Contemporary furniture stores that don't leave a hole in your wallet...?? [Archive]

kin0kin

Jul 8th, 2008, 01:21 AM

Stock R

Jul 8th, 2008, 08:12 AM

skewed

Jul 8th, 2008, 08:26 AM

IDOMO (www.idomo.com)

On Sheppard off Allan Rd. just north of the 401.

It's definitely pricier than Ikea but probably the type of stuff you are looking for.

fugazi11

Jul 8th, 2008, 09:47 AM

GH Johnsons....we have purchased a lot of stuff from there. Sectional, bar stools, eileen gray table, barcelona chairs, etc...

utopianbl

Dec 20th, 2008, 09:15 AM

anyone know if the furniture stores are to drop prices for boxing week sales?

Stalker

Dec 20th, 2008, 10:04 AM

GH Johnsons....we have purchased a lot of stuff from there. Sectional, bar stools, eileen gray table, barcelona chairs, etc...

How much did you pay for your barcelona chair if you still remember?

Stalker

Dec 20th, 2008, 10:12 AM

Besides IKEA, is there any contemporary furniture store in the GTA that you are aware of that don't leave a hole in your wallet? I'm interested in modern abstract/minimalistic furniture but I am having a hard time finding something that is as cheap as IKEA.

I think you want modern furniture as the link people above me gave you are gearing towards more traditional, or little bit contemporary at the best.

The one cheap store that has the most collection of modern furniture is EQ3 on King West in downtown:

http://eq3.com/cat-eq3/process/locale/en_CA/currency/en_CA/index.html?id=P9nWjJxW

Modern design copied and manufactured in China, that's usually the only combo for a cheap modern furniture. And this is exactly what that store is all about.

Other then that, you probably have to join DirectBuy like I do, to get some good discount on a few high end brands from Europe like Italy.

Hope this helps

Gidget

Dec 20th, 2008, 12:32 PM

robbiex1

Dec 20th, 2008, 01:47 PM

I also vouch for West Elm. My wife and I love that place...

SW20 MR2

Dec 20th, 2008, 03:01 PM

EQ3 furniture is actually made in Winnipeg by Palliser. We have a couch from them, and it's been fine.

I think you want modern furniture as the link people above me gave you are gearing towards more traditional, or little bit contemporary at the best.

The one cheap store that has the most collection of modern furniture is EQ3 on King West in downtown:

http://eq3.com/cat-eq3/process/locale/en_CA/currency/en_CA/index.html?id=P9nWjJxW

Modern design copied and manufactured in China, that's usually the only combo for a cheap modern furniture. And this is exactly what that store is all about.

Other then that, you probably have to join DirectBuy like I do, to get some good discount on a few high end brands from Europe like Italy.

Hope this helps

TheFuteballer

Dec 20th, 2008, 03:35 PM

I think you want modern furniture as the link people above me gave you are gearing towards more traditional, or little bit contemporary at the best.

The one cheap store that has the most collection of modern furniture is EQ3 on King West in downtown:

http://eq3.com/cat-eq3/process/locale/en_CA/currency/en_CA/index.html?id=P9nWjJxW

Modern design copied and manufactured in China, that's usually the only combo for a cheap modern furniture. And this is exactly what that store is all about.

Other then that, you probably have to join DirectBuy like I do, to get some good discount on a few high end brands from Europe like Italy.

Hope this helps

Also EQ3 is not cheap from what I've seen, they seem like a premium furniture store.

Si98

Dec 20th, 2008, 05:17 PM

Only seems like premium stuff but EQ3's furniture is no better than IKEA's if you look up close.

Friday5PM

Dec 21st, 2008, 01:46 PM

reasonably priced, based on the website: http://www.torahome.com

Spongeg

Dec 21st, 2008, 08:00 PM

If you are in the GTA, try West Elm.

109 Atlantic Avenue, Toronto, ON, M6K 1E2
King St. West and Dufferin

http://www.westelm.com/online/store/CategoryDisplay?storeId=17001&langId=-1&catalogId=17002&viewSetCode=E&identifier=WE-SH1FRN&top=Y&retainNav=true&cmtype=gnav

yeah west elm is awesome

and they have great sales - well at least the ones I have been to in the USA do

Spongeg

Dec 21st, 2008, 08:01 PM

JYSK sometimes has some good furniture... www.jysk.ca
I have actually seen some exact uitems at Jysk as at Crate and barrel which charges double the jysk price

utopianbl

Dec 23rd, 2008, 04:46 PM

any discounts or deals to be had for sectionals this boxing week?

jasira

Dec 24th, 2008, 12:16 AM

If you are in the GTA, try West Elm.

109 Atlantic Avenue, Toronto, ON, M6K 1E2
King St. West and Dufferin

http://www.westelm.com/online/store/CategoryDisplay?storeId=17001&langId=-1&catalogId=17002&viewSetCode=E&identifier=WE-SH1FRN&top=Y&retainNav=true&cmtype=gnav

Thanks for the info.

We just purchased our bed frame along with the headboard for $398 at West Elm.

Loved the sales people in the store. They were very friendly and helped us to find the best deal.

speedyforme

Dec 24th, 2008, 10:10 AM

Wow how did I NOT know about West Elm???

Oh well, I bought all my furniture already.

Si98

Dec 26th, 2008, 12:05 PM

Thanks for the info.

We just purchased our bed frame along with the headboard for $398 at West Elm.

Loved the sales people in the store. They were very friendly and helped us to find the best deal.

Looking for a bed frame/headboard combo too. Do they use wood veneer on fiberboard or real wood that has been stained?

jasira

Dec 27th, 2008, 01:25 AM

Looking for a bed frame/headboard combo too. Do they use wood veneer on fiberboard or real wood that has been stained?

According to the website, our model is solid wood construction.

Originally we were going to buy Hemmes from Ikea but we are so happy with our purchase from West Elm. We love our new bed.

Spongeg

Jan 4th, 2009, 09:54 PM

Wow how did I NOT know about West Elm???

Oh well, I bought all my furniture already.

they just opened a couple months ago in Canada - toronto only

the closest one to Vancouver is in Oregon - a 6 hour drive :(

but always get something there when passing through :)

they are owned by williams-sonoma

they were sort of out there to take on IKEA - most of what you get at west elm you have to assemble yourself

coolspot

Jan 4th, 2009, 09:57 PM

Have you been to the Art Shoppe? You can get some decent deals during their seasonal sales.

speedyforme

Jan 5th, 2009, 10:58 AM

they just opened a couple months ago in Canada - toronto only

the closest one to Vancouver is in Oregon - a 6 hour drive :(

but always get something there when passing through :)

they are owned by williams-sonoma

they were sort of out there to take on IKEA - most of what you get at west elm you have to assemble yourself

Well considering I built every damn piece of furniture myself, I am used to it by now (coffee tables, beds, dining set, office desks etc etc) :razz:

Spongeg

Jan 5th, 2009, 09:11 PM

lol yeah me too

it was in a magazine article that west elm was targeting IKEA shoppers and it was the best way to keep costs down for them and the consumer

I just wish we had one in vancouver :(

speedyforme

Jan 5th, 2009, 09:25 PM

I still need a few side tables and some seating, I might have to stop by just to check it out...

Ugh, why is it so affordable and good looking??? :cheesygri

iheartdesign

Jan 11th, 2009, 01:32 AM

Thank you! I had never heard of http://www.jysk.ca/ before!

Si98

Jan 13th, 2009, 11:25 AM

Went into Crate and Barrel's Canadian flagship store at Yorkdale on the weekend. More expensive than IKEA but their furniture and accessories overall are a lot nicer. Definately worth a look.

speedyforme

Jan 13th, 2009, 11:37 AM

Went into Crate and Barrel's Canadian flagship store at Yorkdale on the weekend. More expensive than IKEA but their furniture and accessories overall are a lot nicer. Definately worth a look.

I always wanted to go to C&B but Yorkdale scares me. I've never been there and I don't think the parking sounds fun. Any recommendations on how to survive the parking lot?

Si98

Jan 13th, 2009, 11:45 AM

I always wanted to go to C&B but Yorkdale scares me. I've never been there and I don't think the parking sounds fun. Any recommendations on how to survive the parking lot?

I went on Saturday morning around 10ish and didn't have a problem finding parking. But yeah, that mall is one busy place.

speedyforme

Jan 13th, 2009, 11:46 AM

I went on Saturday morning around 10ish and didn't have a problem finding parking. But yeah, that mall is one busy place.

Are there any issues exiting?

I might have to check it out, always wanted to spend a day there, especially at C&B :cheesygri

Si98

Jan 13th, 2009, 12:05 PM

Exiting isn't too bad. You're from Mississauga so you would want to look for the Dufferin street exit by The Bay (west part of the mall), turn right and head north for a block or two until you see the 401 West ramp. Good luck, I know it can be jungle around that area but I'm sure you'll survive. :cheesygri

speedyforme

Jan 13th, 2009, 01:13 PM

Thanks, I might check it out this Sat. :D

Defy_all_rulz

Jan 13th, 2009, 05:28 PM

speedyforme

Jan 13th, 2009, 05:49 PM

http://www.realtimefurniture.ca/

Real time furniture was recommeneded and mentioned on RFD a few times so we decided to check it out over the weekend.I have to say I loved atleast 70% of the stuff they had..........some was abit more expensive for our budget but its definitely a great place to check out.They give an 8% discount (atleast on sofas etc) if yo pay cash or debit and delivery charges were $80 in the GTA

Hope this helps

That's where I bought my bedroom furniture :cheesygri

They were great! It was late but their service was good and they were VERY accommodating, they even delivered twice because I told them I wanted my bed even though the night stands weren't ready and they did!

http://www.realtimefurniture.ca/images/p_MadridBed.jpg

lisashoeb

Jan 13th, 2009, 06:23 PM

The collection of bedroom suites is really good at real time furniture store.. I loved their mirrored nightstands. But personally I did not like their sofa collection. Worth checking out.

turbine

Jan 14th, 2009, 02:02 AM

Thank you! I had never heard of http://www.jysk.ca/ before!

I recently checked out the Brampton store, and I was thoroughly underwhelmed. They're kinda like a ghetto version of IKEA. Everything seems to be a notch below IKEA in terms of quality and appearance. Furthermore, the staff are similar to Future Shop - talk your ear off, tough to avoid, and push you hard for the sale.

Spongeg

Jan 14th, 2009, 06:18 PM

I recently checked out the Brampton store, and I was thoroughly underwhelmed. They're kinda like a ghetto version of IKEA. Everything seems to be a notch below IKEA in terms of quality and appearance. Furthermore, the staff are similar to Future Shop - talk your ear off, tough to avoid, and push you hard for the sale.

yes they are known for being the poor version of IKEA

they have huge stores in Europe

they are a starter store for furniture and stuff

I don't know why they would be so pushy they aren't commissioned - they are good for accessories and little things I find

i know that they carry the same desk as crate and barrel did - but it was 50% less at jysk and it was exactly the same

moebius

Jan 14th, 2009, 06:53 PM

what about beds at jysk? anyone has any experience - I am thinking of this one:
http://www.jysk.ca/ProductDetails.aspx?id=10249&prodid=7004005

Bullseye

Mar 12th, 2009, 07:52 PM

reasonably priced, based on the website: http://www.torahome.com

Funny, I searched for this thread just to post this store's site, and someone already beat me to it!

I just bought a few things there, after doing some serious price shopping, and could find nowhere cheaper. I'm in Burlington, and drive to Scarborough to buy there, that's how good the prices are. Nice guy to deal with, too.

hagbard

Mar 12th, 2009, 08:12 PM

Wish there was such a store in the Windsor area, regardless of what they charge. All the furniture stores here sell stuff from 1980s stock. :|

noorie

Mar 12th, 2009, 11:54 PM

Try www.structube.com

Some really nice, modern pieces, very reasonably priced...

coolspot

Mar 13th, 2009, 06:34 AM

HomeStyle Furnishings - Large display of Italian Natuzzi and Italsofa http://www.homestylefurnishings.com/

ELTE - Has some modern furniture, prices vary, but generally good quality http://www.elte.com/

Decorium - http://www.decorium.com/

maygoo

Mar 13th, 2009, 10:49 AM

Try www.structube.com

Some really nice, modern pieces, very reasonably priced...

I can't speak for myself...but 2 of my friends who have purchased at Structube said they will never step foot there again. Return policy is 'garbage'. The coffee table arrived damaged and because it was opened already, they weren't able to return it.

I'm just confused as to how you can return a damaged item if you won't know until it's opened...and if you can't return if it's been opened :confused:

what about beds at jysk? anyone has any experience - I am thinking of this one:
http://www.jysk.ca/ProductDetails.as...prodid=7004005

That's a nice bed. Did you end up purchasing it?