New York is the great city of tendencies and there’s a lot to talk about as far as design stores is concerned.
New Yorkers know how to decorate despite the small spaces and the high rents.
When the time has come to upgrade from the fragile and cheap Ikea couches and lamps, they head to stores like Mondo Collection, BoConcept or GlobalTrade.
Let’s see the 5 great design stores in NYC, for great design pieces.
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DDC
ddc is the leading source of contemporary furniture design. They can offer an exceptional variety of home and contract furniture, lighting and accessories, ranging in style from classic modern to the most cutting edge designs in their showrooms.
Store location: 136 Madison Ave, NY 10016
DROOG
Dutch design collective, Droog, has an NYC outlet that includes a gallery of designs that are available for purchase alongside their innovative interiors.
The Lucky Cat, a pinball machine where you can win nothing but good luck. As the balls interact with the cats, each one having its own chime, you become the conductor of the lucky cat orchestra.
Store location: 76 Greene Street, NY 10012
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FUTURE PERFECT
The Future Perfect was born from the desire to showcase the newest and best in decorative arts and design. An eclectic Brooklyn favorite with larger light fixtures, bookcases and shelving as well as funky throw pillows and accessories.
Store location: 55 Great Jones Street (between Bowery & Lafayette, NY 10012
MATTER
Are you are looking for an original addition to your home that is cool and restrained but not stuffy? Then check out Matter, which is full of modern furnishings from designers like Established & Sons.
Store location: 405 Broome Street, NY 10013
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ABC CARPET & HOME
The epic ABC Carpet & Home is an emporium of carpets, furniture, lighting and more. Spend all day and grab a bite at ABC Kitchen recently opened by Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
Store location: 888 Broadway, NY 10003
Have you visited any of these luxurious showrooms? Leave your impressions in the comments section ;D