Beyond the big commercial chains, there's a treasure trove of independent home stores across America offering thoroughly unique furniture and décor.
We've scoured each US state to uncover the best mom-and-pop homeware shops. Our research collates customer reviews across sites such as Google, Yelp and Facebook with recommendations from experts and industry accolades to arrive at the ultimate list of retailers.
Click or scroll on to discover which independent home store came out on top in your state...
Located in the upscale suburb of Mountain Brook on the outskirts of Birmingham, ALKMY is a home store that celebrates playful design. The Alabama gem's carefully curated space and eclectic stock have caught the eye of discerning homeware lovers across the US, and the store has been recognized in the media both locally and nationally.
ALKMY features an expansive catalog that ranges from accent tables, outdoor furniture and lighting to tabletop accessories, soft furnishings and artwork, available in-store and online.
Channeling the cozy yet streamlined aesthetic of its Arctic neighbors, The Nordic Home is a homage to Scandinavia. Located in Anchorage, Alaska's most populated city, it's a favorite among locals due to its helpful staff and relaxing atmosphere.
The shop is a cocoon of peaceful, neutral hues, natural materials and soft, enveloping textiles, punctuated by houseplants and succulents. There's statement furniture, such as sleek oak dining tables, as well as bedding, kitchenware and cleaning supplies, plus an endearing kids' corner.
A riot of color awaits at Tierra Del Lagarto in Scottsdale, Arizona. Spanning 12,000 square feet (1,115sqm), this impressive showroom offers a treasure trove of furnishings made by artisans from Mexico, India, Morocco, Indonesia and Turkey.
Mother-and-daughter owners Linda and Meg Van Lith source the store's vibrant stock on their overseas travels. The pair are drawn to bold pieces that start conversations and they have a particular fondness for intricate ceramics, teak furniture, handwoven textiles and lanterns.
Founded in 1993 in Little Rock, Cobblestone and Vine has become a local landmark and one of Arkansas's most beloved homeware destinations. The independent brand now has two shops in Little Rock and a third in Bentonville in the northwest of the state.
There's a wide selection of elegant furnishings to choose from in its stores, from feature bedframes and armchairs to glassware and soft furnishings. As well as its retail offering, Cobblestone and Vine is also a full-service design firm, so it can offer bespoke interior services too.
A staple for Angelenos, Big Daddy’s Antiques encompasses a vast warehouse brimming with antiques and reproductions. The beloved store was opened in 1996 by founder Shane Brown and is now an iconic establishment in the city of lights – it's even the go-to place for filmmakers to source set furniture for the big screen.
Alongside opening a second home and garden store, The Well in Santa Barbara, the reach of Big Daddy's Antiques has grown dramatically in recent years thanks to a collaboration with homeware giant Pottery Barn.
The ethos of Denver-based home store Miller Lane Mercantile is anchored in slow, intentional living. Fusing beauty with functionality, its stock of kitchenware, ceramics, soft furnishings, stationery and children's goods encourages an appreciation for the simple things in life.
New York native Calli Swofford opened the shop in 2019 and her carefully curated products are available to purchase both in-store and online.
A member of Architectural Digest's Hall of Fame, Bunny Williams is a big name in the world of American interior design. It makes sense then that 100 Main, the store she opened in 2019 in Falls Village, Connecticut would become something of a mecca for homeware lovers across the nation.
As well as stocking Bunny's own collection, the store showcases the best products crafted by local artisans, from textiles to pottery and furniture. Fans of her traditional-meets-cozy style can pick up pieces to emulate her look or simply soak up the timeless world she's created.
Situated in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, boutique design firm Weeth Home opened a marvelous home décor store in the same coastal city to complement its interior business.
Known fittingly as The Shop at Weeth Home, the store sells a carefully curated selection of textiles and decorative items, including statement vintage pieces. The beautifully designed space has proved a big hit with customers, earning it recognition in the national press.
High-end home and garden store HIVE in Palm Beach is owned by designer Sara McCann, who has expanded the independent brand in recent years to include a trade showroom and a second home furnishings store.
The Palm Beach shop is without doubt the jewel in the crown of McCann's empire. A luxury shopping experience in the heart of the community, HIVE is filled with inspiring room sets that bring to life its collections of furniture, textiles, artwork, lighting and more.
Having opened its doors in 2022, Odd McLean has quickly made a name for itself as Atlanta's eclectic homeware hub. A diverse range of colorful and quirky items line its walls, with many products available for delivery across the US from the brand's website.
In particular, the store specializes in playful tabletop accessories, from candlesticks to patterned crockery, multicolored glassware, pepper mills and charming china. If you're looking to dress your table to the nines, this is the place to go.
Located in the town of Kailua in Honolulu County, Live Beautiful Home channels the textures and hues of island life. The Hawaiian home store is an oasis of calm: crisp whitewashed walls offset artisanal furnishings, sleek kitchenware, neutral textiles and rustic, oversized light fixtures.
The shop's coastal-inspired catalog spans everything from architectural vases, plant pots, super-soft throws and cushions to plant-based cleaning products, candles and incense holders.
Scenic in Boise, Idaho was founded by three interior designers on a mission to create beautiful living spaces that tell a story. The wonderfully immersive store features a handpicked selection of designer home furnishings from around the world, encompassing vintage and custom items as well as new pieces made in the US.
Customers can make use of the handy in-shop professional design service, which offers styling tips and guidance on furnishing entire schemes.
Dubbed "Disneyland for grown-ups", Jayson Home is a vast home furnishings store set in a 100-year-old converted warehouse in Chicago. Over the years, the shop has developed a cult following among interiors fans both locally and nationally.
Inside, the space is a feast for the eyes, with antique and modern furniture arranged to showcase the best of the eclectic accessories on offer. Its stock is sourced from far and wide – the store's buyers travel the world each year to find unique, quality items, as well as developing products in-house.
Framed by lofty ceilings and exposed pipework, Foundry 317 is an industrial-style home store bursting with hidden gems. The Indianapolis-based shop stocks a diverse range of one-of-a-kind furniture, antiques and home décor items. You'll find sculptural accent chairs and velvet sofas, as well as chinoiserie vases, coffee table accessories and eclectic artwork.
An added bonus, Foundry 317 also offers a home staging service for customers looking to prepare their homes for sale.
An Iowa landmark, Design Ranch grew out of a graphic design company of the same name. The store opened to the public in 1998, showcasing iconic home items including Tulip chairs and molded Eames furniture.
Now in a slightly different location in Iowa City, the larger store maintains the same design-focused DNA as its first iteration. If you're looking for innovative furniture created by the most recognizable designers of the past and present, look no further.
Situated in a converted factory, Urban Mining in Kansas City grew from its owners' love of antiques and has expanded to become one of the largest vintage shopping destinations in the area. The female-owned business opens for four days once a month, and its market events are hotly anticipated.
Impressively, fresh inventory is on offer each month. The shop's team handpicks, repurposes and renews the furnishings on offer, ensuring a thoroughly original selection for customers to browse and a unique experience every time.
While Syers Browning may have opened for business during the pandemic in a vacant garage, it's quickly become one of the most captivating homeware boutiques in Lexington, Kentucky.
Bearing no lingering semblance to its humble beginnings, the beautiful store is a jewel box of exquisite china dinnerware, entertaining accessories, European textiles and fine art. It's no surprise that it's a favorite for bridal registries and heirloom baby gifts.
The wonderfully named Disco Warehouse in New Orleans is part furniture store and part art gallery, celebrating the best of the area's local artists. The meandering space offers one of the city's most fascinating shopping experiences, where imported solid-wood furniture mingles with vintage items and quirky, reclaimed pieces.
The store also offers a custom furniture service for those in search of something truly bespoke. Past projects include a bench made from the tailgate of an old pick-up truck.
Portland's Home Remedies is a homage to the East Coast esthetic. Surrounded by exposed brick walls and wooden beams, the rustic space features furniture, textiles, kitchenware, rugs and fabric samples. Its endearing New England charm has made it a go-to among locals and visitors.
Alongside its shop, there's also an on-site design center and sewing workroom where the team's upholsterer and interior specialists can advise on custom projects.
While it may be small in stature, designer Laura Hodges' retail store Domain makes every square foot count. The Baltimore shop prizes clean lines and a pared-back approach, which gives each of its carefully selected items the space to shine.
Underpinned by a commitment to fair trade and sustainable practices, its inventory ranges from coffee table accessories, baskets, throws and ceramics to a specially curated vintage collection.
Ramble Market in Waltham, Massachusetts is a collaboration between seven local vendors. An enchanting, labyrinthine space, the 10,000-square-foot (929sqm) store is lauded for its varied stock of vintage pieces, which keeps furniture fans venturing back to this veritable Aladdin's cave.
The store's catalog is wide-ranging, including contemporary, mid-century and pre-mid-century furnishings, hand-knotted rugs, glassware, lighting and records.
The first retail space from mother-and-daughter-run interiors firm Jean Stoffer Design, Stoffer Home is among the most thoughtfully curated homeware stores in Michigan.
Initially known for its kitchen designs, the firm's English-inspired cabinetry sits alongside an elegant edit of home items, spanning ottomans, armchairs, dinnerware, lighting solutions, rugs, bedding and statement hardware.
Deemed one of the best small businesses in Minneapolis by its customers, The Foundry Home Goods emphasizes the simple pleasures of beautiful, well-made household items.
From natural cleaning supplies to quality utensils, crockery, storage solutions, towels and bed linen, the characterful brick-lined store is the ideal place to stock up on essentials that will stand the test of time.
The first incarnation of this extraordinary store operated from 1901 to the 1930s in the heart of Laurel, Mississippi. Fast-forward to 2016 and three local couples with a passion for history and design revived the Laurel Mercantile Co. name, reestablishing the shop on the city's Front Street.
Steeped in history, the store showcases antique-inspired furniture, cast-iron cookware, soft furnishings, local artwork and a scent library, featuring an array of candles and fragrance products.
Uniquely located in a Civil War-era farmhouse in Raymore, Missouri, Woodson Antiques and Interiors offers an immersive shopping experience set in one of the area's oldest homes.
After each of their four annual buying trips to Europe, the owner restocks the historic house with fine antiques sourced during their travels. Upon their return, the owner hosts an open house where prospective buyers and members of the community can browse the imported wares. A charming approach to retail!
A fourth-generation family-owned business, Gallatin Valley Furniture in Bozeman has been helping Montanans shape their living spaces since 1946. The vast store is a one-stop shop for all things home, from large pieces of statement furniture and window treatments to rugs, lighting, artwork and outdoor furnishings.
Customers praise the quality of its furniture, competitive pricing and helpful staff, who are happy to offer design advice for home projects.
An endearing former art gallery perched on a street corner in Ashland, Nebraska, Salt Creek Mercantile grew out of a humble Etsy business and its owner's love of upcycling vintage furnishings. The bricks-and-mortar store opened its doors in 2018 and has quickly cemented its place in the cityscape.
Every item in the shop is either made by the owner or hand-selected from other independent makers, from pottery, kitchenware and woven blankets to dried flowers and hand-poured candles.
Helmed by self-confessed treasure hunter Tessa Dee Miller, The Nest in Reno offers 3,400 square feet (316sqm) of extraordinary vintage items. Impressively, Tessa handpicks the shop's entire inventory, which comes from the local area.
Whether it's sideboards, armchairs, sofas or quirky home accessories, each product has been chosen for its robust craftsmanship – the furniture on sale here is intended to become heirlooms passed down through generations.
New Hampshire's The Willow has built a reputation as a hidden homeware gem in the quaint town of Exeter. Framed by exposed brick and shiplap, the store offers a beautifully displayed range of furniture, textiles, tabletop accessories and artwork.
To help customers reimagine their living spaces, the shop has collaborated with a local designer to offer a full range of in-house interior services, ranging from furniture selection and home staging to full home design solutions, and kitchen and bathroom renovations.
Housed in an old 1920s garage, Salvage Style is part of Maplewood Mercantile, a women-owned cooperative market in New Jersey that sprawls across 2,800 square feet (260sqm). Towering windows bathe the space in light, illuminating a gold mine of vintage pieces that draw second-hand furniture hunters from far and wide.
The stock is carefully chosen by former magazine editor Amy Hughes, who scours flea markets, antique shops and auctions for the finest items. Customers value her discerning selection, and the market has become something of a meeting space for the local community with live music events and fundraisers.
At the enchanting Shiprock in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the lines between gallery and furniture showroom are artfully blurred. Rooted in the design traditions of Native American tribes in the Southwest, the space is a celebration of craftsmanship spanning past and present.
Both historic and contemporary items sourced from leading Native American artists are on display, including Navajo rugs and blankets, Pueblo pottery, sculptures and artwork. Mid-century furniture punctuates the pieces and adds a modern twist to the space.
A kaleidoscope of color and daring, contemporary design, Coming Soon is a home store that relishes the unexpected. The Manhattan shop encompasses everything from small home accessories designed to elevate the everyday to vintage furniture, plus new designs that it designates as the "collectible classics of now".
A favorite among locals and design lovers from further afield, the store's playful spirit has seen some of its inventory go viral in recent years, including a stool shaped like a corn cob.
Located in Asheville, East Fork is one of three stores run by the namesake pottery brand, which operates its factory in the same North Carolina city. The independent business grew from just a single potter to become a beloved institution in the state.
The shop showcases the brand's iconic ceramic dinnerware, alongside kitchen items, glassware and tabletop objects sourced from other craftspeople. After hours, the store doubles as a community events space, hosting silent auctions and even foraging workshops.
Beginning life in 2010 as an eco-friendly baby and mom shop, Eco Chic Home diversified into a boutique home store in 2018. The Fargo-based shop's thoughtfully displayed inventory includes a catalog of new furniture, homewares, soft furnishings, cookware and faux flowers.
Trend-setters in the community, Eco Chic Home's influence extends beyond the physical store. As well as staging local markets, the brand masterminded the Eco Chic Design Conference, which has featured speakers including Fixer Upper hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines and Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond.
The Grandview Mercantile in Columbus has been a cornerstone of the local community since its founding in 1997. Located in a sprawling 20,000-square-foot (1,858sqm) historic building, the showroom is brimming with incredible antique and home consignment goods, arranged in a succession of beautifully orchestrated room sets.
The store works closely with 20 Ohio-based antique dealers to source unique furnishings, ranging from mid-century dining sets, sofas and outdoor furniture to chandeliers, ceramic vases and china.
Situated in Oklahoma City's Automobile Alley District, Urbane Home & Lifestyle emphasizes well-made, considered furniture and household items. The shop has become a local staple thanks to its eclectic selection of contemporary furnishings, including sofas, rugs, lighting, kitchenware, towels and even crystal glassware.
Fans recommend the store for its affordable price points, and it's clear that plenty of thought goes into the inventory. Owners Scott Wagoner and Ben Davis use their travels in the US and beyond to hunt for high-quality items to stock their store.
Porch Light was started by two avid antique hunters who used to traverse the Midwest backroads in search of one-of-a-kind furnishings. Based in Portland, the store has evolved from its original vision to offer a mix of well-made new and reclaimed products for everyday living.
Inside, the shop is a green oasis in the hubbub of the city. Alongside its selection of ceramics, rustic homewares, glassware, throws, candles and stationery, there's an impressive jungle of houseplants that lend a sense of peace and tranquility to this hidden gem.
Vintage furniture meets a discerning design eye at Betsu Studio in Philadelphia. Founder Laura Weiszer, who has a background in illustration and set design for TV and movies, opened the store in 2017, and it quickly gained traction for its timeless and affordable home décor.
The shop prides itself on its sustainable ethos – 60% of its stock is upcycled or refinished, giving a new lease of life to quality furniture from the past. As well as sourcing specific pieces for customers, Laura can also advise on residential and commercial interior design projects.
Situated in the middle of Providence's shopping district, Kreatelier is an immersive fabric concept store that combines a retail space with a bustling interior design studio. The shop is lined with fabric swatches, wallpaper samples and trims, while workstations peppered throughout showcase design ideas and products from other independent makers.
Kreatelier's wheelhouse includes upholstery, custom lamp shades, curtains, pillows, rugs and even accent walls. Its in-store service extends to customers' homes or businesses, from whole-house makeovers to commercial design solutions.
This South Carolina staple stocks beautiful homewares underscored by a Southern sensibility. Situated in Indian Lands, a stone's throw from Charlotte, The Southern Nest features a curated selection of décor, furniture and lighting that channel elegant design and rustic charm.
Run by owner Leslie Harris, the store's hand-picked stock ranges from chic rattan sofas and glass-fronted display cabinets to eye-catching vases and faux floral arrangements.
A favorite among South Dakotans, River City Relics in the city of Yankton showcases what they call "heirloom-quality furniture" – well-made pieces designed to be passed down through generations. This includes carefully crafted new items as well as salvaged furnishings sourced by its entrepreneurial owners.
Alongside large items of furniture, you'll also find a stylish range of home décor, wall art, vases, tabletop accessories, towels, faux foliage and plants, plus a selection of clothes and jewelry.
Neutral, clean lines and inviting textures define the furniture selection at Storehouse no.9, a family-run business in Franklin, Tennessee. Since the store's opening in 2019, fans have praised the first-class customer service and high-quality furnishings.
The shop's wide-ranging inventory includes statement furniture, window treatments, rugs, lighting, kitchenware and smaller home accessories. Just around the corner from the brand's flagship premises, you can also find its sister shop, which offers outdoor furniture and decorations.
Run by mother-and-daughter duo Teddie and Courtney Garrigan, Coco & Dash has drawn both local and national acclaim for its unique collection of luxury furnishings and home décor. The retail space features elegantly arranged new and antique furniture, textiles, lighting solutions, artwork and tabletop items.
Beyond its ready-to-buy offerings, the store also has a design studio that can provide custom bedding, pillows, rugs, window treatments and wallpaper, as well as a full interior design service.
For Utah-based thrifting enthusiasts, it doesn't get much better than The Village Vintage Interiors. This cornucopia of treasures is beloved for its thoughtfully curated selection of antiques, from iconic furniture from the past to home accessories, china, glassware and curios.
The store prides itself on giving customers an enchanting retail experience and, because of this, it eschews online shopping in favor of keeping all sales face-to-face.
Located in the popular ski resort of Stowe in Vermont, Stowe Living offers a vast retail space with home furnishing solutions for every room. The store aims to cater to locals as well as visiting international holidaymakers, with products sourced from far-flung locations including France and Australia.
Combining comfort with the latest trends, its varied stock encompasses luxury furniture, copper cookware, tableware, soft furnishings and ornamental items. The shop also offers a complimentary interior design and decorating service.
The black, barn-style exterior of Revival Consignment in Richmond gives nothing away. However, inside a vibrant melting pot of color, texture and design styles awaits. Artfully arranged room sets elevate the store's remarkable catalog of homewares, which are sourced from across the local area.
Alongside vintage and brand-new pieces of furniture, there's an incredible collection of rugs and upholstered items, as well as artwork by local artists.
Family-owned home store DIGS has been a part of the furniture in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood since 2013. Beautifully styled, the 4,000-square-foot (372sqm) retail space offers a considered selection of modern furniture and homewares, from mid-century-style sofas to artisanal cookware, textiles, wallpaper and even outdoor furnishings.
The store is beloved by locals and visitors, with customers applauding the quality of its home goods, the friendly owners and the attentive customer service.
Based in a converted feed store where two historic railroads once converged, Lost River Trading Post is a community hub at the heart of the rural Appalachian town of Wardensville.
The expansive store is a bustling mixed-use space featuring a coffee bar and bakery intertwined with a rich selection of antiques including heritage furniture, glassware and tools, as well as pottery, artwork, woodwork and upcycled items from over 50 independent makers.
A local go-to for home décor, URSA is a light-filled boutique store situated in Milwaukee's scenic Bay View neighborhood. Visitors say it's all too easy to lose track of time browsing the curated displays.
Best of all, most of the shop's considered stock, which includes throws, pillows, ceramics, tableware, houseplants, artwork and home fragrances, is sourced from local makers across Wisconsin and the Midwest.
This stylish homestore in Jackson, Wyoming began life as a blog before its bricks-and-mortar incarnation opened. Mountain Dandy celebrates American-made designs with a distinguished edge – it sells vintage and handmade items, from rustic dining tables and wingback chairs to dinnerware, lamps, bedding and more.
The store's patrons appreciate its thoughtful curation, welcoming staff and original home goods, which provide a thoroughly unique retail offering in the state.
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