Before You Buy at ANTIK, Measure More Than the Room

ANTIK, at 89 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn Heights, is a vintage furniture and design shop curated by interior designer Jenna Chused. The store offers a selection of vintage and antique furniture, lighting, art, and objects, with a focus on unique finds for those looking to add character to their space. If you’re considering a visit, it’s worth thinking through your priorities and what you’ll need to confirm before making a purchase.

Whether you’re searching for a statement piece or just browsing, ANTIK’s inventory spans table, floor, and wall lighting, seating, storage, tables, mirrors, objects, and rugs. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is closed on Mondays. For questions, the store can be reached at 917-833-9443.

What You’ll Find at ANTIK

ANTIK’s collection is described by the operator as curated vintage and antique furniture, lighting, and art objects. The catalog includes a range of categories: table, floor, and wall lighting; seating; storage; tables; mirrors; objects; and rugs. Treat the catalog as a starting point for a specific purchase: note the item name, its measurements and its listed price before contacting the shop. A photograph can help you compare shapes, but it cannot settle how a chair feels or how a finish looks alongside your own furniture.

Planning Your Visit

Before heading to ANTIK, consider what you’re hoping to find. Are you looking for a specific type of furniture or lighting, or are you open to inspiration? Since the shop’s inventory is not static, it may be helpful to check the current catalog online or call ahead to ask about specific categories. If you’re interested in a particular item, you may want to ask if it’s still available and whether you can see it in person.

Measuring and Fit: More Than Just the Room

When shopping for vintage or antique pieces, it’s important to measure not only the space where the item will go, but also the doorways, hallways, and elevators it will need to pass through. Because the shop states that sales are final, size needs to be settled before purchase. Bringing a tape measure and a list of your key dimensions can help avoid disappointment. If you’re considering a large or heavy item, you might want to ask about the logistics of moving it out of the shop and into your home.

Returns, Shipping, and Electrical Condition

ANTIK states that all sales are final. Its on-approval option is limited to eligible items for designers and architects, with advance approval, a completed form and a 24-hour return requirement. That professional arrangement should not be treated as a general home trial for every shopper. For your own purchase, separate the questions about condition from the questions about transport. If you’re purchasing lighting or anything with electrical components, it’s especially important to ask about the condition and whether any certification or recent rewiring has been done. For shipping or delivery, clarify the options and costs before committing to a purchase.

Pricing and Payment Questions

Set a total budget that includes the piece and getting it into position at home. A furniture price alone is a poor comparison if one option also needs transport or additional work. If you have a budget, communicate it early in the conversation. Write down the item description and any agreed arrangements so that a second conversation does not begin from memory. For a room with several missing pieces, choose which purchase solves the immediate problem: storage, somewhere to sit or better light. That decision can keep a striking object from becoming an expensive distraction.

Transit and Accessibility Considerations

Brooklyn Heights is accessible by several subway lines, but if you’re planning to purchase a large item, consider how you’ll transport it. The shop’s website does not specify parking or loading options, so you may want to call ahead if you’re arriving by car or arranging for a pickup. If you have accessibility needs, it’s reasonable to ask about the shop’s entrance, aisles, and whether assistance is available for moving items.

Before You Go

A visit to ANTIK can be rewarding for those seeking distinctive vintage and antique pieces, but it pays to plan ahead. Decide what you’re looking for, measure carefully, and confirm all mutable details—especially regarding returns, shipping, and the condition of electrical items—directly with the shop. If you have questions about accessibility, transportation, or payment, don’t hesitate to call before your visit. With a bit of preparation, you can make the most of your time at this Brooklyn Heights destination.