apartment therapy changing the world, one room at a time

Primarily an online business that caters to professionals designing for clients, Modest Designs is a treasure trove of furniture and decorations from historically important designers. Hans Wegner, Paul McCobb, Gianfranco Fratttini, and Edward Wormley's (to name a few) designs are arranged in vintage vignettes throughout the main level and basement of this corner store in Williamsburg. Unlike many small shops in the area, the wares are not stacked on top of each other and browsing is easy...