Business Details
30 Years
experience
Custom Cabinet Solutions for San Francisco Homes
SJ Sallinger has been transforming San Francisco homes since 1996, specializing in custom cabinetry for historical and contemporary spaces. Our full-service approach ensures seamless project management from concept to completion, with owner Scott Sallinger serving as your single point of contact. We prioritize quality materials like furniture-grade plywood and solid wood, paired with durable finishes that withstand decades of use. Our expertise extends beyond cabinetry to the Home Life Design method, helping clients optimize space, reduce clutter, and create environments aligned with their evolving needs.With over 30 years of experience, we combine craftsmanship with personalized service to deliver solutions that enhance both functionality and aesthetics. Our commitment to transparency includes fixed pricing with no hidden costs, and our portfolio demonstrates mastery in solving complex spatial challenges in San Francisco's unique architectural landscape.
Services
Custom Built-in Cabinets
Home Office Systems
Fireplace Shelving
Bookshelf Installations
Home Life Design Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of San Francisco-specific cabinetry expertise
- Full-service design-to-installation process with one contract
- Owner-managed projects ensure personalized attention
- Uses furniture-grade plywood and solid wood construction
- Developed proprietary Home Life Design methodology
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Creative problem-solving
Reliable and professional
Transformed awkward spaces
Durable quality construction
Services
Custom Built-in Cabinets
Our custom cabinets transform underutilized spaces with precision-engineered solutions. Using furniture-grade plywood and solid wood construction, we create seamless installations that complement architectural details while maximizing functionality. Each piece undergoes rigorous quality checks during our 6-8 week fabrication process, ensuring perfect fit and lasting durability for San Francisco's unique homes.
Home Office Systems
Tailored home office solutions feature integrated storage, adjustable shelving, and tech-friendly elements like wire management systems. We optimize layouts for productivity while maintaining aesthetic harmony with your home's character. Our process includes 3D design visualization and on-site adjustments to ensure perfect adaptation to your working style and spatial constraints.
Fireplace Shelving
Specially designed fireplace cabinetry balances visual appeal with practical storage. We create built-in shelving that enhances architectural features while providing functional display and storage space. Our solutions address San Francisco's historic home challenges, incorporating period-appropriate moldings and space-saving designs that maintain structural integrity.
People
Scott J Sallinger
Owner/Designer
With over 30 years in San Francisco cabinetry, Scott combines master craftsmanship with psychological insights to create functional spaces. He developed the Home Life Design method after studying psychology and leading personal development workshops, bringing holistic understanding to each project.
Questions
What makes SJ Sallinger's cabinets different from modular systems?
Our custom-built cabinets use furniture-grade materials and solid wood construction designed specifically for your space, unlike modular systems with fixed dimensions that compromise fit and durability.
How long does a typical cabinetry project take?
Full projects from design to installation typically take 6-8 weeks, with 3D design revisions included, compared to 4-6 months when coordinating separate professionals.
Do you work with historic homes?
Yes, we specialize in San Francisco's historical architecture, preserving character while updating functionality with period-appropriate moldings and space-saving solutions.
What's included in your full-service offering?
We handle everything from initial consultation and 3D design to fabrication, painting, and installation with one fixed-price contract and no hidden costs.
How do you ensure quality results?
We use premium materials, conduct multiple quality checks during fabrication, and perform on-site adjustments to ensure perfect fit and long-term durability.
Reviews (5)
T. B.
Sep 16, 2021
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Had best experience with Scott and his team with our bookshelves. I had a good idea of what I wanted and had session with Scott where we bounced ideas around. I got two other quotes but went with Scott because of his great attitude and thoughtful suggestions on price he was very reasonable and consistent with our other quotes, and after seeing finished product it was more than worth the money. We put the bookshelves in our dining room and I wanted there to be an incognito desk so I could turn the dining room into my office during the day. He had really helpful suggestions and has an intuition
Summer H.
Jan 13, 2020
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We had a very complicated project to build a media center with a fireplace in a space with an existing wet bar of a historic house. I contacted so many different contractors but nobody could come up with a plan that would work for that space. Then I found Scott who was so knowledgeable and came up with a beautiful plan for this space. He was super professional and completed the project as scheduled.
The final project was so beautiful and became the highlight of our house. He was even able to accommodate our request to add Edwardian details to the fireplace mantle. We highly recommend Scott Sallinger
The final project was so beautiful and became the highlight of our house. He was even able to accommodate our request to add Edwardian details to the fireplace mantle. We highly recommend Scott Sallinger
Sara A.
Nov 30, 2019
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Hiring Scott was one of the best house decisions we've made. We wanted built-in bookcases and shelving to surround the fireplace in our sparse living room, and Scott worked with us to design exactly what we needed. He was extremely patient with and responsive to our feedback, and ultimately transformed a room that we never used, into the room we now spend the most time in. The work is beautiful and was completed quickly. We'll hire him again. Thanks Scott!
Una W.
Aug 25, 2018
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Scott made my vision come true. Absolutely stunning . I had some friends over for dinner not so long ago, and someone commented on how my aquarium was a different kind of wood than all my other furniture. It planted a seed and every time I entered my living room, I noticed all the different textures and shades of wood I had going on. I wanted something to house all of my furniture and have a cohesive look. I did a sketch one evening that held all elements of my wooden furniture: My electric fireplace, a kind of orange pine, my aquarium, a pale blond stain, my mahogony humongous China cabinet
Thomas Simpson
Aug 10, 2018
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If you're looking for one-stop shopping for cabinet design, you'll be fortunate to choose Scott Sallinger for your needs. He's a gifted, experienced veteran of the trade, who provides personalized solutions customized to your needs and the location. He's collaborative and thoughtful. He'll be with you from the beginning to the end of the project and won't leave any loose ends. The work is impeccable and professional. Everyone loves the results in my case where we converted a bedroom into a personal library. Thanks Scott.
