Annette Schutz and James Bacchi have created a warm and welcoming atmosphere at ArtHaus. When you…read morestop by, you'll no doubt have an interesting conversation, admire the art and the beautiful space, and think to yourself that you couldn't possibly afford the gorgeous paintings , photographs and sculptures. Look at the price tags, and you'll be pleasantly surprised. You might just walk out with an original:-)

South of Market, unpretentious and friendly. Owners James and Annette are true art lovers showing…read morethe work of new and established artists. Check it out.

I highly recommend the services of Aitchison Fine Art Advisory. Joy is kind, professional,…read morethorough, and a real advocate for her clients. She is prompt with email and communication and very knowledgeable. She answers your questions with clarity and thoroughness. For background, I cold emailed Joy in search of help to sell a family painting. She was very quick to respond, helped answer my questions, and found an avenue for selling the piece. As an individual seeking a professional art appraiser, I was impressed by her attention to detail and personalized client service. She made sure to understand my needs in this sale and advocated for my desires in the sale. I absolutely recommend the services of Aitchison Fine Art Advisory.

When we were trying to place a value on unique custom furniture we decided the best route to take…read morewas hiring a professional Appraiser. We were impressed with Joy's website and her credentials. We provided Joy with all the data and materials she needed to investigate comparable pieces in order to create a beautifully, well-crafted report that we were able to provide our clients. In addition to the formal appraisal, Joy provided us with professional advice that helped influence our designs. I would recommend Joy to any person creating or collecting art.

Over the past five years, we've worked with the Scale Collective on three major projects, and…read morecouldn't be happier with the results. Sara served as the lead experiential designer for a pop-up interactive art gallery for children and our Oakland-based preschool, as well as selected the furniture program for several areas of our residence, most notably the outdoor dining and lounge area. The Scale Collective impressed us with their creativity, knowledge of contemporary art and design, and enthusiasm for the craft. The preschool is now a vibrant, engaging space that captivates both children and adults. The interactive elements and thoughtful design make it a truly unique experience. At our residence, Sara transformed our outdoor dining and lounge area into luxurious, yet comfortable spaces perfect for entertaining and relaxing. The design seamlessly blends with the natural surroundings, creating an inviting atmosphere that we and our guests adore. Their use of materials and furniture was spot on, making the space both functional and beautiful. We will enjoy all these spaces for years to come!

Great taste! Furniture, color palette, fixtures, hardware etc. Sara's taste is amazing.read more

Kate is fantastic. I had the pleasure of doing a one-on-one color analysis with her in her lovely…read morestudio, and found that there was so much I didn't know, despite having watched some videos on the subject before. It was so fascinating to see in real time how different colors in the various seasons reacted to my skin and face, and the time really flew by while I was there. I walked away from this session feeling way more confident knowing what compliments me and what will help me look and feel my best. What I loved is that she encouraged me to train my own eyes while I was there, and it was just enough handholding for someone like me! Perfect amount of guidance, but she also didn't spoonfeed me everything. :) Soon enough I could see what she was seeing and why. The applications are endless, and I can't wait to bring my sister and friends for their own session!

We LOVED our time with Kate! Kate is a lovely, warm, personable color analysis star. She knows what…read moreshe's talking about, offers skills and tools to help train your eye, and has everything you need to be set up for success. She's also got a service for everything! Wedding couples consulting, wedding part and bridesmaids, parties, individual, you name it! Hire kate!!

We connected with Rachelle through a referral from our architect, as we were embarking on a fast…read morepaced renovation and expansion of our home. I honestly do not know how we would have made it through without her help. There are 1000 decisions to make from tile to cabinets and paint, along with all of the finishes. Rachelle had excellent recommendations for high quality options that stayed within our budget. She helped us meet our contractor's deadlines, so we stayed on track to finish the project within 4 months. Everything came out so beautiful! She really listened and paid attention to what each of us liked to help us find our shared style. We are so grateful for her expertise and vast rolodex of resources and hidden gems.

Rachelle made very demeaning remarks regarding mine and my housemates disabilities. She spread lies…read moreto other contract workers and sent intense and inappropriate texts to my housemate and the person who referred us to her. She was very hostile and I did not feel safe associating with her. I just want to make sure people know to be careful with selecting businesses to work with. This is not a compassionate (or even remotely kind) company and I do not recommend using them if you part of a minority / targeted community.

Having never sculpted before, my experience with Marilyn was simply amazing!! She is very patient,…read moreand knows how to communicate all her years of knowledge to a newbie like me. The class is relaxed, yet very informative. The day after every class we receive a detail email with pictures & so much information. So not only did I feel like I learned, I created 2 masterpieces!

Mari deserves 100 yelp stars. Her sculpting class is amazing only because she is such a talent…read moreherself and an amazing and inspiring instructor. My daughter really loves this class. We were so impressed with what she made. My daughter is talented but this is beyond sheer talent. This is because the instructor she has is so patient and direct. Her studio is perfect. The class structure is organized. And her home is full of inspiring pieces that Mari has sculpted herself. I highly recommend this class for your young one. I look forward to taking an adult class soon.

Kim helped me fulfill my longtime dream of becoming a successful real estate investor! She worked…read moretirelessly to evaluate and ultimately find a profitable property with huge potential, and she negotiated the price below asking (not an easy task in Marin County!). She was invaluable in sharing her extensive knowledge about renovations, giving me quality design feedback, and sharing her vast resources of renovation professionals. As a design professional myself, I am impressed with Kim's creativity, style and understanding of residential design. When it came time to place my beautifully renovated property back on the market, she understood how to market it, showcasing what matters most to buyers with her impeccable style and taste. The property sold quickly and over ask in a tough market! During the entire process of buying, renovating, and selling my first investment property, Kim was always available to answer my endless questions or help me solve problems. There are not many real estate agents who are able to fill all the roles that she was able to fill with such professionalism and kindness. Kim is not only a savvy real estate agent, but she is also an incredibly patient and compassionate person who was able to keep me calm and encourage me to take my first leap of faith! I could not have done it without her and I am so excited to work with her again on my next real estate adventures! I highly recommend Kim to anyone looking to get the best offer on their property by making just a few smart design touches, OR for anyone who needs a realtor who can give you a creative vision of a potential property.

I've worked with Kim for probably over 10 years as a home stager for her many listings. And, as…read moresomeone who has worked with countless agents, I can say that there is just no one like Kim Baskind. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to a friend or anyone selling their home. Kim truly is a creative genius. She takes hold of a project, no matter how big or small and takes ownership of it like no other. She finds the most affordable and clever options to almost any problem that could come up. She finds creative solutions. Kim can take a house, no matter how big, small, or funky, (no matter what could be wrong with it!) and she will find the most creative, beautiful, affordable solution possible to elevate it. She has countless resources she uses. She can find anything and she does so quickly and efficiently. She has also become more than adept with color and creates a beautiful, cohesive color story throughout all of her homes. She makes our job so much easier and working with her is truly a pleasure. The product we are able to produce, as stagers working on her listings, is above and beyond any of the listings we do with other agents. Kim truly cares. She is hard-working and follows through all the way to the end. She cares about her clients. She cares about their final result. She cares about the bottom line and she cares about creating beauty. She is always patient and professional and has a wonderful sense of humor. All of us here at The Ride Studio could not love her more. Michelle Bevilacqua, Owner The Ride Studio