Bernard Maybeck’s side chair for the Schneider House (known as “Semper Virens”) in Berkeley, CA, exemplifies the profound synthesis between craftsmanship, design, and environmental consciousness that characterizes the Arts and Crafts movement, particularly in the San Francisco Bay Area. Berkeley was an epicenter of this movement, and various extant architectural and design projects reflect the Arts and Crafts approach to integrating art, design, and living in harmony with nature. Maybeck’s work, including this side chair, underscores this ethos by blending natural materials and forms with exceptional craftsmanship, thereby fostering a deeper connection between domestic life and the natural world. The choice of materials, design philosophy, and construction methods were all imbued with a respect for nature, mirroring the Bay Area’s broader history of environmentalism and sustainable living, as well as the ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and innovative design solutions that characterize regional design today.