With a wide variety of treasures from the not-so-distant past, Chicago's Salvage One serves as the perfect place for finding one-of-a-kind home goods. Not only is the warehouse style showroom set up so that customers can freely hunt for their favorite finds, it also doubles as an event space for weddings, parties and other special occasions.
Salvage One is an antique store housed inside of a 60,000-square-foot warehouse. The rustic venue features exposed brick walls, wooden floors and large windows that highlight the beautiful treasures inside. On the one hand, the shop serves as a retail space for salvaged home furnishings and other presupposed accessories. On the other hand, Salvage One is also a popular event space for wedding parties looking for a charmingly rustic venue.
The success of this hybrid retail space make it a unique destination for those attending Trend Hunter’s Chicago innovation conference.
Industrial Antique Stores
Chicago's 'Salvage One' Doubles as an Antique Store and Event Venue
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Retail Spaces - There is an opportunity to combine retail spaces with event venues to create a unique and multi-purpose experience for customers.
2. Rustic Industrial Decor - As demonstrated by Salvage One, there is a trend towards the use of reclaimed and industrial materials in home decor.
3. Sustainable Furnishings - The popularity of salvaged home furnishings suggests a desire for more sustainable and eco-friendly options in the home goods industry.
Industry Implications
1. Home Goods Retail - Retailers can explore opportunities to add a unique twist to their stores by incorporating event spaces or incorporating eco-friendly and reclaimed elements.
2. Event Space Rental - There is potential to increase revenue and customer interest by combining traditional event spaces with retail elements.
3. Interior Design - Interior designers can take advantage of the trend towards industrial and salvaged materials and incorporate these into their projects.