Urban Mercantile

Two city favorites merge under one roof to form this eclectic shop of gifts for the home.

by Gina Goff at Citysearch

In Short
Located in the heart of Cole Valley, this dual store stocks an array of quirky housewares procured from both local artists and small manufacturers from around the globe. The inventory mixes retro pieces, like rural canteen tables and British toast racks, with modern touches, including a wine rack made of industrial tubing. Luxurious table and bed linens, artful ceramic vases and novelties -- like egg-shaped soaps and books about fairies -- also scatter the shelves.