for the design-savvy person on your list? Search for items with fine craftsmanship, simplicity of design and materials, and attention to detail. We curated a few winners to get you started… Above Clockwise: Studio Patro tea towels, Heath Ceramics … Continue reading
Wingback Chairs with a Twist
The classic wingback chair goes from fine to fantastic when re-imagined with these modern design twists! 1. Stylized Wings. Look for soft protruding wings that transition smoothly into the arms. Our favorites are Mitchell Gold’s Juliette Chair, Lee Industries Host Chair, … Continue reading
Trend Alert: Expose Your Bulbs!
With the steampunk and industrial trends gaining momentum, light fixtures are being stripped down to their purest forms ~ exposed bulbs and all. Bring this trend home with one of the following fixtures, or by swapping out your existing bulbs … Continue reading
Eye-Catching Occasional Tables
Bored of seeing the same old side tables everywhere? Join the club! Occasional tables can be functional and add a special touch to your room. Check out our top 5 contenders…

