By Elisabeth Brigham By Elisabeth Brigham | February 14, 2024 | Home & Real Estate, Feature,
On the hunt for vintage furnishings and one-of-a-kind accessories? We have you covered. Here are the best antique stores in Houston.
Back Row Home
Allow us to introduce Back Row Home: A 16,000-square-foot warehouse showcasing a surplus of gifts, books, table toppers and more. Owners Tracey Shingledecker and Kelly O’Donnell came up with the idea in 2005 while on a European getaway. From there, the duo made regular trips to and from to track down the best pieces to add to their collection of 18th, 19th and 20th-century antiques. 8570 Katy Fwy #111, 713.827.9292
MAI | Memorial Antiques & Interiors
Sitting inside the Houston Design Center, MAI is a treasure trove of chic—and unqiue—American and European antiques. With over 17 years of curating hard-to-find antiques and 4 combined showrooms, we guarantee you’ll find the perfect piece for your home. 7026 Old Katy Road, 713.827.8087
AREA
We get it; you want the antique shopping without all the hassle. Cue AREA—River Oak’s top antique shop filled to the brim with stylish furnishings and decorative arts by constant collectors. The space showcases its ability to select and arrange, so instead of shopping aimlessly around a warehouse, you’ll have an instant feel of how a certain piece can fit into your home. 3735 Westheimer Rd, 713.668.1668
Joyce Horn Antiques, Ltd.
When it comes to hand-picked French antique furniture and accessories (plus reproductions), Joyce Horn Antiques, Ltd. does it right. Shop online to get a feel of the store, or dive right into its beautifully crafted showroom, featuring a luxe selection of mirrors, chests, trunks, artwork and much, much more. 7065 Old Katy Rd, Houston, 713.688.0507
August Antiques
American antiques, period lighting, vintage garden items, oh my! Nestled nicely in Houston Heights, August Antiques has everything you need to spruce up your home. From old and rare books to vintage radios and rotary phones, we promise you’ll never leave this spot empty-handed. 803 Heights Blvd, 713.880.3353
Antiques & More of Houston
If you want quality customer service, Antiques & More of Houston is a must-stop shop. Inside, the space is the ultimate antique wonderland, showcasing a surplus of home furnishings, art (think originals, prints, posters and sculptures) and vintage vinyl. 1801 S Dairy Ashford Rd., 713.876.5678
Heights Antiques on Yale
Step inside this 10,000-square-foot storefront and find yourself submerged in antique heaven. Clear the calendar and take your time looking through midcentury furnishings, quirky artworks, precious porcelain and more. 2110 Yale St, 713.861.3335
Market Place Antiques and Collectibles West Mall
There are antique shops, and then there are antique malls, and Market Place Antiques definitely leans toward the latter. Bring a friend (or two) and divide and conquer the 72,000 square feet of unique finds from over 90 vendors. 10940 Katy Fwy, 713.467.2299
Village Antiques
Ladies, this one’s for you! Fall in love with antiquing at this swoon-worthy storefront filled with French and other European vintage furniture, giftables and accessories. Seriously, imagine rows of pink Champagne flutes, old book sets and more! 1200 Blalock Rd Suite 350, 713.468.3931
AG Antiques
If you’re seeking one-of-a-kind antiques for the home, look no further than AG Antiques on West 19th. On the shelves, sift through a variety of glassware, collectibles, mirrors, furniture and more. Closed on Tuesdays, 313 W 19th St., 713.862.1009
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