Liana LeahyNew York City is one of the greatest places in the world. For us designers, it’s a paradise. In this vast metropolis, where can you find inspirations for interior decor? Here are 10 places I picked out for fellow explorers. Put on your sandals and let’s go! :]
Every weekend from 9 AM to 5 PM. From vintage clothing to rustic home decor, this market is awesome for inspiration! Prices vary, but are generally accessible to the public.
Location: West 39th Street & 9th Avenue
By Subway: Take the A,C or E line to 42nd Street/Times Square stop (on 8th Avenue) or take the 1,2 or 3 line to 42nd Street/Times Square stop (on 7th Avenue).
Price: $$
2. GreenFlea
The market is open to shoppers every Sunday from 10 AM to 5:30 PM. It is located on Columbus Avenue between W. 76th and W. 77th on the Upper West Side.
Location: 77th Street and Columbus, New York, NY 10024
By Subway: Take the 7th Ave. local subway (#1) to 79th St. Station. Proceed east on 79th St. to Columbus Ave. 2 long blocks. Turn left onto Columbus Ave. and continue to 77th St. (2 short blocks).
Price: $$
3. Chinatown
The Chinatown in NYC is the biggest Chinatown in the U.S. 🙂 Though not as polished as other Chinatowns (the heavily gentrified Washington, DC one comes to mind), it has a very old-era New York feel to it. Here you’ll find interesting colors, food, herbs and much more! Come now because in 10-20 years, this Chinatown may follow the same path as the one in DC. Trivia: the Chinese community has long left the DC Chinatown, settling down in nearby suburbs like North Potomac and Rockville in Maryland.
By Subway: Take the A, C, E, R, Q, N, or J to Canal Street Station.
Price: $
A place to find cool and super cheap furniture, kitchens, appliances, sofas, beds, mattresses, tables, chairs, decorations and random stuff. If your singular concern is price, you won’t find a store cheaper than IKEA, though you have to provide your own shipping (otherwise, prices become comparable with other stores).
How to get there? Click here
Price: $
5. BoConcept
BoConcept is a high-end Danish designer and manufacturer of modern design furniture, with an emphasis on fashion and functionality. Their designs are modern and organic.
Locations in NYC:
Chelsea: 144 West 18th Street (Between 6th & 7th Avenue) New York, NY 10011
SoHo: 69 Greene Street (Between Spring Street and Broome Street) New York, NY 10012
Upper East Side: 220 East 57th Street (Between 2nd and 3rd Avenues) New York, NY 10022
Price: $$$$
6. Roche-Bobois
Showroom of the French modern furniture store. Super awesome! Given the astronomical prices, we suggest it as a showroom simply to draw inspiration – find some products you like and purchase similarly styled items at other stores.
Location: 200 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016
Price: $$$$$
7. Brooklyn Art
Location: Various
Street Art of New York Tours by Foot
Price: Free More info: Click Here
8. Alessi
Italian Design Factory specialized in modern kitchen utensils
Location: Click here to see all locations in NYC
Price: $$
Rooftops are also inspiring. The breathtaking views, architecture and details give us inspiration for every occasion!
Price: $$$
In this building, you will find lots of showrooms of different designers and architects. In order to visit, an appointment is needed. A large number of design firms have showrooms here, so you can literally spend entire days exploring all the floors.
Location: 200 Lexington Avenue between 32nd and 33rd Streets
Price: Free
Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM
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