from the creative director.
Season of Change Traditionally, a September issue is an all-out tribute to fall fashion, but this year we wanted to do things differently. Our Design & Domain issue invites you to look more broadly at all things design — be it fashion, home decor, architecture, local makers, artisans or commercial projects. And there was so much to take into consideration. It seems that shelter in place has us reevaluating how we spend our money: opting for investment pieces for ourselves and for the home that will last years, if not generations, while sidelining fast fashion and disposable decor. 16 september/october 2020 marin living.
I am particularly proud of the fashion feature and the incredible team that came together to make it all happen for this issue. In a humbling act of generosity, the Pomeroy family and Compass Real Estate agent Neil Ward opened the doors of the historic Quail Hill property in Ross, allowing us to provide you with a rare glimpse into one of Marin’s architectural gems. We showcase the rarely seen property alongside clothing from local boutiques, jewelry made by local designers, furniture designed in Oakland and work from a Marin-based ceramicist whose pieces left our shoot and headed directly for an exhibition in Minneapolis. I have pulled together many shoots over the course of my career, but this one was very different because of Covid. A huge thank you to our talented photographer, Justin Buell, and the wonderful team who took the extra time and effort to adhere to the social distancing and safety measures (pictured above). We also take a close look at some Bay Area projects that are not only changing the San Francisco skyline, but changing the face of Wine Country and upping the ante for dining in Marin. Our executive editor, Dan Jewett, reported on some fascinating
personalities around the Bay Area this month, including two sisters who are making a splash in the wine business and a USF law professor who is infusing mindfulness into the legal system with inspiring results. And to you, dear readers, I want to express my gratitude as well. The kind words, kudos and excitement you expressed after our first issue was released is humbling. As I write this, the Woodward Fire in Point Reyes and the LNU Lightning Complex fire to the north of us are still burning, but with a community as strong as the one in Marin I know we’ll not only get through this, but band together to help those who need it the most when the flames are finally extinguished. I feel honored to call you my friends, neighbors and community.
Warmly,
Casey Gillespie Creative Director and Co-Founder
Portrait by Becca Teal Batista; Jack Bober
Behind the scenes at the Quail Hill photo shoot