Organic Mutant » Around town: San Diego, California

Published by xtina

Jul 30

Opening the door to Urban Seed & Flower is a little like opening the lid to a treasure chest except it’s as big as a house and full of magic. Owners Maurice and Michael, highly respected landscape architects, have filled this beautifully renovated building with wondrous objects from their trips throughout Europe and across the US. The store is filled with beautiful vignettes, each revealing a small history that creates a gracious mood. Ask questions when you’re here as both Michael and Maurice are great story tellers and their anecdotes magnify the beauty and glamour of their offerings. They carry a wide assortment of unique objects and decorative accents, including furniture, lamps, glass items, jewelry for self and home, candles and more. They have a knack for finding small, independent artisans who lovingly produce exquisite pieces that delight discriminating shoppers. The building has two charming gardens that are beautifully designed spaces where each object inspires and transports the visitor. I plan on spending many more afternoons in their atelier, absorbing the beauty and love as manifested in this delightful shop by this remarkable couple. More pictures.