The Best Home and Design Stores in L.A.

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These eclectic, stylish design destinations are the places to know for refreshing your home with a signature L.A. look.

Il Buco Vita, which recently opened a permanent shop at Platform LA, carries handmade Italian ceramics, glassware, linens and more, including rare vintage quilts from the coowner’s personal collection; PHOTO BY THE INGALLS

CASA CU

Filled with a carefully curated assortment of accessories, decor, flowers and more from around the world, this Montana Ave. shop exudes creativity and unique charm. In addition to the incredible handmade vessels, tabletop and other home items, Casa Cu also offers a unique selection of jewelry, accessories and apparel. Santa Monica, casa-cu.com

DACHA

This bohemian go-to has a free-spirited vibe with unique global furnishings. Snag a textural pillow or rustic chair, and don’t miss the chic jewelry, artwork and design books. West Hollywood and Manhattan Beach, dachainteriors.com

DISC INTERIORS

Discover elegant, contemporary furniture and decor at this under-the-radar shop from Disc Interiors. Nestled on a quiet Hollywood street, the by-appointment store’s selections include the firm’s made-in-L.A. furniture line, vintage lamps and art pieces from L.A. gallery Sage Culture. Look out for a Disc Interiors collaboration with L.A.-based direct-to-consumer go-to Lulu and Georgia this fall. Hollywood, discinteriors.com

IL BUCO VITA

What started as a pop-up shop at Platform LA has become a permanent design destination. Il Buco Vita carries a gorgeous selection of Italian ceramics, glassware, linens and other household items, all displayed in an inspiring setting with vibrant artwork by co-founder Antonello Radi throughout. Exclusive to the L.A. location (there’s also a New York flagship) is founder Donna Lennard’s collection of antique quilts— many of which are over a century old. Culver City, ilbucovita.com

LAWSON-FENNING

This sophisticated design store on Melrose features organic modern accessories, lustrous textiles and an in-house line of upholstered furniture. The brand collaborates with of-the-moment designers and offers custom-made pieces from its own line, all made in L.A. Lighting, pillows, throws, vintage items and more—many by creative friends of the brand—complete the luxurious selection. Los Angeles, lawsonfenning.com

NICKEY KEHOE

Nickey Kehoe is renowned for its classic California aesthetic fused with an adventurous global spirit. Founded by design duo Todd Nickey and Amy Kehoe—who have transformed countless celebrity homes across L.A. and beyond—the store offers everything from interesting textiles to sculptural lighting to unique furniture that boasts a relaxed yet luxurious vibe. Head to the back of the shop to see the covetable Plain English kitchen set-up, and next door to the newer Household shop, perfect for picking up smaller, gifty items and pantry essentials. Beverly Grove, nickeykehoe.com

PIERCE & WARD

L.A. and Nashville-based interior designers Louisa Pierce and Emily Ward have been making waves for their bold projects—a recent one they did for actor Johnny Galecki and his wife was recently featured in Architectural Digest. Browse the duo’s curated mix of vintage and antique furniture, custom upholstery, and L.A.-made ceramics and art. The stylish inventory combines crafted statement pieces and unique discoveries. Los Feliz, pierceandward.com

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