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July 14, 2009
Furniture Stores in Brooklyn?
Any spots you recommend? I need a dining room table and sideboard and dont see anything I like at the big box stores. Are there any Brooklyn furniture shops (new and used) that you like?
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If you like Danish mid-century stuff, there is a place on Jay St (I think), right by the water in Dumbo that has a huge collection of beautiful furniture. Not cheap, though.
Posted by: mshook at July 14, 2009 11:47 AM
Not in Brooklyn, but I fully endorse Room and Board's products. They are probably the best of the larger manufacturers: quality construction, solid woods and plys and generally fairly timeless designs. You can see everything in their SoHo showroom then order it to be delivered.
Like my grandfather always said, I'm not rich enough to buy it twice. Buy something that will last.
Posted by: houseowax at July 14, 2009 11:50 AM
Have you tried Gothic Cabinets? If not, check out their website (http://www.gothiccabinetcraft.com/). They have a store located on Flatbush Avenue & Avenue P.
Posted by: Miss Breukelen at July 14, 2009 12:18 PM
there's the Doorstore on Atlantic that also has a surprisingly decent clearance section downstairs. It's middle-of-the-road quality. Probably better than IKEA, etc. I was surprised when I went in there that they had anything I liked, though it's pretty neutral design-wise. I rarely buy new though, being a Craig's List devotee.
Posted by: herkimermaid at July 14, 2009 12:36 PM
I got my dining room table and chairs at Golden Oldies, in Flushing, Queens. It's the largest antique store I've ever seen. Not cheap, but a vast selection.
Posted by: Bob Marvin at July 14, 2009 1:07 PM
Brooklyn Farm Table has been a long-time Brownstoner advertiser:
http://www.brooklynfarmtable.com/products/
I definitely fall in the vintage/antique furniture category, but if buying new,
two Tribeca showrooms you might want to visit, right next door to each other:
http://www.pompy.com/showrooms/tribeca/
http://www.dwr.com/category/find-a-studio/tribeca.do
Posted by: vinca at July 14, 2009 1:19 PM
We have a dining room extension table/6 chairs set that we would like to sell. It's by Pottery Barn and is from the Conrad Collection. We purchased it back in 2007 and love it, but it won't fit in our new space. The entire set cost us $3200 and we were hoping to sell it for $2000 since it's in great condition, but we would definitely entertain other offers. Please let me know if you would like me to send you pictures.
Posted by: bkoriginal at July 14, 2009 2:28 PM
Check out FIND on 9th Street just across from Lowes.
Posted by: Colonel at July 14, 2009 2:33 PM
Two Jakes in Williamsburg ... http://www.twojakes.com/
Posted by: josh59x at July 14, 2009 2:36 PM
Second Vinca on pompy, if you're there check out Scott Jordan close by. Then you can go to EJ Audi and see the Stickley line if you like Mission stuff. stickley.com
Posted by: denton at July 14, 2009 2:58 PM
Re The Door Store mentioned above: I live close to that branch (and, indeed, have shopped there with great satisfaction) and was very surprised to walk by it the other night and notice it was empty, with a sign that read, "This Location Closed".
Posted by: johnife at July 14, 2009 3:15 PM
+1 on FIND. Great spot.
Posted by: KHuebbe at July 14, 2009 3:15 PM
i like homecourt on court st.
Posted by: slick at July 14, 2009 3:19 PM
Not cheap, but they do beautiful custom work and will work with you to make something specific for your space - plus, local Brooklyn business!
www.wudfurniture.com
Posted by: gardenenvy at July 14, 2009 3:27 PM
Brooklyn store / Brooklyn made.
There are several in WillyB, Dumbo and Heights. Not necessarily Brooklyn native store like Wonk - but you can good stuff. Bo Concept, A-G Merch, The Future Perfect, etc.
There are also boutique styles stores.
I like DeLaEspada in SoHo.
Posted by: crimsonson at July 14, 2009 3:46 PM
If you're interested in used/vintage, try the antique stores on Atlantic Avenue. There are several and some specialize in certain periods. Horseman's Antiques right near Hoyt is juge with several floors. The smaller ones are worth checking out also.
Posted by: coppermaven at July 14, 2009 3:52 PM
Nova Zembla on Atlantic Ave is great for quirky and unique but fairly high-quality stuff.
Posted by: alsawo at July 14, 2009 4:01 PM
Nova Zembla sucks. Bought a custom made piece from them. It was delivered damaged. A big chunk came out from one of the legs. The owner would not give a discount. He's a stupid man. Zero idea how to treat customers and a complete moron. Buyer beware.
Posted by: Yllebdael at July 14, 2009 4:15 PM
Sorry, I just realized I posted this on the Open Thread by mistake:
Nova Zembla on Atlantic & Henry has nice furniture, and I believe they're having a Summer Sale now, on top of their year-long Recession Sale.
Also, Housing Works on Montague in Brooklyn Heights often has really nice used furniture. It's catch as catch can, but it's amazing the caliber of furniture people donate.
Posted by: CarrollGardened at July 14, 2009 4:30 PM
I second Horseman's and Housing Works (actually the one on the Upper East Side is very good). Or Pennsylvania.
If money is no object, there's 1stdibs.com
Posted by: mopar at July 14, 2009 4:36 PM
I'd also recommend you swing by a used furniture place on 5th Avenue around 14th or 15th streets. It's all traditional pieces but they're refurbished and in fairly good condition. I've seen some great things there and I'm guessing they'll negotiate, since I rarely see people there. Timeless Treasures, I think it is.
You could also try Olde Goode Things, on 24th street in Chelsea. They have a website you can check out in advance.
Also, if you're willing to spend, try Rico on Atlantic. It's all fairly modern, but last I checked they can order you anything from the Mitchell Gold line. Also, in the 'willing to spend' category, there's a Grange warehouse sale in Secaucus once or twice a year; they sell high-end, beautiful (traditional French) pieces. If you call the main store on 200 Lexington, they can probably get you on a list or tell you the date of the next sale.
Posted by: South Sloper at July 14, 2009 7:50 PM
Try Sterling Place on Atlantic, near Hoyt.
Unique pieces, sturdy, well-made. Sometimes antique pieces. The style is farmhouse or rustic, as opposed to modern. All at pretty reasonable prices. We have gotten a few things from there, and have been really happy with them. Everytime we near downtown Brooklyn, my wife wants to make a stop.
Posted by: theandrewlee at July 14, 2009 8:09 PM
Don't laugh but i just got a perfect dining table, chairs and sideboard from Overstock.com. I had been looking for months for the price, style and size I needed and wanted to see a huge selection so went online. Couldnt believe I spent thousands based on just a photo, but it worked out well - i love it and the delivery was easy.
Posted by: dokas at July 14, 2009 10:36 PM
i second sterling place -- it's my favorite shop on atlantic. they also have a location on 7th ave in south slope if i remember correctly, but i haven't been there.
housing works on montague has also been amazing for us... we found the most gorgeous old pine farm table for $200 and have seen so many treasures there.
haystack on clinton around joralemon is a beautiful little shop. they have the sweetest small loveseat in the window that i wish i could find a place for -- i've been staring at it for months. they have some upholstered pieces, side tables, etc. not a big store but worth a look if you're in the area.
for decorative accessories (not furniture, i know, but related) try abitare on henry between atlantic and state. nice little shop.
Posted by: duckumu at July 15, 2009 10:32 AM
Rico on Atlantic is good for modern. They carry Maria Yee and some other interesting lines including DeLaEspada's lower priced line. Moon River Chattel in W'burg always has fun stuff -- their style is recycled/antique/industrial. Future Perfect has great decorative items but not much real furniture (at least not at real-world prices). Fabrica on Vanderbilt has a good but small selection of mid-century modern. Of the chains, I like CB2 best. And there are infact deals to be had on 1stDibs -- easy to search by price and location. Horseman on Atlantic is a little scarey -- don't bring bed bugs home is all I'll say!
Posted by: grand army at July 15, 2009 6:33 PM
I third Find on 9th street. Amazing stuff.
Posted by: boofer at July 15, 2009 10:38 PM
I think FInd is great as well. Worth noting is that they were 20% off everything last month and yesterday it was 30% off. So while the original prices didn't keep them on our short list, now we're reconsidering some things.
Posted by: jland at August 19, 2009 10:17 AM
I'm surprised no one has mentioned Baxter & Liebchen [http://www.baxterliebchen.com]in DUMBO. Great mid-century [Danish primarily] furniture at not exactly cheap but reasonable prices. Unfortunately, the ABC Carpet store [also in DUMBO] is defunct!! There's a DWR on Montague in the Heights though I don't quite know "who's reach the designs are within"!! Haven't been on Atlantic for awhile but there "used to be" quite a few antique shops btwn 4th Ave. & Court Street. There's IKEA, of course. Also worth a mention are the Ft. Greene flea market @ Lafayette & Vanderbilt [on Saturdays] and the Brooklyn Flea Market under the Brooklyn Bridge [on Sundays].
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Posted by: wagenfeld01lampe at September 12, 2009 4:32 AM
Yllebdael said: "Nova Zembla sucks. Bought a custom made piece from them. It was delivered damaged. A big chunk came out from one of the legs. The owner would not give a discount. He's a stupid man. Zero idea how to treat customers and a complete moron. Buyer beware."
I went to Nova Zembla for the first time as a result of this thread and am compelled to offset this. We saw great stuff, bought several right then and there, special ordered another (with legs moved to accommodate our vents) and had a first class experience. Delivery (that day) was inexpensive, especially considering it was three large HEAVY rosewood pieces up three flights, and done with extreme care and professionalism. Everything is high quality but not expensive. We are thrilled to have been able to get so much stuff made for urban spaces rather than suburban houses. We spent an inordinate amount of time in the store making decisions and were treated extremely well the entire time. I especially appreciated that the owner gave us all information and zero sales shtick. I know that if we hit an issue he'll deal with it to our satisfaction. I've hit countless furniture places this month and the only two that spoke to me were Sterling Place and Nova Zembla.
I will return and recommend highly.
Posted by: jland at September 19, 2009 10:45 PM
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