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Expanding the Horizon: An Architect Re-Envisions His Family’s San Anselmo Home

This Spanish-style cottage in San Anselmo gets a larger footprint and an enhanced indoor-outdoor connection.

Backyard view of the renovated San Anselmo home with sliding glass doors opening to the kitchen, a child running with a dog on the grass, a woman seated at a wooden picnic table, and a pool in the foreground.
by Lotus Abrams | Photography by Adam Potts
3 weeks ago
Home office with a rustic wooden desk, cane-back chair, dark built-in bookshelves, and a large window dressed with textured Roman shades, creating a cozy and functional workspace.

A San Anselmo Remodeled Home Dressed in Layers

Textures, patterns, old and new blend beautifully in this remodeled home.

by Lotus Abrams | Photos by Vivian Johnson, Styling by Yedda Morrison
May 8, 2025
Home, Nicasio

Climate Control: A Nicasio Home Merges Sustainability and Style

This West Main home was renovated to prioritize energy and water conservation.

by Lotus Abrams | Photos by Cesar Rubio
March 13, 2025
Sausalito round house outside view

Revitalizing a Landmark: A Stunning Renovation Brings New Life to Sausalito’s Wolfback Ridge Round House

Built in 1954, the historic Wolfback Ridge round house is one of several in the vicinity designed by respected architect Mario Corbett.

by Lotus Abrams
March 4, 2025

An Innovative ADU Studio Enhances a Craftsman in Mill Valley

Creative design brightens an underfloor studio in a Mill Valley house.

Mill Valley guest suite
by Lotus Abrams | Photos by Leslie Williamson
January 17, 2025
Home, Kentfield, Megan Warren Interior Design

Form & Function: New Life for a Midcentury Kentfield Home

A thoughtful renovation brought in designer Megan Warren and architect Andrew Feldon.

by Lotus Abrams | Photos by Vivian Johnson
December 13, 2024
Marin Home, Sebastopol

Mathematic Precision and Spiritual Harmony Unite in a Midcentury Sebastopol Home

When two engineers decided to move their family to Sebastopol, they saw potential in this split-level home in a quiet neighborhood.

by Lotus Abrams | Photos by Christopher Stark, Styling by Sarah E. Owen
November 22, 2024
Stinson beach house made of wood, low

Shifting the View: A Weekend Home in Stinson Beach Prioritizes Both Panoramic Vistas and Privacy

A cleverly sited weekend home in Stinson Beach prioritizes both panoramic vistas and privacy.

by Lotus Abrams | Photos by Joe Fletcher
November 7, 2024
Marin Home, San Rafael

The Long Game: A San Rafael Renovation Gives New Life to a Family Home

After 20 years of family life, the home is renovated to make future memories.

by Lotus Abrams | Photos by Paul Dyer, Styling by Yedda Morrison
November 7, 2024

A Budget-Friendly “California Modern” Makeover of a Larkspur Home

A Larkspur home with builder-grade finishes gets a family- and budget-friendly “California modern” makeover.

Marin Home, Larkspur
by Lotus Abrams
October 18, 2024
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What an unforgettable night! We couldn’t have done it without the brilliant Stacey Dillon of @38north_marin who transformed the Cascade Room at the Mill Valley Community Center into a festival 🎊

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We’re especially proud to have partnered with @habitatforhumanity as our nonprofit this year — your work is truly inspiring 💙

Marin is such a remarkable community, and it’s always an honor for us to bring people together to celebrate the businesses and individuals who make it shine.

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We went to the ribbon cutting for the North Bay Ch We went to the ribbon cutting for the North Bay Children Center’s new multimillion dollar campus in Novato and got a glimpse into everything it has to offer. 

Serving infants to preschoolers, this 20,000 square foot campus comes equipped with many classrooms and a large outdoor space with plenty of unique enrichment areas. 

Fun facts💡

🌱 Most of the outdoor structures were made with reclaimed materials

📝 There’s an on-site Learning Lab for child development professionals 

🪏 The curriculum features an outdoor classroom and a demonstration kitchen 

Stay tuned for more to come at marinmagazine.com

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Your English teacher and your gym teacher are gett Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married. And their kid just got into AP Calc. 

Marin’s Private School Guide has all the schools where well-rounded futures are made. Let your kids play ball and know Aristotle 🏀📚 

Details in bio 🔗

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What makes Orangetheory Greenbrae the Best of the What makes Orangetheory Greenbrae the Best of the County? 🧡

Discover what makes Orangetheory the world's best 1-hour workout. 

Orangetheory Fitness is a full-body group workout that blends strength, cardio and coaching to help you burn fat and build muscle - fast. Most members see and feel results in just a few weeks. 

Try it risk-free for 30 days, or your money back. Reference this video and get 2 free OTF Greenbrae classes (must be a local Marin resident and not a current OTF member/packholder to qualify). Call or text us at 415-481-0876 to claim your 2 free classes.

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According to Kathryn Soter of Good Future Design A According to Kathryn Soter of Good Future Design Alliance (@thegfda), summer is the peak season for homeowners to purge or remodel, creating a high demand for donations, salvage and sourcing reclaimed materials. 

Here is her list of salvage hubs in the Bay Area that support circular building and design. 

Building Resources, @building_resources
📍San Francisco
A nonprofit reuse center offering salvaged lumber, tile, sinks, windows and more for DIY projects.

The Reuse People, @thereusepeopleofamerica 
📍Oakland
Accepts donations and salvages deconstruction materials; also offers consulting and tax-deductible receipts.

Harvest EcoSalvage, @harvestecosalvage 
📍Marin
Eco-Salvage company focused on landfill diversion through full-service reuse operations.

Remoov, @remoovit
📍San Francisco
Clears out unwanted items and redistributes usable materials to donation centers, consignment or recycling.

Make It Home, @makeithomebayarea
📍Marin
Turns gently used furniture into complete home setups for individuals and families transitioning out of crisis.

Next Highest Good, @nexthighestgood 
📍San Francisco
Professional organizers specializing in zero waste through partnerships with dozens of donation, upcycling and recycling organizations to make sure nearly all the items you no longer need go to their next highest good.

📷 Building Resources, San Francisco

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Over 70 years of compassion, support, and connecti Over 70 years of compassion, support, and connection 💕

Lifehouse has stood beside individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for generations, helping the most vulnerable in our community have the opportunity to live fuller, more independent lives.

We're happy to shine a light on all the important work that you do!

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Next up on our Best of the County Businesses Spotl Next up on our Best of the County Businesses Spotlights: Dynamic Energy Crystals 💎 ✨

"Thank you again to everyone who voted for us in the Best of the County! We’re so honored to be included and deeply grateful for our amazing clients and community. Come by and visit us at our beautiful gallery in Sausalito, we’d love to see you!" – Luz Elena Castro

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