West End Architectural Salvage was one of the most unique stops we made in Des Moines. Even if…read moreyou're not shopping for home décor, it's worth walking through just to see everything inside! The building is filled with architectural salvage, vintage furniture, antiques, reclaimed materials, artwork, and one-of-a-kind finds you won't see anywhere else. Grab a coffee or a drink at their bar before you walk around! Every room has something different, so it's easy to spend more time browsing than you planned. Whether you're decorating your home, hunting for vintage treasures, or just looking for something unique to do indoors, I'd definitely recommend adding West End Architectural Salvage to your Des Moines itinerary!

This is an incredibly unique place and is well worth the stop. We were traveling from out of town…read moreand decided to pop in, and were so impressed. Floors and floors or quality antiques and interesting finds. Everything was thoughtfully placed and well kept - I didn't even see any dust on them. Employees were super sweet and they will ship the items for you! Coffee is good too, and there's ample space to sit and relax.

Caitlyn helped us pick out the best couch for our new home! She was so supportive and kind with…read morehelping us choose between multiple sectionals in multiple price ranges! P.S. I really want to be her friend! Also, shout out to Julie for entertaining our son so we could actually look at furniture! From the Wells family, Josh, Reilee & Forrest

They always seem to fail. Had issues with SEVERAL pieces of furniture a few years ago. That is a…read morewhole other story. Now on to today. I was all prepared to purchase a recliner. I knew exactly what I wanted. There was a young lady standing by the recliners. I walked over sat in about 3 of them to try them out, she didn't even acknowledge I was there. She was about 10-15 feet away. I finally walked over and showed her the recliner I wanted, said I would like to have it in black (leather). She said it would take about 6-8 weeks to get there and required a 25% non refundable payment. I said ok since I am not in a hurry to get it. Then she told me there would be a $100 up charge to get it in black. This chair was over $1000! And they want another $100 because they don't carry that particular one. That's when I said I don't need it that bad. I left the store, disappointed because I found the chair I wanted but damn, $100 upcharge to get it in black. I drove straight to Slumberland found the chair I wanted for $200 less, NO UPCHARGE to get it in black leather. Still 6-8 weeks to get. After the fiasco we had a few years with a dining set, bedroom set and living room set all fell apart within 6 months of buying it. I'm not sure I will ever go back.

Incredible selection, funky finds for sure! The service and authenticity of their products was…read morebeyond expectations. Thrilled with what I got and always happy to go back and find more.

Everyone working here was in a bad mood…read more Also, thanks for grabbing my items and placing them behind the counter! I appreciate that you think I look like a thief.

Place is Big and Has Lots of Stuff in Multiple Areas of "At…read moreHome" Decor....Shelves are Stuffed And a little Precarious, Prices are Pretty Good. If your on a Decorating Mission you can get it Done in Here....depending on your Taste but there are Finds Here, even the Checkout has all the Goodies you want to "At Home" with (BBQ sauce for Me) soo start there and then Hit the Isles, was Super Impressed with the Mirror Section WOW ~ "At Home" Silver Sparkle! Where do all these Go? Could be a Cool Party.

Every time I shop here I am looking for something to 'jump out' at me. Something unique and…read morefitting... this store has not disappointed. Anyone who says the decor is outdated I question their eye for style. You can make so many things work in combination or singularly for a space to make your own. Love this store!

Kenilworth House is one of my favorite places and my go to place whenever I'm looking for something…read morewonderful for my home. Sheila and the staff there are amazing, they always go out of their way to help you find just what you're looking for. I've only lived in Des Moines 2 1/2 years but finding Kenilworth House was discovering a real treasure. If you haven't stopped in please do, you won't be disappointed Ernie Krueger

From the owner: Furniture, Custom Furniture, Home Furnishings, Interior Design, Decorating, Window Treatments,…read moreFabric & Wallpaper, Lamps & Lighting, Area Rugs, Artwork, Artificial Floral, Gifts, MacKenzie Child's, Sid Dickens Memory tiles, Houston Llew Spiritiles tiles

Kelli and Gracie know their stuff. They're pioneers of the industry and have brought contemporary…read morefurniture to Des Moines. There's a reason Projects has been in Des Moines for over 20 years, and a majority of it is their extensive knowledge of their pieces and projects. I have enjoyed seeing their growth and love checking out the showroom!

Projects is a really cool contemporary furniture store in the east village of Des Moines downtown!…read moreWe just purchased a mid century home and are trying to fill it will furniture of the time or that looks of the time! So we stopped in at Projects to get some ideas! The store is beautiful and has lots of cool couches, chairs, tables, lights, beds, art, bathroom things, nick nackts etc. One thing you will realize very quickly this is not cheap stuff, some of these couches range from 5,000-20,000 dollars. Wowzers, don't spill coffee on that! But there is no where else in town where you can shop for these high end contemporary type things and actually see them in real life! So I do really dig going in here, even though there is nothing I can afford to buy! The staff always says hello when you walk in and then just lets you run around looking, they don't bother you at all they just sit on their computers.. Every time I have been in here that happens! Some might be put off by this, but I understand and I liked being able to look around without someone asking my life story or trying to sell me something. All in all cool store, and as Ferris Bueler would say, "If you got the means, I highly recommend picking one up." but he is not talking about a car here, more like a couch!

WOWSIE... what a find! One of the coolest n fun places around to shop and/or just browse! Zhoosh…read moreis a friendly Thoughtfully and artfully curated store that has a comfortable, swanky museum-like feel n vibe. Stocked with forever changing new and seasoned treasures!! Worth a stop n lookey-loo!

From the owner: Home Decor, Accessories, Vintage Furniture, Lifestyle, Styling and Staging Spaces and Special…read moreEvents. Products: Wall Hangings, Rugs, Wall Art, Light Fixtures, Accessories, Candles, Kitchen Wares, House Wares, Chairs, Couches, Benches, Coffee Tables, Faux Florals, Faux Greenery, Lifestyle Accessories, Text Tile. Services: Furniture Restoration, Upholstery, Home Styling, Home Staging, Special Event Gatherings, Art Workshops, Space Rental. Location Facts: On Vintage Main Street.