I know I've reviewed the store for and maybe it must have changed ownership. Anywho, this is a…read morepretty solid antique store that's worth checking out if you're in downtown oswego. Me and my wife checked out the store to see what was in the area well exploring the farmers market. Staff here is very friendly and I have a great selection of items and everything is at a pretty fair price. The back of the store is now off limits that compared to my last time here. Please be sure to check out all the hidden nooks before leaving. Overall, I thought this is a great store worth checking out

I came here during Chicago Architecture Foundation Open House 2013: the combination of the view and…read morecatchy name made me very curious to check out the space at least. The space was brilliant with modular design and incorporation of multimedia elements to advertise their business concepts. The balcony view was open for a gorgeous panoramic view of the Chicago River! If you have a chance to visit this space it is a premier view of the city. As far as the DIRTT company, it took me a while to figure out what it was all about (and this is not a review of the business, since I am not a customer, more the site) since it is a unique concept-driven business that applies to many settings. The website is filled with more opaque statements: but after a few re-reads I think it is summarized by the main page when you click on "What is DIRTT"---"We are Doing It Right This Time, because last time with conventional construction, the computer power didn't exist to go from design, to real-time 3D, to specifications, to the production floor. Last time environmental sustainability wasn't tied to the bottom line. Last time there was no such thing as being able to affordably manufacture individualized spaces. This time, DIRTT is giving clients and the interior construction industry a new way to Build better. This time we are doing it right."

What a neat little place! I was invited to a happy hour at this place a few weeks back. For anyone…read morefamiliar with the Merchandise Mart (I'm not all that familiar myself), this is another one of those furniture places that showcase all of their...merchandise (sorry, there was no better word). This company works in modular furniture wall structures, and they have some really neat things. Essentially, you can change your whole room with the products they have. Some of there really fascinating items are the beds/couches that fold out of the wall!! I'm sure to anyone who's familiar with furniture, you'd say this is no big deal. Well, then, if furniture, design and architecture is your niche, then this is also the right place to host your next gathering. Obviously, a lot of their architecture is their product, but the space itself has it's own flavor to it. The company is located on the top floor of a building on the south side of the Chicago River - it has a nicely designed patio (and glass curtain wall for the remainder of the North side of the space) that overlooks the river as well as the wonderful architecture that Chicago has to offer.

Once again, I turned to Linly Designs for help furnishing my new home--and once again, they…read moreexceeded every expectation. Years ago, they completely transformed my space, leaving not only me but my friends and family in awe. So it was a no-brainer to return to them. While they no longer offer full interior design services (which is a real loss for anyone who hasn't experienced their magic), they more than made up for it with their stunning selection of Marge Carson furniture--an iconic brand with nearly 80 years of design excellence that Linly Designs now proudly owns. The result? A match made in design heaven. The quality of the furniture is nothing short of extraordinary--elegant, timeless, and meticulously crafted. And Linly's service? Still first-class, just like I remembered. From consultation to delivery, every detail was handled with care and professionalism. The best have truly partnered with the best. I couldn't be more thrilled.

Everyone there is extremely friendly and helpful! They have very unique and exclusive merchandise,…read moreand are great at design and remodeling. Would recommend them highly!

I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Circa Vintage Gallery in St. Charles! I was looking for…read morea birthday gift for my father, and the staff went above and beyond to help me find something special. Everyone was incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. They took the time to walk me through the store, show me the different pieces they had, and learn what I was looking for. They even went into the back to pull out some specific items they thought I might like. It was clear that they really cared about helping me find the right gift rather than simply making a sale. The selection is fantastic, but the customer service is what really stood out to me. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and will absolutely be coming back. Highly recommend Circa Vintage Gallery to anyone looking for unique antiques, gifts, or just a great place to browse!

Such a charming antique shop with an incredible selection of vintage and antique jewelry - brooches…read moregalore, bracelets, earrings, and unique pieces everywhere. I loved that most items were out in the open for touching and exploring, with fun low-price trays and bins mixed in with tagged treasures. The staff (two wonderful women) were so kind and engaging - we had a fun conversation about the shop. Unfortunately, the ringing-up process was frustrating and felt chaotic. Purchases were split by dealer, but without a clear tally or saved tags, double-checking was nearly impossible (tags got mixed with others from earlier sales). It left me unsure if the final total was accurate - $95 or $115 makes a difference! I wish there was a better system for transparency. I adore the nostalgic, hands-on feel here and the amazing inventory, but the checkout experience might keep me from returning soon. They also put all of my pieces ($111 worth of jewelry) into one organza bag- nothing was protected. Still recommending for anyone who loves digging through real antiques!

This antique mall rambles across the lowest level of The Berry House, a multi-shop building on…read moreThird Street in downtown Geneva. Lots of great antiques to check out, including seasonal items (I got two tiny turkeys). The two people running the shop were very kind and also lent me a chair to sit on while I was waiting in line and felt a bit dizzy. You can find all sorts of fun vintage finds if you know to look for this hidden gem!

This shop is the best kept secret in the Fox River Valley. I often meet my friends for lunch…read morearound the corner from this shop at Thai Village and a MUST after we finish our savory is to make a stop at this darling boutique. Wow...the aesthetics in this shop are incredible...a stucco wall, a brick wall and a perfect complement of ambiance illumination and stunning displays coax even the most reserved shopper in for a delightful dalliance with bling and fun...for a song...seriously great pricing! The buyer for this shop knows her stuff and the display genius is equally brilliant but even with the affordable and glorious offerings, if the staff weren't great, I'd have no interest. The staff here are some kind of wonderful. They are so helpful and so down to earth. I can honestly say that I've never encountered a fashion assistant/accessory expert who was less than stellar in this shop. This is my favorite accessory boutique and NO, I have no personal or vested interest in this shop. I just love grand and this shop is grand....a wonderful small business offering wonder!

UNFORTUNATELY THIS STORE IS NOW CLOSED (Sigh)!…read more Cute little shop for accessories, especially if you like a bit of glitz. I thought the prices were very reasonable - I bought a cute purse for $27, an unusual scarf for $14, and a very unique bracelet for $11. I think my best friend will love this place - so I got her a gift certificate.

My friend suggested a stop here and I was kinda meh about the idea, but we'd parked in the garage…read morefor MCA so we stopped in. I'm glad she talked me into it because their store has some fantastic stuff. I loved walking around and browsing... the store is really big. I thought it was just the first floor but there's an entire second floor that's even larger. That second floor has a ton of children's stuff; books, toys, stuffed animals, art, and so on. There are also lots of books for adults, and cards, and jewelry, and t-shirts, and so many things. I bought several books for my little one, and there are some toys I think she'd like that I may pick up another time and some really cute stuffed animals as well. I'm not sure if the woman that greeted us was a docent or a paid staff member but she was so welcoming. She's the one who pointed us to the second floor that we didn't know existed and let us know they had kid stuff. Then she welcomed us back when we got downstairs, and told us about the MCA kids days and said she couldn't wait to see us again.

Really cool store with such a nice variety of items! Two floors. Pristine and good vibes all…read morearound. The entire staff was so friendly and helpful. Good vibes all around. I purchased Studio Ghibli postcards for my boyfriend and got myself a colorful clock. Great place for unique gifts and reasonable prices.

We were so happy to check out the store before it closed in half an hour. The staff here was very…read morefriendly and we were amazed by how big this place truly was! There is no basement but it does have an incredible little upstairs area full of Christmas items. The area in the back had a bunch of great items as well. Prices here are very good for what they were though they didn't have exactly what I was looking for but overall I still think it was a great store worth checking out in the area. One of the better stores and the area worth checking out.

It's worth a little road trip out to Elburn to check this sizeable antique store out! Two floors…read moreand many rooms just full of a variety of vintage and antique stuff, including a small selection of clothing. At the moment (November) the whole upstairs was full of Christmas decor. Prices were reasonable, and staff was welcoming. If you have mobility issues, be aware that there are some areas with stairs and other spaces that are just tight because there's so much stuff!