Those in the know claim that the Black Sea Gallery is where "design, function, and sophistication come together." Here you'll find vases, clocks, hutches, and buffets. The gallery also carries a wide range of imported furniture, including wardrobes, bedside tables, and chests.

LOS GATOS. This Santa Cruz Avenue gallery in nearby Los Gatos is a great place to find reasonably-priced modern art, crafts and studio furniture. Many talented artists are featured in gallery events. In addition, the gallery creates unique collaborations between business and the arts providing a consulting service for corporate art collectors in the healthcare, hotel, interior design, real estate and financial industries.

LOS GATOS. Some of the San Jose area's best pottery can be found southwest of downtown at Trent Pottery and Tile. Trent Thompson, a master potter, specializes in stonework and porcelain. From kitchen and bath tiles to goblets, vases and plates, Trent's work is at once distinctive and classy.

LOS GATOS. This eclectic Santa Cruz Avenue gallery specializes in natural-looking arts and crafts. This is the place to find unique housewares, candles, frames, wool rugs and hand-carved boxes, all of which are designed by local craftspeople.