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MONROE, Conn. — Visit The Marketplace on Main two months in a row and you’re likely to think you’ve walked into a completely new shop.
And that’s exactly how owners Denise Houghton and Kate Hinrichsen like it.
“We’re open a handful of days and a weekend and then we come in and completely redecorate it for the next month,” said Houghton, who, like Hinrichsen, is from Trumbull. “We never wanted to set it up like a crowded antique shop.”........
Trumbull-Monroe Daily Voice October, 2016
And that’s exactly how owners Denise Houghton and Kate Hinrichsen like it.
“We’re open a handful of days and a weekend and then we come in and completely redecorate it for the next month,” said Houghton, who, like Hinrichsen, is from Trumbull. “We never wanted to set it up like a crowded antique shop.”........
Trumbull-Monroe Daily Voice October, 2016
Two Fairfield County natives now share more than a love for chippy paint and vintage home décor. They share a Marketplace on Main. Kate Ellsworth and Denise Houghton, both of Trumbull, opened The Market Place
on Main on
Route 25 in Monroe in January after a month of renovations. “We wanted to make it
feel like a home,” Ellsworth said. “We like the feeling of having these three little rooms that make people want to peek into and investigate.” Houghton said she has always been one to redecorate, developing a love for antiquing and collecting over the years that quickly blossomed into a passion for painting furniture..........
Connecticut Post March , 2016
Reviews
"Beautiful treasure of a store filled with amazing finds for your home." ~ Justine B.
"Stopped by this GEM today. Great place, beautiful furniture, accessories & owners! I was pleasantly surprised." ~ Kathleen D.
"I walked into this little GEM purely by accident and was pleasantly surprised to be greeted by a friend of mine and her business partner! Kate and Denise are truly talented, friendly and fun gals! They are quite the design duo. I can't wait for my next visit! An amazing experience! Thanks ladies!!" ~ Maria S.
"Imagine the major home decor establishments in Westport and Norwalk but without the sticker shock! At The Marketplace on Main Kate and Denise have managed to create pieces of comparable look and quality at fantastic price points. Kate and Denise know exactly what I'm looking for even before I do! If it's not in the shop, they'll find it for you! Great stuff, great prices and great fun." ~ Elyse S.
"You will love Kate, Denise and their shop. They have brought Antiques and Vintage items into 2016. They have a broad and deep knowledge of the antique world. Additionally they are good hearted, artistic and lovely. Their style and shop match their personalities - Creative, classy and fun! I urge you to check it out. You will enjoy every minute!" ~ Wendy C.
"I love browsing in Kate & Denise's shop. It's such a warm and inviting space, tastefully filled with well chosen 'one of a kind' items. The hunting & sifting has already been done, and the rooms are put together so nicely that'll you'll want them to come home with you to redecorate! Bravo to Kate and Denise for bringing a unique, fresh look to antique shopping! I encourage you to go find your own treasures at The Marketplace on Main in Monroe." ~ Linda G.
"I loved visiting your new place. It was like going to a friend's house! Such talent!" ~ Julia T.
"I am a huge fan of both Denise and Kate. Their ability to see beauty in things that might be overlooked is magical. Denise has and eye for color and style and Kate finds so many gorgeous items that can be repurposed and displayed that is hard not to want everything they sell. Not only have I purchased many items from them, Denise also painted my kitchen cabinets last year, which revived the room tremendously." ~ Alison Z.
"An absolutely perfect addition to my working-from-home set-up. It bring some character and history into my apartment.
For what it's worth, I'm so glad I opted to work through this shop vs. ordering something cheap from a corporate online retailer. The Marketplace on Main was so easy and lovely to work with -- I highly recommend buying from them." -Stephanie
"I have searched for years for the perfect rustic farm table to use as a coffee table-this is a fabulous find from the most delightful sellers, Kate and Denise. This shop has my highest recommendation for prompt, professional service, most polite and personable conversations relating to shipping-one cannot go wrong with The Marketplace on Main."
"Purchase with confidence. There is honesty and integrity at this shop!!! Thank You."
"Lighting fast ship! Love this seller the best service ever! Over the top in every way! A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++"- Sylvia
"Stopped by this GEM today. Great place, beautiful furniture, accessories & owners! I was pleasantly surprised." ~ Kathleen D.
"I walked into this little GEM purely by accident and was pleasantly surprised to be greeted by a friend of mine and her business partner! Kate and Denise are truly talented, friendly and fun gals! They are quite the design duo. I can't wait for my next visit! An amazing experience! Thanks ladies!!" ~ Maria S.
"Imagine the major home decor establishments in Westport and Norwalk but without the sticker shock! At The Marketplace on Main Kate and Denise have managed to create pieces of comparable look and quality at fantastic price points. Kate and Denise know exactly what I'm looking for even before I do! If it's not in the shop, they'll find it for you! Great stuff, great prices and great fun." ~ Elyse S.
"You will love Kate, Denise and their shop. They have brought Antiques and Vintage items into 2016. They have a broad and deep knowledge of the antique world. Additionally they are good hearted, artistic and lovely. Their style and shop match their personalities - Creative, classy and fun! I urge you to check it out. You will enjoy every minute!" ~ Wendy C.
"I love browsing in Kate & Denise's shop. It's such a warm and inviting space, tastefully filled with well chosen 'one of a kind' items. The hunting & sifting has already been done, and the rooms are put together so nicely that'll you'll want them to come home with you to redecorate! Bravo to Kate and Denise for bringing a unique, fresh look to antique shopping! I encourage you to go find your own treasures at The Marketplace on Main in Monroe." ~ Linda G.
"I loved visiting your new place. It was like going to a friend's house! Such talent!" ~ Julia T.
"I am a huge fan of both Denise and Kate. Their ability to see beauty in things that might be overlooked is magical. Denise has and eye for color and style and Kate finds so many gorgeous items that can be repurposed and displayed that is hard not to want everything they sell. Not only have I purchased many items from them, Denise also painted my kitchen cabinets last year, which revived the room tremendously." ~ Alison Z.
"An absolutely perfect addition to my working-from-home set-up. It bring some character and history into my apartment.
For what it's worth, I'm so glad I opted to work through this shop vs. ordering something cheap from a corporate online retailer. The Marketplace on Main was so easy and lovely to work with -- I highly recommend buying from them." -Stephanie
"I have searched for years for the perfect rustic farm table to use as a coffee table-this is a fabulous find from the most delightful sellers, Kate and Denise. This shop has my highest recommendation for prompt, professional service, most polite and personable conversations relating to shipping-one cannot go wrong with The Marketplace on Main."
"Purchase with confidence. There is honesty and integrity at this shop!!! Thank You."
"Lighting fast ship! Love this seller the best service ever! Over the top in every way! A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++"- Sylvia