The Best Home Decor Shops in Seattle
Where to find great goods for every room in the house
By Shannon O'Leary and Ali Brownrigg May 14, 2014
This article originally appeared in the May 2014 issue of Seattle magazine.
Seattle and the Eastside certainly have their fair share of home shops–everything from lighting and green goods, to midcentury modern stores and consignment. We’ve rounded up the best of the best in each category so you can browse away and find the right shop for your need (or want)
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