Eclectic Eichler at Northern California

After Jennifer Jones, owner of this San Francisco boutique Candy Store Collective, first saw the Eichler home in Oakland, California, which would turn into her house, she was wowed by the viewpoints: a giant expanse of the San Francisco Bay, right behind the swimming pool.

However, Joseph Eichler’s iconic design principles of lighting, air and willingness were the actual selling points for Jones, a classic and midcentury collector having a great eye for pavement treasure.

When she set about filling the chambers, she discovered that she wanted a bit of assistance. There was a lot of space, and every room appeared to appear through the central courtyard onto every other room. She enlisted her friend and designer Nicole Socia, and together they set out to decorate the home, a rental, mostly using the things Jones already needed, adding a couple things and, obviously, keeping it very private.

What they came up with is sort of a modern period piece — a bohemian, artistic pad (should not houses like this always be called pads?) That is both private and iconic. Bonus: It did not cost a lot.

in a Glance
Who lives here: Jennifer Jones and Caleb Poterbin
Location: Oakland, California
Size: 4 bedrooms, two bathrooms
That is intriguing: Jones was Searching for furniture on Craigslist when she saw that the Eichler listing. She and Poterbin leased it having no prior plans to proceed.

Eichler epitomized the California modern aesthetic. These are the house’s first light fixtures, ceilings and floors. The majority of Jones’ furniture has been either found on the road or bought cheaply in flea markets.

The large, open living room is kept uncluttered and airy (long, custom shelves along the wall are because of her well-curated ranges ). The lines are mostly midcentury, and the colours are all neutral.

This is one of two classic white chairs Jones scored on Craigslist, alongside a shag beanbag from PB Teen. Plants in every room include a natural appearance and keep the home from feeling overly static.

An aluminum side table reflects the numerous glass walls from the home and plays with the airy feeling. As do the air plants.

You will find plant vignettes that are small everywhere. The majority of them are in white planters, and they add a touch of lively life.

The eat-in kitchen is supplied with a pair of brown acrylic chairs in the’70s. This is indeed swinging.

From the very small den area outside the kitchen, books are stacked by color. Jones calls it her”bookshelf made of books.”

The Frem Røjle Danish modern dining set was bought for”supercheap,” states Jones, in Portland, Oregon. Its bones are pure midcentury modern.

This oil bar was Jones’ first-ever classic purchase. A must for the grooviest cocktail parties.

A classic nassa shell lampshade in the Philippines. Similar ones can be found on eBay or even in beachside trinket stores.

The master bedroom is small (as was the style back then) and supplied in Jones’ trademark simple vintage style (with blossoms, always with crops ). The dresser is a flea market find, and she discovered that the round mirror in a street in San Francisco. Yes, she is lucky, but it is because she keeps her eyes peeled.

The first Eichler sliding glass doors offer an expansive view of the garden along with the San Francisco Bay beyond it. An Ikea sheepskin covers a discovered vintage chair.

Jones enjoys antique paintings of California landscapes. She collects them in flea markets and garage sales.

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