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‘It’s an art form’

Leather shop known for innovation, craftsmanship By NIKKI COLLISTER At West Coast Leather, style takes center stage. Located in the heart of Cow Hollow at 2060 Union Street, the specialty clothing shop is equal parts boutique and museum. Inside, shoppers browse racks of stylish leather jackets, vests and dresses while surrounded by a curated display…

Neighbors oppose Nordstrom on Fillmore

STREET TALK | CYNTHIA TRAINA Nordstrom Local is facing new opposition to its bid to lease the long-vacant space at 1919 Fillmore Street formerly occupied by Minted. The Pacific Heights Residents Association has voted to oppose the store, citing increased traffic and parking concerns on an already congested block. “What the Upper Fillmore needs,” said…

In one month, only one home sold

REAL ESTATE | CYNTHIA TRAINA Where have all the single-family home sales gone? In February, only one single-family home closed in Pacific Heights, Lower Pacific Heights, Presidio Heights or Cow Hollow. The 1,763-square-foot Victorian home at 1829 Scott Street sold for $2.9 million and set a record per-square-foot price south of California Street at $1,645…