Happy Friday + Link-o-rama

It's been awhile since I've done a Happy Friday post, mostly because I've been so busy. But I have some exciting news that I couldn't wait to share. I finally hired an intern, her name is Nicole and she starts in a couple weeks, which I'm beyond excited for! 

Since I posted about hiring someone a few weeks ago I've been so impressed and honestly humbled by the response, it was a really hard decision to make because there are some seriously awesome candidates out there! So thank you, all of you who applied, for inspiring me and liking Conundrum enough to want to work here.

I'm sure you will start learning more about Nicole in the coming weeks, but for now check out the newest Design Conundrum team member on her instagram, pinterest and blog.

Now I will leave you for the weekend with a few of my favorite reads this week. (links below image)

image via Nicole Lee's instagram

1. Did you guys hear that Victoria of Sf Girl by Bay has her own App now?! All her favorite shopping picks in San Francisco are now on your phone! It's my new favorite guide to the city.
2. I need to try this perfect summery, grilled asparagus recipe over at Rue Daily.
3. Thanks to Calivintage I'm now obsessed with San Francisco based brand Tradlands.
4. Eva Black has the best summer essentials round-up over on her blog.
5. My dear photographer friend Audre recently came to visit and her blog post chronicling the trip, makes me love living her even more.