Greensboro's own Design Archives (DA) has been thriving in Downtown Greensboro for several years. Kit Rodenbough, photographed above, opened the first Design Archives across from Natty Greene's Restaurant after several years of selling her own vintage items. The store represents over 70 vendors with small businesses. Some vendors offer vintage goods; others, handmade items. In many cases DA serves as an incubator and headquarters for businesses that grow in many directions including having an online presence. At DA, you can find anything from hand-poured candles, sauces for food, and North Carolina-themed t-shirts to vintage silk scarves and antique lamps. There is something for everybody.
The DA concept has been so successful that Kit expanded to downtown Winston-Salem- a location we affectionately refer to as Design Archives West. The second store officially opened last week; however, this Saturday, they're having a BIG grand opening with door prizes and specials. Congratulations to Kit and her vendors. For sure, buying local is trending in the Triad!
thank you Janis! We love you!!!!!
Posted by: Kit | Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 10:09 AM
A terrific portrait of Kit!
Posted by: William Kendall | Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 12:08 PM
Everybody go, DA racks!
Posted by: Maureen McCullough | Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 07:40 PM