Did you ever wonder what the hipster capital of the Universe, Williamsburg, looked like before the streets started crawling with mustachioed males and ladies in leopard? If you’re truly interested in a first-hand account of how the borough has transformed, but you also happen to be on the hunt for classic 20th century office furniture in great condition, Two Jakes is your one-stop shop and Alex Walsh is that tale-teller.
God bless men and their practicality- Alex’s love for sturdy and timeless office pieces made by the likes of Knoll and Herman Miller springs from a deeper place than aesthetic value and celebrity-status (as furniture goes, pieces by these manufacturers are recognizable on a Brad and Angelina level). Rather it comes from a desire to sell only high quality, functional pieces. He speaks openly about how vintage pieces simply tend to be made better, last longer, and still look hot today. We couldn’t agree more.
In other words, Alex only sells pieces he really believes in. And the best part is that he’s got 10,000 square feet to fill with solid product that is constantly being replenished. There is something truly thrilling about knowing there is a well-stocked, vintage furniture resource out there specifically for home and commercial office spaces. Two Jakes is literally the anti-venom to cubicle Hell!
Read on to find out a little more about this exceptionally friendly fella from the midwest and his foster parent-like attitude towards the stuff he sells.
