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A rtefact Home & Garden Pause for a moment to take in the converted 1930s car showroom that houses Maureen and Sue Walsh's collection of artful furniture, tableware, and garden accessories. Inside you'll find luxe products from established designers, such as the Stella chair by Verellen, as well as up-and- coming artisans like Alison Evans Ceramics. 1000 Pleasant St., Belmont, 617-993-3347; artefacthome.com Casa This SoWa showroom is a sleek bazaar of exclusive and limited-edition pieces from emerging international designers, including Vittorio Bonacina and Ceccotti Collezioni. Looking for something you won't find in every home? Casa's carefully curated collection of sustain- able modern furnishings should do the trick. 460 Harrison Ave., 617-654- 2974; casadesignboston.com Dover Rug & Home Originally located in Natick, Dover Rug & Home now has an outpost in the Back Bay, too, where an extensive collection of hand-knotted rugs and carpeting in both contemporary and tradi- tional styles is on display. The trend in rugs this year? Neutral blues, grays, and beiges, oh my. 721 Worcester Road, Natick, 508-651-3500; 390 Stuart St., 617-266-3600; doverrug.com K ate and Theo Home The ever-stylish Kate McCusker is proprietor of this chic boutique. McCusker, who also runs the interior design firm Theodore & Company with her mother, stocks her bilevel store with custom furniture designed for city living as well as must-have accessories, like Bib and Sola's colorful glassware. Items such as slipper chairs and armless banquets are meant to be multifunctional, ref lecting McCusker's knowledge of and love for life in Boston. 96 Charles St., 617-227-1915; kateandtheohome.com Michelle Willey Owner Michelle Willey has a keen eye for color, texture, and whatever looks utterly fabulous. Her home boutique stocks classic pieces that are perfect for everyday use while also having quality you'll want to pass down to the next generation. Look for Objects of Desire Spring juSt happenS to be the beSt excuSe to pick up a new piece or two at theSe home boutiqueS. by brigitte carreiro InsIde Job Sue Walsh of Artefact gives us her essentials for home décor this season. What do you see as the "haute" trends for spring? we think that the fashion industry–led trend of layering is especially cool. Sophisticated layering with color, textiles, plants, woods, hard and soft surfaces, and shapes provides a richness and visual texture. How can accessories change the feel of a room? Stylish accessories are a connection to a person's adventures, inspirations, and lifestyle—they have meaning. a reflection of personal style is what makes an accessory stylish. in turn, these pieces breathe personality and life into a space. What is the one piece every home needs? a perfect—and comfortable—chair or sofa paired with an extraordinary light. these two pieces create a place to relax, converse, laugh, and lounge. A trip to Kate and Theo Home is like visiting your most stylish friend, who lets you take whatever you want. Tibetan pillows, Belgian linen, and one-of-a-kind French porcelain. 8 Union Park St., 617-424- 6700; michellewilley.com Mohr & McPherson You don't have to get on a plane to find antiques from India, China, and beyond. Mohr & McPherson has done the legwork for you in sourcing its one-of-a-kind items, such as an inlaid folding screen, delicate lotus wall panels, handmade rugs, and a nearly five-foot-tall Buddha statue. Mohr & McPherson will open a second location in June, expanding to a new show- room in Watertown. 460 Harrison Ave., 617-210- 7900; mohr-mcpherson.com Pine Straw Savvy suburbanites depend on the sharp curatorial eye of Tracy Cranley, whose love of shopping and entertaining inspires her collection at Pine Straw. We admire her expert ability to mix and match items—like hand- crafted ceramics by Sugarboo Designs and evocative candles from Lafco. 466 Washington St., Wellesley, 781-235-1844; pinestrawshopwellesley.com Waterhouse Amber Waterhouse has an artist's intuition when it comes to color, perspective, and what "pops." Her boutique showcases a collection of artwork (her own and that of nine other women) and antiques, such as porcelain vases and heirloom-worthy platters. Expect an ever-changing variety of vintage-feeling pieces, including glassware, silver, rugs, and furniture. 106 North St., Hingham, 781-749-0173; water housedecor.com BC 128 bostoncommon-magazine.com the guIde Acquire