USA / California / San Francisco / The gold standard / 2012 / Gilt Studio / Peter Werkhoven runs this exquisite, Laurel-Heights studio where he gilds an assortment of contemporary and antique items. From intricate, Roccoco-style 18th century frames for the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam to distressed golden mirrors for local clients, everything this artisan touches literally turns to gold. With the light pouring in throughout the busy shop, and reflecting off all the warm yellow gold tones, this is a remarkable place where one gets to speak with a true master of his craft. © Leela Cyd Ross / Anzenberger