Hudson

Some people, we want to raid their closets; others, their kitchens. If Hudson owner Jill Goldberg's home is anything like her domestic-décor mecca, though, we'd make off with the whole darn thing. From floor to ceiling her South End shop (there's another in Wellesley) is stuffed with big-ticket gorgeousness like brindle cowhide rugs and artsy chandeliers, as well as smaller accents with outsize personality, such as plates decoupaged with old French pharmacy labels. And in contrast with most other high-end home-design spots, there's zero attitude here. Note: When we say "zero," we mean well-mannered dogs are allowed inside. RUNNERS-UP: Louis Boston, Portobello Road LAST YEAR: Louis Boston