I was going to just give this store 4 stars but the way I was treated and serviced, earned another star. I was just roaming around looking at stuff at this store when I came across a very beautiful set of candle holders. These weren't just any regular candlestick holders, they're waterford crystals. At first I didn't have the money so I came back a few months later and just my luck, they were still there! What can I say, I have great taste in things. They were waterfords so of course they were above a C-note, 189 to be exact, 250 brand new. Ms Lana and I worked out a reasonable deal because I had to go back to my duty station in Japan soon. The end result was that I left with a beautiful set of candlestick holders for my wife and I! Thank you Antique Design Center for helping make our candlelight dinners beautiful again. read more

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Lana is a treasure. Norfolk is lucky to have her. She is super knowledgable and super helpful. She is a strong woman business owner and she knows antiques and knows the value. The conversations are a delight. Will be back often. Not sure why this place has a low rating. There is a distinct difference between true antiques and junk tchotchke's. This place deals in antiques. read more

This place is a treasure trove, from very fine antiques to fun, reasonably priced vintage items -- all price points represented. More original art than you can imagine! Definitely worth frequent visits. Some higherend items can be spendy, but they will negotiate with you. read more

Large store with 2 big decorative mirrors on the building's exterior, perched above their dedicated parking lot. Inside contains a wide variety of items from eclectic periods and regions. As a novice, I was honestly overwhelmed by the amount of stuff, everywhere. My co-worker and I weren't greeted but we later learned the owner, Lana, was present but under the weather without a voice. Her team was occupied with what appeared to be a regular customer. After slow walking throughout the many rooms leading into even more rooms, we didn't spot any antique compasses, the grail of that day's quest. As we headed toward the exit, an employee asked if we needed help finding anything. When we mentioned the compass, Lana, in a barely audible voice, said "I can get it." She took contact info, shook my co-worker's hand and vowed to call when secured. This likely means she has even more stock in storage; understandably, having too many (more than 2) objects of the same type tips the bargaining leverage into the buyer's favor. read more

Antique Design Center - Outside. How cool are the 2 large decorative mirrors on the side of their building? - Antiques Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Amazing Store Full Of All Kinds Of Treats And Treasures You Just Need To Hunt & Look Around But Some Of The Fun ... Never Seen A Store In Hampton Roads Quite Like It Packed... A Must Do read more

I love antique stores. You could possibly call my home an antique store. That being said, I love finding beautiful pieces, in a friendly environment, and at the right or reasonable price. Antique Design Center checks off one of those boxes. I appreciated all of the beautiful antique finds, and thats probably why I'm giving this two stars and not one. Other than that, the store is overly crowded (which makes it difficult to shop), and over priced. I found a 2' x 4' rug listed at $225, which was trampled on and dirty. If it's worth that much, take care of it! Anyways, I've ranted about my unpleasant experience for some time now. If this shop wants to stick around, they need to either find a new price-point, or a new neighborhood because the Ghent demographic isn't like this. read more

I think I love this place more than life itself! It is truly a treasure chest that I can get lost in for hours - so many beautiful things, both large and small for the new or seasoned collector. And Lana is not only a trip! But she is also very kind and knowledgeable. Scott is a treat as well! SO GLAD I FINALLY STEPPED IN HERE!!! Love, love, LOVE!!! read more

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I've shopped all over this country (and others) in antique stores, thrift stores, second hand stores, vintage boutiques ect... I have learned never to judge a person's wealth by their appearance. This lady has a very haughty air about her and her staff are really creepy. They need a hard lesson on what an antique shopper "looks" like. Guess what? You can't tell because we're all books on a shelf. Snide comments and dismissiveness does not a good business run. It is highly cluttered (I almost tripped on numerous items in the store) and I can only assume she wants to keep all these items stacked unsafely around due to the outlandish prices. She most likely lives in the credit supplied by her inventory. read more

This place is a joke! insanely overpriced and lacking "provenance!".

Incredible items haven't seen this quality in a long time. Very nice shop owners. Love it

I do not think they want customers here..after being rudely greeted and awkwardly 'allowed' to look around the store..I was confused that the business did not accept cash and the cashier did not know how to use the credit card machine..well, not going back there ever. I can only assume I was quickly type casted due to my blue jeans and zip up hoodie..sorry I do not wear pleaded jackets and top hats. read more

Quite interesting store. It looks smaller outside but it's actually huge inside. I'm blown away with the selection of antiques, so much stuff to see. This is by far the biggest antique store in the area. If you're an antique lover you should check out this place. read more

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R.U.D.E. Their selection seems large (despite not having what I wanted, a basic piece of furniture), and the store itself is very large, but by all means, AVOID HUMAN CONTACT HERE! The male assistant was very nice and recommended other stores to visit. However, the owner, seated at her desk with her bifocals dangling around her neck, looked me up and down in her pretentious way, judging my entrance. I asked her for a particular item, and she treated my request with "That's not even an antique." She then tried mocking me to a coworker, as if my request was somehow out of the ordinary. Um, hello, customers first. I am also a VERY friendly shopper, and to upset me is extremely difficult. I smile, ask kindly, and give people the benefit of the doubt. It really upset me that the owner/manager was so arrogant, whereas the male employee was so nice. Did I mention she waved me out of the store? Eek! Methinks not. read more

Hired Lana to help with our estate sale. She lied, cheated and stole and still has yet to provide any receipts from months ago. She was super unprofessional and many items from our sale just vanished! AVOID LANA WALCOTT. --UPDATE-- 6 months later, an item Lana claimed she didn't see/sell - she sent back because the item was registered to my name and couldn't be changed. Total liar and thief. read more

There is NO OTHER Antique Shoppe in the Hampton Roads area as diverse and classic as the Antique Design Center. Lana Wolcott and her staff are always helpful and willing to assist you in finding whatever you are looking for. They are also willing to negotiate prices. Going to The Antique Design Center reminds me of visiting a Museum. The exhibits are very tasteful and ever changing. DO NOT MISS THE INCREDIBLE ITALIAN ESTATE SALE. read more

Over the past eighteen months, visited twice. I have never come across a more aloof, condescending and arrogant individual in retail. During my visit, navigated my way through several boxes stacked on the floor filled with who knows what. After noticing two items, found the price, as well as the "provenance" delusional. There are several HONEST antique dealers throughout the area who will appreciate your business with a welcome. This isn't one of them! read more

If I could put zero it would be too high. this place is over priced and the guy behind the desk is unfriendly. This place is not handicap accessible and is a fire hazard. Also no bathroom in sight except for the Wallgreens on the corner. read more

A great antique store. They are growing and may take over the empty building next to them. The collection is eclectic. From furniture to jewelry and artwork. They are having a 20% off sale right now. read more

Horrible experience. Greeted at the door, then shoved my way through heaping piles of junk scattered around the store. Everything is overpriced, probably to collect the insurance when this storage unit burns down. None of the fixtures were rewired correctly. If you buy from here, do so at your own risk. read more

Great stuff. Huge place. Out of all the places that sell antiques in Ghent, Antique Design Center has the best revolving inventory and their staff always goes out of their way to help guests. read more

INSANELY OVERPRICED and not motivated at all to sell. Avoid this company at all costs. We frequent estate sales along east coast and this ranks in the top three worst to date. The home was near empty of people and packed full of items everywhere and they wondered why it was so void of people with no-one buying. $1,000- $30,000 price tags for paintings all over the house. Two other people there were saying the same thing about their insane pricing. One asked and was told it would all just go in storage if not sold. We went to a comparable estate sale a few months back from a famous artist who had beautiful oil paintings comparable to the artwork sold here, prices from the other company were negotiable, the other company was kind and motivated to make sales, it was packed with people & prices were a FRACTION of what these were. Not everyone working for Antique Design Center for this sale was unkind, however the attitude of the woman at check out/payment area who I assume was running the show was not even remotely stellar. We will not return to a sale hosted by this company. If traveling, do not waste your time going. read more

If I could give negative stars, I would. Hired Lana Walcott for an estate sale with my parents house while I was away. Had a whole bag of fine jewelry and pearls taken, along with plenty of other nice things from our home that were not to be sold in the sale. She then refused to give us a list of the items sold and prices used for them. You will probably find your nicest things in the hands of her "movers" or better yet being sold in this grimey store. read more

Went to look for some furniture. Asked the owner if she had a certain item and she was so rude I had to walk out. Will not be back!

I agree with a previous review... AVOID HUMAN CONTACT, in fact, avoid this nightmare of a shop.... the owner (lana?) was screaming on the phone about something. The merchandise is mostly mislabeled and stacked up so high it feels like that show "hoarders" run... dont walk away read more

The all time best Antiques and collector items. Lana and team will help you find the perfect item to make your house special. If you want something don't go anywhere else!!!!!!!! read more

Rude rude rude cannot say it enough - rude owner. Overpriced. I have something from this store in my home and every time I look at it I wish I could return it because the experience connected to it was so terrible. read more