Small shops

Today we are posting another preview photo from our upcoming book "Store Front II: A History a Preserved" which is due in stores by mid-November. Auggie's Coffee in the South Village or what is now known as SoHo is no longer in business. Peter Longo, the owner of Porto Rico Coffee and Tea took over this ‪#‎vintage‬ ‪#‎coffee‬ and ‪#‎espresso‬ shop but was forced to close it a few years ago when his lease expired and rent was increased. We loved its classic ‪#‎signage‬ complete with old phone…

IT is not even the width of a baguette. But Britain's smallest bakery has been opened in a shop barely bigger than a cupboard. Sweet Bella sells a range of cupcakes, tray bakes

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When it comes to shopping, it pays to venture into that local independent store you've been eyeing. You know, the one with artisan goods, locally sourced coffee and curated clothing collections. Whether the shop be centered around plants or food, one thing remains true – shopping small is the best way to support your neighborhood and community. Not all these stores may be in your backyard but these 33 independent shops are worth traveling for. Their curators and creators bring quality…

Image 18 of 23 from gallery of Steel Moment Coffee Shop and Bakery / Assemble Project. Photograph by Guen Young Cho

This bright yellow facade highlights a small takeaway café that sells mainly drinks and churros, located in Seoul, South Korea.

Paris. It is the heart of France. With fashion, gastronomy, arts, and architecture; here lies some of the most unique shopping, sculptures, and structures in the world. When I first arrived in this…

Explore the serene beauty of a small backyard garden at a modern antique store in Seoul. Captured in the nostalgic style of analogue filmmaking, this architectural photography piece beautifully depicts everyday life, blending vintage charm with contemporary design. Perfect for garden lovers and architecture enthusiasts! #Seoul #BackyardGarden #ArchitecturalPhotography #seoul🇰🇷 #cityphotos #bookstoresofinstagram #architecturephotos #antiquestore #streetstyles #modernarchitecturedesign

Completed in 2018 in Taipei, Taiwan. Images by Hey! Cheese. The Western District of Taipei, Taiwan, has a history of over 300 years. This is a region where young generations congregate. The geographical...