KCC Modern Living sells modern furniture from high-end Italian and Danish sofas to custom-made American dining tables. It features more than 30 lines of European and American furniture and original art from local artists.
A community arts center, Expression Gallery shows a rotating list of local artists, has a schedule of engaging classes and hosts a variety of arts-centered events. The public is welcome to browse and participate in events like book and poetry readings, craft shows and film reviews. The calendar of events is posted on the website.
Ohmega Salvage buys and sells architectural materials that range from the Victorian Era to present day. They have a wide selection of chandeliers, light fixtures, bath tubs, armoires, ornamental hardware and fireplace mantles. They also have stained glass windows and statuary that is perfect for home gardens. If you need a piece of furniture for just a day or two, they offer rental services to local customers. Ohmega Salvage gladly accepts donations of salvage goods at this location.
A sister store of Crate & Barrel, CB2 is a modern furnishings and home accessories store targeting young adults. This Berkeley location is in a high-ceilinged space previously occupied by Cody's bookstore. CB2 sells modern furniture and accessories such as rugs, bedding and bath linens, mirrors, dishes, glassware and decorative items.
There is some free parking available in the lot next door, but most parking is metered and on the street.
Jason Kaldis is a versatile architect who specializes in the remodeling and updating of older homes. He also offers design assistance on newer homes. The firm's consultants include structural engineers and energy compliance experts. It is located at the Strawberry Creek Design Center in Central Berkeley, right near the northwest corner of Strawberry Creek Park.
Drake Design Associates is a private architectural firm. It specializes in architectural planning, interior design and interior architectural series. It provides design and facility services for projects ranging up to 400,000 square feet. Drake Design Associates’ clients include Prentiss Properties, Chiron Corporation, Shea Properties, Hines, HJ Friedman Corporation, CT Realty, Social Security, Safeway, Pacific Gas & Electric Company, Pacific Bell, Gerson Bakar & Associates, Wells Fargo Bank and Cigna Insurance Company.
This wood and metal shop sells custom and studio furniture and cabinets designed by local artisans. It also builds retail fixtures such as counters, display cases and benches. The company's eco-friendly products are made from reclaimed and salvaged materials. The shop is located in Northwest Berkeley, about two blocks north of University Avenue.
Patricia Motzkin provides architecture and interior design services for residential clients. She earned a Masters of Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley and a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Scandinavian Designs Home & Office has a selection of sofas, recliners, dressers, tables, bookcases and beds. This store has a summer clearance sale and a winter clearance sale each year when it switches over its merchandise. Scandinavian Designs will also price match an item if it is sold for less at a different store.