Blu Dot (CLOSED)

Started in the late ‘90s by two architects and a sculptor in Minnesota, this award-winning furniture company embodies modern ideals. While its wares are frequently sold at high-end luxury spots—including a few other places on this list—its Soho storefront is where you’ll find everything you need to furnish your home. Popular items include the playfully named One Night Stand Sleeper Sofa ($1,199) and the geometric, futuristic Real Good Chair ($179) that comes in seven colors, including both green and aqua.