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Tour the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase

Designers including Geoffrey De Sousa, Kelly Hohla, and Julie Rootes transform a stunning residence in the city’s prestigious Pacific Heights neighborhood

By Jill Sieracki
A room designed by Geoffrey De Sousa at the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase.
A room designed by Geoffrey De Sousa at the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase. Photo: Jose Manuel Alorda

Nothing brings out the interior design community quite like a well-appointed show house. In San Francisco, the hallmark event is the annual San Francisco Decorator Showcase, which launched in 1977 as a fundraiser for the city’s University High School’s Parent Association. Since then, it’s raised approximately $19 million, helping support students on financial aid.

This year’s showcase, running April 26 through May 26, takes over a stunning manse in San Francisco’s prestigious Pacific Heights neighborhood with sweeping views of the Bay Area. Built in 1902 by T. Paterson Ross and completely reimagined in 2009, this 9,400-square-foot home features eight bedrooms, seven full and three half-baths, an elevator, breathtaking gardens, and more spread throughout five levels.

Mid-century modern living room with yellow chairs, patterned sofa, large windows, plants, and a circular chandelier.
Katie Monkhouse Photo: Stephanie Russo
A library conceived by Kathleen Navarra of Navarra Design inside the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase.
A library conceived by Kathleen Navarra of Navarra Design inside the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase. Photo: Kurt Manley

“Each year, the San Francisco Decorator Showcase brings together an extraordinary roster of the region’s most talented interior and landscape designers,” says Geoffrey De Sousa, chair of the Decorator Showcase Design Advisory Board. “The 2025 Showcase will be no exception, featuring visionary designs that push creative boundaries while honoring the home’s architectural beauty. Visitors can expect a truly immersive and inspiring experience crafted by the very best in the industry.”

“The transformation of the Showcase home is nothing short of remarkable,” adds Stephanie Yee, Showcase Executive Director. “Behind the scenes, our designers pour their talent, creativity, and countless hours into bringing their visions to life—all under incredibly tight deadlines. Hundreds of volunteers, designers, donors, sponsors, builders, and visitors come together to ensure the Showcase’s success. The community’s dedication to the Showcase and the students it supports is incredible.”

The 46th San Francisco Decorator Showcase will be open at 2935 Pacific Avenue April 26 until May 26. Below, explore more rooms from the residence.

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Tour the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase

In a family room orchestrated by Kelly Hohla, a Kimberly Denman sofa upholstered in a Fog & Fury felt is joined by artisan-made furnishings including a Stefan Bishop cocktail table, Jiun Ho bar cabinet, and Blackman Cruz sconces.

Photograph by John Merkl

Chair of the Decorator Showcase Design Advisory Board, Geoffrey De Sousa outfitted a handsome living room lined in sumptuous wood paneling with masterful works of art and collectible design including an Aldo Tura bar cabinet, John Pomp sofa and coffee table, and other furnishings by Alexander Lamont.

Photograph by Jose Manuel Alorda

Katie Monkhouse Interiors was tasked with orchestrating the garden apartment, which features an elegant kitchen defined by its large-scale island surmounted by a custom chandelier by Brightbound; the marble backsplash is complemented with tiles hand-painted by Katherine Verdickt in a botanical motif.

Photograph by Stephanie Russo

In the apartmentu2019s living area, Katie Monkhouse reimagined a vintage sofa in Dedar fabric from Kneedler Fauchu00e9re and Kerstin Hu00f6rlin-Holmquist chairs from Almond&Co. Gallery using a Sandra Jordan textile.

Photograph by Stephanie Russo

Designer Jon de la Cruz enveloped his u201cRock, Paper, Scissorsu201d entryway in a handcrafted wall covering made in Nepal using bark then added antique Italian spheres and capitals, a pair of console tables from Sylvan S.F., and artworks by Diana Al-Hadid, William Kentridge, Anselm Kiefer, Carrie Mae Weems, Cindy Sherman, and more.

Photograph by John Merkl

Breaking the mold of the traditional library, Kathleen Navarra of Navarra Design outfitted much of the space in a visually arresting Fromental wallpaper, then installed a striking hair-on-hide rug from Kyle Bunting, Olivia Cognet ceramic stool from The Future Perfect,u00a0and a pilular Blue Roma Quartzite stone tabletop that rests on a sturdy asymmetrical wood base from Randolph & Hein.

Photograph by Kurt Manley

Kendra Nash of Nash Design Group orchestrated the “Global Nest” bedroom suite at the San Francisco Decorator Showcase, drawing on her travels through Southeast Asia, New Zealand, Australia, and Mexico. Here, she selected a rich earthy plaster from Sherwin Williams for the walls, then adding lighting and art that nods to the moon, including Hennepin Made lamps and works from Dolby Chadwick Gallery.u00a0

Photograph by Christopher Stark

To craft the dreamy main bath, designer Lauren Berry chose beautiful lighting from Apparatus and gorgeous materials from Artistic Tile, Da Vinci Marble, and Anaya Stone and Tile.

Photograph by Bess Friday

A vibrant space in the San Francisco Decorator Showcase by John Anderson of JKA Design reflected its theme of u201cWay Out West: A Technicolor Time-Outu201d through a selection of technicolor artworks and expressive textiles.

Photograph by Christopher Stark

For her u201cMoroccan Mirageu201d dining room, designer Julie Rootes covered a custom bench in a Pierre Frey then drew on a range of sumptuous textiles by Sandra Jordan, Sean Leffers, and Robert Kime. A Jiun Ho dining table, Jonathan Browning sconces from De Sousa Hughes, and a Paul Ferrante chandelier add to the magical effect.

Photograph by Sen Creative

Creating an imaginative suite for a teenage daughter, Ansley Majit of Bay Area studio L+P Interiors wrapped the room in a wall covering from Scion, then surrounded the bed dressed in Serena & Lily linens with creative accents sourced from 1st Dibs, Coup D’Etat, In Common With, and more.

Photograph by John Merkl

Maximizing the intimate outdoor area, Katharine Webster installed flagstone paving and Creme de Provence limestone that surrounds the circular stair that culminates in a secluded seating area formed using a bespoke table of reclaimed stone surrounded by ceramic stools and a plethora of succulents.

Photograph by Adam Potts
In a family room orchestrated by Kelly Hohla, a Kimberly Denman sofa upholstered in a Fog & Fury felt is joined by artisan made furnishings including a Stefan Bishop cocktail table, Jiun Ho bar cabinet, and Blackman Cruz sconces.
A room designed by Geoffrey De Sousa at the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase.
Katie Monkhouse Interiors was tasked with orchestrating the garden apartment, which features an elegant kitchen defined by its large-scale island surmounted by a custom chandelier by Brightbound; the marble backsplash is complemented with tiles hand-painted by Katherine Verdickt in a botanical motif.
Stylish living room featuring patterned sofa, yellow chairs, round coffee table, large window, and indoor plants.
The “Rock, Paper, Scissors” entry conceived by Jon de la Cruz at the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Show House.
A library conceived by Kathleen Navarra of Navarra Design inside the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase.
Kendra Nash of Nash Design Group orchestrated the "Global Nest" bedroom suite at the San Francisco Decorator Showcase, drawing on her travels through Southeast Asia, New Zealand, Australia, and Mexico. Here, she selected a rich earthy plaster from Sherwin Williams for the walls, then adding lighting and art that nods to the moon, including Hennepin Made lamps and works from Dolby Chadwick Gallery. 
To craft the dreamy main bath, designer Lauren Berry chose beautiful lighting from Apparatus and gorgeous materials from Artistic Tile, Da Vinci Marble, and Anaya Stone and Tile.
A vibrant space in the San Francisco Decorator Showcase by John Anderson of JKA Design reflected its theme of “Way Out West: A Technicolor Time-Out” through a selection of technicolor artworks and expressive textiles.
For her “Moroccan Mirage” dining room, designer Julie Rootes covered a custom bench in a Pierre Frey then drew on a range of sumptuous textiles by Sandra Jordan, Sean Leffers, and Robert Kime. A Jiun Ho dining table, Jonathan Browning sconces from De Sousa Hughes, and a Paul Ferrante chandelier add to the magical effect.
Creating an imaginative suite for a teenage daughter, Ansley Majit of Bay Area studio L+P Interiors wrapped the room in a wall covering from Scion, then surrounded the bed dressed in Serena & Lily linens with creative accents sourced from 1st Dibs, Coup D'Etat, In Common With, and more.
Maximizing the intimate outdoor area, Katharine Webster installed flagstone paving and Creme de Provence limestone that surrounds the circular stair that culminates in a secluded seating area formed using a bespoke table of reclaimed stone surrounded by ceramic stools and a plethora of succulents.
In a family room orchestrated by Kelly Hohla, a Kimberly Denman sofa upholstered in a Fog & Fury felt is joined by artisan made furnishings including a Stefan Bishop cocktail table, Jiun Ho bar cabinet, and Blackman Cruz sconces.
A room designed by Geoffrey De Sousa at the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase.
Katie Monkhouse Interiors was tasked with orchestrating the garden apartment, which features an elegant kitchen defined by its large-scale island surmounted by a custom chandelier by Brightbound; the marble backsplash is complemented with tiles hand-painted by Katherine Verdickt in a botanical motif.
Stylish living room featuring patterned sofa, yellow chairs, round coffee table, large window, and indoor plants.
The “Rock, Paper, Scissors” entry conceived by Jon de la Cruz at the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Show House.
A library conceived by Kathleen Navarra of Navarra Design inside the 2025 San Francisco Decorator Showcase.
Kendra Nash of Nash Design Group orchestrated the "Global Nest" bedroom suite at the San Francisco Decorator Showcase, drawing on her travels through Southeast Asia, New Zealand, Australia, and Mexico. Here, she selected a rich earthy plaster from Sherwin Williams for the walls, then adding lighting and art that nods to the moon, including Hennepin Made lamps and works from Dolby Chadwick Gallery. 
To craft the dreamy main bath, designer Lauren Berry chose beautiful lighting from Apparatus and gorgeous materials from Artistic Tile, Da Vinci Marble, and Anaya Stone and Tile.
A vibrant space in the San Francisco Decorator Showcase by John Anderson of JKA Design reflected its theme of “Way Out West: A Technicolor Time-Out” through a selection of technicolor artworks and expressive textiles.
For her “Moroccan Mirage” dining room, designer Julie Rootes covered a custom bench in a Pierre Frey then drew on a range of sumptuous textiles by Sandra Jordan, Sean Leffers, and Robert Kime. A Jiun Ho dining table, Jonathan Browning sconces from De Sousa Hughes, and a Paul Ferrante chandelier add to the magical effect.
Creating an imaginative suite for a teenage daughter, Ansley Majit of Bay Area studio L+P Interiors wrapped the room in a wall covering from Scion, then surrounded the bed dressed in Serena & Lily linens with creative accents sourced from 1st Dibs, Coup D'Etat, In Common With, and more.
Maximizing the intimate outdoor area, Katharine Webster installed flagstone paving and Creme de Provence limestone that surrounds the circular stair that culminates in a secluded seating area formed using a bespoke table of reclaimed stone surrounded by ceramic stools and a plethora of succulents.