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Best Design Shops

By Food & Wine Updated June 16, 2016
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Small and hyperselective, these new shops source the best artisnal finds for the home.
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The Commons, Charleston

The Commons, Charleston
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The focus is on American-made goods, especially from the South, like handblown glassware from StarWorks in Star, North Carolina. From $62; the-commons.us.

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Formerly Yes, Los Angeles

Formerly Yes, Los Angeles
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Spending time on a sailboat helped the owners perfect their pared-down aesthetic. The stacking oak trays here are from Japan. From $16, formerlyyes.com.

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Kettle & Brine, Austin

Kettle & Brine, Austin
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In this gallery-like space, copper pans from Mauviel in France mix with Texan ceramics and knives. kettleandbrine.com.

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Métier Cook's Supply, Austin

Métier Cook's Supply, Austin
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Métier sells new and vintage finds and also restores cast-iron pans and sharpens knives. The owners, who operate the small restaurant next door, host workshops here on everything from cocktails to pie making. metieraustin.com.

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Meta44, Millerton, NY

Meta44, Millerton, NY
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This shop sells modern furniture designed by co-owner John Allee and organic-shaped ceramics from DBO Home and Bay Area artists. meta44.com.

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Montrose, Houston

Montrose, Houston
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This store’s relaxed, minimalist style is clear in its selection of clothes, art and monochromatic housewares. montroseshop.com.

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Marine Area 7, Seattle

Marine Area 7, Seattle
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Food photographer Jim Henkens has amassed an impressive collection of props. Now he’s selling many of those vintage pieces along with new ones. marinearea7.com.

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