http://www.casasugar.com Home sweet home. en http://www.casasugar.com/2541427 <a href="http://www.casasugar.com/2541427"><img width=160 height=120 src='http://media.onsugar.com/files/upl1/6/61259/48_2008/37d3401a106362c4_-6.large.jpg'></div></a> <div class='gallery_thumbnail'> <a href='/2541427'></a> </div> It only makes sense that Oakland, CA, artist <a href="http://www.victoriaskirpa.com/">Victoria Skirpa</a> makes stunning sculptures and covetable jewelry from her one-bedroom apartment overlooking Lake Merritt. After all, the lake is known as "the jewel of Oakland," and Victoria's apartment, location, and beautiful jewelry (she's having a special <a href="http://www.jewelrybythelake.com">invite-only sale this upcoming weekend</a>) are all equally treasurable. When I visited her home, I was literally drooling over her crazy views, as well as her very cool vintage furniture finds, original artwork, and unbelievable closet space (I am incredibly envious of this last item). Since there's so much good stuff to see, we'll take this tour in bite-size pieces, starting with her entry and studio/living room. <div class='call_to_action'> <!-- gallery teaser --><a href="/2541427?page=0,0,0">View Slideshow ›</a><!-- /gallery teaser --> </div> <hr class=space> http://www.casasugar.com/2541427#comment apartments oakland coveted crib artist studio victoria skirpa deco apartment buildling Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:00:40 -0800 CasaSugar http://www.casasugar.com/2541427