Decorating & Design
October 18, 2022
The City Column: Discover H&H’s Guide To San Francisco
A buzzy art scene, new hotels and Michelin stars will draw you to this Northern California city for more than its famed bridge.
Scroll down for our guide to San Francisco!
Where To Stay: The Palace Hotel
A city landmark and testament to San Fran’s history of luxe hospitality, The Palace Hotel first opened in 1875 as the largest hotel in the world. The glam Gilded Age vibe remains, complemented by modern-day amenities. When you need a reprieve, visit the stunning pool, which sits under a domed glass ceiling.
2 New Montgomery St.
Where To Stay: The Line
This boutique hotel sits at the cross section of three neighborhoods: SoMa (South of Market), Union Square and Tenderloin. An independent hotel chain known for seamlessly integrating into residential areas, The Line has an aesthetic inspired by the city’s industrial past. Rooms are chic and subdued, with striking art balancing raw materials like concrete. There are four eateries on-site, including one in the rooftop solarium.
33 Turk St.
Where To Eat: Kaiyo Rooftop
Opening its doors in February, this cocktail bar pays homage to the Amazon with tropical greenery and colourful textiles, and boasts sweeping views of the city. The Nikkei menu is a delicious fusion of Peruvian and Japanese cuisines. It’s not uncommon to find a lineup for a table, so book ahead.
701 3rd St., 12th floor
Where To Eat: Atelier Crenn
The celebrated restaurant had a banner year in 2021: it secured three Michelin stars (again), and chef Dominique Crenn received the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Icon Award.
The modern take on fine French cuisine is served in a beautiful, subdued space. Reservations are released three months in advance, so plan accordingly.
3127 Fillmore St.
What To See: Asian Art Museum
Last year saw the unveiling of the Asian Art Museum’s Akiko Yamazaki and Jerry Yang Pavilion, one of the museum’s largest new exhibition spaces. Explore the Bernice Bing exhibition, Into View, where the local Asian American artist combines Eastern philosophy and calligraphy with Western abstractionism.
200 Larkin St.
What To See: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
An anchor of the city’s art scene, this museum was expanded in the mid-2010s, adding 45,000 square feet of art-filled public space. This fall’s must-see show is Diego Rivera’s America, an examination of the relationship between Mexico and the U.S.
151 Third St.
Where To Shop:
A visit to renowned ceramics company Heath in the Mission District is a must. The building houses a tile factory, clay studio, showroom, design- focused newsstand and Tartine Manufactory — a great place to grab a bite after some retail therapy.
2900 18th Street
Recently relocated to the San Francisco Design Center, BaBoo features handcrafted home goods made by global artisans. Find sculptures inspired by coral, lounge chairs shaped to echo sand dunes and more.
360 Langton St., Unit 301
House & Home October 2022