WHEN PEOPLE ASK WHAT WE DO, we always say we’re in real estate, but there’s so much more to it. At its core, our mission is about celebration—celebrating the people, places, and stories that make San Francisco and the Bay Area truly special.
Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of working with incredible clients, and we felt it was the perfect time to share their stories and spotlight their amazing businesses. The Beat is our way of weaving together the rich tapestry of our communities, showcasing the creativity, diversity, and energy that make this region so vibrant.
A huge thank-you to the entire magazine team who brought this vision to life—from curating interviews and photos to crafting the articles, all coming together in such a short time. We also want to express our gratitude to the clients and businesses who contributed to this inaugural issue.
We hope you enjoy it!
Warm regards,
NEW BEGINNINGS
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New Sparks from Old Treasures
Antiquing in Petaluma and a Visit with a Passionate Collector
Learn about the rich treasure trove of collectibles in Petaluma, just 60 miles from San Francisco.
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Old-School Dining at John’s Grill
A Classic San Francisco Restaurant and Three Generations of Konstin Family Hospitality
Discover the history behind one of San Francisco’s oldest and most famous restaurants.
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Nick & Mark, Sunset District
BARBCO CLIENT PROFILE
Peek into a remodeled Sunset home, styled to eclectic perfection.
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Radiating Color
In Conversation with Artist Rhonel Roberts
Enter the vibrant, colorful world of a celebrated local artist.
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Reawakening with Design
INTERIOR DESIGNER
Get inspired by Kelly Scanlon’s design tips and tricks.
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Roxana & Phil, Mission District
BARBCO CLIENT PROFILE
Meet the couple who renovated a classic Victorian home.
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The New Rules
Real Estate Just Got a Makeover
The game has changed! Here’s your cheat sheet for how the new laws impact buying and selling.
ARTIST RHONEL ROBERTS, PG 34
NICK & MARK PG 26
THE BAY AREA IS RICH WITH CULTURE AND CREATIVITY
— ART BY RHONEL AND MARTINIS FROM JOHN'S GRILL
JOHN’S GRILL PG 18
—OLIVIA
LEZOTTE, OWNER, SIENNA ANTIQUES
ABOVE: AN EIGHTEENTH-CENTURY VIRGIN MARY PROCESSIONAL MANNEQUIN, SOUGHT AFTER BY COLLECTORS OF DEVOTIONAL ART FROM THIS PERIOD. RIGHT: “PUDDLE-STICKS” FROM 1909. FAR RIGHT: CHUCK MORGENSTERN, OWNER, WOODCHUCK ANTIQUES.
A. SIENNA ANTIQUES
Curated contemporary and antique pieces
326 Petaluma Boulevard North 707.763.6088
B. CHELSEA ANTIQUES
Over twenty-five dealers showing a range of antiques and collectibles
148 Petaluma Boulevard North 707.763.7686
C. DELLA FATTORIA DOWNTOWN CAFÉ
Bakery and café
143 Petaluma Boulevard North 707.763.0161 dellafattoria.com
D. YANKEE GIRL ANTIQUES
An antiques collective filled with East Coast pedigree, West Coast charm, and more! 127 Kentucky Street 707.762.0200
E. SUMMER COTTAGE ANTIQUES
Rustic and whimsical California style 153 Kentucky Street 707.776.2873 summercottageantiques.com
PETALUMA ANTIQUE FAIRE
Spring and fall antique market petalumadowntown.com/antique-show
TOP LEFT: A LEADED GLASS LAMP BY WILKINSON CO., BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, CIRCA 1910. LEFT: A GLIMPSE OF CHUCK’S PERSONAL COLLECTION.
WRITTEN BY SHANNA STREICH
PHOTOGRAPHS BY KRISTEN LOKEN
—HERB CAEN, THE SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE COLUMNIST
“We had a lot of booze that day, and it was all free.”
—JOHN SR.
Friends of the Libraries U.S.A. bestows Literary Landmark status.
Sunset District, San Francisco
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PHOTO CREDIT: KATHRYN MACDONALD PHOTOGRAPHY
