Yes, it certainly is an attention grabbing name, but what heralds more heed than the moniker is the shop itself. Good Wood is the brainchild...err... teenager (this year marking its sweet sixteen) of Dan and Anna Kahoe, furniturephiles extraordinaire. A delightfully creative couple who have cultivated a store that is more about a lifestyle than about product for sale. They forage the Eastern Shore weekly for artifacts to be brought back and placed lovingly in ever-changing vignettes. The shop is a constant source of answers and inspiration for designers, local residents, and tourists alike.
As if being proprietors of an ubercool DC shopping destination wasn't enough evidence that this duo has style in spades, take a look at their home; The Louise Hand Laundry. A former upscale laundry facility which had been used by the cream of District society, as well as White House administrations from the 1930's - 1960's. And, for the cherry on top, Anna is also co-owner of ultra hip design firm "Old School Interiors".
I've recently started working at the shop Wednesdays - Fridays, and couldn't be happier. Each week I fall in love with at least a dozen new things. If you're in the DC area, please stop by to visit me and the Kahoe's!
A few photos for your viewing pleasure:
Good Wood: American Furniture & Decorative Arts
1428 U Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
t.202.986.3640
www.GoodWoodDC.com
Wednesday - Saturday: Noon - 7p
Sunday: Noon - 5p
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I LOVE IT I LOVE IT I LOVE IT I LOVE IT
ReplyDeletescott ,
when i get up there........
(my brother lives in restin)
i don't know when it will be but i will come and see you at the shop on the day that you are working!!!
this is all quite exciting.
giant hugs and
xx's
I'd love to go to DC! the last time i was there i was 8 and my mom was forcing me through the holocaust museum.
ReplyDeleteGreat post and interesting blog! Have a lovely weekend :)
ReplyDeleteRenee -When you get up here, I'll never let you leave! (too stalkerish?) : )
ReplyDeleteDaniel-Halifax -Well I'd say it's time for another visit, kiddo! I won't drag you to the holocaust museum (although I'm sure you'd really appreciate it this time around -it's an amazing museum), but will drag you to some of my favorite "junk" spots!
Joanne Angelina -Thanks for stopping by, and for the sweet comment! "Please Come Again" : )
ReplyDeleteOooH Scott love it, really want the initialed trunk!
ReplyDeleteKarena
Art by Karena
The chair in the first picture is a piece of art
ReplyDeleteKarena -I'm in love with that trunk too!
ReplyDeleteqerat -You're absolutely right. I feel the same way about it. And, in person it's about a million times more attractive.
ReplyDeleteIf Dan & Ana's home isn't glorious enough they have what looks like an amazing shop. I can totally understand while spending a few days there each week would be inspiring and down-right fun. Hope you have a lovely weekend Scott! ~ deb
ReplyDeleteDeb -Yeah, it's easy to see, right?! And, on top of all of that they are two of the sweetest people that I've ever met.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend!
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