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Trystcraft Antique Store in Kalamazoo, Michigan is a premier destination for mid-century modern design enthusiasts. Housed in a spacious warehouse, this specialty store offers an exceptional collection of furniture, decor, and accessories from renowned Scandinavian and American designers of the 1950s and 1960s.
The store's owner, Tim, is a passionate connoisseur of mid-century modern aesthetics, with an extensive knowledge of the period's design history and a keen eye for quality and authenticity. Customers praise Tim's expertise and personalized guidance, as he provides honest assessments and restoration recommendations to help preserve the integrity of these vintage pieces. Whether you're searching for a statement-making armchair, a timeless desk to transform your home office, or a one-of-a-kind sculpture, the knowledgeable staff at Trystcraft are dedicated to helping you find your next design treasure.
The store's inventory is meticulously curated, featuring a diverse array of furniture, including iconic Eames lounge chairs, sleek Saarinen tulip tables, and elegant Knoll credenzas, as well as a selection of mid-century lamps, ceramics, and artwork. Trystcraft also specializes in rare and unique finds, such as a fully restored 1957 Steinway grand piano and a collection of limited-edition Knoll textiles. Customers consistently remark on the store's exceptional quality, noting the exceptional condition and authenticity of the items.
Trystcraft's wheelchair-accessible entrance and ample parking make the store easily accessible for all visitors. The store is open on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9 AM to 4 PM, as well as Saturdays from 9 AM to 3 PM. Customers are encouraged to call ahead to check availability before visiting, and the store offers convenient in-store pickup and delivery services.
Beyond the impressive inventory, Trystcraft's location in Kalamazoo provides visitors with the opportunity to explore the city's vibrant mid-century modern design scene. Just a short walk from the store, you'll find the iconic Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, which houses a renowned collection of mid-century modern paintings and sculptures. Nearby, the Kalamazoo Valley Museum showcases the region's architectural heritage, featuring several well-preserved examples of mid-century modern homes and commercial buildings. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply appreciative of timeless design, a visit to Trystcraft and the surrounding Kalamazoo area is sure to inspire your next design project.
10 reviews
Chris Davies
Tim's warehouse is a treasure-trove of midcentury design, and his ability to thoughtfully restore or renovate - and give honest input as to whether you should consider that or leave pieces showing their natural age - helps elevate him above other antique furniture stores. He's knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic, and we've never felt pressured to buy. What we've particularly appreciated is his eagerness to embrace items beyond just those by the "big names" of the period, which definitely helps when you're looking for timeless design but don't necessarily have an open-ended budget. We've bought multiple items from him, and never been anything other than pleased about each.
Kvist Modern
Great wealth of knowledge and a discerning eye for quality furniture. It is obvious Tim has a passion for finer furniture and shows through his curation. Highly recommend.
Eleanor D
It’s tough to beat Trystcraft when it comes to fine Scandinavian and American furnishings. Each and every experience has been great. Tim has always been extremely helpful and overall a great guy to work with. Gold standard
Jennefer Rossi
When a friend was relocating to Kalamazoo MI. I researched the area for places of interest. It was truly serendipitous since my friend had acquired a Norman Carver home and Tim had just completed a wonderful book on Norman Carver. Since then I have kept in touch and am always intrigued by Tim’s wonderful acquisitions. He has an exceptional eye. And his space is a treat to visit. I highly recommend visiting in person or at the very least keeping an eye out for wonderful pieces on his site . Thank you for your wonderful service.
Garrett Gentry
Trystcraft has a warehouse full of beautiful and hard to find pieces of mid century furniture and design. I bought a rare Plycraft chair from him a while back at a very reasonable price. Tim is easy to work with and has a wealth of knowledge in mid century design and architecture, especially local michigan architecture. If you are looking for an accent piece, a full room, or are just a modern design addict like me, call Tim to set up a visit or check out their inventory online.
Josh Sinclair
Tim is amazing to work with and has the nicest MCM pieces you will find anywhere. We will be buying more from him really soon! Highly recommend!
Susan Adamic-Sargeant
I was so happy to stumble upon this unique warehouse full of fabulous mid-century modern furniture that is hidden in Kalamazoo. Tim was so accomodating to my available time-frame to visit his warehouse. I purchased an amazing vintage couch and he was kind enough to store it for a few weeks while my remodeling project was finished and then delivered it at no extra charge. In our disposable society, it is great to see someone masterfully restore vintage pieces so they can be appreciated for years to come.
Michael Coyle
We wanted a mid century modern recliner or rocker for our nursery. Trystcraft had the perfect chair for us. Delivery was free and Tim even helped carry it into the bedroom.
David Lamb
Super rude highly pretentious think twice about doing Business with them.
Warren Walker
Sold us a chair that was was missing critical internal pieces, and would not allow us to return the chair for a refund. They were also rude and defensive when we called to explain the chair was broken. So either this store knowingly sells broken furniture, or cannot tell the difference. Either way, we won’t be buying from them again, and you should think twice.