A new vintage homeware shop for high-end goods recently opened in Lower Manhattan. Coinciding with the start of NYCxDesign, the brick-and-mortar establishment is run by Galerie Was—a business that is "driven by a mission to make rare, vintage furniture, art and objects more accessible." This market category continues to grow as contemporary consumers seek unique and artistic touches that they can incorporate into their homes. Visits to the vintage homeware shop are currently by appointment only.
To mark the opening of its storefront, Galerie Was released a capsule of designer homeware in earthy tones. Within the brick-and-mortar establishment, vintage pieces designed by Charlotte Perriand and Le Corbusier are presented side-by-side with contemporary counterparts by Nancy Kwon, Oda and King, and so on
Vintage Homeware Shops
Galerie Was Opens a Brick-and-mortar Shop in Lower Manhattan
Trend Themes
1. Vintage Homeware - The growing demand for unique and artistic homeware pieces presents an opportunity for companies to offer curated collections of vintage and modern designs.
2. Brick-and-mortar Retail - Despite the rise of online shopping, the opening of a new physical location for Galerie Was highlight the potential for a hybrid approach that incorporates both e-commerce and in-person shopping experiences.
3. High-end Capsule Collections - Releasing exclusive collections with designer home decor can attract customers looking for one-of-a-kind pieces and can generate buzz for vintage homeware shops.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - The opening of a new vintage homeware shop highlights the potential for retail companies to offer curated collections of unique homeware pieces to meet the growing demand for individualistic pieces among consumers.
2. Design - The juxtaposition of vintage pieces with contemporary counterparts within Galerie Was presents an innovative way for furniture designers to showcase their work in a more accessible setting and attract customers interested in both vintage and modern design.
3. E-commerce - While the vintage homeware shop is currently by appointment only, adding an e-commerce platform can open up the business to a wider range of customers and tap into the growing market for online retail experiences.