Okay, so we are going to say it - our favorite store in LA is Empiric.
Empiric has the most beautifully restored Deco and mid century furniture around and the best lamps we have ever seen.
Also lots of sexy, sturdy steel and metal office furniture all set in a whimsical atmosphere that looks like an old apothecary.
Empiric makes a lot of great furniture as well. Many of the pieces feel truly vintage, yet everything can be customized to fit your needs.
There is a clutter to the store that we would usually loathe, but every last detail seems important to the vibe, and most everything we touch is like a long lost friend waiting to come home with us. Prices are high, but justified.
Recommended by citysearch, who says that the owners' "commitment to flawless artifacts of yonder is striking."
This was originally posted 9/11/05
We stopped in just this weekend after checking out Shelter (which was very disappointing in comparison). We loved this shop...was a lot of fun, and kind of wild to see all these eclectic little decorations around the shop.
Hi,
Just wanted the readers to also be aware that Twenty Gauge.
has been specializing in refinishing vintage steel furniture furniture for over a decade and has tons of one of a kind items and rare items that no one else offers for this type of vintage metal furniture.
We also POWDERCOAT ALL of our vintage steel furniture pieces and it is KEY-no shortcuts with this kind of metal furniture.
Contact me if you have any questions about anything related to this: vintage steel furniture, mid-century furniture, stainless steel furniture, but also metal, steel, shipping, etc... -does not have to be about buying! :)
We have sales and promotional offers from time to time in case you are interested in investing in this vintage steel furniture though!
PS: we gurantee our work and ship worldwide!
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